A resident of Ambattur, Veeraragavan, has applauded the Chennai Corporation's dThis scholarship provides financial assistance for education to girls in grades 9-12 from minority communities in India. It offers Rs. 5,000 per year to students in grades 9 and 10, and Rs. 6,000 per year to students in grades 11 and 12. Applications are accepted in September each year.

The Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship

The Begum Hazrat Mahal National Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for girls in grades 9-12 belonging to minority communities in India. Established in 2003, this scholarship has empowered over 8 lakh girls to pursue their education.

Eligibility:

• Open to female students from Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi communities.
• Students must be in grades 9, 10, 11, or 12.
• The annual family income must be below Rs. 2 lakhs.
• Only two girls per family can receive the scholarship.
• Selection is primarily based on academic merit.

Benefits:

• Rs. 5,000 per year for students in grades 9 and 10.
• Rs. 6,000 per year for students in grades 11 and 12.

Application:

• Applications are open in September each year.