State SchemeVerified for 2026
District Merit Scholarship (DMS) Kerala Renewal Process 2026
Renewal Guidelines & Conditions
Annual
Key Renewal Prerequisites
- Must pass the previous annual/semester examination in the first attempt.
- No active backlogs or ATKT are permitted in most professional programs.
- Must maintain regular class attendance (typically 75% or higher) validated by the college.
FAQs for District Merit Scholarship (DMS) Kerala
Q.Is DMS- District Merit Scholarship available for students of all the states?
No, the District Merit Scholarship popularly known as DMS Scholarship is one of the special scholarships offered to students who have a residence in Kerala. It came into place by the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Government of Kerala.[1]
Q.DMS- District Merit Scholarship is available for which courses?
It is available for students of Kerala who are pursuing higher education in VHSC, Polytechnic Courses, or ITI.[1]
Q.Can one edit the information that they have already saved?
Yes, the official authorities allow candidates to edit their details in the application form. But the candidates cannot do so once the application is verified by the institution.[1]
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline9447096580 / 9447069005