ONGC Scholarship 2026-2027
ONGC has declared the ONGC Scholarship for SC/ST Students who wish to pursue professional courses after Class 12th or Graduation. This steps towards the encouragement of underprivileged students for higher education in India.
The main objective of the ONGC Scholarship 2026-2027 is to provide financial assistance to 500 deserving students who want to pursue Engineering, MBBS, MBA, or Master in Geology/Geophysics. Interested and eligible candidates can log on to the official website to apply online. A direct link is also provided below to access the online application form.
Scholarship Benefits
The student shall get Rs. 48,000 per annum i.e., Rs. 4,000 per month as monthly scholarship graciously offered by ONGC towards meeting his/her academic expenses for the full duration of his/her selected course. ONGC Scholarship 2026-2027 clarified that this scholarship shall have been given to students for full-time professional courses only in recognized institutions.
Course-Wise Distribution of Scholarships
| Stream | No. of Scholarships |
| Engineering | 247 |
| MBBS | 45 |
| MBA | 73 |
| Master’s in Geology/Geophysics | 135 |
| Total | 500 |
Eligibility Criteria for ONGC Scholarship 2026–27
To apply, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Must be a citizen of India and belong to the SC/ST category.
- Must be pursuing full-time professional courses like Engineering, MBBS, MBA, or PG in Geology/Geophysics.
- Must have scored a minimum of 60% in Class 12 (for UG applicants) or 60% in Graduation (for PG applicants).
- The annual family income must not exceed ₹4.5 lakh from all sources.
- Age limit: The applicant’s age must not exceed 30 years as on 1st July 2026.
- Note: 50% of the scholarships are reserved for girl candidates to ensure gender equity in professional education.
Zone-Wise Distribution of Scholarships
| Zone | States Covered | Number of Scholarships |
| Zone-1 | J&K, Delhi, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh | 100 |
| Zone-2 | Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Daman & Diu, Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 100 |
| Zone-3 | Assam, Sikkim, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura | 100 |
| Zone-4 | Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal | 100 |
| Zone-5 | Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 100 |
| Total | — | 500 |
How to Apply for ONGC Scholarship 2026–27
Follow these steps to complete the application:
- First, visit the official ONGC website at www.ongcindia.com.
- On the homepage, click on the “Careers” section.
- Under Scholarships, click on “ONGC Scholarship 2026–27 for SC/ST Students.”
- Read the instructions carefully and then click on the application form link.
- Fill out the form with accurate details and upload the necessary documents.
- After submitting the form online, take a printout of the filled application.
- Send the hard copy to the appropriate zonal address mentioned below.
Zonal Postal Addresses
| Zone | Postal Address |
| Zone 1 (North) | Chief Manager (HR), Reservation Cell, Green Hills, A-Wing, Ground Floor, ONGC, Tel Bhavan, Dehradun – 248003 |
| Zone 2 (West) | GM(HR), ONGC, NBP Green Heights, Plot No.C-69, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra(E), Mumbai – 400051 |
| Zone 3 (North East) | Incharge HR/ER, SVS, ONGC Assam Asset, Central Workshop, 2nd Floor, P.G. Road, Sivasagar – 785640, Assam |
| Zone 4 (East) | Incharge HR/ER, MBA Basin, ONGC, 50-J.L. Nehru Road, Kolkata – 700071 |
| Zone 5 (South) | Incharge HR/ER, ONGC, 7th Floor, East Wing, CMDA Tower-I, No. 1, Gandhi Irwin Road, Egmore, Chennai – 600008 |
Important Dates
- Registration Start Date: To be updated soon
- Last Date to Apply: Will be announced on the official website
FAQs – ONGC Scholarship 2026–27
- Who can apply for the ONGC SC/ST Scholarship 2026–27?
Only Indian students belonging to SC/ST categories who are pursuing full-time professional courses are eligible. - Can I apply if I am already receiving another scholarship?
No, students already receiving other scholarships are not eligible to apply. - How much financial support does ONGC provide?
ONGC offers ₹4,000 per month (i.e., ₹48,000 per year) to selected students. - Is there a reservation for girl students?
Yes, 50% of the total scholarships are reserved for female candidates. - Can students from private colleges apply?
No, only students studying in recognized government or public institutions are eligible.
Disclaimer
The information provided here is for general awareness. ONGC reserves the right to modify, cancel, or update any part of the scholarship scheme without prior notice. Applicants are advised to regularly visit the official website www.ongcindia.com for the latest and most accurate information.