Delhi University Financial Support Scheme (FSS)
University of Delhi (DU) · All India
| Scheme Name | Delhi University Financial Support Scheme (FSS) |
| Provided By | University of Delhi (DU) |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The Delhi University Financial Support Scheme (FSS) offers fee waivers of up to 100% (max ₹15,000) for full-time Department students with family income under ₹8 Lakhs.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹15k+
Provides a fee waiver up to 100% of the tuition fees (excluding exam and university fees) capped at ₹15,000/year for Category 1 (income <= 4L) and 50% waiver capped at ₹10,000/year for Category 2 (income 4L-8L).
Covers up to 100% fee waiver for general tuition fee components credited directly to student fee receipts.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Graduation |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Technology, Science, Arts, Commerce, Management, Law |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹8.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | All India |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Income Certificate issued after March 31, 2025
- ✓EWS/OBC-NCL Certificate if applicable
- ✓Copy of ITR for FY 2024-25
- ✓Bonafide Certificate from Department Head
- ✓Latest Fee Receipt
- ✓Marksheet of previous exam
- ✓Cancelled cheque/bank passbook copy
Selection Process
Based on family income tier (up to ₹8 Lakhs) and academic clearance (no Essential Repeat papers/arrears).
Renewal Policy
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Must apply fresh each year
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Continuous enrollment and passing all semester papers without Essential Repeat (ER) are required.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1
Visit the Dean Students Welfare (DSW) website (dsw.du.ac.in).
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Register and fill in the FSS online application.
- 3
Upload self-attested copies of the family income certificate, ITR, bonafide letter, and fee receipt.
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Submit and hand over physical copies to your Department Head for verification.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Are DU constituent college students eligible?
No, students of constituent colleges (like St. Stephen's, SRCC, LSR) are not eligible. It is strictly for students of DU Departments, Institutes, and Centers.
Are NCWEB and SOL students eligible?
No, students enrolled in NCWEB and School of Open Learning (SOL) are not covered under the FSS.
Is a notary-signed income certificate accepted?
No, the income certificate must be issued by a competent government authority (such as Tehsildar or SDM) after March 31 of the current financial year.
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