Government Scholarship · Graduation, Post-Graduation

AKTU Student Welfare Fund & Fee Reimbursement Scheme

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University · Uttar Pradesh

Annual Award₹50k+
Deadline31 Oct
Scheme NameAKTU Student Welfare Fund & Fee Reimbursement Scheme
Provided ByDr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
Eligibility SummaryGraduation, Post-Graduation · Uttar Pradesh residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year

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About the Program

The AKTU Student Welfare Fund and UP fee reimbursement programs support engineering and management students in Uttar Pradesh.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹50k+

The scheme facilitates UP State Post-Matric Fee Reimbursement up to ₹50,000 per year, covering major tuition fee components. Additionally, a maintenance allowance ranging from ₹230 to ₹1,200 per month may be provided depending on the course group and student status. The AKTU Student Welfare Fund component provides emergency financial support for students facing unexpected family crises, such as the sudden death of an earning parent, but does not have a fixed annual disbursement for all students. Benefits are generally disbursed via government scholarship channels, likely through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded accounts.

Covers major tuition fee components directly refunded via government scholarship channels, plus emergency support for students who lose a breadwinning parent.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education LevelGraduation, Post-Graduation
Course / StreamEngineering, Technology, Management, Pharmacy
Minimum Marks55%
Income LimitUp to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Category / CasteGeneral, OBC, SC, ST, Minority
Domicile StateUttar Pradesh

Mandatory Documents Checklist

  • ✓UP Domicile Certificate
  • ✓Income Certificate (family income under ₹2.5L)
  • ✓Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • ✓Marksheet of qualifying exam
  • ✓Fee receipt

Selection Process

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    Candidates are selected based on Uttar Pradesh state rules, primarily focusing on merit (a minimum of 55% marks in the qualifying examination is often considered) and family income slabs

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    Eligibility is extended to students from Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), General Category (EWS), and Minority communities, provided they meet the specified income criteria

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    Applicants must be permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh and enrolled in an AKTU-affiliated college

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    Students admitted through UPTAC counseling or direct admission are eligible, provided their admission was merit-based and adheres to university regulations.

Renewal Policy

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    For annual renewal, students must maintain attendance requirements, pass their annual examinations, and reapply online under the renewal category

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    The renewal process involves selecting the renewal application option on the UP Scholarship Portal, entering previous application details, verifying and updating personal and academic information, checking income and category details, uploading any required documents, and submitting the application

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    Institutional verification is a critical step in ensuring continued eligibility and timely processing of the renewal application.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

  • 1
    Registration

    Visit the official UP Scholarship Portal ([https://scholarship.up.gov.in/](https://scholarship.up.gov.in/)) and register as a 'Fresh' applicant or select 'Renewal' if reapplying.

  • 2
    Form Filling

    Complete the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and bank account details. Select the post-matric technical category and fill in your AKTU college details.

  • 3
    Document Upload

    Upload scanned copies of all mandatory documents, including your Aadhaar Card, recent passport-size photograph, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, admission proof or fee receipt, bank passbook (with IFSC code and account number), and mark sheets of previous qualifying examinations.

  • 4
    Submission to Institution

    After filling and submitting the online form, take a printout of the application form. Submit this printout along with all required hard copies of documents to your AKTU-affiliated institution for verification.

  • 5
    Institutional Verification

    Your college will verify your submitted data, digitally lock it on the portal, and forward the verified details to AKTU.

  • 6
    Status Tracking

    You can track the progress of your scholarship application on the UP Scholarship portal under the 'Status' section. Regularly check for updates from AKTU and the Uttar Pradesh government.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Does AKTU offer internal scholarships directly?

AKTU primarily coordinates the Uttar Pradesh State Post-Matric Scholarship and maintains a separate Student Welfare Fund for specific emergencies. The fee reimbursement scheme is a state government initiative that AKTU-affiliated colleges facilitate.

What are the family income limits to be eligible for the fee reimbursement scheme?

The annual family income limit is ₹2,00,000 (Two Lakhs INR) for General, OBC, and Minority students, and ₹2,50,000 (Two Lakhs Fifty Thousand INR) for SC and ST students.

Are students admitted through direct admission eligible for this scholarship?

Yes, students admitted through direct admission are eligible, provided their admission was merit-based and adhered to the university regulations.

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