About the Program
Mother Teresa Scholarship (MTS), Kerala 2026 is an initiative of the Department of Minority Welfare, Government of Kerala, for students belonging to minority religious communities of the state and pursuing a diploma in nursing and paramedical courses from a government, government-aided, and government-recognised private institution. This scheme aims to support higher education of students belonging to the minority communities. The selected students will receive an award of ₹15,000 per annum.
Source: Directorate of Minority Welfare, Kerala
What is the Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must:
- be domiciled in Kerala
- belong to the Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, and Jain communities
- have enrolled in nursing or paramedical courses
- must have secured 45% marks or more in the qualifying examination
- have annual family income less than ₹8,00,000 from all sources (if belongs to the Above Poverty Line category)
- have a bank account in their own name
Note:- Preference will be given to the BPL (Below Poverty Line) category.
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: Click on the link given below the ‘How to Apply’ tab.
Step 4: Click on the ‘Register’ and then ‘Student Registration’.
Step 5: Fill in all the required details and click on the ‘Register’ button.
Step 6: Login with your credentials under the ‘Login’, then the ‘Student Login button, and proceed with your application.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 20th January 2026
Benefits
The selected students will receive an award of ₹15,000 per annum.
Required Documents
- Printout of the applicant registration form
- Copy of Aadhaar
- Community certificate/minority certificate
- Nativity certificate.
- An income certificate issued by the village officer.
- Mark sheets (SSLC, plus two / qualifying exam).
- Allotment memo, admission proof (for nursing / paramedical, diploma).
- Front page of Bank passbook (showing name, account number, branch, IFSC).
- Ration card
Selection Criteria
The applicants will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
More Details about this Scholarship
- The Head of the Institution will verify the documents submitted by the applicant.
- Application Submission for Self-Help Institutions: Applications from self-help institutions should be forwarded to the Directorate of Minority Welfare at the specified address.
- Online Verification: Online verification and approval of applications will be conducted at the respective institutions (Government/Aided).
- 50% of the scholarships are reserved for females.
Contact Details
Directorate of Minority Welfare, Kerala
4th Floor, Vikas Bhavan,
Thiruvananthapuram – 695033
Email ID: scholarship.mwd@gmail.com | Phone Number: 0471-2300524 and 2302090
FAQ for this Scholarship
Question: Who is eligible for the Mother Teresa Scholarship (MTS), Kerala 2026?
Answer: The domicile students of Kerala pursuing a diploma in nursing or a paramedical course are eligible for this scholarship.
Question: Who is offering the Mother Teresa Scholarship (MTS), Kerala 2026?
Answer: The Directorate of Minority Welfare, Kerala, is offering this scholarship.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Mother Teresa Scholarship (MTS), Kerala 2026?
Answer: The last date to apply for the scholarship is 09 January 2026.
Question: How much is an award worth?
Answer: The award is worth ₹15,000 per annum.
Question: Is there any application fee??
Answer: No, there is no application fee.
Offered by
The Directorate of Minority Welfare, Kerala, is offering this scholarship.
