Central Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector) Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
31 October 2026
Applications close on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) in late October.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Central Sector)
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.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800-11-2001, helpdesk@nsp.gov.in