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Minority Scholarship Scheme for Class 1 to 10

The scheme aims to provide scholarships to students belonging to minority communities who are studying in Classes 1 to 10 in any recognized government/non-government educational institution in Uttarakhand.

Authority

State

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

At present, the State Government provides the following monthly scholarships for students from Class 1 to 10: | - Class 1 to 5: ₹50/-- Class 6 to 8: ₹80/-- Class 9 to 10: ₹120/-

Who can apply

The applicant must belong to a minority community (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Parsi, Buddhist, or Jain).; The applicant must be studying in Classes 1 to 10.; The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized government/non-government educational institution in the state of Uttarakhand.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who can apply for this scholarship?

Students belonging to minority communities, studying in Classes 1 to 10 in recognized educational institutions of Uttarakhand, are eligible to apply.

What are the scholarship amounts provided under this scheme?

The monthly scholarship amounts are as follows: Class 1 to 5 – ₹50, Class 6 to 8 – ₹80, and Class 9 to 10 – ₹120.

How can a student register for the scholarship?

Students can register anytime through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP 2.0) at www.scholarships.gov.in using their Aadhaar number and an Aadhaar-linked mobile number.

What information is required during registration?

During registration, students must provide basic details such as their name, parents’ names, educational qualifications, and other personal information.

How will students know when to apply for the scholarship?

The department publishes advertisements in newspapers and on the National Scholarship Portal inviting applications within a specified period.

Do students need to submit physical copies of documents?

Yes, along with online submission, students must submit offline copies of documents to their school or institution for verification.

How is the scholarship payment made?

Once the application and documents are verified and eligibility is confirmed, the scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Is Aadhaar mandatory to apply for this scholarship?

Yes, students must have an Aadhaar number, and their bank account should be linked to Aadhaar.