Government SchemeVerified for 2026

UP Pre-Matric Scholarship (Minority) Eligibility Criteria 2026

Qualifying Mark/Percent50% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsClass 1-10
Eligible Caste/CategoriesMinority, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain
Gender LimitAll

Residency/Domicile Requirements

Must be a permanent resident (domicile) of Uttar Pradesh.

FAQs for UP Pre-Matric Scholarship (Minority)

Q.Which communities are covered under this scheme?

Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Buddhists, Parsis, and Jains are eligible for the Minority category scheme.

Q.What is the family income limit for Minority students?

The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,0,0,000 (2 Lakhs).

Q.Can a student apply for both state minority and central minority scholarships?

No, a student can only benefit from one government scholarship scheme in an academic year.