Government Scholarship · Class 1-10

Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector)

Q: Is the Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities still available for all school students?

No, from the academic year 2022-23 onwards, the Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector) is only applicable for students studying in Class 9 and 10. Students in Class 1 to 8 are covered under the provisions of the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

Q: What is the annual family income limit to be eligible for this scholarship?

To be eligible for the Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities, the annual family income of the applicant from all sources must not exceed INR 1,00,000.

Q: How will the scholarship amount be disbursed to the students?

The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). For students in Class 9 and 10, the bank account can be in the name of the applicant/student or a joint account with their parents/guardian.

Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India · All India

Annual Award₹5k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Pre-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 Pre-Matric Minority Scholarship on NSP. Learn about class 1-10 eligibility rules, ₹1L income limit, and school registration guidelines.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹5k+

The scholarship provides financial assistance for admission fees (up to INR 500 per annum, subject to actuals), tuition fees (up to INR 350 per month, subject to actuals), and a maintenance allowance. Hostellers receive INR 600 per month for 10 months in an academic year, while day scholars receive INR 100 per month for 10 months. The scholarship amount is disbursed directly to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

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Admission and tuition fee reimbursement.
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Maintenance allowances paid via DBT to parents/guardians.

Note: Restricted to notified minority communities.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Class 1-10
Course / Stream	All Streams
Minimum Marks	50%
Income Limit	Up to ₹1.0 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	General
Domicile State	All India

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓* Self-Declaration of Minority Community by parent
✓* Family Income Certificate (< ₹1 Lakh)
✓* Previous marksheet (for classes 2-10)
✓* School study certificate & Aadhaar Card

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on their economic conditions, with preference given to older applicants in cases of similar financial circumstances
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A significant 30% of the scholarships are reserved for eligible female students from each minority community in a State/UT
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if there is a shortage of female applicants, these may be transferred to eligible male candidates of the same community
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A maximum of two students from the same family can receive the scholarship
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Priority is given to those in financial need.

Renewal Policy

The scholarship may be renewed for the subsequent academic year if the student has scored at least 50% marks in the previous annual examination and continues to pursue their studies.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

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Visit the Official Portal
Go to the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) website at scholarships.gov.in.
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One-Time Registration (OTR)
For the 2026-27 academic year, One-Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory. This involves Aadhaar OTP verification and completing a mandatory Face Authentication process using the NSP OTR App and AadhaarFace RD App.
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Log In
After successful registration, log in to the portal using your OTR ID and password.
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Fill Application Form
Complete the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and bank details.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents. These typically include: * Applicant's passport-sized photograph. * Parent/Guardian's income certificate issued by a competent authority. * Community certificate (self-attested or attested by parent/guardian if the applicant is below 18). * Self-attested mark sheet of the previous qualifying examination. * Bank account details (the account must be Aadhaar-seeded for Direct Benefit Transfer). * Residential/Domicile certificate. * Bonafide certificate from the school.
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Submit Application
Review all entered information and uploaded documents carefully, then submit your application.
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Track Status
Regularly check the status of your application on the NSP portal using your login credentials for updates.
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Verification
Applications will undergo verification by the concerned educational institutions and state authorities.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Is the Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities still available for all school students?

No, from the academic year 2022-23 onwards, the Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector) is only applicable for students studying in Class 9 and 10. Students in Class 1 to 8 are covered under the provisions of the Right to Education (RTE) Act.

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IndiaScholarships.in attempts to provide accurate information manually curated from official sources. Scholarship details, timelines, and eligibility can change without notice as per the provider's discretion. Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee selection. Always verify all information on the official Ministry of Minority Affairs (MOMA), Government of India website before final submission.