State GovernmentEducation

Merit Cum Means Linked Financial Assistance Scheme

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Delhi

It is the policy of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi that students get access to high quality higher education provided by Delhi State Universities irrespective of their caste, creed, economic background, or gender.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance linked to academic merit and family income
  • Support for pursuing higher education at Delhi State Universities
  • Assistance irrespective of caste, creed, gender, or economic background
  • Reduced financial burden on economically weaker families

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 1–100 years
  • Residence: Delhi residents only
  • Student must be enrolled or seeking admission in a Delhi State University
  • Academic merit required (based on previous examination performance)
  • Family income must be below a certain threshold (exact limit to be verified with scheme guidelines)
  • Delhi resident or studying in Delhi
  • No age bar specified, but typically for students pursuing higher education

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Income Certificate
  3. 3. Bank Passbook
  4. 4. Academic Marks Certificate
  5. 5. Delhi Residency Proof
  6. 6. University Admission Letter

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Delhi
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
1–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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14 June 2026

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