A merit scholarship is financial support for students with outstanding academic results. Each university has its own criteria for awarding scholarships.
Usually a study average of 1.5 or better is required, but at prestigious faculties the required average may be 1.3 or better. The scholarship is awarded based on results from the previous academic year.
Merit scholarships are usually awarded automatically based on academic results, but sometimes an application is required. Check with the student affairs office of your faculty.