About this education scheme
The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department offers a Pre Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. This scholarship aims to financially assist students from these categories to pursue secondary education and complete their matriculation.
The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department offers a Pre Matric Scholarship specifically designed to support Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who are financially disadvantaged and pursuing secondary education in Class 9 or 10. This scholarship program recognizes the importance of education in empowering students from marginalized communities and aims to bridge the financial gap that might otherwise hinder their academic progress. By providing financial assistance, the scholarship helps alleviate the financial burden on SC families and encourages students to complete their matriculation, opening doors to further educational opportunities and brighter futures.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | SC/ST Pre Matric Scholarship – Uttar Pradesh (PMCUP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Welfare |
| Launch year | 2016 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Uttar Pradesh |
| Official portal | scholarship.up.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 2.5 lakh per year |
| Age | 12 to 20 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 12 to 20 years
- 🏷️SC / ST
- 💰Income Rs. 2.5 lakh tak
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Component-1
- Rs. 3,500/- per annum (Day Students).
- Rs. 7,000/- per annum (residential students).
- Component-2
- Rs. 3,500/- per annum (Day Students).
- Rs. 8,000/- per annum (residential students).
Who qualifies
- Beneficiary must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Beneficiary must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe(ST) category.
- Beneficiaries who are dependents of people in occupations traditionally considered untouchable.
- Financial:
- Component 1: Beneficiaries' parents' annual income should not be more than Rs. 2,50,000/-.
- Component 2: No income criteria.
- All the children of the applicant's parents will be eligible.
- Students cannot receive other scholarships alongside this one (with some exceptions).
- Beneficiary's age limit is 12 to 20 years old (as of July 1st).
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration:
Step-1: Applicant need to visit the official website.
Step-2: Click Registration under Student option.
Step-3: Select the option among the following:
- For ST,SC,General Category) (Fresh)
- For OBC Category
- For Minority Category
- For children studying in class 9 and 10 of parents engaged in unclean profession.
Step-4: Select the further option accordingly
- Pre-matric (Fresh).
- Post-matric Intermediate (Fresh).
- Post-matric Other Than Intermediate (Fresh).
- Post-matric Other State (Fresh).
Step-5: Provide the required information for registration and click on submit.
Step-6: Now, note down the registration number from the screen.
Login:
Step-1: Applicant need to visit the official website.
Step-2: Click Fresh Login under Student option.
Step-3: Fill out the required details.
- Registration Number.
- Mobile Number.
- Password.
Step-4: Complete the DigiLocker verification.
Step-5: Fill out the application form.
- Registration Details
- Personnel Details.
- Bank Details.
Step-6: Upload required documents.
Step-7: Complete NPCI verification.
Step-8: Download the application form.
Step-9: Submit the application form to the institute with all required documents.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Jan 2016 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
What is this scheme ?
The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department offers a Pre Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste (SC) students. This scholarship aims to financially assist students from these categories to pursue secondary education and complete their matriculation. Image of Uttar Pradesh
What benefits are provided ?
Financial benefits are provide.
How much financial benefits are provided?
Component-1
Rs. 3,500/- per annum (Day Students).
Rs. 7,000/- per annum (residential students).
Component-2
Rs. 3,500/- per annum (Day Students).
Rs. 8,000/- per annum (residential students).
Who can get the scheme benefits?
All eligible student from the resident of Uttar Pradesh can get the scheme benefits.
What is the caste eligibility criteria ?
Applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
What is educational eligibility criteria ?
Applicant must be studying in Class 9 or 10 in a recognized school.
What is financial eligibility criteria ?
Applicant family's annual income must not exceed Rs. 2,50,000/-.
What is the procedure to get the scheme benefits?
1. The applicant will have to register himself online.
2. Fill out the application form.
3. Download the filled application form and submit it to the institute.
What documents are required?
1. Mark sheet of your last qualifying examination.
2. Caste certificate.
3. Income certificate of your family.
4. Bank passbook photocopy (where the scholarship amount will be deposited).
5. Fee receipt number (if applicable).
6. Enrollment number.
7. Aadhar card number.
8. Latest passport-sized photograph.
What is official URL to get register and fill out application form?
Follow the below URL.
Link : https://scholarship.up.gov.in/
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines scholarship.up.gov.in (PDF)
- Amendment scholarship.up.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Website scholarship.up.gov.in
- Registration scholarship.up.gov.in
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