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NSP Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Professional Courses
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Total Benefit Amount
Up to ₹20,000 per year reimbursement
Important Note: Ensure all documents are scanned clearly and your profile is 100% complete before submission. Early applications are highly recommended to avoid portal overload.
Overview
Ministry of Minority Affairs central scheme supporting professional and technical graduation for minority candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
- Indian National.
- Belongs to Minority community (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi).
- Enrolled in regular professional UG/PG degree (Engineering, Medical, Law, etc.).
- Parental annual income less than ₹2.5 Lakhs.
- Scored minimum 50% marks in Class 12 board exam.
Detailed Benefits
Full or partial reimbursement of course fee (₹20,000 max) + monthly maintenance allowances.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Minority Self-Declaration
- Class 12th / UG mark sheet
- Parent's Income Proof Certificate
- College Fee Structure & Admission Receipt
Application Start
02 Jun 2025
Application Deadline
15 Dec 2026
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