UP Scholarship 2025-26
Summary 📋
The Uttar Pradesh Government offers scholarships to students of Class 9, 10, 11, 12, and Post Matric levels. Apply online through the UP Scholarship Portal. OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory from the academic session 2025-26.
- Total Posts: Not Applicable (Scholarship Scheme)
- Apply Start Date: July 2, 2025 (Pre-Matric & Post-Matric), July 10, 2025 (Post Matric Other than Intermediate)
- Apply Last Date: October 30, 2025 (Pre-Matric & Post-Matric), December 20, 2025 (Post Matric Other than Intermediate)
Important Dates 📅
| Scholarship Type | Registration Start Date | Registration Last Date | Application Start Date | Application Last Date | Complete Form Last Date | Submit Hard Copy Date | Scholarship Disbursement Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric (9-10th) | July 2, 2025 | October 30, 2025 | July 2, 2025 | October 30, 2025 | October 31, 2025 | November 4, 2025 | December 31, 2025 |
| Post-Matric (11-12th) | July 2, 2025 | October 30, 2025 | July 2, 2025 | October 30, 2025 | October 31, 2025 | November 4, 2025 | December 31, 2025 |
| Post Matric (Other than Intermediate) | July 10, 2025 | December 20, 2025 | July 10, 2025 | December 20, 2025 | December 20, 2025 | December 24, 2025 | January 24, 2026 |
Application Fees 💰
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Free |
Eligibility Criteria ✅
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Residence | Must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh. |
| Enrollment | Must be currently registered in a school, college, or institute. |
| Class Eligibility | Class 9th or 10th for Pre Matric, 11th or 12th for Post Matric, and any student except class 9-12 for Post Matric Other than Inter. |
| Aadhar Link | Student’s Aadhar card must be linked to their bank account. |
| Previous Exam | Must have passed the previous exam. |
Age Limit 🎯
| Scholarship Type | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All Scholarship Types | No Age Limit |
Vacancies 📑
| Scholarship Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Pre-Matric (9-10th) | Applicable for students in classes 9th and 10th. |
| Post-Matric (11-12th) | Applicable for students in classes 11th and 12th. |
| Post Matric (Other than Intermediate) | Applicable for students in UG, PG, Diploma, and PhD programs. |
Salary 💵
| Scholarship Type | Approximate Amount |
|---|---|
| Pre‑Matric: | Day ≈ ₹3,000/yr; Boarding ≈ ₹7–8,000/yr |
| Post‑Matric (11–12): | Day ≈ ₹7–10k; Boarding ≈ ₹12–15k |
| Post‑Matric (UG/PG): | Day ≈ ₹10–20k; Boarding ≈ ₹15–25k. |
How to Apply 📌
- OTR (One Time Registration): Mandatory from Session 2025-26 on the UP Scholarship Portal.
- Mobile Number Authentication: Authenticate your mobile number.
- Aadhaar e-KYC: Complete Aadhaar e-KYC verification.
- OTR Number Generation: Generate your OTR Number.
- Registration: Register on the Scholarship Portal with your details.
- Filling Form & Submission: Fill the form with accurate details, including Income Certificate, Caste Certificate, Aadhar Number, and Bank account Details.
- Biometric Authentication: Undergo Biometric Authentication at your institute.
- Verification from Institute: Get your form verified and forwarded by the institute.
- Computerized Scrutiny: Form undergoes computerized scrutiny.
- Verification from District Scholarship Committee: District Scholarship Committee verifies the forms.
- Aadhar Based Fund Disbursement: Scholarship amount is disbursed through Aadhar-based system.
Apply Links 🔗
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| One Time Registration (OTR) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Registration) | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Pre Matric) – Fresh | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Pre Matric) – Renewal | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Post Matric Intermediate) – Fresh | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Post Matric Intermediate) – Renewal | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Post Matric Other Than Inter) – Fresh | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Post Matric Other Than Inter) – Renewal | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Other State) – Fresh | Click Here |
| Login to Complete Form (Other State) – Renewal | Click Here |
| Check Registration Status | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
About the Organization 🏢
The Uttar Pradesh Scholarship program is an initiative by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to support the educational aspirations of students from economically weaker sections. The scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to students pursuing education at various levels, including pre-matric, post-matric, and higher education. By reducing the financial burden on students and their families, the UP Scholarship helps them focus on their studies and achieve academic success. The scholarship program covers students studying both within Uttar Pradesh and those from UP studying outside the state, promoting equal educational opportunities for all.
FAQs ❓
- Q.1: What is the last date of application?
Ans: All details are given above in the Important Dates section. - Q.2: What is the income limit for OBC/SC/ST/Minority/General for UP Scholarship 2025?
Ans: For SC/ST students: ₹2.50 lakh annually. For General, OBC, and Minority students: ₹2 lakh annually. - Q.3: Is an Aadhaar Card mandatory to apply for a UP Scholarship?
Ans: Yes, Aadhaar card is mandatory for applying for UP Scholarship. Ensure it is updated before application. - Q.4: How to edit my application during the UP Scholarship correction window?
Ans: Log in to the UP Scholarship portal, go to the ‘student’ section, select ‘modify application after initial test,’ and make necessary corrections before resubmitting. - Q.5: When is the Correction Window Usually Opened?
Ans: The correction window opens shortly after the main application period ends. It is available for a limited time each year.
