Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent50% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsClass 9, Class 10
Eligible Caste/CategoriesMinority
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Students of Class 9 and 10 from minority communities
Special Conditions
Incentivizes secondary education for minority students.
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.
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