PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC/EBC/DNT Students (J&K)
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India & Directorate of Social Welfare J&K · Jammu & Kashmir
| Scheme Name | PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC/EBC/DNT Students (J&K) |
| Provided By | Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India & Directorate of Social Welfare J&K |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 9-10, Class 11-12, UG, PG, Diploma · OBC/EBC/DNT · Jammu & Kashmir residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
There are multiple versions of this scheme — check if one of these fits you better:
About the Program
Apply for PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC, and DNT students in Jammu & Kashmir. Find eligibility, benefits, and dates.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹20k+
For Pre-Matric (Classes 9-10), the scholarship provides up to ₹75,000 per annum. For Post-Matric (Classes 11-12), it offers up to ₹1,25,000 per annum. For higher education (post-Class 12) in notified institutions, the scholarship covers full tuition fees, ₹3,000 monthly living expenses, ₹5,000 yearly for books and stationery, and laptop assistance up to ₹45,000. The scholarship amount is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account, covering tuition fees, hostel charges, books, and other educational expenses.
Academic allowance and tuition fees reimbursement.
Note: Aadhaar-seeding of bank account is mandatory for DBT.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 9-10, Class 11-12, UG, PG, Diploma |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | OBC/EBC/DNT |
| Domicile State | Jammu & Kashmir |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Domicile Certificate of J&K
- ✓OBC/EBC/DNT Category Certificate
- ✓Income Certificate (family income under ₹2.5 Lakh)
- ✓Previous year marksheet
- ✓Fee receipt of current academic year
- ✓Bank Passbook linked to Aadhaar
Selection Process
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From the academic year 2026-27, the YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) has been permanently discontinued
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Selection for the scholarship is now purely merit-based, determined by the student's marks obtained in their previous year's school examination
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A state-wise merit list is prepared for selection
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For college-level scholarships, admission should be through an entrance exam or merit-based selection
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A minimum of 30% of the scholarship seats are reserved for eligible girl students.
Renewal Policy
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The PM-YASASVI scholarship is granted for one academic year at a time and is not automatically renewed
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students must apply again annually on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
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To be eligible for renewal, students must have scored a minimum of 60% marks in their annual school examination for the year they are renewing from, and their family's annual income must remain below ₹2.5 lakh
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Additionally, students must not be holding any other government scholarship simultaneously and must remain enrolled as a full-time student in the same or another approved top-class school or institution
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Satisfactory academic performance and maintaining at least 75% attendance, verified through an Aadhaar-based attendance system, are also prerequisites for renewal
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Students who fail to get promoted to the next class or level will forfeit the scholarship
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The scholarship is available for only one year per class
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if a student repeats a class, they will not receive the scholarship for that class for a second year.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Registration (One-Time Registration - OTR) * Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at [scholarships.gov.in](https://scholarships.gov.in/). * Click on the 'New Registration' or 'New OTR Registration' option under 'Applicant Corner'. * Read the instructions/guidelines carefully, provide the undertaking by clicking the checkbox, and then click 'Continue'. * Complete the registration using your Aadhaar and mobile number, generating a unique login ID. * Complete the eKYC process and click 'Finish'. ###
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Application Submission * Log in to the NSP using your Application ID/OTR and password. * Select the 'PM YASASVI Central Sector Scheme Of Top Class Education In Schools For OBC, EBC And DNT Students' or 'PM-YASASVI: Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students'. * Fill in the application form with all required personal, academic, and bank details accurately as per your certificates. * Upload the necessary documents, including Aadhaar Card, previous class marksheet, income certificate, caste certificate, domicile certificate, passport-size photograph, and bank account details. * Verify all details thoroughly before submitting the application. * Submit the application form online. * Download or print the application form for future reference. ###
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Status Tracking * Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at [scholarships.gov.in](https://scholarships.gov.in/). * Click on 'Application Status'. * Select the academic year (e.g., 2026-27) and choose between 'Fresh' or 'Renewal' option. * Enter your application number, password, and the captcha. * Click on the 'Login' button to view the status of your scholarship application. * The selection list will be released after the registration and verification process.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible to apply for the PM-YASASVI Scholarship?
Students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNT) are eligible. Applicants must be studying in Class 9 or Class 11 in a Ministry-approved top-class school. The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. For college education, students must have secured admission in a full-time prescribed course in a notified institution.
What is the scholarship amount and what expenses does it cover?
For students in Classes 9 and 10, the scholarship provides up to ₹75,000 per annum. For students in Classes 11 and 12, it offers up to ₹1,25,000 per annum. For higher education, it covers full tuition fees, a monthly living allowance of ₹3,000, ₹5,000 yearly for books and stationery, and up to ₹45,000 for a laptop. The scholarship is intended to cover tuition fees, hostel charges, books, and other educational expenses, and the amount is directly credited to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Has the YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) been discontinued, and how are students selected now?
Yes, the YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) has been permanently discontinued from the academic year 2026-27. Student selection is now entirely merit-based, determined by the marks obtained in their previous year's school examination. A state-wise merit list is prepared for scholarship allocation.
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