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Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Professional & Technical Courses (CS) — UG/PG

Government of India

Applications Open
INR 2,000 - 1,00,000
Deadline: Sunday, 22 November 2026
3 years
Government

About This Scholarship

The Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Professional and Technical Courses is a Central Government scholarship aimed at supporting students from minority communities pursuing higher education. It is awarded based on a combination of academic merit and financial need, helping students enroll in undergraduate and postgraduate professional courses.

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Minority Affairs and disbursed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). It provides financial assistance covering both course fees and maintenance allowance. The scholarship promotes inclusive education by enabling students from economically weaker minority backgrounds to access quality higher education.

Provider

Government of India

Type

Need-based

Level

Undergraduate

Duration

3 years

3 years

Duration

Tution Fees, Maintenance Allowance

Coverage

Eligibility Criteria

Check the basic eligibility requirements below, including marks, income limits, and category conditions for this scholarship.

Minimum Marks

50%

Income Limit

₹2,50,000 p.a.

Age Limit

Up to 25 years

Eligible Categories

MinorityPwD Minority
Eligible for persons with disabilities

Scholarship Benefits

Financial Support

INR 2,000 - 1,00,000

Disbursement: Annual

What's Covered

Course fee reimbursement (up to ₹20,000–₹1,00,000 cap depending on course)

Maintenance allowance (hosteller/day scholar)

Support for professional and technical courses

Direct transfer to student account

How to Apply

Application Guide

Ensure valid minority certificate before applying

Upload correct income certificate (latest financial year)

Double-check course eligibility (professional/technical only)

Apply early to avoid verification rejection

Application Steps

Register on National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)

Select Merit Cum Means Scholarship scheme

Fill application details

Upload documents and submit

Selection Process

Based on merit (minimum 50%) + income criteria

Preference to lower income applicants

State-wise allocation of scholarships

Verification by institute and authorities

Documents Required

10/12th Marksheet
Income Certificate
Minority Certificate
Aadhar
Bank Passbook
Admission Proof

Important Dates

Announcement Date

Wednesday, 06 May 2026

Date passed

Application Start

Thursday, 02 July 2026

Date passed

Application End

Saturday, 31 October 2026

Application Deadline

Sunday, 22 November 2026

Result Date

Wednesday, 20 January 2027