Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh

UP Scholarship 2026 (Post Matric) Online Application Started
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Crucial DatesFee Structure
  • Application Start Date : 22 July 2026
  • Last Date for New Registration : 21 September 2026
  • Last Date for Complete Form Submission : 21 September 2026
  • Last Date for Institute Verification : 30 September 2026
  • Last Date for Fact Finding (Scrutiny) : 15 October 2026
  • Last Date for Treasury Challan : 22 October 2026
  • General / OBC / EWS Candidates : ₹ 0 (No fee)
  • SC / ST / PH Candidates : ₹ 0 (No fee)
  • Female (All Categories) : ₹ 0 (No fee)
  • Application is completely free for all eligible students
Maximum & Minimum Age
  • No specific age limit
  • Student must be enrolled in a recognized institution for the academic year 2026-27
  • For Post Matric Class 11 : Passed Class 10 from a recognized board
  • For Post Matric Class 12 : Passed Class 11 from a recognized school
Key Highlights
  • Application window: 22 July 2026 to 21 September 2026
  • Scholarship amount: ₹ 10,000 to ₹ 25,000 per year (course and category dependent)
  • More than 50 lakh students expected to benefit
  • Direct benefit transfer (DBT) via PFMS to student bank account
  • Toll-free helpline: 1800-1800-111
Total PostQualification Required
Various
  • Must be a domicile of Uttar Pradesh
  • Must be enrolled in a school, college, institution or university within UP
  • For Post Matric Class 11 : Passed Class 10 examination and currently in Class 11
  • For Post Matric Class 12 : Passed Class 11 examination and currently in Class 12
  • Annual family income limit: ₹ 2,00,000/- for General/OBC/Minority, ₹ 2,50,000/- for SC/ST
Examination Format
  • Mode of Application : Online only
  • Documents Required : Domicile certificate, income certificate, marksheet of last class, bank passbook, photo
  • Bank Account : Must be in name of student, linked with Aadhaar and PFMS active
  • Aadhaar Mandatory : Yes, for both fresh and renewal applications
  • Scholarship Amount : ₹ 10,000 to ₹ 25,000 per year (depending on course and category)
Selection Method
  • Online application submission by student
  • Verification by institution head within stipulated date
  • Fact finding / scrutiny by District Social Welfare Officer
  • Direct transfer of scholarship amount to student bank account via PFMS
Download Links
UP Scholarship Official PortalClick Here
New Student Registration (Fresh)Click Here
Renewal Application LoginClick Here
Know Your Application StatusClick Here
Institute Login (For Verification)Click Here
Helpdesk Number: 1800-1800-111 (Toll Free)Click Here
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UP Scholarship 2026 Apply Online — Post Matric Registration Started

Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh has officially opened the online application window for the UP Scholarship 2026 (Post Matric) on 22 July 2026. The scheme covers students of Class 11, Class 12, and all higher education courses including undergraduate, postgraduate, technical, and professional programs. Both fresh (new) and renewal applications can be submitted on the official portal at scholarship.up.gov.in. The last date for online application submission is 21 September 2026, after which no new applications will be accepted under any circumstances.

The UP Post Matric Scholarship is one of the largest scholarship schemes in India, with more than 50 lakh students expected to benefit this year. The scholarship amount ranges from ₹ 10,000 to ₹ 25,000 per year depending on the course level and student category. The amount is directly credited to the bank account of the student via the PFMS (Public Financial Management System) platform after verification by the institution head and scrutiny by the District Social Welfare Officer. The Sarkari Notice 247 team advises all eligible students to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal issues.

To apply, students need to keep their documents ready in advance — UP domicile certificate, income certificate (issued by Tehsil), marksheet of the last passed class, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and a recent passport-size photograph. The bank account must be in the name of the student, linked with Aadhaar, and PFMS-active. The application is completely free of cost for all categories. No middleman or agent should be engaged for the application; the entire process is online and self-explanatory.

The SJN 2026 portal will continue to bring the latest updates on the UP Scholarship 2026 including institution verification deadlines, scrutiny dates, payment status, and renewal application corrections. Students are advised to bookmark this page and the official scholarship portal for future reference. For any queries, students may contact the toll-free helpline at 1800-1800-111 or visit the nearest District Social Welfare Office.

How to Apply for UP Scholarship 2026 Online

  • ☐ Visit the official UP Scholarship portal at scholarship.up.gov.in.
  • ☐ For new students: Click on “New Registration” and fill in basic details (name, DOB, mobile, email).
  • ☐ For renewal students: Click on “Renewal Login” and enter your registration number, DOB, and password.
  • ☐ Fill in the complete application form with personal, academic, and bank details.
  • ☐ Upload scanned copies of all required documents in JPG/PDF format (max 100KB each).
  • ☐ Submit the form and note down the registration number for future reference.
  • ☐ Take a printout of the submitted application form and submit it to your institution head for verification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. When does the UP Scholarship 2026 application window open and close?
The application window opened on 22 July 2026 and the last date for both fresh and renewal applications is 21 September 2026. The institution verification deadline is 30 September 2026.
Q2. What documents are required for UP Scholarship 2026?
You need UP domicile certificate, income certificate (issued by Tehsil), marksheet of last passed class, Aadhaar card, bank passbook (in your name, linked with Aadhaar and PFMS-active), and a recent passport-size photograph.
Q3. Is the UP Scholarship application free?
Yes, the application is completely free for all categories — General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, and Female. No fee is charged at any stage of the application or disbursement process.
Q4. What is the scholarship amount under UP Post Matric Scheme?
The scholarship amount ranges from ₹ 10,000 to ₹ 25,000 per year depending on the course level and student category. The amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account via PFMS after verification.
Q5. I forgot my password. How can I reset it?
On the login page, click on the “Forgot Password” link. Enter your registration number, DOB, and the captcha. A password reset link will be sent to your registered email and an OTP to your mobile number. Use either to reset your password.