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G-INews, Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Scholarship program for the 2025-26 academic year is a vital resource for students across various categories, including General, OBC, SC, ST, and Minority communities. Managed by the state government, these scholarships aim to provide financial support for students pursuing education within the state.
Overview of UP Scholarship Programs
The state offers two primary categories based on the student’s level of study:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship: For students currently in Classes 9 and 10.
- Post-Matric Scholarship: For students in Classes 11 and 12, as well as those pursuing higher education (Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, or Doctoral programs).
Important Dates: UP Scholarship 2025-26
To ensure your application is successful, it is critical to adhere to the official timeline. Below is the structured schedule for the application and disbursement process (excluding Classes 11 & 12).
Phase 1: Registration & Application Submission
Event Start Date End DateRegistration / Online Application by Student July 10, 2025 January 14, 2026Final Printout of Application July 12, 2025 January 17, 2026Submission of Hard Copy to Institution July 02, 2025 January 21, 2026Forwarding of Application by Institution (Step 1) July 11, 2025 December 10, 2025
Phase 2: Verification & Disbursement (Cycle I)
Event Start Date End DateScrutiny by NIC (First Phase) December 11, 2025 December 26, 2025Data Locking by District Committee December 26, 2025 January 10, 2026Demand Creation (Phase 1) — January 15, 2026Transfer of Funds (Phase 1) — January 24, 2026
Phase 3: Correction Window & Final Disbursement (Cycle II)
Event Start Date End DateCorrection Window (For Students) February 10, 2026 February 13, 2026Submission of Corrected Forms to Institution — February 18, 2026Re-scrutiny by NIC February 19, 2026 February 27, 2026Final Fund Transfer (Phase 2) — March 18, 2026
Eligibility & How to Apply
To be eligible, students must be residents of Uttar Pradesh and enrolled in a recognized educational institution.
Portal: Applications must be submitted online at https://scholarship.up.gov.in
Documentation: Keep your Aadhaar card, income certificate, caste certificate, and previous year’s mark sheets ready.
Authentication: Ensure your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar for OTP verification.
Note: Some specific minority community scholarships may also be accessible via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Always double-check with your institution to ensure you are applying through the correct channel.
