About the Program
The JMI Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship 2024-25 is offered by Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. This scholarship is a prestigious financial award designed to support students from economically weaker sections pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate full-time regular courses. Selected candidates will receive a fee reimbursement of ₹10,000 per academic year.
Source: jmi.ac.in
What is the Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must:
- be a citizen of India
- be a bona fide student of Jamia Millia Islamia enrolled in an undergraduate/postgraduate full-time regular course
- have at least 75% attendance
- have passed either the class 12 examination (for undergraduate students) OR an undergraduate degree (for postgraduate students)
- be from an economically weaker section with family income not exceeding ₹2,00,000 per annum
- have good conduct and satisfactory academic performance
Note:
- This scheme is not available for students of self-financed courses.
- Female students will be given preference, with at least 50% of total scholarships reserved for them.
- Students who have been awarded this scholarship are entitled to receive a stipend or financial assistance from other sources, but must immediately inform the Dean, Students' Welfare if they receive such assistance.
- No student shall be allowed to avail more than one scholarship from Jamia.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Download the application form.
Step 4: Fill in the application form in the prescribed format with all required details.
Step 5: Get the application forwarded by the Dean of Faculty/Head of Department/Director of Centre.
Step 6: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
Step 7: Submit the completed application to the Scholarship Section.
Office of the Dean, Students' Welfare,
JMI (Dr. M. A. Ansari Auditorium) by January 25, 2026.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 25th January 2026
Benefits
The selected students will receive a fee reimbursement of ₹10,000 per academic per annum.
Note: Students must apply afresh for continuation of the scholarship.
Required Documents
- Application forwarded by the Dean of Faculty/Head of Department/Director of Centre
- A write-up on justification for getting a scholarship (not more than 300 words)
- Identity card issued by the University (2024-25)
- Annual Fee slip (2024-25)
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate of Parents
- Death Certificate of Father/Mother ( if applicable)
- Mark-sheet of last examination passed (2023-24)
- Bank Details (Name, A/C No., IFSC Code)
Selection Criteria
Candidates will be selected based on eligibility criteria.
More Details about this Scholarship
- Scholarship is available only for full-time regular undergraduate/postgraduate courses.
- Not available for students of self-financed courses.
- Scholarship is granted for one academic year and may be extended subject to satisfactory performance.
Contact Details
Jamia Millia Islamia
Jamia Nagar, New Delhi-110025, India
Contact Number: +91(11)26981717, 26984617, 26984658, 26988044, 26987183
FAQ for this Scholarship
Question: Who is offering the JMI Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship 2024-25?
Answer: Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi, is offering this opportunity.
Question: How much is the scholarship worth?
Answer: The scholarship provides fee reimbursement of ₹10,000 per academic year.
Question: Who is eligible for the JMI Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship 2024-25?
Answer: Indian citizens enrolled in full-time regular undergraduate/postgraduate courses at JMI from economically weaker sections with at least 75% attendance and good conduct are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship 2024-25?
Answer: The last date to apply for the scholarship is 25 January 2026.
Question: Are female students given any preference?
Answer: Yes, female students are given preference, with at least 50% of the total scholarships reserved for them.
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Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi, is offering this opportunity.