| Updated On - Oct 14, 2026
Delhi University has extended the Financial Support Scheme 2026-27 application deadline to October 23, 2026. Eligible UG and PG students can apply at dsw.du.ac.in for a fee waiver of up to 100 per cent based on family income.
The University of Delhi (DU) has extended the application window for its Financial Support Scheme (FSS) 2026-27. The notice was issued on October 12, 2026, by the Office of the Dean, Students' Welfare (DSW). Eligible students can now submit their applications online at dsw.du.ac.in until October 23, 2026.
The original deadline of October 13, 2026, was extended by ten days to provide applicants sufficient time to compile and upload the necessary documentation. This DU scheme provides up to a 100 per cent fee waiver (excluding examination fees and hostel fees) to support economically weaker students across various undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
| Direct Link: DU Financial Support Scheme Application Portal |
DU FSS 2026-27 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration opened | September 24, 2026 |
| Original last date to apply | October 13, 2026 |
| Extension notice issued | October 12, 2026 |
| Revised last date to apply | October 23, 2026 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
- Student Status: Must be a full-time bona fide student enrolled in any DU department, institute, or centre.
- Academic Level: Open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Financial Criteria: Eligibility and the total waiver amount depend directly on the student's annual family income.
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Which Documents Are Required?
Applicants are required to upload self-attested supporting records to verify their financial claims:
- EWS or OBC-NCL certificate issued by a competent authority.
- Annual family income certificate for the financial year 2025-26.
- Latest Income Tax Returns (ITR) of both father and mother (if filed).
- Income Tax Returns (ITR) of unmarried siblings below 25 years (if filed).
- Self-attested copies of all supporting documents.
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Fee Waiver Slabs Under DU FSS 2026-27
| Annual Family Income | Waiver Percentage | Maximum Amount |
| Rs 0 to Rs 4,00,000 | 100 per cent | Rs 15,000 |
| Rs 4,00,001 to Rs 8,00,000 | 50 per cent | Rs 10,000 |
How to Apply for DU FSS 2026-27?
- Visit the official DSW portal at dsw.du.ac.in.
- Click on the Financial Support Scheme 2026-27 application link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in to fill out all required details in the online form.
- Upload clear copies of all required income and category certificates.
- Submit the completed application on or before October 23, 2026.
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The FSS targets DU's economically disadvantaged students across all faculties. It is one of the few university-level schemes offering a full tuition waiver. The extension reflects demand from students still arranging income documents.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Open dsw.du.ac.in and read the FSS 2026-27 guidelines.
- Check your family income slab against the eligibility criteria.
- Collect the EWS or OBC-NCL or income certificate for 2025-26.
- Keep scanned Income Tax Returns of parents and siblings ready.
- Register on the portal and complete the online application form.
- Submit the form well before October 23, 2026.
Watch dsw.du.ac.in for the merit list and verification schedule. DU may also release instructions for the fee-adjustment process shortly after.
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