Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed)
🏛️ Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of NCT of Delhi•📍 Delhi
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The previous application cycle (2025–26) closed on 31 March 2026. The upcoming 2026–27 cycle is expected to open soon. We will update the links here as soon as the official notification is released.
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About the Program
Guide to Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC college students in Delhi. Check eligibility rules, e-District portal registration, and maintenance allowances.
Benefits & Financial Support
Provides maintenance allowance ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹18,600 per year depending on the course and hosteller status.
Inclusions
Annual maintenance allowance ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹18,600 paid via DBT.
Reimburses course material and study expenses.
Important Note
Requires minimum 60% in previous examinations.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
Direct Answer: To qualify for Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed), applicants must be enrolled in Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma (SC, ST, OBC). Family annual income must be ≤ ₹2.0 Lakh/year.
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma
Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 60% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Based on SC/ST/OBC category status, securing 60%+ in previous qualifying exams, Delhi residency, and meeting income limits.
Renewal Policy
Required annually by uploading the previous year's passed marksheet and active college enrollment proof.
How to Apply Online
Direct Answer: Applications for Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed) must be submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned mandatory certificates, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Access Portal
Visit the e-District Delhi portal at [edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in](https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in).
- 2Log In
Create a citizen profile and log in.
- 3Select Service
Click "Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC College Students".
- 4Provide Documents
Upload scans of Caste, Income (< ₹2 Lakhs), and college bonafide.
- 5Submit
Submit online and verify with your college scholarship desk.
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Direct Answer: Key documents required for application include * Aadhaar Card, * Caste Certificate, * Income Certificate (< ₹2 Lakhs, though relaxable for SC/ST under merit), * College Bonafide and Fee Structure. Scans must be in PDF/JPEG format (under 200 KB).
Official Last Date & Timelines
Direct Answer: The official deadline for Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed) is 31 March 2026. Submit your application early to avoid last-minute portal server load.
Application Deadline
31 March 2026
Applications typically close in late March.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
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.
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