AI SummaryMinistry of Minority Affairs (MOMA) is inviting Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026 online applications for minorities at scholarships.gov.in. Under this scheme, central government provides financial support to meritorious students from minority communities to help them complete matric (10th) standard. Last date to apply online is 31 October 2026.
This support is given as admission fees, tuition fees and maintenance allowance to students studying in class 1st to 10th in any govt. or private school. Only 2 students from a single family can avail these benefits. The main aim is to encourage parents to send children to school, lessen the money burden and help students complete school education.
Pre Matric Scholarship is implemented under the Prime Minister's New 15 Point Programme. Check List of Minority Welfare Schemes before filling the registration form.
Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026 Online Application Form for Minorities
Below is the complete procedure to apply online for Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026 for minorities.
STEP 1 - Visit the official National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
STEP 2 - On the homepage, go to the "Fresh Application" tab present under the 'Applicant's Corner' section of the page as shown here.
STEP 3 - In the new window, the page to make login for fresh application will open as shown below.
STEP 4 - First time users now need to complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying. OTR is a unique 14-digit number issued on the basis of Aadhaar or Aadhaar Enrolment ID and is valid for the entire academic career of the student. It removes the need to register again in each academic year. Click on the OTR option on the portal to generate it.
STEP 5 - After completing OTR, make login on the portal and read the guidelines for Pre Matric Minority Scholarship registration as shown below.
STEP 6 - Accept the undertaking and click on the "Continue" button to open the Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme online registration form for minorities.
STEP 7 - Fill in all the details in the Pre Matric Scholarship Registration Form and click on the "Register" button to complete the registration process. Applicants will get User ID and Password on their registered mobile number.
STEP 8 - Then make "Login" to apply online for Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026 for minorities. After login, verify the OTP, change the password and proceed to the Dashboard where applicants can click on the "Application Form" button to open the Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme Minorities Application Form 2026 as shown below.
STEP 9 - Here applicants can enter their personal, academic and other details accurately and click on the "Save & Continue" button, then fill the remaining form and "Submit" it. After the form is submitted successfully, the online application for Pre Matric Minority Scholarship Scheme 2026 gets over.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minorities |
| Launched By | Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India |
| Beneficiaries | Students of minority communities in class 1st to 10th |
| Income Limit | Up to Rs. 1 lakh per annum |
| Application Mode | Online at scholarships.gov.in |
| Last Date | 31 October 2026 |
How to Apply for Pre-Matric Scholarships for Minority Students
Students applying for the scholarship for the first time (Fresh Students) need to complete One Time Registration (OTR) and then register on the portal as fresh applicants by providing accurate and authenticated information as printed on their documents in the Student Registration Form. The registration form is required to be filled by parents or guardians of students who are below the age of 18 years on the date of registration. Before starting the registration process, students, parents and guardians are advised to keep the following documents handy.
- Educational documents of the student
- Student's bank account number and IFSC code of the bank branch
- Aadhaar number of the student
- If Aadhaar is not available, then bonafide student certificate from the institute or school and Aadhaar Enrolment ID or scanned copy of bank passbook
- If the institute or school is different from the domicile state of the applicant, then bonafide student certificate from the institute or school
Note: For the pre matric scholarship scheme, where students do not have their own bank account, parents can provide their own account details. However, the parents' account number can only be used against scholarship applications for a maximum of two children.
Pre-Matric Minority Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
Any eligible student studying in class 1st to 10th in any govt. or private school can apply for the Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme. Eligibility criteria for the Pre-Matric Minority Scholarship are mentioned below.
- Applicants must have secured at least 50% marks in the previous final examination.
- Annual income of the family of the applicant from all sources must not exceed Rs. 1 lakh per annum.
- Only Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Buddhists, Jains and Zoroastrians (Parsis) can apply.
It is also important to note that more than 30% of scholarships will be earmarked for girl students.
Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026 for Minorities - Duration and Rate of Scholarship
Govt. will provide Pre Matric Scholarship 2026 for the entire course duration. However, maintenance allowance is only given for 10 months in an academic year. The rate of scholarship is given below.
| Item | Hostellers | Day Scholars |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee from Class VI to X | Rs. 500 p.a | Rs. 500 p.a |
| Tuition fee from class VI to X | Rs. 350 p.m | Rs. 350 p.m |
| Maintenance Allowance (Class I to V) | Nil | Rs. 100 p.m |
| Maintenance Allowance (Class VI to X) | Rs. 600 p.m | Rs. 100 p.m |
This scheme is implemented through the State Government or Union Territory administration. For the latest scheme guidelines, visit the official National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
Objective of Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026 for Minority Students
Scholarship given at the pre matric level encourages parents from minority communities to send their children to schools. The scheme lightens the money burden on school education and supports efforts to help children complete school education. Pre Matric Scholarship scheme forms the foundation for educational attainment and provides a level playing field in the competitive employment arena. Helping through education is one of the objectives of this scheme, which has the potential to improve the socio economic conditions of the minority communities.
FAQ's
What is Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for Minorities
It is a scholarship scheme for students of minority communities who are studying in class 1st to 10th.
Who are Eligible for Pre Matric Minority Scholarship Scheme
Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain and Parsi (Zoroastrian) students are eligible.
What is the official website for Pre Matric Minorities Scholarship
The official website is scholarships.gov.in.
What is the last date to apply for Minority Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme 2026
The last date to apply online is 31 October 2026.
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