About this education scheme
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to school-going students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC) families with an annual income not exceeding Rs. 2,50,000/- to support their pre-matric education.
The "Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students-Delhi" is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented by the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities Department, Government of NCT of Delhi, under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, to support the education of students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC) through scholarship assistance and ad-hoc grants. The scheme covers day scholars studying from Class I to Class X and hostellers studying from Class III to Class X. Scholarships are awarded to eligible students whose parents' or guardians' annual income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/-. The scholarship is tenable only in recognized institutions and is payable for 10 months in an academic year. Eligible students also receive an annual ad-hoc grant.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students-Delhi (PMSSOBCD) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Delhi |
| Official portal | edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 2.5 lakh per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🏷️OBC
- 💰Income Rs. 2.5 lakh tak
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Scholarship for Hostellers: Rs. 500/- per month for 10 months for students studying from Class III to Class X.
- Scholarship for Day Scholars: Rs. 100/- per month for 10 months for students studying from Class I to Class X.
- Ad-Hoc Grant: Rs. 500/- per student per annum for both hostellers and day scholars.
Frequency of Disbursement:
- Scholarship is provided for 10 months during each academic year.
- Ad-hoc grant is provided once per year.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must belong to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
- The applicant must be enrolled in any of the following:
- Class I or any subsequent pre-matric class as a day scholar.
- Class III or any subsequent pre-matric class as a hosteller.
- The applicant must be studying in a recognized institution approved by the concerned State Government or Union Territory Administration.
- The applicant's parents' or guardians' annual income from all sources must not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/-.
- The applicant must maintain a minimum attendance of 60% in the previous academic year.
- The applicant must have a bank account in his/her own name.
- The applicant's bank account must be linked with Aadhaar.
- The applicant must not take up employment or assist parents in their work during the course of studies.
- The applicant must secure annual promotion to continue receiving the scholarship, except in unavoidable circumstances certified by the competent authority.
- The applicant must maintain school discipline and comply with all scholarship conditions.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: Visit the Delhi e-District Portal and register as a new user using an Aadhaar Card or Voter Identity Card.
Step 2: Log in to the portal using the User ID and Password received after registration.
Step 3: Select the concerned scheme from the services offered by the Department.
Step 4: Fill in the online application form with details of the deceased breadwinner, applicant, family income, Aadhaar, and bank account.
Step 5: Upload the required documents and the recommended/attested application, wherever applicable.
Step 6: Review the application and submit it online through the portal.
Note:
- Applicants should upload the Caste Certificate issued in the name of the student or his father’s name by the SDM/Deputy Commissioner (Revenue), GNCTD.
- Upload the Domicile Certificate of Delhi if the Caste certificate is not issued by the competent authority of the Govt. of NCT of Delhi.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the "Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students-Delhi"?
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to OBC students from economically weaker families for pursuing pre-matric education.
Who can apply for this scholarship?
A student belonging to the OBC category and meeting the prescribed income and educational criteria can apply.
What is the maximum annual family income allowed under the scheme?
The annual income of the student's parents or guardians from all sources must not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/-.
Which classes are covered under the scheme for day scholars?
Day scholars studying from Class I to Class X are covered under the scheme.
Which classes are covered under the scheme for hostellers?
Hostellers studying from Class III to Class X are covered under the scheme.
How much scholarship is provided to hostellers?
An eligible hosteller receives Rs. 500/- per month for 10 months.
How much scholarship is provided to day scholars?
An eligible day scholar receives Rs. 100/- per month for 10 months.
Is any additional grant provided under the scheme?
Yes, an ad-hoc grant of Rs. 500/- per annum is provided to each eligible student.
How long is the scholarship awarded in an academic year?
The scholarship is awarded for 10 months in an academic year.
Can a student studying in an unrecognized institution receive the scholarship?
No, the student must study in a recognized institution approved by the concerned authority.
Can a student receive this scholarship along with another scholarship?
No, a student receiving benefits under another Central or State funded scholarship is not eligible.
Is there any minimum attendance requirement?
Yes, the student must have at least 60% attendance in the previous academic year.
Can the scholarship be discontinued?
Yes, the scholarship may be discontinued for failure to secure annual promotion, violation of discipline, or breach of scheme conditions.
Is an Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory?
Yes, the student's bank account must be in the student's name and linked with Aadhaar.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines (PDF) scstwelfare.delhi.gov.in
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