Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (DEPwD) Income Limit 2026
Maximum Annual Family Income
₹2,50,000 per annum
Income Verification Rules
Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
- Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.
FAQs for Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (DEPwD)
Q.What is the minimum percentage of disability required?
The student must have a benchmark disability of 40% or more, certified by a competent medical authority.
Q.What is the family income limit?
The annual income of the parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakh.
Q.Is this scholarship open to both school and college students?
Yes, it covers Class 11, 12, ITI, Polytechnic, UG, PG, Diploma, and PhD courses.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800-599-0019, helpdesk@nsp.gov.in