If you’ve completed your Face-Auth on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) but never received your 14-digit OTR number via SMS, you aren’t alone. Today, February 27, is a peak traffic day, and the NSP servers are struggling to send out those confirmation texts.
The good news? You don’t need to wait for an SMS that might never come. Here is the direct, human-verified way to find your NSP OTR Number online right now.
The Fastest Way: Use the “Know Your OTR” Tool
Google loves this direct answer. If you’ve already done your Face-Auth, follow these 3 steps:
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Go to the Official Portal: Visit scholarships.gov.in.
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Find the Login Tab: Click on “Login” and select the “Know Your OTR” link at the bottom of the pop-up.
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Search by Aadhaar: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number and the captcha.
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Verify OTP: You will receive a 6-digit OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile. Once you enter it, your 14-digit OTR ID will appear on the screen.
Still Stuck? Check via the NSP OTR Mobile App
Many students forget that the mobile app used for Face-Auth actually stores your ID.
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Open the App: Open the NSP OTR App (and ensure the AadhaarFaceRD app is also updated).
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Check the Dashboard: If your authentication was successful, the app dashboard will display your OTR Number prominently.
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Take a Screenshot: Do not rely on your memory! Save this screenshot to your Google Drive or a “Scholarship” folder on your phone.
Why Can’t I Find My OTR? (Common 2026 Glitches)
If the “Know Your OTR” tool says “No Record Found,” it’s usually one of these three technical hiccups:
| The Error | The Human Fix |
| Face-Auth Failed | You might have the “Reference Number” but not the “OTR Number.” You must re-do the Face-Auth in better lighting. |
| Aadhaar Mismatch | If you recently updated your name or address at an Aadhaar Kendra, the NSP database might take 48 hours to sync. |
| Server Timeout | If the page keeps loading, try again at off-peak hours (after 10:00 PM or before 7:00 AM). |
Why Your OTR ID is More Important Than Your Password
In the 2026 cycle, the OTR ID is your permanent scholarship identity.
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One ID for Life: Whether you are in 9th grade or a PhD, this 14-digit number stays the same.
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No Double IDs: Do NOT try to register again with a different mobile number. If the system detects two OTRs for one Aadhaar, both will be blacklisted.
FAQ: Questions Students are Asking Today
Q: I have my Reference Number, is that my OTR?
A: No. The Reference Number is temporary. You must use the NSP OTR app to turn that Reference Number into a permanent OTR ID via Face-Auth.
Q: Can I check my OTR status without an OTP?
A: No. For security, every check requires an OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile. If you lost that SIM, your first step is visiting an Aadhaar Kendra to update your number.