UP Scholarship

Written By Manya Khare   | Published on November 20, 2023




UP Scholarship Scheme is a welfare scheme launched by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, India, aimed at providing financial assistance to students belonging to economically weaker sections of the society to help them continue their education. The scheme was launched in 2008.

Benefits of UP Scholarship

Under the scheme, the government provides financial assistance for tuition fees, examination fees, and other educational expenses to the eligible students.

The scholarship amount varies depending on the level of education and the category of the student.

The application process for the UP Scholarship Scheme is online Eligible students can apply for the scholarship through the official website of the scheme. The application process is open for a limited period. Students are required to submit their applications within the specified timeline.

The UP Scholarship Scheme aims to provide equal opportunities for education to all students, irrespective of their financial background. The scheme helps in reducing the dropout rate among students and encourages them to continue their education.

Types of Scholarship in UP

  • Pre- matric scholarship

  • Post- matric scholarship

  • Post- matric other than inter

  • Post- matric other than state

Documents Required for UP Scholarship

  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)

  • Income Certificate

  • Aadhar Card

UP Scholarship Process

  • Registration

  • Aadhar Authentication

  • Form Submission

  • Verification from Institution

  • Scrutiny

  • Verification from district welfare committee

  • Aadhar Based Fund Disbursement

Eligibility Criteria for Pre-Matric Scholarship

  • The applicant should be a resident of Uttar Pradesh

  • Annual Income from all sources must not exceed more than Rs. 1,00,000.

Eligibility Criteria for Post- Matric Scholarship

  • The applicant should be a resident of Uttar Pradesh

  • Annual Income from all sources for OBC, Minority and General category must not exceed more than Rs. 2,00,000.

  • Annual Income from all sources for SC/ST Category must not exceed more than Rs. 2,50,000.

Eligibility Criteria for Post- Matric Scholarship Other than Inter

  • The applicants in the graduate, post-graduation, Ph.D. or higher levels under SC/ST/General category are eligible to apply for the schemes.

  • Annual Income from all sources for OBC, Minority and General category must not exceed more than Rs. 2,00,000.

  • Annual Income from all sources for SC/ST Category must not exceed more than Rs. 2,50,000.

Benefits of Post- Matric Scholarship

Group 

Day Scholar (amount received per month) 

Hostler (amount received per month)

1

550

1200

2

530

880

3

300

570

4

230

380

How to Register for UP Scholarships for Students?

Follow the below steps to register for UP Scholarships.

  • Visit the UP Scholarship Portal.

  • Click on ‘Registration’ under ‘Student’.

  • You can register under three categories according to your category.

    • For SC/ST General Category

    • For OBC Category

    • For Minority Category

  • Select the type of application.

    • Prematric

    • Post Matric

    • Postmatric other than Intermediate

    • Post Matric other state

  • An application form will open on your screen.

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  • Fill in all the required details.

  • Click on ‘Generate OTP’.

  • An OTP will be sent on the entered mobile number. Enter the OTP.

  • Click on ‘Proceed’.

  • You will receive a registration number. 

  • You can login using the registration number and password.

How to Apply for UP Scholarship for Pre Matric Students?

Follow the below steps to apply for UP Scholarship for Pre Matric Students.

  • Visit the UP Scholarship Portal.

  • Click on ‘Fresh Login’ under ‘Student’.

  • Select Pre Matric Student Login.

    • Pre Matric Student Login

    • Intermediate Student Login

    • Postmatric other than Inter Login

    • Post Matric other state Login

  • Login using your registration number and password.

  • Complete the application process one by one.

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  • You can receive the hard copy of the application from your institution.

How to Apply for UP Scholarship for Post Matric Students?

Follow the below steps to apply for UP Scholarship for Post Matric Students.

  • Visit the UP Scholarship Portal.

  • Click on ‘Fresh Login’ under ‘Student’.

  • Select ‘Intermediate Student Login’

  • Login using your registration number and password.

  • Complete the application process one by one.

  • You can receive the hard copy of the application from your institution.

How to Check Application Status for UP Scholarship?

Follow the below steps to check application status for UP Scholarship.

  • Visit the UP Scholarship Portal.

  • Click on ‘Status’.

  • Select the year for which you want to see the status.

  • Enter your registration number and date of birth.

check application status up scholarship

  • Enter the captcha and click on ‘Search’.

References

While crafting this guide, we have consulted reliable and authoritative sources, including official government directives, user manuals, and pertinent content sourced from government websites.

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