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Joseph Mundassery Scholarship 2025: Eligibility, Application Process, and Benefits for Kerala Students

Apply for Prof. Joseph Mundassery Scholarship Award, Department of Minority Welfare, Kerala

The Joseph Mundassery Scholarship, initiated by the Department of Minority Welfare, Government of Kerala, aims to provide financial assistance to students from economically disadvantaged minority communities. This scholarship supports students pursuing education at various levels, including SSLC, Plus Two, VHSE, undergraduate, and postgraduate courses

Eligibility Criteria for the Joseph Mundassery Scholarship

To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Kerala.

  • Community: Belong to minority communities such as Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, or Parsi.

  • Institution: Currently enrolled in a government or government-aided institution.

  • Income: Annual family income should not exceed ₹8,00,000.

  • Bank Account: Possess a personal bank account in a nationalized bank.

  • Academic Performance: Meet the minimum required marks for respective courses

Scholarship Amounts and Benefits

The scholarship provides financial assistance based on academic performance

  • SSLC Students: ₹10,000 for securing A+ in all subjects.

  • Undergraduate Students: ₹15,000 for securing 80% or more marks.

  • Postgraduate Students: ₹15,000 for securing 75% or more marks.

Required Documents for Application for Joseph Mundassery Scholarship

Applicants need to submit the following documents:

  • Aadhar Card

  • SSLC/Plus Two/VHSE Marksheet

  • Income Certificate

  • Community Certificate

  • Nativity Certificate

  • Ration Card (if applicable)

  • BPL Certificate (if applicable)

  • Bank Passbook (first page)

  • Passport-sized Photograph

  • Residential Certificate

  • Disability Certificate (if applicable)

Application Process for the Joseph Mundassery Scholarship

Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to the Department of Minority Welfare Scholarship Portal.

  2. Select the Scholarship: Click on ‘Prof. Joseph Mundassery Scholarship Award (PJMS)’.

  3. Register: Fill in personal details and create a login ID and password.

  4. Login: Access the application form using your credentials.

  5. Fill Application: Enter required details and upload necessary documents.

  6. Submit: Review and submit the application.

  7. Print: Take a printout of the application for future reference.

Important Dates

  • Application Start Date 2024: 29 November 2024

  • Application Deadline 2025: 7 January 2025

  • Application Start Date 2025: 9 November 2025

  • Application Deadline: 2 January 2026

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A2: The last date to apply is 7 January 2025.

A3: The scholarship amount is directly credited to the student’s bank account.

A4: No, only students from government or government-aided institutions are eligible.

The Joseph Mundassery Scholarship is open to Kerala residents from minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi) with an annual family income not exceeding ₹8,00,000, enrolled in government or government-aided institutions.