Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector)
Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India · All India
| Scheme Name | Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector) |
| Provided By | Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
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About the Program
Complete guide to the Central Post-Matric Minority Scholarship on NSP. Learn about minority communities covered, ₹2L income limit, and online registration steps.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹10k+
The Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities provides financial assistance covering admission and tuition fees, along with a maintenance allowance for a maximum of 10 months in an academic year. The specific amount varies based on the course level and whether the student is a hosteller or day scholar. For instance, admission and tuition fees range from INR 3,000 per annum for UG & PG level courses to INR 10,000 per annum for technical and vocational courses at the Class 11 and 12 level. Monthly maintenance allowances vary from INR 230 for day scholars in Class 11 & 12 to INR 1,200 for M.Phil & Ph.D. hostellers. All scholarship funds are disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.
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Course fee reimbursement up to ₹10,000 per annum.
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Monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹1,200 per month (paid for 10 months).
Note: Restricted to notified minority communities.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI, Class 11-12 |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓* Self-Declaration of Minority Community
- ✓* Family Income Certificate (< ₹2 Lakhs)
- ✓* Previous class marksheet (>= 50%)
- ✓* College Bonafide and Fee receipt
- ✓* Aadhaar card & NPCI mapped bank details
Selection Process
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Candidates for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities are selected based on both merit and financial need
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To be eligible, students must have secured at least 50% marks in their previous final examination and belong to an economically weaker section of the minority community, with an annual family income not exceeding INR 2 lakh
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As there is a fixed number of scholarships, the awards are granted to meritorious students based on their financial circumstances.
Renewal Policy
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For annual renewal, students must secure at least 50% marks in their previous year's examination and continue to pursue the same course at the same institution
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The renewal application is processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
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Students need to log in to the NSP using their previous year's Application ID and password, and then update minimal details such as fee information and marks obtained in the preceding academic year.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1One-Time Registration (OTR)
If you are a new applicant, visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process using your Aadhaar number (or Aadhaar Enrolment ID) and an Aadhaar-linked mobile number. This will generate a unique 14-digit OTR number.
- 2Login
After registration, log in to the NSP using your generated OTR ID and password.
- 3Select Scheme
On the Applicant's Dashboard, click on 'Application Form' and select the 'Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities' scheme from the available options.
- 4Fill Application Details
Carefully fill in all required personal, academic, and bank account details. Ensure that your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded for successful scholarship disbursement.
- 5Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents. These typically include: Student's Photo, Institution Verification Form, Income Certificate (issued by a competent authority), Self-Declaration of Minority Community, Self-attested Mark Sheet of the last qualifying examination, Fee Receipt for the current course year, Bank Details (account number, IFSC Code), Residential/Domicile Certificate, Aadhaar Number, and a Bonafide Student Certificate from your institution if applicable. Ensure documents are in the specified format and within size limits (e.g., PDF up to 2 MB).
- 6Review and Submit
Thoroughly review all the information entered in the application form and the uploaded documents for accuracy. Once satisfied, click on the 'Final Submit' button.
- 7Track Application Status
After submission, you can track your application status by logging into the NSP portal and navigating to the 'Check Your Status' option on your dashboard.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the key eligibility criteria for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities?
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must belong to one of the six notified minority communities (Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis) and be pursuing a post-matric course (Class 11 onwards, including UG, PG, technical, and professional courses) at a government or recognized private institution in India. They must have secured at least 50% marks or an equivalent grade in their previous final examination, and their family's annual income from all sources should not exceed INR 2 lakh. The scholarship is also restricted to a maximum of two eligible children per family, and students cannot simultaneously avail any other central government scholarship.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what expenses does it cover?
The scholarship amount is disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. It covers both admission and tuition fees, along with a maintenance allowance for up to 10 months in an academic year. The specific financial benefits vary by educational level; for instance, admission and tuition fees range from INR 3,000 to INR 10,000 annually, while monthly maintenance allowances vary from INR 230 for day scholars in Class 11-12 to INR 1,200 for M.Phil/Ph.D. hostellers.
What are the conditions for renewing the Post-Matric Scholarship for subsequent academic years?
To renew the Post-Matric Scholarship, a student must achieve at least 50% marks in their previous year's examination and continue their studies in the same course and institution. The renewal process is conducted online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Students are required to log in with their previous year's Application ID and password and update their existing application with details such as current fee information and academic performance from the preceding year.
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