Means-based scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to underprivileged and meritorious students. These scholarships enable students to pursue technical and professional courses all around the globe. Moreover, these scholarships cover the cost of education.
Means-based scholarships have the following aims and objectives:
- Provision of financial assistance to underprivileged students who do not have enough resources to pay for their education.
- Empowering the children of underprivileged Classes to pursue academic courses of their choice.
Note:- Various organizations, including government and private, offer national means-based scholarships for the betterment and upliftment of the future generation of the country.
This article comprises a list of popular means-based scholarships with their key details that are funded by both government and private institutions.
Means-Based Scholarships 2023– Government-funded Scholarships
Government-funded means-based scholarships are either implemented by the state government or the central government. The state-funded scholarships cater to the needs of the students who belong to the respective states, while centrally-funded scholarships are national means-based scholarships offered to the students across the nation provided they meet the criteria.
Here is a list of some of the most prestigious state and national means-based scholarships offered by the central and state governments.
Government-funded Means-Based Scholarship
* The application period mentioned above is tentative and may change as per the discretion of the scholarship provider.
Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students
Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students is a national means-based scholarship that offers full financial assistance to SC students to promote quality education among them. A total of 1,700 scholarships are disbursed every year under this scholarship scheme. The scholarship application is online through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Provider: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must belong to the category of Scheduled Caste and should have taken admission in a full-time degree course in a recognised institution after securing a minimum of 60% in the Class 12 examination. Also, the annual family income of the applicant must not be more than ₹8,00,000 from all sources.
Award: The selected students studying in private sector institutions are liable to receive full tuition fees & non-refundable charges with a maximum ceiling of up to ₹2,00,000 per annum. Apart from them, the students who are admitted into private sector flying clubs and pursuing courses like Commercial Pilot Training and Type Rating Courses will receive tuition fees and other non-refundable charges with a maximum ceiling of up to ₹3,72,000 per annum. Besides this, students will also receive an academic allowance of ₹86,000 in the first year of study and ₹41,000 in every subsequent year, to take care of living expenses, books and stationery, computer/laptop with accessories like UPS and printer, etc.
Pre-Matric Scholarships Scheme for Minorities
Pre-Matric Scholarships Scheme for Minorities is a government scholarship that offers financial assistance in the form of admission fees, tuition fees, and maintenance allowance to needy students belonging to minority communities. Minority communities of India include Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain, and Zoroastrian/Parsi. The applicants who wish to apply for this scholarship can do so through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must be a student of class 1 to 10 from the minority community who has secured at least 50% marks in the previous final exam and whose annual family income is within ₹1,00,000.
Department: Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India
Award: The selected candidates studying in Classes 6 to 10 receive an annual admission fee of ₹500 along with a monthly tuition fee of ₹350. Also, the students of Classes 1 to 10 (day scholars) receive a maintenance allowance of ₹100 per month, and class 6 to 10 students (hostellers) get ₹600 per month for a period of 10 months in an academic year.
Post Matric Scholarships Scheme for Minorities
The Post Matric Scholarships Scheme for Minorities is meant for students of Class 11 to PhD. Started with the objective of providing financial assistance to the poor and meritorious students belonging to minority communities Interested candidates can apply online for this national means-based scholarship through NSP.
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must belong to a minority community (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain, and Zoroastrian/Parsi). Eligible candidates must be enrolled in Class 11, 12, graduation, post-graduation, technical or vocational courses, M.Phil., or Ph.D. programs, having achieved a minimum of 50% marks in their most recent final examination. Additionally, the annual family income of the candidate must not exceed ₹2,00,000.
Department: Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India
Award: Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India
The selected students studying in Classes 11 and 12 (hostellers & day scholars) will get admission and tuition fees of ₹7,000 per annum or ₹10,000 per annum if the students are pursuing technical or vocational courses in Class 11 & 12. UG and PG students are entitled to receive ₹3,000 per annum as admission and tuition fees. In addition to the fee benefits, the students will also receive a monthly maintenance allowance of up to ₹1,200 for a period of 10 months in an academic year.
Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to VJNT Students, Maharashtra
Tuition Fees and examination fees to VJNT Students scholarship is meant for those students of Maharashtra who belong to Vimukt Jati/Denotified or Nomadic Tribes, are financially deprived and are studying at the post-matriculation level. Interested candidates can apply online through MahaDBT, the online scholarship portal of the Maharashtra Government.
Eligibility: The candidates must belong to the VJNT category of Maharashtra. Their annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹8,00,000.
Department: Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra
Award: Under this scholarship scheme, selected students will get reimbursement for compulsory fees such as tuition, admission, term, library, laboratory, gymkhana, and examination fees.
Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship
Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship is meant for girl students belonging to minority communities. The selected students receive tuition fee assistance and other benefits under this scholarship scheme. Interested candidates can apply online for the Begum Hazrat Mahal Scholarship through the official website of Maulana Azad Education Foundation.
Eligibility: Girl candidates who belong to Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi communities and studying in Classes 9 to 12 can apply for this scholarship. She must acquire at least 50% marks or an equivalent grade in the previous class. The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000.
Department: Maulana Azad Education Foundation (MAEF)
Award: The selected students of Class 9 and 10 will receive a scholarship of ₹5000, while those in Class 11 and 12 will receive ₹6,000.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Assam
Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students is meant to schedule caste students of Assam to improve their level of education with the objective of financially assisting the deprived students. Interested students can apply online for this means-based scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal.
Eligibility: The candidates must possess a domicile of Assam and fall within the ST category. They should be currently enrolled in Classes 1 to 8 at an institution recognised by the Assam Government. Additionally, the annual family income must not exceed ₹50,000.
Department: Department of Welfare of Plains Tribes & Backward Classes, Government of Assam
Award: The selected students get a scholarship amount of up to ₹1,500 per annum for day scholars and ₹3,500 per annum for hostellers.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC, Tripura
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC is a means-based scholarship that offers financial assistance to economically backward Classes students of Tripura who are studying at the post-matriculation level. This scholarship can be applied online through the National Scholarship Portal.
Eligibility: The candidates must have a domicile in Tripura and belong to the Economically Backward Class (EBC) of the general category. The candidate must be studying in Class 11 to postdoctoral level at a government-recognised institution. Additionally, the annual family income must be less than ₹2,50,000.
Department: Government of Tripura
Award: The selected candidates will get a monthly maintenance allowance of up to ₹750 for a duration of 10 months along with the reimbursement of compulsory non-refundable fees. Additionally, an annual amount of up to ₹900 is given as study tour charges and up to ₹1,000 as thesis typing and printing charges. Blind students are entitled to get up to ₹175 per month as reader charges.
Post Matric Scholarship for ST/SC/OBC/SEBC/EBC Communities
Post Matric Scholarship for ST/SC/OBC/SEBC/EBC Communities is a means-based scholarship that offers financial assistance to needy students studying at the post-matriculation level. This scholarship can be applied online through the State Scholarship Portal, Government of Odisha.
Eligibility: The candidates must be from the ST/SC/OBC/SEBC/EBC category and be permanent residents of Odisha. The annual family income of students belonging to the SC/ST category should not be more than ₹2,50,000. Those belonging to OBC/SEBC should have ₹1,00,000 as annual income and must have scored at least 50% marks in the previous exam. Students of the EBC (Economically-Backward Class category must not have more than ₹1,00,000 of annual income.
Department: Government of Odisha
Award: The selected students will receive financial assistance to continue higher studies.
Special Scholarship Scheme Ishan Uday for NER
Ishan Uday is a means-based scholarship offered by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to the students of the northeast region to promote higher education and financial assistance. A total of 10,000 scholarships are disbursed every year among the NER students. Interested candidates can apply online for this scholarship through National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must have the domicile of the North-Eastern Region (NER), which includes Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Sikkim, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, and Tripura. They must have passed class 12 and secured admission in general degree, technical/professional courses of recognised colleges/universities/institutions. Additionally, annual family income must not exceed ₹4,50,000.
Department: University Grants Commission (UGC)
Award: Under this scholarship scheme, students pursuing general degree courses receive ₹5,400 per month and those pursuing technical/professional courses receive ₹7,800 per month.
Post Matric Scholarship to OBC Students, Maharashtra
This scholarship is an initiative by the VJNT, OBC, and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra for OBC students studying in Class 11 to PhD level and residing in Maharashtra. The selected students will receive variable awards.
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must be a resident of Maharashtra and belong to the OBC community. They should be pursuing studies at the post-matric level (Class 11 to PhD level) and must have secured admission through the CAP round if they have applied for a professional course. Additionally, their annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹1,00,000. The candidates are required to maintain 75% attendance for the current academic year.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award:
Eligible OBC applicants are paid maintenance allowance as follows:
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*Note – Duration – From admission date till exam completion date.
Post Matric Scholarship to SBC Students 2023
Post Matric Scholarship to SBC Students, Maharashtra is an initiative by the VJNT, OBC, and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra for SBC category students who have completed Class 10 and are continuing studies at the post-matric level. The selected students will receive various awards.
Eligibility
The candidates who wish to apply must be a resident of Maharashtra and belong to the SBC community. They should be pursuing the education course at the post-matric level approved by the government and have secured admission through the CAP round if they have applied for a professional course. Additionally, their annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹1,50,000. The candidates are required to maintain 75% attendance for the current academic year.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award
The selected candidates will receive the scholarship as follows:
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*Note – Duration – From admission date till exam completion date.
Post-Matric Tuition Fee and Examination Fee (Freeship)
Post-Matric Tuition Fee and Examination Fee (Freeship), Maharashtra is an initiative by the Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra for Class 10 passed students. The eligible student’s tuition fee and other compulsory fees will be covered under this scheme.
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must be a resident of Maharashtra and belong to the Scheduled Caste or Neo-Buddhist community. They should be studying in Class 11 and above in a government-recognised institution of the state and have passed SSC or equivalent matric. Additionally, their annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹2,50,000.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award: Tuition Fees, Exam Fees & other fees which are mandatory or compulsorily payable by the student to the institution are reimbursed to the concerned student.
Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India
Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India, Maharashtra is an initiative by the Maharashtra Government and Tribal Development Department, Government of India for Scheduled Tribe (ST) community students in Maharashtra. The scholarship encourages ST students from financially underprivileged backgrounds to pursue studies after Class 10 towards higher education.
Eligibility: The candidates who wish to apply must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. They should have successfully completed Class 10. Additionally, their annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹2,50,000, and the candidate should not have a gap of more than 2 years in their formal education.
Department: Government and Tribal Development Department, Government of India
Award:
The selected students for this scholarship program will receive the following benefits:
For Hostellers/Day Scholars award will be given in groups:
| Groups | Benefits |
| Group 1 | ₹550 to ₹1,200 |
| Group 2 | ₹530 to ₹820 |
| Group 3 | ₹300 to ₹570 |
| Group 4 | ₹230 to ₹380 |
In addition to this Reader Allowance will also be given:
| Groups | Allowance |
| Group 1-2 | ₹240 |
| Group 3 | ₹200 |
| Group 4 | ₹160 |
| Escort Allowance | ₹160 per month |
| Special Pay | ₹160 |
| For Mentally retired | ₹240 per month |
| Study Tours | ₹1,600 per annum |
| Thesis Typing/Printing | ₹1,600 per annum |
| Book Grant | ₹1,200 per annum |
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance Scheme
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance Scheme is an initiative by the Directorate of Medical Education Research, Government of Maharashtra for students pursuing MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BPTH, BOTH, B.SC Nursing, BUMS, BP & O, BASLP courses in government-aided/corporation/private unaided colleges. The selected students will receive up to ₹30,000 per year.
Eligibility:
The candidates who wish to apply must be a resident of Maharashtra and have secured admission in government-aided, Corporation, or private un-aided colleges for courses such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BPTH, BOTH, B.Sc Nursing, BUMS, BP & O, BASLP. Furthermore, the applicant should belong to a family with an annual income of less than ₹8,00,000 and have been admitted under the General category or SEBC Category.
Department: Directorate of Medical Education Research, Government of Maharashtra
Award:
The selected students will receive a hostel maintenance allowance of up to ₹30,000 per annum.
State Minority Scholarship Part II (DHE)
State Minority Scholarship Part II (DHE) is an initiative for graduation and postgraduation students. The selected students will receive a total annual course fee of ₹5,000 (whichever amount is less).
Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must have a domicile of Maharashtra and hold a graduation or postgraduation degree in Arts/Commerce/Science/Law/Education. Additionally, they have an annual family income of up to ₹8,00,000
Award
The selected students will receive a total annual course fee of ₹5,000 (whichever amount is less).
Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement
Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement Maharashtra is an initiative by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra for Class 10 passed ST students. The selected students will receive tuition fees and exam fees for their courses.
Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must have a domicile in Maharashtra and belong to the ST community. They should be enrolled in a vocational study course like Engineering, Pharmacy, Animal Husbandry, Vaastu Shastra, Dairy Development, MBA or MCA. Additionally, they must have an annual family income of not more than ₹2,50,000.
Department: Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra
Award
The selected scholars will receive reimbursement of tuition fees and exam fees as per the approved college fee structure.
State Minority Scholarship for Pursuing Higher Professional Education Scholarship (Part -1)
State Minority Scholarship for Pursuing Higher Professional Education Scholarship (Part -1) is an initiative to provide financial aid to students belonging to minority communities to pursue professional or technical degree/diploma courses. The selected students will receive a total annual course fee of ₹50,000 per annum or tuition and exam fees (whichever is less).
Eligibility: To be eligible, the applicant must be a domicile of Maharashtra and belong to minority communities, including Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, Sikh, Parsi, Jain, and Jews. They should have successfully passed SSC from Maharashtra and secured admission in professional or technical diploma/degree courses through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP)/Institute Level. A bonafide certificate from the respective institution is required. Additionally, the applicant should have an annual family income of not more than ₹8,00,000.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award: The selected students will receive ₹50,000 per annum or tuition and exam fees (whichever is less).
Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance to ST Students
Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance to ST Students, Maharashtra is an initiative by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra for ST students in Maharashtra who are enrolled in vocational study courses.
Eligibility: To be eligible, the applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community of Maharashtra. They should be enrolled in a vocational course at a recognised institution and have successfully passed the previous year’s examination. Additionally, should have an annual family income of less than or equal to ₹2,50,000.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award :
The selected scholars will receive a maintenance allowance as specified hereunder:
- For 4-5 Year Courses – ₹7,000 per annum to day-scholars and ₹10,000 per annum to hostellers
- For 2-3 Year Courses – ₹5,000 per annum to day-scholars and ₹7,000 per annum to hostellers
- For Courses of 2 years or less duration – ₹5,000 per annum to both day scholars and hostellers
Pursuing Higher and Professional Courses (DMER) Minority Scholarship
Pursuing Higher and Professional Courses (DMER) Minority Scholarship is an initiative to provide financial assistance to minority students pursuing specified health science courses affiliated with Maharashtra University of Health Science, Nashik. The selected students will receive a scholarship amount of either the total annual course fee or ₹50,000, whichever is less.
Eligibility: To be eligible, the candidate must be a domicile of Maharashtra and have taken admission in courses such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BPTH, BOTH, BASLP, BP&O, BSc Nursing, MSc Nursing, BPMT, OPTHALMIC ASST., OPTOMETRY, PB BSc Nursing, and courses affiliated to the Maharashtra University of Health Science, Nashik through CET/competitive exam/HSC marks obtained. The annual family income should not exceed ₹8,00,000.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award :
The selected students will receive a scholarship amount of either the total annual course fee or ₹50,000, whichever is less.
Vocational Training Fee Reimbursement for ST Students
Vocational Training Fee Reimbursement for ST Students, Maharashtra is an initiative by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra for students belonging to the Scheduled Tribe Category and admitted to the seats under the PPP scheme in Government ITIs and Private ITIs through the centralized admission process.
Eligibility: To be eligible, the applicant must be a resident of Maharashtra, belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category, and have secured admission to seats under the PPP scheme in Government ITIs and Private ITIs through the centralized admission process. Additionally, the applicant’s annual income should be above ₹2,50,000 but less than or up to ₹8,00,000.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award :
The selected candidates will receive a 100 % reimbursement of the course fee. However, students who have passed the SSC examination and have a family income of less than or equal to ₹2,50,000 will receive benefits according to the guidelines set by the Government of India.
Dr Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna
Dr Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna, Maharashtra is an initiative by the Directorate of Higher Education, the Government of Maharashtra for students who are wards of registered labour/alpabhudharak (Marginal Land Holder) and who have taken admission in technical, professional or non-professional courses at graduation or post-graduation level. The selected students will receive up to ₹30,000 for 10 months as a scholarship amount.
Eligibility: To be eligible, the applicant must be a domicile of Maharashtra and a child of registered labour/alpabhudarak or both. They should have enrolled in Technical, Professional, and Non-Professional courses at the graduation or postgraduation level. The annual family income should be less than ₹8,00,000 for students pursuing professional courses and also less than ₹8,00,000 for those pursuing non-professional courses.
Department: Government of Maharashtra
Award :
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| For the child of the family where the annual income is not more than ₹1,00,000 |
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| For the child of the family where the annual income is more than ₹1,00,000 but less than ₹8,00,000 |
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Means-Based Scholarships 2023– Private-funded Scholarships
Private-funded scholarships consist of those scholarships and grants that are offered by Corporates, NGOs, Trusts, and other organizations for the benefit of students. Some of these national means-based scholarships are area-specific while others can be availed by students across the country. Here is a list of some means-based scholarships funded by private organizations.
Private-funded Means-Based Scholarship
| Scholarship Name | Tentative Date* | Provider’s Name |
| Dr Reddy’s Foundation Sashakt Scholarship | July-August | Dr Reddy’s Foundation (DRF) |
| Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Programme for General Graduation and Diploma Students | October-December | Tata Capital Limited |
| Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Programme for Class 11 and 12 Students | October-December | Tata Capital Limited |
| SOF Girl Child Scholarship Scheme (G.C.S.S) | August-October | Science Olympiad Foundation |
| Santoor Scholarship Programme | August-September | Wipro Consumer Care and Wipro Cares |
| Baba Gurbachan Singh Scholarship Scheme | September | Sant Nirankari Mission |
* The application period mentioned above is tentative and may change as per the discretion of the scholarship provider.
Now, find below the key details of each of the means of the scholarship listed above.
Dr Reddy’s Foundation Sashakt Scholarship
Dr Reddy’s Foundation Sashakt Scholarship is meant for those girl students who belong to rural, low socio-economic background, and who wish to pursue a career in Science. Launched with the objective of providing financial assistance, quality education, and mentorship, Dr Reddy’s Scholarship is for class 12 passed students. Interested candidates can apply online for the scholarship through the official website of The Sashakt Scholarship.
Eligibility: Girl students who have passed Class 12 and wish to get admitted into any of the colleges listed by the foundation.
Provider: Dr Reddy’s Foundation (DRF)
Award: ₹2,40,000 for three years (₹80,000 per year)
Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Programme for General Graduation and Diploma Students
Started by Tata Capital Limited, the Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Programme for General Graduation and Diploma Students is meant for those students who belong to economically weaker sections of society. The main objective of this scholarship is to give monetary support to needy students to complete their college education and fulfill their academic dreams.
Eligibility: The candidates must be enrolled in undergraduate degree programmes such as B.Com., B.Sc., BA, etc. or diploma/polytechnic courses at recognised institutions in India and have scored at least 60% marks in the preceding class. The annual family income of the applicants from all sources must be less than or equal to ₹2,50,000.
Provider: Tata Capital Limited
Award: The selected students will receive financial support equivalent to up to 80% of the tuition fees paid by them or up to ₹12,000, whichever amount is less.
Tata Capital Pankh Scholarship Programme for Class 11 and 12 Students
This means-based scholarship is offered to school students to help them complete their school education.
Eligibility: The candidates must be studying in Classes 11 and 12 at a recognised educational institution in India. Applicants must have scored at least 60% marks in the preceding class. The annual family income of the applicants from all sources must be less than or equal to₹2,50,000.
Provider: Tata Capital Limited
Award: The selected students will receive financial support equivalent to up to 80% of the tuition fees paid by them or up to ₹10,000, whichever amount is less.
SOF Girl Child Scholarship Scheme (G.C.S.S)
SOF Girl Child Scholarship Scheme is a national-level means-based scholarship that offers a scholarship amount of ₹5,000 per annum to needy girl students studying in Classes 1 to 10. Under this scholarship scheme, a total of 300 scholarships are disbursed every year.
Eligibility: Girl students studying in classes 1 to 10 with a score of 60% or equivalent in the previous class with a family income of ₹15,000 per month
Provider: Science Olympiad Foundation
Award: ₹5,000 for a full year
Santoor Scholarship Programme
Santoor Scholarship Programme is meant for those girl students who have passed Class 12 and want to pursue higher education. Under this scholarship scheme, a total of 900 scholarships are disbursed every year among the students of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. The applicants can apply online through the official website of Santoor Women’s Scholarship.
Eligibility: Girls from underprivileged & disadvantaged backgrounds who have passed Class 12 and enrolled in full-time graduate program in the current academic year are eligible. The students must be from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. Preference will be given to those students who come from backward districts.
Provider: Wipro Consumer Care and Wipro Cares
Award: A scholarship amount of ₹24,000 per annum till the completion of the degree program
Baba Gurbachan Singh Scholarship Scheme
Offered by Sant Nirankari Mandal, this means-based scholarship is meant for deserving and needy students who wish to continue and complete their education. This scholarship can be applied by submitting the application form through email or by post to the Education Department of Sant Nirankari Mandal.
Eligibility: The candidate must be pursuing a diploma in Engineering or a degree in B.A./B.A. (Hons), B.Com./B.Com (Hons), B-Pharma, D-Pharma, B.Ed, DElEd, B.Sc. in Hotel Management, BBA, BCA, M.Com, M.Sc., M.A., MCA, or a diploma/degree or training in any sport, instrumental, music/vocal music from a recognised institution in India. Candidates with 60% and above marks in Classes 10 & 12 are eligible to apply. The annual family income should not exceed ₹3,50,000, and candidates can be either regular or correspondent students.
Provider: Sant Nirankari Mission
Award: The selected students will receive annual financial assistance of ₹50,000 per student or the tuition fee or annual fee, whichever is less.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the special allowance under top-class education?
₹2,00,000 per annum (subject to actual amount). Special Allowances (related to types of disabilities like reader allowance, escort allowance, helper allowance, etc.) ₹5,000/- per annum.
What are the documents required for a pre-matric minority scholarship?
The pre-matric scholarships scheme for Minorities documents required is a domicile certificate for the respective state, a self-declaration of minority community certificate by the student, a self-attested copy of a previous academic mark sheet, and a copy of the Aadhar Enrollment/Aadhar Card.
What is the amount of post-matric scholarship for minorities?
Under this post-matric scholarship for minorities, students studying from Classes 11 to PhD are offered up to ₹10,000 annually to pursue higher education.
Which scholarship for VJNT Students?
Post Matric Scholarship to VJNT Students Maharashtra invites all eligible students to apply for this scholarship. The scholarship is offered by the Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra for the students belonging to the Vimukta Jatis and Nomadic Tribes.
What is the amount of Post matric scholarship for EBC students?
The selected candidates will receive ₹1,00,000 per annum under Post matric scholarship for EBC students.
What is Ishan Uday special scholarship scheme for NER?
Special Scholarship Scheme Ishan Uday for NER is an initiative for Class 12 passed students of the North-Eastern Region. The scholarship aims to promote higher education and increase GER (Gross Enrollment Ratio) in the North-Eastern Region. Under this program, 10,000 fresh scholarships are awarded every year.