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District Merit Scholarship (Kerala, Plus One and Plus Two)

Merit award of the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Kerala, for students who got A+ in all subjects in SSLC and now study in a government or aided higher-secondary school in Kerala (Plus One and Plus Two). No family income limit. Apply online on the DCE scholarship portal. The yearly last date is announced by DCE; secondary sources mention 30 Nov 2026, which is NOT confirmed. Helpline 9446096580.

Amount / benefit: ₹1,250 a year

Source: Directorate of Collegiate Education (DCE), Government of Kerala

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What you get

₹1,250 a year during Plus One and Plus Two.

Who is eligible

Resident (domicile) of Kerala
Education level: Class 12

Final eligibility is decided by the official authority. Read the official notification before you apply.

Documents required

SSLC marksheet showing A+ in all subjects
Kerala native / domicile proof
Higher-secondary school enrolment details
Bank account details

How to apply, step by step

Open the DCE Kerala scholarship portal (dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in) and register as a student.
Choose the scholarship (District Merit Scholarship) from the list.
Enter your SSLC details and upload the marksheet that shows A+ in all subjects.
Enter your higher-secondary school and enrolment details, then check everything.
Submit the form, note the application number, and check the portal for the result. For help call 9446096580.

हिंदी में आवेदन कैसे करें

DCE केरल का स्कॉलरशिप पोर्टल (dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in) खोलें और छात्र के रूप में रजिस्टर करें।
सूची से स्कॉलरशिप (District Merit Scholarship) चुनें।
अपना SSLC विवरण भरें और वह मार्कशीट अपलोड करें जिसमें सभी विषयों में A+ दिखता हो।
अपने हायर सेकेंडरी स्कूल और नामांकन का विवरण भरें, फिर सब कुछ जाँच लें।
फ़ॉर्म सबमिट करें, आवेदन नंबर लिख लें और परिणाम के लिए पोर्टल देखें। मदद के लिए 9446096580 पर कॉल करें।

Last date

The last date is announced on the official website and can change each year. Please check the official portal before you apply.

Official website

https://dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in (Directorate of Collegiate Education (DCE), Government of Kerala)

Details are compiled from official sources. Always confirm on the official website before applying. Found a mistake? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for District Merit Scholarship (Kerala, Plus One and Plus Two)?

Resident (domicile) of Kerala; Education level: Class 12. Final eligibility is decided by the official authority.

What does District Merit Scholarship (Kerala, Plus One and Plus Two) give?

₹1,250 a year during Plus One and Plus Two. Amount: ₹1,250 a year.

Which documents are needed for District Merit Scholarship (Kerala, Plus One and Plus Two)?

SSLC marksheet showing A+ in all subjects, Kerala native / domicile proof, Higher-secondary school enrolment details, Bank account details.

What is the official website for District Merit Scholarship (Kerala, Plus One and Plus Two)?

The official website is https://dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in (source: Directorate of Collegiate Education (DCE), Government of Kerala).