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Post Matric Scholarship for SC students (Delhi)

The scheme "Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students" aims to support SC students financially for post-matriculation studies. Benefits include fee reimbursement and monthly allowances. Intended beneficiaries are SC students with a family income below ₹2,50,000/- annually.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Delhi

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Maintenance Allowance (per month) | Group 1 (e.g., Medicine, Engineering): Hostellers ₹1,200/-, Day Scholars ₹550/- | Group 2 (e.g., Pharmacy, Nursing): Hostellers ₹820/-, Day Scholars ₹530/- | Group 3 (e.g., BA/BSc): Hostellers ₹570/, Day Scholars ₹300/- | Group 4 (e.g., ITI, Polytechnic): Hostellers ₹380/-, Day Scholars ₹230/- | Other Benefits | - Reimbursement of Compulsory Non-refundable Fees. | - Study Tour Charges. | - Thesis Typing/Printing Charges for Research Scholars. | - Book Allowance for Correspondence Courses. | - Book Bank Facility for Specified Courses. | - Additional Allowance for Students With Disabilities. | Conditions | - Benefits are for the complete duration of the course. | - Hostel rent is provided as per scheme guidelines.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Student.; The applicant should be from a Scheduled Caste.; The annual income of the family of the applicant should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.; The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized post-matriculation/post-secondary course in India.; The applicant should not be availing of any other scholarship for the same course from any other source.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the maximum annual family income allowed for applicants to be eligible for this scholarship?

The family income of the applicant must not exceed ₹2,50,000/- per annum, as certified by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Delhi.

Are students pursuing professional courses like Medicine or Engineering eligible for higher maintenance allowances?

Yes, Group I courses like Medicine and Engineering provide ₹1,200/- for hostellers and ₹550/- for day scholars as monthly maintenance allowance.

Do students enrolled in correspondence courses receive any special benefits under this scheme?

Correspondence course students are eligible for a book allowance as part of the scholarship provisions.

What happens if a student is already receiving another scholarship or stipend?

Students availing any other scholarship or stipend, including merit-based awards, are not eligible for this scholarship.

Is there any restriction on students repeating the same level of education under this scheme?

Students repeating the same stage (e.g., B.Com after B.A) are ineligible, unless progressing to a higher qualification.

Are students pursuing dual professional courses eligible for this scholarship?

From academic year 1980-81 onwards, studies in two professional courses are permitted under this scheme.

What documents are required to prove the applicant's caste eligibility?

A valid caste certificate issued by the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi must be submitted.

How are hostel rent charges handled under this scholarship scheme?

Hostel rent is reimbursed as per the guidelines specified under the scholarship provisions.

Are students studying in institutions outside Delhi eligible to apply?

Yes, but they must upload an Institute Verification Page and Parent/Guardian Verification Page on the e-district portal.

What is the maintenance allowance for students pursuing Group III courses like BA or BSc?

Group III courses provide ₹570/- for hostellers and ₹300/- for day scholars as monthly maintenance allowance.

Is there any allowance provided for students with disabilities under this scheme?

Yes, an additional allowance is provided for students with disabilities for the complete duration of their course.

What is the process for reimbursement of compulsory non-refundable fees?

Compulsory fees like tuition and library charges are reimbursed upon submission of original fee receipts and fee structure.

Are students pursuing vocational courses at the senior secondary level eligible?

Yes, vocational courses under Group IV (like ITI or polytechnic diplomas) are eligible with ₹380/- for hostellers and ₹230/- for day scholars.

What proof is required to confirm the applicant's admission in the course?

A certificate from the institution specifying admission date, course duration, and confirmation of no other scholarship must be submitted.

How are study tour expenses covered under this scholarship scheme?

Study tour charges are included in the scholarship benefits and will be reimbursed as per scheme guidelines.

What is the book bank facility mentioned under this scholarship scheme?

The book bank facility provides access to textbooks for students enrolled in specified courses under the scholarship.

Are postgraduate courses like MA or MSc covered under this scholarship?

Yes, postgraduate courses like MA/MSc fall under Group II with ₹820/- for hostellers and ₹530/- for day scholars.

What happens if the applicant's bank account is not linked with Aadhaar?

The scholarship amount will only be disbursed to bank accounts that are properly seeded with the applicant's Aadhaar number.