government SchemeVerified for 2026
PM-YASASVI Top Class Education Scheme for OBC/EBC/DNT Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/PercentPassing marks only
Target Education LevelsClass 9, Class 10, Class 11, Class 12, Undergraduate
Eligible Caste/CategoriesOBC/EBC/DNT
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Must be a citizen of India
Special Conditions
Applicant must be studying in one of the empanelled schools/institutions notified by the Ministry.
FAQs for PM-YASASVI Top Class Education Scheme for OBC/EBC/DNT
Q.What is the benefit amount under the PM-YASASVI Top Class Education Scheme?
For students of Class 9 and 10, the scholarship is up to ₹75,000 per year. For Class 11 and 12, it is up to ₹1,25,000 per year.
Q.Who can apply for this scheme?
Students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified, Nomadic Tribes (DNT) categories whose annual parental income is under ₹2.5 Lakh can apply.
Q.Do I need to clear an entrance exam for this scholarship?
No, selection is now done based on merit list compilation of students studying in designated empanelled top-class institutions, without a separate YET entrance test.
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