Scheme background and objectives in Kerala
- Administered by the Directorate of Minority Welfare, Government of Kerala.
- Encourages academic excellence and competitive spirit among notified religious minority students (Muslim, Christian, SIKH, Buddhist, Parsi, and Jain).
- Awards one-time financial merit scholarships to students who secure top grades in SSLC (Class 10), Plus Two (Class 12), and university degrees.
Academic eligibility criteria and award categories
- SSLC level: Minority students passing with full A+ grades in all subjects from Kerala state syllabus schools.
- Plus Two / Higher Secondary: Students securing full A+ in all subjects in the higher secondary board examinations.
- Graduation & Post-Graduation: Students securing at least 80% marks or equivalent CGPA in recognized university degree examinations.
- Financial criteria: Annual family income must not exceed the ceiling specified by the Directorate of Minority Welfare.
Online application and verification process
- Apply online through the Kerala Minority Welfare scholarship portal (dmp.kerala.gov.in).
- Submit academic marksheets, SSLC certificate, minority community declaration, income certificate, and student bank passbook details.
- Following institutional scrutiny by school/college principals, scholarship funds are disbursed directly into student bank accounts via DBT.
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Common questions
What is the Prof. Joseph Mundassery Scholarship in Kerala?
It is a merit award scheme for top-performing minority community students in Kerala.
Which communities are eligible for the scholarship?
Notified religious minority communities: Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis, and Jains.
What grade is required at the SSLC level to qualify?
Students must secure full A+ grades across all subjects in the SSLC examination.
What is the official portal for Kerala minority scholarships?
The official portal is dmp.kerala.gov.in.
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