Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students (Classes 9–10)
For Muslim/Christian/Sikh/Buddhist/Jain/Parsi students, Classes 9–10 only (since 2022-23). Needs 50% marks.
Last verified: 2026-11-01 · Yearly renewal required · Applies in: Chhattisgarh (state domicile usually required; central schemes apply across states)
How to apply
Apply on NSP → Minority Pre-Matric (needs OTR number since AY 2024-25). 30% earmarked for girls. School verifies marks + income. Classes 1–8: no central minority scholarship since 2022-23 (RTE covers free schooling) — check your state's own schemes on this page.
Deadline: 31 October 2026 (NSP AY 2026-27; verify yearly)
Wait after verification: 2–6 months after verification via DBT
Documents you need
- • Minority self-declaration/affidavit
- • Income certificate
- • Previous marksheet (50%+)
- • Aadhaar
- • Bank passbook
- • Bonafide certificate
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Pre Matric Minority - Aadhaar Seeding & Name Match Must-Do
Pre Matric Minority amount is pushed by PFMS after Aadhaar validation. If you changed your surname after 10th or have initial expansions different in bank vs Aadhaar, correct it first via bank Aadhaar seeding form. Otherwise payment stays in 'Aadhaar validation failed' stage. Extra tip for pre-matric-minority: Save your PFMS transaction ID screenshot - helps in grievance.
Track it on PFMS Know Your Payments or NSP (scholarships.gov.in) to see exactly where your payment is stuck.
Pre Matric Minority FAQ: Combination & Yearly Renewal
Can I keep this scholarship plus another scholarship?
For Pre Matric Minority, holding two scholarships: As per 2026-27 NSP guideline, one merit-based + one need/welfare-based is allowed in many cases, subject to each scheme's GR. Pre Matric Minority This scheme's guidelines decide final eligibility for combination. - check latest GR/order.
Do I need to renew yearly?
Pre Matric Minority: Yes, yearly renewal is mandatory. You need to pass, maintain 75% attendance (varies by state) and re-verify Aadhaar/bank.
More about Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minority Students (Classes 9–10)
The Ministry of Minority Affairs' pre-matric scholarship is for students from the six notified minorities — Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain and Parsi — whose family income is up to ₹1 lakh a year and who scored at least 50% in the previous class. From 2022-23 it covers only Classes 9 and 10, since Classes 1–8 are covered by free education under the Right to Education Act.
Applications are made on NSP. About 30% of the scholarships are earmarked for girls.
Mistakes students make with this scheme
- Applying for Class 6–8 — those classes are no longer covered by this scheme.
- Previous-year marks below 50%.
- Income certificate showing more than ₹1 lakh.
What students ask about this scholarship
Is the minority pre-matric scholarship available for Classes 1–8?
No. From 2022-23 it covers only Classes 9 and 10. Students in Classes 1–8 get free education under the Right to Education Act.
Which communities count as minorities for this scholarship?
The six notified minorities: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Parsis (Zoroastrians).
Do I need a minority certificate?
Students usually give a self-declaration of community; some states also ask for a certificate. Upload whatever the NSP form asks for.
What is the income limit for the minority pre-matric scholarship?
₹1 lakh a year for the family.
How many students in one family can get it?
The guidelines allow up to two students per family for this scholarship.
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Source: NSP (https://scholarships.gov.in) · Last verified: 2026-11-01. Amounts and dates change yearly — confirm on the official portal.