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2. What is the UP Pre-Matric Scholarship?
This scholarship targets students studying in recognized schools in Uttar Pradesh—specifically those enrolled in Class 9 or 10 belonging to SC, ST, OBC, Minority, and General (EWS/BPL) categories. Eligible students receive direct financial assistance to support their schooling expenses.
3. Key Dates & Timeline (2025–26)
Here are the expected dates for the 2025–26 cycle:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 2 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 October 2025 |
| Hard Copy Submission to School | 3 July – 4 November 2025 |
| Correction Window for Applications | 18–21 November 2025 |
| Corrected Form Submission Deadline | 23 November 2025 |
| Expected Scholarship Payment by | 31 December 2025 |
4. Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, an applicant must:
Be a resident of Uttar Pradesh
Be studying in Class 9 or 10 at a recognized school in the state
Belong to SC, ST, OBC, Minority, EWS, or BPL category
Have a family annual income not exceeding ₹1 lakh (generally for Pre-Matric)
5. How to Apply Online – Step by Step
Visit the official UP Scholarship Portal at scholarship.up.gov.in or scholarship.up.in
Create a One-Time Registration (OTR) — link your Aadhaar, complete mobile verification, and note your registration ID
Log in using your OTR credentials and select Pre-Matric (Class 9 or 10)
Fill in your personal, academic, income, and bank details accurately
Upload scanned documents as per the checklist below
Submit the application and download/print the confirmation receipt
6. Documents Required – Complete Checklist
Prepare soft and hard copies of the following:
Resident Proof: Aadhaar Card, Ration Card, Voter ID, etc.
Identity Proof: Aadhaar; school ID if applicable
Income Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate
Class 8 Mark Sheet / Admission Proof
Current Year School Fee Receipt or Admission Letter
Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked) or Active Bank Details
Recent Passport-Sized Photograph
Scholarship Amount – What You’ll Receive
While exact amounts may vary, typical disbursements are:
Day Scholars (Pre-Matric): around ₹3,000 annually
Hostellers (Pre-Matric): approx ₹7,000–₹8,000 annually
8. Submission of Hard Copy & Verification
After online submission:
Print your completed application
Submit the hard copy along with all documents to your school within the specified deadline (3 July – 4 Nov 2025)
School officials will verify and forward your application to the district/block authorities for approval
9. Checking Scholarship Status & Payment
Check your application status on the UP Scholarship Portal under Status -> Pre-Matric
Scholarship payments are transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to your Aadhaar-linked bank account by 31 December 2025
Alternatively, track transfers using the PFMS portal
10. Important Tips to Remember
Ensure only one OTR per student—duplicates may lead to disqualification
Double-check all uploaded details to avoid errors
Use the correction window (18–21 Nov) if needed
Submit your hard copy well before deadline to avoid last-minute issues
Keep printouts of your submission and status as a backup
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Online applications open from 2 July 2025 and close on 30 October 2025
UP residents in Class 9–10 enrolled in recognized schools with annual family income below ₹1 lakh and belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS/BPL categories
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