Maulana Azad National Fellowship for Minority Students
The Maulana Azad National Fellowship (MANF) was launched by the Ministry of Minority Affairs to provide integrated five-year fellowships in the form of financial assistance to students from six notified minority communities: Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Parsi, and Sikh. The scheme aims to support students pursuing higher education such as regular and full-time M.Phil and Ph.D. degrees in Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The fellowship is implemented through the University Grants Commission (UGC) and serves to bridge the gap in higher education participation among minority groups. It covers research fellow stipends and contingency grants. Note that the Ministry announced in December 2022 that the scheme would be overlapping with other fellowships and discontinued for new applicants, though existing fellows continue to receive disbursement.
Eligibility
- • Target: student
- • Category: Education
- • State: All India
Documents required
- ☐ Minority Community Certificate
- ☐ Post-graduation mark sheet
- ☐ Admission letter for M.Phil/Ph.D.
- ☐ BPL Card (if applicable)
- ☐ Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- ☐ Aadhar Card
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Maulana Azad National Fellowship for Minority Students?
Targeted at students in All India under the Education category. Verify full eligibility on the official portal before applying.
What is the benefit amount?
Up to ₹35,000 per month plus contingency grants
How do I apply?
Apply directly on the official government portal linked above. YojanaRadar never charges to apply for any government scheme.
Is the deadline fixed?
Rolling applications. Confirm on the official portal.