Maulana Azad National Fellowship For Minority Students
✓ Information verified — June 2026Maulana Azad National Fellowship For Minority Students was launched in 2009 by the Ministry of Minority Affairs for providing financial aid to students for their higher studies.
What You Get
- Monthly financial assistance to support living expenses during studies
- Coverage for tuition fees and course-related costs
- Support for research and thesis work
- Access to higher education opportunities at universities and research institutions
Who Can Apply
- Age: 21–100 years
- Must belong to one of the seven minority communities recognized by the Constitution of India
- Must be enrolled in a Master's degree program or pursuing doctoral studies
- Should have obtained at least 55% marks in the qualifying examination
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Income limit may apply (details available from the ministry)
- Open to students across all states in India
Documents Needed
0/7 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Income Certificate
- 3. University Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Minority Community Certificate
- 5. Mark Sheet
- 6. Bank Account Details
- 7. Passport or Birth Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Minority Affairs
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 21–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/manfNodal Ministry
Ministry Of Minority Affairs
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