The Delhi government has officially invited applications for various scholarship schemes for students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories for the academic year 2025-26. As per an official notice released on April 6, 2026, eligible students studying in recognized schools, colleges, and universities in Delhi can apply online through the e-district portal.
The last date to submit applications is April 30, 2026. Benefits include tuition fee reimbursement, merit scholarships up to ₹24,000 per annum, and financial support for studying abroad up to ₹20 lakh.
Scheme-wise Benefits & Vacancy Details
Unlike a recruitment drive, these scholarships have no fixed “vacancies” but are open to all eligible students. However, the key financial provisions are as follows:
| Scheme Name | Applicable For | Financial Benefit | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fee Reimbursement | Classes 1 to 12 in recognized Delhi schools | Full reimbursement of tuition & other compulsory fees | Family income ≤ ₹3 lakh/year; Satisfactory attendance & academic performance |
| Merit Scholarship | Professional/Technical/Higher Education courses | ₹8,000 to ₹24,000 per annum (depending on course & hosteller/day scholar status) | Minimum 60% marks in previous academic year |
| Dr B R Ambedkar State Topper Award | University students (all disciplines) | ₹25,000 one-time award | Topper from SC/ST/OBC category in each discipline across Delhi universities |
| Mukhyamantri Vidyarthi Pratibha Yojana | Classes 9 to 12 | ₹5,000/yr (Classes 9-10); ₹10,000/yr (Classes 11-12) | Subject to income & academic criteria |
| Financial Support for Abroad Studies | SC students for Master’s & PhD abroad | Up to ₹5 lakh/yr (Max ₹10 lakh for Master’s; ₹20 lakh for PhD) | Subject to income limits & age criteria |
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Eligibility Criteria for Delhi Govt Scholarship 2025-26
To apply for these scholarships, students must meet the following general conditions. Please check the specific scheme for additional requirements.
Residency: Student must be studying in a recognized school, college, or university located in Delhi.
Category: Must belong to SC, ST, or OBC category (valid certificate required).
Income Limit: Varies by scheme. For fee reimbursement, family annual income must be up to ₹3 lakh. For other schemes, refer to the notification.
Academic Performance: For the merit scholarship (₹8,000-₹24,000), a minimum of 60% marks in the previous academic year is mandatory.
How to Apply Online for Delhi Govt Scholarship 2025-26
Eligible students can follow these simple steps to submit their applications before the April 30 deadline.
Step 1: Visit the official e-district portal of Delhi: edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in.
Step 2: Register as a new user if you haven’t already, or log in with your existing credentials.
Step 3: On the dashboard, search for “Scholarship Schemes” under the Department for Welfare of SC/ST/OBC.
Step 4: Select the relevant scheme (e.g., Fee Reimbursement, Merit Scholarship, etc.).
Step 5: Fill in all required details carefully – personal information, educational qualifications, income details, and bank account details (for direct benefit transfer).
Step 6: Upload scanned copies of required documents (passport-size photograph, signature, caste certificate, income certificate, previous year’s marksheet, fee receipt, etc.).
Step 7: Review the application form carefully before final submission.
Step 8: Submit the form and download a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required for Delhi Govt Scholarship 2025-26
Candidates should keep the following documents ready in digital format (PDF/JPEG) before starting the online application:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) issued by competent authority
- Income certificate of parents/guardian (issued within last 1 year)
- Marksheet of previous academic year
- Fee receipt from school/college/institution
- Bank passbook (first page showing account holder name, account number, IFSC code)
- Aadhaar card (for identity verification)
- Domicile certificate (if required for specific scheme)
Selection Process for Delhi Govt Scholarship 2026
The selection process for these scholarships is not based on a competitive exam but on eligibility verification. The process is as follows:
- Application Submission: Student submits online application on e-district portal before April 30, 2026.
- Institute Verification: The respective school/college/institution verifies the student’s enrollment, attendance, and academic details.
- Department Scrutiny: The Delhi government’s welfare department verifies caste, income, and other documents.
- Approval & Disbursal: Once approved, the scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student’s bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
Note: No application fee is required for any of these scholarship schemes.
Scholarship Amount & Salary/Financial Support Structure
The table below summarizes the financial support provided under different schemes:
| Scheme Name | Class/Course Level | Annual Financial Support |
|---|---|---|
| Fee Reimbursement | Classes 1 to 12 | Actual tuition & compulsory fees reimbursed |
| Merit Scholarship | UG/PG/Professional/Technical | ₹8,000 (Day Scholar) to ₹24,000 (Hosteller) |
| Mukhyamantri Vidyarthi Pratibha Yojana | Classes 9 & 10 | ₹5,000 |
| Mukhyamantri Vidyarthi Pratibha Yojana | Classes 11 & 12 | ₹10,000 |
| Dr B R Ambedkar Topper Award | University (all disciplines) | ₹25,000 (one-time) |
| Abroad Studies Support (SC only) | Master’s degree | Up to ₹10 lakh (total) |
| Abroad Studies Support (SC only) | PhD | Up to ₹20 lakh (total) |
FAQs
Q1. When was the Delhi Govt SC/ST/OBC Scholarship notification released?
Ans: The official notice was released by the Delhi government on April 6, 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for the Delhi scholarship 2025-26?
Ans: The last date for submission of online applications is April 30, 2026.
Q3. Who is eligible for the Delhi govt merit scholarship?
Ans: SC, ST, and OBC students enrolled in professional, technical, or higher education courses who secured at least 60% marks in the previous academic year are eligible. Financial assistance ranges from ₹8,000 to ₹24,000 per annum.
Q4. What is the income limit for fee reimbursement under this scheme?
Ans: Students from families with an annual income of up to ₹3 lakh are eligible for reimbursement of tuition and other compulsory fees for Classes 1 to 12.
Q5. How can I apply for the Delhi govt scholarship 2026?
Ans: Eligible students can apply online through the e-district portal of Delhi at edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in.
Q6. Is there any application fee for these scholarships?
Ans: No, there is no application fee for any of the state-funded or centrally sponsored scholarship schemes.
