Mother Teresa Scholarship

Mother Teresa Scholarship offers financial support to students from minority communities in Kerala who are pursuing diploma courses in nursing and paramedical fields. Directorate of Minority Welfare, Government of Kerala manages this scheme and provides ₹15,000 per academic year to eligible meritorious students.

For the 2026-27 academic year, applications are expected to open in December 2026 on the official minority welfare scholarship portal. Students studying in government, government-aided, or government-recognised private institutions across the state can apply for this one-time support.

Mother Teresa Scholarship - Introduction

Mother Teresa Scholarship is a dedicated scheme by the Directorate of Minority Welfare, Government of Kerala, to help students from notified minority religious backgrounds complete their diploma education in healthcare fields. This scheme gives annual financial aid while you pursue a diploma in nursing or paramedical streams.

The scholarship is open to students who have secured admission on a merit basis in diploma in nursing (General Nursing) or diploma in paramedical courses. Preference is given to applicants from the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category, and 50% of the scholarship is reserved for female students.

Key Information

Benefits

Eligible students receive a scholarship amount of ₹15,000 per academic year to help cover their educational expenses. This benefit is given only once, so students who have already received the scholarship in a previous year do not need to apply again.

Half of the total scholarship is reserved for female candidates. If a required percentage of qualified female applicants is not available, then male candidates become eligible for the remaining benefit.

Eligibility

To apply for this support, you should meet the following conditions:

• You should be a permanent resident of Kerala.
• You must belong to one of the notified minority communities: Muslim, Christian (all sects), Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, or Parsi.
• You should have secured admission on a merit basis in a diploma in nursing (General Nursing) or diploma in paramedical course in a government, aided, or government-approved self-financing institution.
• You must have obtained at least 45% marks in your qualifying examination.
• If you belong to the Above Poverty Line (APL) category, your annual family income should be less than ₹8,00,000 from all sources.
• If you come under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category, there is no specific family income restriction.
• You should have a bank account in your own name in any scheduled commercial bank.

Application Process

Follow these steps to apply for Mother Teresa Scholarship on the official portal:

STEP 1 - Visit the official website of the Directorate of Minority Welfare at mwdscholarship.kerala.gov.in.

STEP 2 - First-time users should click on 'Student Registration' and fill in the registration form to set up their account credentials.

STEP 3 - Log in using the email and password created during registration.

STEP 4 - Complete your profile by uploading the required documents and adding your qualification and personal details before applying.

STEP 5 - Fill in the registration form carefully with your examination register number, personal data, and scholarship details.

STEP 6 - Click on 'Apply for Scholarship' and then 'Final Submit' to complete the process.

STEP 7 - Take a printout of the application and submit it along with the supporting documents to the head of your institution before the deadline.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready before starting your application:

• Your registration form printout
• Copies of SSLC, PLASTA, or VHSE mark lists
• Allotment memo copy
• Bank passbook front page showing your name, account number, branch code, and branch address
• Aadhaar card or NPR card
• Nativity certificate
• Community or minority certificate
• Original income certificate issued by the village office
• Ration card copy

References

Official Scholarship Portal

Scheme Guidelines PDF

Scheme Guidelines Reference

FAQ's

What is the main objective of Mother Teresa Scholarship?

The primary goal is to provide financial aid to students from minority communities in Kerala who are pursuing diploma-level nursing and paramedical courses.

Which religious groups are eligible?

Muslim, Christian (all sects), Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi students are eligible for this support.

Are there specific course requirements?

Yes, this scheme is strictly for students enrolled in diploma in nursing (General Nursing) and diploma in paramedical programs on a merit basis.

Can I renew the scholarship for the next year?

No, this is a one-time support. Students who have already received the benefit in a year cannot apply for it again in the following year.

What is the income threshold for APL applicants?

For APL category applicants, the annual family income should not exceed ₹8,00,000 from all sources.

Is there any reservation for female students?

Yes, 50% of the scholarship is reserved for female students. Male candidates become eligible if a required percentage of qualified female applicants is not available.

Where do I submit my hard copy application?

You should submit the printed application and supporting documents to the head of your educational institution before the deadline.