Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions)
The scheme provides monthly financial aid to SC/ST/OBC/Minority students pursuing higher education. Benefits include scholarships for hostellers and day scholars, with eligibility based on academic performance and income criteria.
About the Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions) Scheme
Launched by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of NCT of Delhi, the scheme "Merit Scholarship to SC/ST/OBC/Minority students studying in recognised Colleges/Professional/Technical Institutions" aims to provide financial assistance to students from marginalized communities pursuing higher education in recognized institutions. The scheme offers monthly scholarships to hostellers and day scholars based on their course of study, with amounts ranging from ₹420/- to ₹1,860/- per month. Eligible students must have secured at least 60% marks in the previous academic year. Family income limits apply only to OBC and Minority students. The scheme is implemented by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of NCT of Delhi.
Benefits
> Course of Study Group-A
- Degree courses in medical/engineering/B.Sc. (Agri)/Veterinary Science/Forensic Science/Higher Technical and professional studies, and degree-level courses in Indian medicine (B.A.M.S. and comparable courses in Ayurvedic, Unani/Tibbia, and Homeopathy systems of Medicine): Hostellers: ₹1,620/- per month for 12 months; Day Scholars: ₹900/- per month for 12 months.
- For Postgraduate courses in the above fields and other technical/professional courses: Hostellers: ₹1,860/- per month for 12 months; Day Scholars: ₹960/- per month for 12 months.
> Course of Study Group-B
- Diploma-level courses in Indian medicine, engineering, technology, architecture, and other vocational courses, as well as postgraduate courses in science subjects: Hostellers: ₹1,110/- per month for 12 months; Day Scholars: ₹720/- per month for 12 months.
> Course of Study Group-C
- Certificate courses in engineering, technology, architecture, medicine, and other vocational courses (minimum duration of one year): Hostellers: ₹930/- per month for 12 months; Day Scholars: ₹630/- per month for 12 months.
> Course of Study Group-D
- General courses up to graduate level: Hostellers: ₹804/- per month for 12 months; Day Scholars: ₹420/- per month for 12 months.
Postgraduate studies in Arts, Commerce, and other subjects: Hostellers: ₹930/- per month for 12 months; Day Scholars: ₹630/- per month for 12 months.
> Conditions for Disbursement
- The scholarship amount will be reduced to 50% if a student fails the annual examination but continues studies, except in cases of medical grounds or natural calamities.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a resident of Delhi.
- The applicant should belong to the SC/ST/OBC/Minority category.
- The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized school, college, or institution in India.
- The applicant should be a student.
- The applicant should have secured a 60% or above marks in the previous examination.
- If the applicant is from OBC/Minority Community, his/her annual family income should not exceed ₹2,00,000/-.
How to Apply for Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions)
Application mode: Online
> Registration
Step 1: Visit the e-District Portal of the Govt. of NCT of Delhi.
Step 2: On the top right corner of the homepage, click “Login/Register”, then click “Register". You will be taken to the "Citizen Registration Form". Carefully read the “Guidelines for Online Registration” provided at the bottom of the page.
Step 3: In the Citizen Registration Form, select "Aadhaar Card" as the Document Type, and provide the Aadhaar Number. Fill in the captcha code and click “Continue”.
Step 4: On the next page, fill in all the mandatory fields. If required, verify your Email ID and Mobile Number via OTP. Enter the Captcha code and click “Continue to Register”. You will receive your Login ID and Password on the Mobile Number/Email Address provided during the registration.
> Application
Step 1: Visit the e-District Portal of the Govt. of NCT of Delhi.
Step 2: On the top right corner of the homepage, click “Login/Register”, you will be taken to the “Citizen Login Form”
Step 3: Provide your Login ID and Password, enter the Captcha code and click “Login”.
Step 4: Go to the home page and click “Apply Service”. Navigate to the scheme that you intend to apply for. Click on the name of the scheme. You will be taken to the scheme's online application form.
Step 5: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size. Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections. Acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions and/or declaration (if any), then click "Finish”.
Step 6: An OTP will be received on the registered mobile number. Provide the OTP and click “Submit”. An acknowledgement of successful submission shall be sent over Email/SMS/Both.
> Track Application Status
Step 1: Visit the "Track Your Application" page.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields. Enter the Captcha Code, and click "Submit".
Your current application status will be displayed.
Exclusions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions) scheme?
Launched by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of NCT of Delhi, the scheme "Merit Scholarship to SC/ST/OBC/Minority students studying in recognised Colleges/Professional/Technical Institutions" aims to provide financial assistance to students from…
Who is eligible for Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions)?
The applicant should be a resident of Delhi. The applicant should belong to the SC/ST/OBC/Minority category. The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized school, college, or institution in India. The applicant should be a student. The applicant should have secured a 60% or above marks in the pr…
What benefits does Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions) provide?
Course of Study Group-A Degree courses in medical/engineering/B.Sc. (Agri)/Veterinary Science/Forensic Science/Higher Technical and professional studies, and degree-level courses in Indian medicine (B.A.M.S. and comparable courses in Ayurvedic, Unani/Tibbia, and Homeopathy systems of Medicine): Hos…
How can I apply for Scholarship/Merit Scholarship Schools SC/ST/OBC/Min (Studying in College/Technical/ Professional Institutions)?
Registration Step 1: Visit the e-District Portal of the Govt. of NCT of Delhi. Step 2: On the top right corner of the homepage, click “Login/Register”, then click “Register". You will be taken to the "Citizen Registration Form". Carefully read the “Guidelines for Online Registration”…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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