Scheme started:- May 3, 2003 (From 2021-22, this scheme is implemented by the Directorate, Schemes for religious minority girls from 9th to 12th standard).
Area: - Eligible female students from minority communities studying in class 9th to 12th in all government-approved aided/unaided/self-financed schools of all managements.
Beneficiaries: - All girls from minority communities studying in classes 9th to 12th.
Benefits:- Girls of class 9th and class 10th are given an annual scholarship of Rs. 5000/- and girls of class 11th and class 12th are given an annual scholarship of Rs. 6000/-.
How to apply:- The scheme is implemented through the Central Government's website www.scholarship.gov.in .