Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector)
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About the Program
Complete guide to the Central Pre-Matric Minority Scholarship on NSP. Learn about class 1-10 eligibility rules, ₹1L income limit, and school registration guidelines.
Benefits & Financial Support
Provides admission and tuition fees up to ₹350/month and maintenance allowance of ₹100/month (for Classes 1 to 10) to eligible minority school students.
Inclusions
Admission and tuition fee reimbursement.
Maintenance allowances paid via DBT to parents/guardians.
Important Note
Restricted to notified minority communities.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Class 1-10
Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Based on minority community, family income under ₹1 Lakh, scoring at least 50% in previous exam (not applicable to Class 1), and quota-wise merit.
Renewal Policy
Required each academic year by maintaining at least 50% marks in school exams.
Application Process
- 1Parent Registration
Parents must register on behalf of school students on the NSP portal.
- 2Apply Fresh
Log in using the student OTR ID. Select "Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities".
- 3Upload Records
Fill out student profile and upload minority self-declaration (signed by parent) and income certificate (< ₹1 Lakh).
- 4Submit
Input school code and submit. Headmaster will approve the application online.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Applications close on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) in late October.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
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Common Questions (FAQs)
Q. Is this open to Class 1 students?▼
Yes, Class 1 students can apply. The 50% minimum marks requirement is not applicable for Class 1 fresh entries.
Q. What is the family income limit?▼
The annual family income must not exceed ₹1 Lakh from all sources.
Q. How are the funds disbursed?▼
Scholarship amounts are disbursed directly to the student's or joint account with parents via DBT.
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