The DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025 is an initiative by the Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Assam, aimed at providing financial assistance to meritorious male students pursuing higher education in the state. This scholarship encourages academic excellence among undergraduate and postgraduate students in Arts, Science, and Commerce disciplines studying in government and provincialized colleges or universities of Assam.

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This article provides complete information about eligibility, financial assistance, required documents, and how to apply online for the DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025 before the last date.

Overview of DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025

Name of Scholarship: Combined Merit Scholarship Scheme 2025
Academic Year: 2025–2026
Awarding Authority: Directorate of Higher Education, Assam
Eligible Courses: Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses in Arts, Science, and Commerce
Scholarship Type: Merit-based (for male students only)

The scheme aims to help students who have shown strong academic performance but require financial support to continue their studies.

Financial Assistance under DHE Combined Merit Scholarship

The scholarship offers monthly financial aid to selected candidates, helping them manage educational expenses during their course duration.

Course Level	Financial Assistance per Month
Undergraduate (UG)	₹450/- per month
Postgraduate (PG)	₹500/- per month

The amount is directly transferred to the student’s active bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.

Eligibility Criteria for DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025

To apply for the DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025, students must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

Domicile: The applicant must be a male student with domicile of Assam.
Course & Session: The candidate must be pursuing 1st Semester General Degree or General Master Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce discipline during the session 2024–25 in a government or provincialized college or state/central university of Assam.
Minimum Marks:
- For Degree level scholarship, the applicant must have secured at least 60% marks in Higher Secondary Final Year.
- For Postgraduate level scholarship, the student must have secured at least 60% marks in the General Degree course.
Bank Account: The candidate must possess a valid and active bank account in his name, preferably with State Bank of India (SBI). Bank details such as account number, branch, and IFSC code must be submitted.

Selection Process for the Scholarship

The selection process for the DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025 is purely merit-based. All applications will be evaluated based on academic performance, and final selection will be made as per the availability of budget under the scholarship scheme.

The committee constituted at the college or university level will verify all submitted applications and forward the verified list of eligible candidates to the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam.

How to Apply for DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025

Eligible and interested candidates must submit their applications through the online mode only. Follow the step-by-step instructions below:

Visit the official DHE Assam website.
Click on the link for Online Application Form under the Combined Merit Scholarship 2025 section.
Register yourself using your valid email ID and contact details.
Login using your registered credentials.
Fill out all personal and academic details carefully.
Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
Submit the application form and take a printout of the acknowledgment receipt.

After successful submission, candidates must submit the printed copy of the online application form along with necessary certificates and documents to the Registrar/Principal/Head of the Institution where they are studying.

Documents Required for DHE Scholarship Application

Applicants must upload and submit the following documents while applying for the DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025:

Certificate from the Head of the Institution currently attended.
Photocopy of the first page of the bank passbook showing account details.
Final Marksheet of the last qualifying examination (H.S. for UG / Degree for PG).
Recent passport-size photograph and signature.
Copy of Aadhaar Card for identification.

Incomplete applications or missing documents may lead to rejection.

Important Dates for DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025

Starting Date for Online Application: 8th November 2025
Last Date for Online Application: 20th November 2025
Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy: 6th December 2025

Candidates must ensure they complete both online submission and physical form submission before the respective deadlines to be considered for the scholarship.

Important Web Links

Online Application Form	Register \| Login
Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

The official website provides all relevant notifications, guidelines, and updates related to DHE scholarships, ensuring transparency in the process.

FAQs on DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025

Q1. Who is eligible for the DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025?
Male students from Assam pursuing 1st semester UG or PG courses in Arts, Science, or Commerce with at least 60% marks in the previous exam are eligible.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online for DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025?
The last date for submitting the online application is 20th November 2025.

Q3. What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
Undergraduate students receive ₹450 per month, and postgraduate students receive ₹500 per month.

Q4. Is this scholarship available for female students?
No, the DHE Combined Merit Scholarship 2025 is exclusively for male students.

Q5. How will the selection be made?
Selection is made strictly based on academic merit and within the budget allocation.

Q6. When is the last date to submit the physical application form?
The physical form must be submitted to the concerned institution by 6th December 2025.