Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities

iAbout This Scheme

Central government scholarship for students from notified minority communities pursuing post-matric education (Class 11 and above). It provides maintenance allowance and fee reimbursement to enable minority students to access quality higher education and professional courses.

🎁Key Benefits

Maintenance allowance: ₹380-₹1,200/month (hostellers); ₹230-₹550/month (day scholars)
Reimbursement of admission and tuition fees as actuals
Available for Class 11, 12, UG, PG, PhD, and professional courses
30% of scholarships reserved for girl students

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Belongs to notified minority community
2
At least 50% marks in previous exam
3
Not availing any other government scholarship

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📝How to Apply

1

Apply via NSP

Register at scholarships.gov.in

2

Select Scheme

Choose 'Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities'

3

Fill Application

Enter community, academic, and bank details

4

Upload Proofs

Upload community certificate and fee receipts

5

Disbursal

State nodal authority disburses after verification

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Is this different from Merit-cum-Means scholarship?

Yes. Post-Matric is income-based for general courses; Merit-cum-Means is for professional/technical courses with stricter merit criteria.