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UP Scholarship 2025-26 is a flagship welfare scheme of the Government of Uttar Pradesh aimed at providing financial assistance to students studying from Class 9 to Post-Matric courses. Through this scholarship, eligible students receive direct financial support in their bank accounts via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
Students must apply online through the official UP Scholarship Portal – https://scholarship.up.gov.in.
From the academic session 2025-26, OTR (One Time Registration) has been made mandatory for all applicants.
There is no minimum percentage requirement, but scholarship installments are released based on merit priority (higher percentage first).
UP Scholarship 2025-26 UP Scholarship Online Form 2026 Online Status
Application Fee
- No Application Fee
- UP Scholarship Online Form is 100% Free
Payment Mode
Important Dates
Pre Matric (Class 9th & 10th)
- Registration Start: 02 July 2025
- Registration Last Date: 30 October 2025
- Application Start: 02 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 30 October 2025
- Complete Form Last Date: 31 October 2025
- Hard Copy Submission at Institute: 04 November 2025
- Scholarship Credit Date: 31 December 2025
- Correction Window: 18–21 November 2025
Post Matric (Class 11th & 12th)
- Registration Start: 02 July 2025
- Registration Last Date: 30 October 2025
- Application Start: 02 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 30 October 2025
- Complete Form Last Date: 31 October 2025
- Hard Copy Submission at Institute: 04 November 2025
- Scholarship Credit Date: 31 December 2025
- Correction Window: 18–21 November 2025
Post Matric (Other Than Intermediate)
- Registration Start: 10 July 2025
- Registration Last Date: 20 December 2025
- Application Start: 10 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 20 December 2025
- Complete Form Last Date: 20 December 2025
- Hard Copy Submission at Institute: 24 December 2025
- Scholarship Credit Date: 24 January 2026
Age Limits
- As per UP Government Scholarship Rules
- No separate age limit announced
Vacancy Details
Eligibility
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Applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh
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Must be currently enrolled in a recognized school/college/institute
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Pre Matric: Only Class 9th & 10th
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Post Matric (Inter): Only Class 11th & 12th
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Post Matric Other Than Inter: All courses except 9, 10, 11, 12
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Must have passed the previous qualifying exam
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Aadhaar must be linked with the bank account
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Income limits:
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SC/ST: ₹2.50 Lakh annually
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OBC/General/Minority: ₹2.00 Lakh annually
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Required Documents
- Passport Size Photo
- 10th Marksheet
- 12th Marksheet (if applicable)
- Previous Year Marksheet
- Aadhaar Card (Mobile Linked)
- Bank Account (Aadhaar Linked)
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate
- Fee Receipt
- Final Printed Application Form
Renewal Candidates:
Students who applied last year do not need new registration. They must apply through the Renewal option using the previous registration number.
How To Check & Download UP Scholarship Online Status 2026
- Visit the official UP Scholarship Portal
- Login using Registration Number, Date of Birth & Password
- Click on Scholarship Status
- Check verification & payment status
- Download or print the status page for reference
Mode Of Selection
- Online Application Submission
- Biometric Authentication by Institute
- Computerized Scrutiny
- Verification by District Scholarship Committee
- Aadhaar-Based DBT Fund Transfer
How To Apply for UP Scholarship 2025-26
OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory from Session 2025-26
OTR Registration Steps
- Mobile Number Authentication
- Aadhaar e-KYC
- OTR Number Generation
⚠ Only ONE OTR per student is allowed. Multiple OTRs may lead to disqualification.
Application Process
- Register on Scholarship Portal using OTR
- Fill complete application carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit form online
- Institute verification & biometric authentication
- Track application status regularly
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Link Name | Action |
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| One Time Registration (OTR) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (Registration) | Click Here |
| Pre Matric Login | Login (Fresh / Renewal) |
| Post Matric (Inter) Login | Login (Fresh / Renewal) |
| Post Matric Other Than Inter Login | Login (Fresh / Renewal) |
| Scholarship Correction | Click Here |
| Other State Student Login | Fresh | Renewal |
| Check Registration Status | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
About UP Scholarship 2025-26
The UP Scholarship Scheme supports students from Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, and PhD courses. The objective is to reduce financial burden and promote education through Direct Bank Transfer (DBT).
Approximate Scholarship Amount
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Pre Matric: ₹3,000 (Day Scholar) | ₹7,000–8,000 (Hosteller)
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Post Matric 11-12: ₹7,000–10,000 (Day) | ₹12,000–15,000 (Hostel)
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Post Matric UG/PG: ₹10,000–20,000 (Day) | ₹15,000–25,000 (Hostel)
Important Contact Details
| Department | Helpline Number | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Social Welfare Dept, UP | 0522-3538700 | General |
| Backward Classes Welfare | 18001805131 | Toll-Free |
| Minority Welfare Dept | 0522-2286150 | 09:30 AM – 6 PM |
Key Points
- Fill details carefully (Name, Father Name, Income Certificate No.)
- Wrong information may cause rejection
- Check application status regularly
- Keep all documents updated
UP Scholarship FAQs 2025
Q1. Last date to apply?
➡ Refer to Important Dates section above.
Q2. Is Aadhaar mandatory?
➡ Yes, Aadhaar is compulsory.
Q3. Correction window availability?
➡ Opened after application period for limited time.
Q4. Reasons for rejection?
➡ Wrong details, missing documents, ineligible course.
Q5. How to link Aadhaar with Bank?
➡ Visit your bank branch and submit Aadhaar seeding form.
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