The Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh has opened the online application portal for the UP Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Scheme 2026-27. Eligible students can apply for Pre-Matric, Post-Matric (Intermediate), and Dashmottar (UG/PG/Diploma/ITI) scholarships through the official portal.
Current Status:
- Dashmottar (UG/PG/Diploma/ITI) Fresh applications are open till 31 October 2026.
- Renewal applications close on 15 October 2026.
- Applications for Class 9–12 have largely closed.
UP Scholarship 2026-27 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | UP Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Scheme |
| Department | Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Nil (Free for all categories) |
| Official Website | scholarship.up.gov.in |
Important Dates (2026-27)
| Category | Fresh Application | Renewal Application |
|---|---|---|
| Class 9–10 (Pre-Matric) | 11 Aug – 21 Sep 2026 | 11 Aug – 25 Aug 2026 |
| Class 11–12 (Post-Matric Intermediate) | 11 Aug – 21 Sep 2026 | 11 Aug – 25 Aug 2026 |
| UG/PG/Diploma/ITI (Dashmottar) | 15 Sep – 31 Oct 2026 | 15 Sep – 15 Oct 2026 |
Scholarship Disbursement (Tentative):
- Class 9–12 Renewal: October 2026
- Class 9–12 Fresh: January 2027
- Dashmottar: December 2026 – January 2027
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a domicile of Uttar Pradesh.
- Studying in a recognized institution in Uttar Pradesh.
- Passed the previous class/exam.
- Annual family income limits apply (generally ₹2 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh depending on category – check official notification).
- Categories covered: General, OBC, SC, ST, and Minority.
Scholarship Categories:
- Pre-Matric: Class 9 & 10
- Post-Matric Intermediate: Class 11 & 12
- Dashmottar: UG, PG, Diploma, ITI, Certificate Courses
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Previous Year Marksheet
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile / Residence Certificate
- Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked account)
- Fee Receipt
- Passport Size Photograph
- Enrollment Number
How to Apply for UP Scholarship 2026-27
- Visit the official website: https://scholarship.up.gov.in/
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if required.
- Select the correct category (Pre-Matric / Post-Matric / Dashmottar).
- Choose Fresh or Renewal.
- Fill in personal, academic, bank, and institutional details.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
- Submit the hard copy with documents to your school/college for verification.
Note: Renewal candidates can use their previous registration number.
Important Points
- No application fee is charged.
- Scholarship is transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student’s bank account.
- Students must submit the hard copy of the form to their institution within the given timeline.
- Always verify the latest dates and eligibility from the official portal.