The selection will be based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Delhi 2025-26
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Eligibility
OBC students in Classes 1 to 10
Region
Award
Up to ₹500 per annum
Deadline
31-Mar-2026
About The Program
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Delhi 2025-26 is an initiative of the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minority, Government of NCT Delhi to the OBC category students studying in Classes 1 to 10 in Government schools. The selected students will receive up to ₹500 per month.
Source: scstwelfare.delhi.gov.in
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Mar-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian citizen
- be a domicile of Delhi
- belong to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category
- be studying in Classes 9 or 10 in Government schools
- have passed the previous class
- have at least 75% attendance in the previous year
- have an annual family income of less than ₹2,50,000 per annum from all sources
Benefits
Selected students will receive:-
- Day Scholars: ₹100 per month (class 1 to 10, minimum 60% attendance in previous year)
- Hostelers: ₹500 per month (class 3 to 10)
Documents
- Caste certificate in the name of student or father issued by SDM/Deputy Commissioner (Revenue), GNCT of Delhi
- Mark sheet of the previous academic year
- Income certificate issued by competent authorities (SDM/Deputy Commissioner of Revenue, GNCTD)
- Domicile certificate by the competent authority (Government of NCT of Delhi)
- Bank account in the name of the student (must linked with the Aadhaar card
How can you apply?
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details to register (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to 'Apply Services' and click on it.
Step 4: Now, click on the 'Register' button, select the Aadhaar card for the document type, and enter the Aadhaar number and captcha code.
Step 5: Tick the checkbox and click on the 'Continue' button to register.
Step 6: After successful registration, log in using the credentials (user ID, password, and captcha code).
Step 7: Select the scholarship scheme and fillin the relevant details.
Step 8: Upload the required documents in the prescribed format and click on the 'Submit' button.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Contact Details
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minorities
B-Block, 2nd Floor
Vikas Bhawan, I.P. Estate
New Delhi-110002
Phone Number: (011) 23379512
Important Links
Apply online link
FAQ's
Question: Are all pre-matric students eligible for this scholarship?
Answer: Yes, all students from class 1 through 10 are eligible.
Question: Is there a merit requirement for this scholarship?
Answer: A minimum of 75% of marks in the previous academic year is required to be eligible for this scholarships.
Question: Who is providing this scholarship?
Answer: The Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minority, Government of NCT of Delhi is offering this opportunity.
Question: How will the students receive the award?
Answer: The award will be disbursed into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the student.
Question: Is this scholarship renewable?
Answer: The scholarship is renewable until the student passes Class 10, subject to satisfactory academic performance and 75% annual attendance.
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