Alpsankhyak Post-Maitrik Chhaatravrtti Yojana

The Alpsankhyak Post-Maitrik Chhaatravrtti Yojana 2025, launched by the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to support economically weaker minority students pursuing post-secondary education. The scheme promotes inclusive education by reducing the financial burden on students from minority communities (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi) through scholarships for tuition fees and maintenance allowances.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• State: Madhya Pradesh
• Launched by: Higher Education Department, Govt. of MP
• Target Group: Minority community students (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Jain, etc.)
• Type: Post-Matric Scholarship
• Mode of Application: Online via National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
• Annual Income Limit: ₹2,00,000
• Minimum Academic Requirement: 50% marks in the last exam

Benefits

This scholarship is a significant step toward encouraging higher education participation among minority youth in Madhya Pradesh.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh
• Belong to a recognized minority community (as per Govt. of India)
• Must have passed the last qualifying exam with at least 50% marks
• Family’s annual income must not exceed ₹2,00,000
• Applicant must be enrolled in a recognized institution for post-matric studies

Application Process (Online via NSP)

Step-by-Step Registration:

1. Visit https://scholarships.gov.in

2. Click on “New Registration”

3. Read the instructions and proceed

4. Choose your Aadhaar authentication method, verify via OTP

5. Fill in basic details like:

   • Name, DOB, Gender, Mobile, Email

   • State and Scholarship Category

6. Submit and receive your Application ID

Step-by-Step Application:

1. Return to https://scholarships.gov.in

2. Click “Login” → “Fresh Application”

3. Enter your Application ID and Password

4. Fill the complete scholarship form

5. Upload required documents

6. Submit the application and download the confirmation

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Mark sheet of the previous exam
• Income Certificate from competent authority
• Address Proof
• Bank account passbook copy (student’s name)
• Passport-size photograph
• Mobile Number (linked to Aadhaar preferred)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the Alpasankhyak Post-Maitrik Chhaatravrtti Yojana?
  It is a scholarship scheme for minority students pursuing post-secondary education.
• What is the purpose of this scheme?
  Its purpose is to provide financial assistance to minority students to pursue higher education.
• What types of financial support does the scheme offer?
  It offers maintenance allowances and other educational expenses coverage.
• How much is the maintenance allowance for undergraduate and postgraduate hostel students?
  It is ₹570 per month for undergraduate and postgraduate hostel students.
• How much is the maintenance allowance for non-hostel undergraduate and postgraduate students?
  It is ₹300 per month for non-hostel undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• What is the maintenance allowance for M.Phil. and Ph.D. hostel students?
  It is ₹1200 per month for M.Phil. and Ph.D. hostel students.
• How much is the maintenance allowance for M.Phil. and Ph.D. non-hostel students?
  It is ₹550 per month for M.Phil. and Ph.D. non-hostel students.
• Is there any additional financial assistance provided under the scheme?
  Apart from maintenance allowances, the scheme may cover tuition fees and other incidental expenses.
• What documents are required during the application process?
  Aadhar card.
  Bank account statement.
  Mark sheet.
  Address proof.
  proof of income.
  proof of age.
  Passport-size photograph.
  mobile number.
• Can i apply offline?
  According to the guidelines, the form can be filled out only online.

Sources and References

• Guidelines