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UP Scholarship 2025 — Pre & Post Matric Eligibility, Dates, Apply Online

Uttar Pradesh Scholarship Scheme offers financial aid to SC, ST, OBC, Minority and General category students from Class 9 to Post-Graduation.

Benefit
Tuition fees + maintenance allowance (varies by course)
Ministry
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Beneficiaries
50+ lakh students annually
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Overview

  • ✦UP Scholarship is divided into Pre-Matric (Class 9-10) and Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards).
  • ✦Separate categories: SC/ST, OBC, Minority, and General — each with its own income limit.
  • ✦Applications are processed via the unified portal scholarship.up.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

  • ✦Must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh
  • ✦Family annual income up to ₹2 lakh (General/OBC), ₹2.5 lakh (SC/ST), ₹2 lakh (Minority)
  • ✦Studying in a recognised institution within UP
  • ✦Minimum 75% attendance in previous year
  • ✦Should not be availing any other scholarship simultaneously
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Required Documents

  • ✦Aadhaar Card
  • ✦Previous year mark sheet
  • ✦Income certificate (issued by Tehsildar)
  • ✦Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC)
  • ✦Domicile certificate of UP
  • ✦Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked, in student's name)
  • ✦Fee receipt of current course
  • ✦Passport size photograph

How to Apply

  1. 1Register on scholarship.up.gov.in with basic details
  2. 2Receive registration number and password via SMS
  3. 3Login and fill the detailed application form
  4. 4Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
  5. 5Take a printout, attach documents and submit to your institution
  6. 6Track status using registration number

Important Dates

Registration typically opens July–August; last date for fresh applications is usually late November (announced each year).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for UP Scholarship 2025?
Dates vary by category each year. Pre-Matric usually closes by mid-November and Post-Matric by late December — check scholarship.up.gov.in for the exact deadline.
How to check UP Scholarship status?
Visit scholarship.up.gov.in → Status → select your category and academic year → enter registration number and date of birth.
Can students from private colleges apply?
Yes, provided the institution is recognised by the UP government and listed on the scholarship portal.

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