State SchemeVerified for 2026
Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed) Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Based on SC/ST/OBC category status, securing 60%+ in previous qualifying exams, Delhi residency, and meeting income limits.
Verification Flow
1
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
2
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
3
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed)
Q.What is the family income limit for OBC college students?
The annual family income ceiling is ₹2 Lakhs for OBC students.
Q.Can PG students apply?
Yes, postgraduate and diploma course students are covered under this scheme.
Q.How is the scholarship paid?
Disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline011-23379512, support.edistrict@delhi.gov.in