Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Post-Matric Scholarship for Students with Disabilities (DEPwD) Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Based on fulfillment of disability (40%+) and family income limit (<= ₹2.5L) criteria.
Verification Flow
1
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
2
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
3
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
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