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Delhi Higher & Technical Education Support Scheme

The scheme aims to provide financial support for tuition fees to meritorious students from economically weaker sections of Delhi pursuing undergraduate education in Government higher educational institutions, ensuring that no deserving student is deprived of quality higher education.

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About This Scheme

The Delhi Higher & Technical Education Support Scheme is implemented by the Higher Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi under the aegis of The Delhi Higher Education Aid Trust. The scheme aims to provide financial support to meritorious students belonging to economically weaker sections of society through reimbursement of Tuition Fee Only for eligible undergraduate courses. It is applicable to students admitted to Government Universities, Colleges, and Institutions located in Delhi from the academic session 2022-2023 onwards. Applications are processed through the concerned College, University, and the Department of Higher Education, and the approved financial assistance is transferred directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.

Benefits

  • Tuition Fee Assistance: Financial assistance covering the tuition fee for eligible undergraduate students.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant must be a bona fide resident of Delhi.

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    The applicant must have passed Class XII from a recognized school located in Delhi.

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    The applicant must be enrolled in a regular undergraduate programme in a Government Delhi State Public University, Government College, or Government Institution located in Delhi.

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    The applicant must be pursuing a regular degree course.

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    The applicant must not be pursuing the course through correspondence, distance mode, or diploma programmes.

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    The applicant must have a gross annual family income of up to ₹3,00,000/- from all sources.

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    The applicant must possess a valid Family Income Certificate issued by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) or other competent authority of the Government of NCT of Delhi.

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    The applicant must have secured at least 75% marks in Class XII for assistance during the first year.

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    The applicant must secure at least 75% marks in the undergraduate course for assistance in subsequent years.

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    The applicant must not be receiving financial assistance under any other scholarship scheme for the same course.

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    The applicant must apply every academic year through the online portal.

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    The applicant must pass all subjects during the course.

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    The applicant must maintain good conduct and must not be involved in indiscipline, criminal behaviour, or ragging.

Required Documents

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    Copy of Mark Sheet/Certificate of having passed class XII or qualifying examination.
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    Certificate related to SC/ST Category issued by Competent Authority, if applicable.
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    All previous year mark sheets/certificate from concerned University/Institution of current programme.
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    A declaration, as per Format at [Annexure-A](https://higheredn.delhi.gov.in/sites/default/files/higheredn/generic_multiple_files/4090_dhe_0001.pdf), by the student affirming that no financial support has been availed/is being availed from any other scheme for meeting the cost of education for the course/program. 1. Copy of annual Family Income Certificate issued by the SDM/Competent Authority.
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    Aadhaar card of the parent(s) and student.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Step 1: The applicant must apply through the online portal of the Government of NCT of Delhi.

Step 2: The applicant must submit the printed application along with the required documents to the concerned College, University, or Institution.

Step 3: The concerned College or Institution verifies the application and recommends eligible cases to the affiliated University.

Step 4: The concerned University verifies the applications and forwards eligible applications with the fund requirement to the Department of Higher Education.

Step 5: The Department of Higher Education submits the proposal to the Trustees of the Delhi Higher Education Aid Trust for approval.

Step 6: After approval, funds are released to the concerned University.

Step 7: The University transfers the approved financial assistance to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Quick Info

Level
Central Government

Available In

Delhi

Categories

Education & Learning

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