Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority) - Delhi

About this scholarship

The Post Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/Minority students in Delhi is a critical financial support mechanism operated through the e-District Delhi portal. Managed by the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, the scheme aims to reduce the dropout rate among marginalized communities in the capital by covering tuition fees and providing a maintenance allowance for courses from Class 11 up to postgraduate level. By centralizing applications on the e-District platform, Delhi has integrated the scholarship process with its digital certificate issuance system, meaning that income and caste certificates generated in Delhi are quickly verified. The scheme is a lifeline for students attending both government and recognized private institutions. Because the portal requires a distinct login linked to a valid Delhi domicile or a caste certificate issued by the Delhi government, students from other states studying in Delhi are generally not eligible and must apply to their home state's portal instead. Verifying all local documents beforehand prevents unnecessary rejections.

Documents you need

• Caste certificate issued by the competent authority in Delhi
• Income certificate issued by the Revenue Department, Delhi
• Aadhaar card
• Fee receipt from the current academic year
• Marksheet of the previous passing examination
• Bank passbook of a single-operated account

How to apply

1. Register as a citizen on the e-District Delhi portal using your Aadhaar or Voter ID.
2. Navigate to the Department of Welfare of SC/ST/OBC and select the relevant Post Matric Scholarship.
3. Fill out the application form, ensuring your caste and income certificate details match the e-District records.
4. Upload the scanned copies of your fee receipt, previous marksheet, and bank details.
5. Submit the form online and keep track of the application status, as the nodal officer may raise queries that require prompt answers.

Why applications get rejected

• Applying with a caste certificate issued by another state, which the Delhi e-District portal generally rejects.
• Failing to upload a clear copy of the fee receipt, leading to the application being sent back for correction.
• Providing a joint bank account instead of a single account in the student's name, causing the payment transfer to fail.

Common questions

Can I apply if my caste certificate was issued in UP or Bihar?

Usually, Delhi state scholarships require a caste certificate issued by the Government of NCT of Delhi. Check the specific guidelines on the e-District portal.

Is the income certificate from e-District mandatory?

Yes, an income certificate issued by the Revenue Department of Delhi is typically required and easily verified through the portal.

What happens if the nodal officer raises a query on my application?

You will be notified via SMS or email. You must log back into the e-District portal and provide the requested clarification or document before the deadline.