The Margadeepam Scholarship provisional list is a critical stage in the scholarship process where applicants can check their selection status. This page provides detailed information on how to check the provisional list, understand your status, and what steps to take next based on your selection outcome.
Understanding the Provisional List
The provisional list is a preliminary selection of candidates who are eligible for the Margadeepam Scholarship based on their application details and the selection criteria. Here's what you need to know:
Selected
If your name appears in the provisional list, you have been preliminarily selected for the scholarship. However, this selection is subject to verification and may change if any discrepancies are found in your application or if successful objections are raised.
Waitlisted
If you are on the waitlist, you may be considered for the scholarship if any of the selected candidates are disqualified during verification or if additional funds become available. Keep checking the website for updates on your status.
Not Selected
If your application is not included in the provisional list, you can check the reason for rejection by logging into your account. Common reasons include incomplete applications, missing documents, or not meeting eligibility criteria.
How to Check the Provisional List
There are multiple ways to check if your name is included in the Margadeepam Scholarship provisional list:
- Online Portal
- Visit the official Margadeepam website at https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in/provisional_list
- Enter your application number or Aadhaar number in the search box
- Click on "Search" to view your status
- School Notice Board
- Many schools display the provisional list on their notice boards
- Check with your school administration for updates
- District Minority Welfare Office
- Visit your district's Minority Welfare Office
- Provide your application number for status verification
- SMS Notification
- If you've registered your mobile number, you may receive an SMS notification about your selection status
- Ensure your contact information is up-to-date in the system
Online Objection
- Log in to your Margadeepam account at https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in
- Navigate to the "Objection" section
- Select the reason for your objection from the dropdown menu
- Provide relevant details and supporting documents
- Submit your objection before the deadline (November 30, 2025)
Offline Objection
- Download the objection form from the official website or collect it from your school
- Fill in all required details and attach supporting documents
- Submit the form to your school principal or directly to the District Minority Welfare Office
- Ensure you receive an acknowledgment receipt
Final Selection List
After the objection period ends, the scholarship committee reviews all objections and prepares the final selection list. Key points about the final list:
- Publication Date: The final list will be published on December 15, 2025
- Access Method: Same as the provisional list - website, schools, district offices
- Selection Confirmation: Selected candidates will receive an official confirmation via SMS/email
- No Further Appeals: The decision in the final list is conclusive, and no further objections will be entertained
After Selection: Next Steps
If your name appears in the final selection list, follow these steps to complete the scholarship process:
- Bank Account Verification
- Ensure your bank account details are correct in the system
- The account should be in your name and active
- Check that it is properly linked to your Aadhaar number
- Document Verification
- Some selected candidates may be asked for physical verification of original documents
- Be prepared to present original documents if requested
- Fund Receipt
- Scholarship funds will be directly transferred to your bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer)
- Expected disbursement period: January 2026
- Monitor your bank account regularly during this period
- Utilization Certificate
- Some scholarship recipients may be required to submit a utilization certificate
- This certificate confirms that the scholarship amount was used for educational purposes
- If required, submit this through your educational institution
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What happens if I find my name in the provisional list but not in the final list?
This can happen if your application was found to have discrepancies during the verification process, or if valid objections were raised against your selection. You can contact the District Minority Welfare Office for specific reasons.
Can I apply for reconsideration if I miss the objection period?
No, objections are only considered during the designated objection period. It's crucial to monitor the provisional list publication and submit any objections before the deadline.
How many students are typically selected for the Margadeepam Scholarship?
The number varies each year based on the available budget and the number of eligible applicants. For the 2025-26 academic year, approximately 25,000 students will be selected across Kerala.
If I'm waitlisted, what are my chances of getting the scholarship?
Waitlisted candidates may be considered if selected candidates are disqualified or if additional funds become available. While there's no guarantee, approximately 10-15% of waitlisted candidates typically receive the scholarship.
Can I check someone else's status on the provisional list?
Yes, the provisional list is public, and you can search for any applicant using their application number or name. However, detailed information is only visible to the applicant through their personal login.
What is the scholarship amount for 2025-26?
The scholarship amount varies by grade level:
- Classes 1-5: ₹1,000 per annum
- Classes 6-10: ₹5,000 per annum
- Higher Secondary: ₹8,000 per annum
- Undergraduate: ₹10,000 per annum
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
| Check Provisional List | https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in/provisional_list |
| Student Login | https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in/ |
| Download Objection Form | https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in/ |
| Contact District Offices | https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in/ |
| Eligibility Criteria | https://margadeepam.kerala.gov.in/ |