State SchemeVerified for 2026
Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed) Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
31 March 2026
Applications typically June - March via e-District
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed)
Q.What is the eligibility for minimum marks?
Students should not have less than 60% marks in previous academic year.[2]
Q.Is family income limit applicable to all categories?
Family income is not applicable for SC/ST students. For OBC students, family income ceiling is Rs. 3.00 Lakh per annum and income certificate is required.[2]
Q.What documents are required?
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) issued by SDM/Deputy Commissioner (Revenue), GNCTD. Domicile Certificate of Delhi if caste certificate not from GNCTD. Income certificate for OBC. Affidavit for gap up to 3 years.[2]
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline011-23379511; dscstschscheme.delhi@gov.in