Post Date: 11/10/2026 | Last Update: 11/10/2026
Key Points
- Fresh applications (Dashmottar): 15 September – 31 October 2026
- Renewal applications: 15 September – 15 October 2026
- OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory; payment via DBT
Short Information
The Social Welfare Department of Uttar Pradesh invites online applications for pre-matric and post-matric (Dashmottar) scholarships every academic session. For the 2026-27 session, fresh applications are open from 15 September to 31 October 2026, and renewal applications from 15 September to 15 October 2026, on the official portal scholarship.up.gov.in. OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory and the scholarship amount is paid through DBT.
Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh — Scholarship 2026-27
Important Dates
- Fresh application (Dashmottar): 15 September – 31 October 2026
- Renewal application: 15 September – 15 October 2026
Application Fee
- All categories: No fee — the application is free of charge
Eligibility: Students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh and studying in a recognised institution. Annual family income limit — Rs. 2,00,000 (General / OBC / Minority), Rs. 2,50,000 (SC / ST). OTR (One Time Registration) is mandatory before filling the form.
Scholarship Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | UP Scholarship 2026-27 (Pre-Matric / Post-Matric) |
| Department | Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Official portal | scholarship.up.gov.in |
| OTR | One Time Registration — mandatory |
| Payment mode | DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) to the student’s bank account |
Scholarship Amount (Approx. per Year)
| Course Level | Approx. Annual Amount |
|---|---|
| Class 9–10 (Pre-Matric) | Rs. 2,500 – 5,000 |
| Class 11–12 (Post-Matric) | Rs. 3,000 – 8,000 |
| Undergraduate (BA / BSc / BCom etc.) | Rs. 5,000 – 12,000 |
| Postgraduate courses | Rs. 8,000 – 20,000 |
| Professional / technical courses | Rs. 20,000 – 55,000 |
Note: Indicative ranges — the actual amount varies by course and category.
Eligibility & Income Limit
| Category | Annual Income Limit | Key Certificate |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / Minority | Rs. 2,00,000 | Income certificate |
| SC / ST | Rs. 2,50,000 | Income + caste certificate |
Fresh vs Renewal — Deadlines
| Fresh Application | Renewal Application | |
|---|---|---|
| Application window | 15 Sep – 31 Oct 2026 | 15 Sep – 15 Oct 2026 |
| Who should apply | First-time applicants (complete OTR first) | Students already registered in earlier sessions |
How to Apply
- Open the official portal scholarship.up.gov.in and go to the Student section.
- Complete OTR (One Time Registration) first — it is mandatory for new applicants.
- New candidates should complete “New Registration” and keep the registration number safe.
- Log in and fill in your academic details and bank account information carefully.
- Upload Aadhaar, marksheets and income certificate in the prescribed format.
- Recheck all details, submit the form and keep a printout of the acknowledgement.
- Keep checking your application status by logging in to the portal from time to time.
How to Check Scholarship Status
- Open scholarship.up.gov.in and go to the Student / Status section.
- Log in with your registration number and date of birth.
- Open “Check Status” to see your application and payment stages.
- Track the bank credit on PFMS (Public Financial Management System) via “Know Your Payment” using your bank account number.
- If the status shows a discrepancy, contact your institution’s nodal officer.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile certificate (Uttar Pradesh)
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate (for SC / ST / OBC, as applicable)
- Previous class marksheet(s)
- Fee receipt from the institution
- Bank passbook (DBT-enabled account)
- Passport-size photograph
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date for UP Scholarship 2026-27?
Fresh applications close on 31 October 2026 and renewal applications on 15 October 2026. Both windows open on 15 September 2026.
Fresh applications close on 31 October 2026 and renewal applications on 15 October 2026. Both windows open on 15 September 2026.
Q2. Who can apply for UP Scholarship?
Students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh and studying in a recognised institution, whose family income is within the prescribed limit, can apply.
Students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh and studying in a recognised institution, whose family income is within the prescribed limit, can apply.
Q3. What is the income limit?
The annual family income limit is Rs. 2,00,000 for General / OBC / Minority students and Rs. 2,50,000 for SC / ST students.
The annual family income limit is Rs. 2,00,000 for General / OBC / Minority students and Rs. 2,50,000 for SC / ST students.
Q4. What is OTR?
OTR (One Time Registration) is a one-time registration on the scholarship portal that every new applicant must complete before filling the scholarship form.
OTR (One Time Registration) is a one-time registration on the scholarship portal that every new applicant must complete before filling the scholarship form.
Q5. How is the scholarship money received?
The amount is transferred through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) directly into the student’s bank account.
The amount is transferred through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) directly into the student’s bank account.
Q6. Is there any application fee?
No — the UP Scholarship application is free of charge for all categories.
No — the UP Scholarship application is free of charge for all categories.
Important Links
| Official Website | scholarship.up.gov.in |
Disclaimer: GramSuvidha is a private information portal (not a government website). For final and official scholarship information, please refer to the official website of the Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh.
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