SC/ST Pre Matric Scholarship 2026: ₹3,500-₹8,000 per annum for Class 9-10 Students
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Quick answer
The SC/ST Pre Matric Scholarship provides financial aid to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe students in Uttar Pradesh studying in class 9 or 10. Eligible students can receive up to ₹8,000 per annum and apply online through the official portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹3,500-₹8,000 per annum |
| Ministry / department | Department of Social Welfare |
| Level | State Government (Uttar Pradesh) |
| Age | 12–20 years |
| Income limit | ₹2.5 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department offers a Pre Matric Scholarship specifically for Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who are financially disadvantaged and pursuing secondary education in Class 9 or 10. The scholarship aims to bridge the financial gap that might otherwise hinder their academic progress, encouraging them to complete their matriculation and opening doors to further educational opportunities.
Benefits
- Component‑1: ₹3,500 per annum for day students.
- Component‑1: ₹7,000 per annum for residential students.
- Component‑2: ₹3,500 per annum for day students.
- Component‑2: ₹8,000 per annum for residential students.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Belongs to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
- Dependent of people in occupations traditionally considered untouchable.
- Parents' annual income not more than ₹2,50,000 for Component‑1.
- No income criteria for Component‑2.
- All children of the applicant's parents are eligible.
- Students cannot receive other scholarships alongside this one (with some exceptions).
- Age between 12 and 20 years as of July 1st.
Who cannot apply
- Students receiving other scholarships (except specified exceptions).
Documents required
- Mark sheet of last qualifying examination.
- Caste certificate.
- Income certificate of family.
- Bank passbook photocopy.
- Fee receipt number (if applicable).
- Enrollment number.
- Aadhar card number.
- Latest passport‑size photograph.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official portal at scholarship.up.gov.in and click on Registration under Student option.
- 2Select the appropriate category and pre‑matric (Fresh) option, then provide required details and submit to obtain a registration number.
- 3Log in using the registration number, mobile number, and password, then complete DigiLocker verification.
- 4Fill out the application form with registration, personnel, and bank details, and upload the required documents.
- 5Complete NPCI verification, download the filled application form, and submit it to the institute with all documents.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the SC/ST Pre Matric Scholarship?+
Residents of Uttar Pradesh belonging to SC or ST categories, studying in class 9 or 10, with parents' income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 for Component‑1, and no income criteria for Component‑2, aged 12-20 years.
What financial benefits are provided?+
Component‑1 offers ₹3,500 per annum for day students and ₹7,000 for residential students; Component‑2 offers ₹3,500 per annum for day students and ₹8,000 for residential students.
How to apply for the scholarship?+
Register online on scholarship.up.gov.in, fill the application, upload documents, complete verification, download the form, and submit it to the institute.
Can students receive other scholarships simultaneously?+
No, students cannot receive other scholarships alongside this one, except for some specified exceptions.
What documents are required?+
Mark sheet, caste certificate, income certificate, bank passbook photocopy, fee receipt number (if applicable), enrollment number, Aadhar card, and latest passport‑size photograph.
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