Introduction
Have you ever thought about how difficult it is to continue studying when you don’t have enough money for books, transportation, or uniforms? 📄I’ve wondered what would happen if many young people didn’t have the financial support to continue in school. That’s why today I want to tell you all about the Benito Juárez Scholarship , a program that awards 1,900 pesos every two months to high school students in Mexico, but requires specific eligibility requirements.
📄What is the Benito Juárez Scholarship?
The Benito Juárez Universal Scholarship for Upper Secondary Education is a social program of the Mexican government that seeks to ensure that young people do not drop out of school due to lack of financial resources.
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⭐ Support amount: 1,900 pesos every two months.
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📅 Duration: 10 months of the school year (not including July and August).
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🏦 Payment method: Banco del Bienestar card.
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🎯 Objective: to prevent school dropouts and support families in vulnerable situations.
According to the National Coordination of Benito Juárez Welfare Scholarships (CNBBBJ) , more than 4 million students across the country are expected to benefit by 2025.
To qualify for the 2025 Benito Juárez Scholarship , students must be enrolled in public high schools, not receive another similar federal scholarship, and present documents such as a birth certificate, CURP (Currency Program), and proof of school attendance. Minors must attach identification, CURP (Currency Program), and proof of address from their guardian. Registration will be open from February 5th to 28th.
👩🎓Main requirements to obtain the scholarship
To access support, it is essential to meet the following conditions:
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📄 Be enrolled in a public high school, technical professional high school, or its equivalent.
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⭐ Not receive another federal scholarship for the same educational objective.
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🏫 Maintain accurate and current school data reported by the educational institution.
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📑 Complete the online registration within the official period.
👉It’s important to clarify that the scholarship is compatible with state, private, or local support for a different purpose, such as excellence, sports, or mobility scholarships.
📄Mandatory documents for registration
During the registration process, students must gather and upload the following documents to the official platform:
For the student
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📄 Birth certificate .
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⭐ Updated CURP .
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👩🎓 Current proof of studies (certificate, report card or school ID).
For father, mother or guardian (if the student is a minor)
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👤 Valid official identification (INE or passport).
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📄 CURP of the guardian .
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🏠 Proof of address no older than six months.
📝Registration dates 2025
Registration will be open from February 5 to 28, 2025, on the official website www.gob.mx/becasbenitojuarez .
Students must:
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Fill out the online form .
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Upload your scanned documents.
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Confirm personal and school information.
🔎How to verify if you are a beneficiary
After completing the registration, the CNBBBJ makes available the digital tool “Status Finder” .
To use it you need:
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Enter the CURP .
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Check if the status appears as “Active” , which confirms the approval.
👉You can also find guides and clear explanations at buscadorestatus.com , a site with all the practical information about the program.
📊Payment schedule 2025
Scholarship deposits are made according to an official schedule . In 2025, the first Banco del Bienestar card payments will be made between April 28 and May 2 .
Each school year considers five bimonthly payments , with the exception of the summer vacation period.
⭐Social importance of the program
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More than 4 million students will benefit by 2025 .
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Federal investment of billions of pesos annually.
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Reduction of the school dropout rate in rural and urban areas.
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Guaranteed access to young people in school or mixed mode .
👤Tips for a successful registration
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📄 Check your documents ahead of time to avoid errors.
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⭐ Make sure your school information matches your personal information.
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🏠 Keep your proof of address up to date .
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👩🎓 Consult official sources and buscadorestatus.com to avoid fraud.
⭐Conclusion
The Benito Juárez Scholarship is one of the most important grants for high school students in Mexico. To qualify for the 1,900 pesos bimonthly scholarship , students must meet clear requirements: be enrolled in public schools, not receive another similar federal scholarship, and submit the required documents in a timely manner.
Following each step accurately is key to ensuring registration and receiving timely support throughout the school year.