About the Scholarship
The DLF CARES Scholarship aims to make quality education accessible for students from underprivileged backgrounds by providing holistic financial support. It assists learners from Class I to XII with school expenses and focuses on academic enrichment, mentorship, socio-emotional support, and career guidance.
This programme goes beyond typical fee support, fostering overall student development through remedial learning, counselling, and inclusive educational interventions.
Benefits of Scholarship
The scholarship covers actual education-related expenses incurred by eligible students, including:
- Annual school fees
- Tuition fees
- Uniform & textbooks
- Transport costs (if provided by school)
- Examination fee reimbursement
- Disbursement is made in three instalments per academic year
Key Dates
Last Date to Submit Application: 20 February 2026
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the DLF CARES Scholarship:
1 Annual family income must be ≤ INR 4,00,000 (verified)
2 Applicant must be studying in Class I to XII for the academic year 2026-27
3 Must be enrolled in a recognised/affiliated school (private or government)
Documents Required
Applicants must upload the following to complete their scholarship application:
1 Aadhar Card of the student
2 Proof of residence (Aadhar of parent/guardian)
3 Student ID/School letter
4 Admission proof for current year
5 Previous class marksheet
6 Special category/disability certificate (if applicable)
7 Proof of employment / salary slip (parent/guardian)
8 Employer endorsement form (verified)
9 Bank account details (student/parent – canceled cheque or bank passbook)
10 Annual school fee details certified by the school for direct payment to the school account
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process:
1 Visit the official scholarship portal and click “Apply Now”
2 Register by creating a login ID and password
3 Login to access your dashboard
4 Click “Go to application form”
5 Fill in all required details
6 Upload documents listed above
7 Review & accept Terms & Conditions
8 Click Submit to complete your application
Selection Process
Selection is done based on:
1 Financial need verification
2 Completion of application and supporting documents
3 Eligibility as per criteria
Important Notes
- Scholarship benefits differ by region (city tier) and school type.
- Disbursements are made directly to school accounts where applicable.
- Students with special needs receive extended support with appropriate documentation.
- Higher education support initiatives are also available under the broader DLF CARES umbrella (separate programmes)
Official Website
https://education.dlfcares.org/
Application Link