What is Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship
Are you a girl from a minority community? The government wants to help you finish school. This scholarship supports girls studying from class 9 to 12.
This is what nobody tells you. You can use this money to buy books, pay school fees, or buy a bicycle for school.
Who Can Apply
You must be a girl from a minority group. This means Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, or Jain.
You must be in class 9, 10, 11, or 12. Your family income must be less than ₹2 lakh a year.
Here is where people get confused. You must have scored at least 50% marks in your previous class to apply.
How Much Money You Get
Girls in class 9 and 10 get ₹5,000 every year. Girls in class 11 and 12 get ₹6,000 every year.
Most people miss this. The money comes straight to your bank account. The school does not take a cut.
Documents You Need
Keep these simple papers ready.
- Marksheet of the previous class
- Income certificate of parents
- Minority community certificate or self-declaration
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook
- School verification form
How to Apply — Step by Step
You apply online through the main scholarship portal.
- Go to the National Scholarship Portal.
- Create a new student account.
- Search for the Begum Hazrat Mahal scheme.
- Fill in your school and personal details.
- Upload the signed school form.
- Check everything and submit.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Do not skip linking your Aadhaar to your bank. If they are not linked, the transfer will fail.
Make sure your school principal signs and stamps your verification form clearly.
3 Questions Everyone Asks
Can boys apply for this?
No. This plan is strictly for minority girl students only.
Do I need a caste certificate?
No. A self-declaration of your minority religion is enough.
What if I get less than 50% marks?
You cannot apply this year. Work hard and try again next year.
Final Words
Education is your strongest tool. This money helps your parents support your dreams. Get your papers signed and apply online today.