Centre scraps domicile certificate requirement under SC, OBC scholarship schemes

June 19, 2026 3:54 PM

Centre scraps domicile certificate requirement under SC, OBC scholarship schemes

In a major reform aimed at simplifying access to scholarships, the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) has removed the requirement of submitting a domicile certificate under the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Schemes for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs), a move expected to benefit nearly 1.2 crore students annually.   The ministry said the measure will reduce documentation requirements and compliance costs, making the application process more s...

Social Justice Ministry records significant growth in SC scholarship coverage; disbursements reach record high

June 19, 2026 10:37 AM

Social Justice Ministry records significant growth in SC scholarship coverage; disbursements reach record high

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) has reported a significant increase in scholarship coverage and fund disbursement for Scheduled Caste (SC) students, with both Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarship schemes registering record numbers during the current financial year. The Social Justice & Empowerment Ministry said the expansion reflects the success of technology-driven reforms, particularly the adoption of the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism, which has enhanc...