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Scholarships for Minority Communities (Pre-Matric & Post-Matric)

Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India

Scholarship Value

₹25,000/year (Girls), ₹20,000/year (Boys)

Annual

Deadline

October 2025

Awards/Year

5 lakh students per year

Min. Marks

50%

Income Limit

₹2 Lakhs/year

About This Scholarship

Maulana Azad National Fellowship and Scholarship Schemes provide financial assistance to students from minority communities for pursuing higher education. These scholarships cover tuition fees and maintenance charges to support meritorious minority students who might otherwise be unable to continue their studies.

Est. Year

2007

Application Mode

Online

Award Type

Annual

Eligibility Criteria

Belongs to minority community (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Zoroastrian/Parsi)
Annual family income below ₹2 lakhs (Post-Matric) or ₹1 lakh (Pre-Matric)
Minimum 50% marks in previous exam
Enrolled in a government-recognized institution
Not availing any other scholarship from Central/State Govt.

Quick Eligibility Check

Min. Marks: 50%
Income: ₹2 Lakhs/year
Level: Class 11-12, UG, PG
Stream: Any Stream

What You'll Get

₹25,000/year for girls, ₹20,000/year for boys (Post-Matric)
Covers tuition fees and maintenance allowance
Hostel charges covered separately
Renewable for entire course duration
Direct bank transfer

Documents Required

1
Minority community certificate from competent authority
2
Income certificate
3
Aadhaar card
4
Previous exam marksheet
5
Admission and fee receipt
6
Bank account details
7
Residential proof

Keep both physical and digital (PDF/JPEG) copies of all documents ready before starting your application.

Selection Process

85% of scholarships are awarded based on merit. 30% reserved for girls. Selection by State/UT Channelizing Agencies through online portal.

Renewal Criteria

Minimum 50% marks each year. Must remain enrolled in same course. Income criteria must be re-verified annually.

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5 lakh students per year scholarships available

Deadline October 2025
ModeOnline
Value₹25,000/year (Girls), ₹20,000/year (Boys)
Est.2007
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Eligible For

Education Level

Class 11-12UGPG

Streams

Any Stream

Tags

#Government#Minority#Means-cum-Merit#NSP

Contact & Help

scholarships.gov.in | 011-23231002

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