Delhi Higher Education and Skill Development Guarantee Scheme
Delhi Higher Education and Skill Development Guarantee Scheme (राज्य सरकारी योजना)
State-sponsored education loan and interest subvention scheme by Government of Delhi.
Max Loan Amount
Up to ₹10 Lakh (100% Delhi Govt Credit Guarantee)
Interest Rate
8.25% – 9.50% p.a. (Concessional bank rate)
Moratorium Period
Course duration + 1 year
Repayment Tenure
Up to 15 years after moratorium
✦ What the Loan Covers (Eligible Expenses)
Tuition fees, hostel, library, books, laptop, and essential study materials.
What is Missing: Honest MITC Policy Gaps, Hidden Clauses & Costs
Eligo disclosure: Bank loan brochures and DSA agents rarely highlight these conditions. Verify before signing your loan agreement.
State domicile certificate is strictly mandatory; family income limits apply; parent co-borrower required; unaccredited colleges rejected.
✦ Collateral & Margin Money Terms
Collateral & Guarantee Requirement:
Zero collateral and zero third-party guarantee up to ₹10 Lakh. 100% credit guarantee by Delhi Govt Higher Education Trust.
Margin Money (Borrower Contribution):
Nil margin up to ₹10 Lakh.
✦ Eligibility Requirements
Domicile/resident of Delhi pursuing recognized higher education courses in India or abroad.
✦ Government Subsidies & Rate Concessions
State Government provides substantial interest subvention or credit guarantee support.
✦ Required Documents Checklist
State domicile certificate, income certificate, admission letter, fee structure, 10th and 12th marksheets, Aadhaar card, bank loan account details.
✦ How to Apply Step-by-Step
1. Apply via designated Delhi state portal.
2. Submit admission and income credentials.
3. Department verifies and links interest subsidy or guarantees loan with partner banks.Official Portal
Official Portal / Lender Domain
Apply or verify directly on the official banking portal
✦ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Delhi Higher Education and Skill Development Guarantee Scheme?▼
Bonafide residents of Delhi meeting the family income criteria and admitted to recognized collegiate programs.
How is the interest subvention paid?▼
The state nodal agency credits the interest subvention directly to the student's loan account at the lending bank.
Can I avail this with central CSIS subsidy?▼
No. Double-dipping on both central CSIS and state interest subsidy for the same period is prohibited. You can choose the more beneficial program.