Minority Communities Scholarships 2026
Explore dedicated educational funding opportunities for Minority Communities students across India. Currently, we have 27 verified schemes tailored for your eligibility.
Why Minority Communities Scholarships?
These scholarships are designed to ensure equitable access to education for students from Minority Communities backgrounds. Most of these schemes are offered by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment or state welfare departments.
Active Minority Communities Scholarships
Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minorities (NSP)
Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority • All India
Incentive for SSLC & 2nd PUC Students - Minorities (Karnataka)
Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Minority, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi • Karnataka
Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minorities (NSP)
Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India
Eligibility: Income < ₹1.0L • Minority • All India
Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship
Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority • All India
Tamil Nadu Pre-Matric Scholarship for BC/MBC/Minorities
Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes & Minorities Welfare Department, Government of Tamil Nadu
Eligibility: Income < ₹1.0L • BC, MBC, DNC, Minority • Tamil Nadu
Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship
Government of Maharashtra - Minority Development Department
Eligibility: Income < ₹5.0L • Minority • Maharashtra
Andhra Pradesh Minority Welfare Scholarship
Government of Andhra Pradesh - Minority Welfare Department
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority • Andhra Pradesh
National Overseas Scholarship for Minority Communities (Karnataka)
Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹16.0L • Minority, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi • Karnataka
Digital Gujarat Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities
Developing Castes Welfare Department (Minorities Cell), Government of Gujarat
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority • Gujarat
MPhil/PhD Fellowship for Minority Students (Karnataka)
Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹8.0L • Minority, Muslim, Christian, Jain, Buddhist, Sikh, Parsi • Karnataka
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (Other Than Intermediate) (Minority)
Minority Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain • Uttar Pradesh
AKTU Student Welfare Fund & Fee Reimbursement Scheme
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.5L • General, OBC, SC, ST, Minority • Uttar Pradesh
Aligarh Muslim University Merit & Alumni Financial Awards
Aligarh Muslim University
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.5L • General, OBC, SC, ST, Minority • All India
UP Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship (Minority)
Minority Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain • Uttar Pradesh
JMI Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship
Jamia Millia Islamia
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • General, OBC, SC, ST, Minority • All India
UP Pre-Matric Scholarship (Minority)
Minority Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.0L • Minority, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain • Uttar Pradesh
Minority Welfare Scholarship (Pre-Matric)
Govt. of Telangana – Minority Welfare Dept.
Eligibility: Income < ₹1.0L • Minority • Telangana
Minority Scholarship (Pre-Matric)
Minority Welfare Department, Govt. of Kerala
Eligibility: Minority • Kerala
Frequently Asked Questions (Minority Communities)
Can I apply for multiple scholarships?
Usually, students are allowed to avail only one government scholarship at a time. However, you can often combine a government scholarship with a private or corporate one.
What is the income limit?
Income limits vary. For many post-matric schemes, it is around ₹2.5 Lakh per year. OBC and General (EWS) schemes often range from ₹1 Lakh to ₹8 Lakh.
Which portal should I use?
Central schemes are usually on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). State-specific schemes are on state portals like SSP or SAMS.
Is a Caste Certificate mandatory?
Yes, for all category-based scholarships, a valid Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority is mandatory.