State SchemeVerified for 2026

Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed) Income Limit 2026

Maximum Annual Family Income

₹2,00,000 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 Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC Students (Higher Ed)

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.