Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026

Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector) Apply Online 2026

How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)

Application ModeOnline
  • 1

    NSP login

  • 2

    Select Pre-Matric Minority

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    Submit

  • 4

    Institute check

  • 5

    Payment

FAQs for Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector)

Q.Which students are eligible for Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities?

Students belonging to notified minority communities (Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Buddhists, Jains, and Zoroastrians/Parsis) studying in Classes 1-10 with minimum 50% marks in previous final examination and annual family income not exceeding ₹1,00,000.

Q.What is the scholarship amount provided under this scheme?

Students in Classes 1-5 receive ₹100 per month. Students in Classes 6-10 receive ₹600 per month for school expenses and ₹100 per month as hosteller allowance (if applicable).

Q.How many students from one family can avail this scholarship?

Maximum two students from one family can avail the Pre-Matric Scholarship. The third sibling is not eligible for this scheme.