Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship for Minority Girls

Ministry Of Minority Affairs

Published 18 September 2026

In short

This scholarship gives minority community girl students in Class IX-XII an annual amount of Rs 5,000-6,000 for family income up to Rs 2 lakh, administered by the Maulana Azad Education Foundation to support secondary school completion.

Key facts

Offered by: Ministry Of Minority Affairs
Amount: Rs 5,000 to Rs 6,000 per annum depending on the class, credited directly to the student's bank account.
Income limit: Rs 2 lakh per annum
Last date: Check Maulana Azad Education Foundation for annual dates

Meritorious girl students from notified minority communities studying in Class IX to XII get an annual scholarship to support continuation of secondary and senior secondary education, administered by the Maulana Azad Education Foundation on behalf of the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

The scholarship targets girls from economically weaker minority households who have performed reasonably well academically, aiming to reduce dropout at the secondary level.

Who is eligible

Girl students from notified minority communities studying in Class IX to XII
Minimum 50% marks in the previous qualifying examination
Family income up to Rs 2 lakh per annum

Documents you need

Minority certificate/self-declaration, income certificate, previous marksheet, Aadhaar card, bank account details.

Frequently asked questions

Who administers the Begum Hazrat Mahal Scholarship?

The Maulana Azad Education Foundation, on behalf of the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

What is the income limit for this scholarship?

Family income should not exceed Rs 2 lakh per annum.

Which classes are covered under this scholarship?

Girl students studying in Class IX, X, XI and XII from notified minority communities.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.