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PM Yasasvi Scholarship

Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
All India
Deadline: 31 Jul 2026

Important: PM-YASASVI Program Variations

This is the general national program. If you belong to specialized categories or regions, please see the specific branches:• Studying at an elite empanelled national college (like an IIT, NIT, or top-tier boarding school)? See the PM-YASASVI Top Class Education Scheme.• Resident of Jammu & Kashmir? See the PM-YASASVI J&K OBC/EBC/DNT Scheme.

About the Program

Complete guide to the PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026 on NSP. Check OBC/EBC/DNT eligibility, list of empanelled schools, and online application guidelines.

Benefits & Financial Support

Total scholarship amount
₹1.3 Lakh+

Pre-matric students (Classes 9-10) receive ₹4,000/year for general education; however, meritorious students in Top Class Schools for Classes 9-10 receive up to ₹75,000/year. Post-matric students (Classes 11-12) in Top Class Schools receive up to ₹1,25,000/year, covering tuition and hostel expenses. All amounts are transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) [2][3][5].

Inclusions

  • Class 9 & 10:up to ₹75,000 per annum.

  • Class 11 & 12:up to ₹1,25,000 per annum.

  • Paid directly via DBT for school/hostel fees.

Important Note

Restricted to designated empanelled schools and OBC/EBC/DNT categories.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Class 9, Class 11

Must be enrolled in All Streams.

Financial & Category

Income LimitUp to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Applicable CategoryOBC, EWS

Selection Process

  • Selection is merit-based, determined by the student's school board marks from the previous academic year and enrollment in empanelled Top Class Schools listed on the NSP portal

  • There is no separate entrance exam for the 2026 cycle [2][5][7].

Renewal Policy

  • The scholarship is renewable annually for the duration of the course (up to Class 12) provided the student maintains the required academic performance (typically passing the previous year's exams) and continues enrollment in the empanelled institution

  • Renewal is processed automatically through the NSP upon successful verification by the institute and district officers [3][5].

Application Process

  • 1

    Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at https://scholarships.gov.in/.

  • 2

    Click on 'Apply for Scholarship' and select 'Register' if you are a new user.

  • 3

    Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) using your mobile number, Aadhaar details, and OTP verification.

  • 4

    Log in to your account, complete eKYC, and click 'Finish' to activate your profile.

  • 5

    Navigate to 'Apply for Scholarship', select 'PM Yashasvi Scholarship' (or Top Class School Education Scheme for OBC/EBC/DNT), and fill in personal, academic, and family details.

  • 6
    Upload required documents

    Caste Certificate, Income Certificate (family income ≤ ₹2.50 Lakhs), Bank Account Details (Aadhaar-seeded), Class 8/10 Marksheet, and Admission Proof. **

  • 7

    ** Submit the application before the deadline (typically August 31, 2026 for school students) and save the Application ID to track status [2][4][5][7].

Documents Required

* Caste Certificate (OBC/EBC/DNT)
* Family Income Certificate (< ₹2.50 Lakhs)
* Identity Proof / Aadhaar Card
* School bonafide showing studying in empanelled top schools

Important Dates

Application Deadline

31 July 2026

Online applications close on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) on July 31, 2026 (subject to official extensions).

Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.

Scholarship Quick Facts

Provider TypeGovernment
Education LevelClass 9, Class 11
Application ModeOnline
State/RegionAll India
Income Limit₹2.5L/yr
Last Verified2026

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Common Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is the minimum family income limit to apply for PM Yashasvi Scholarship 2026?

The annual family income must be less than ₹2.50 Lakhs. Students belonging to OBC, EBC, and De-notified Tribes (DNT) categories are eligible if they meet this income criterion [5][7][11].

Q. Is there a separate entrance exam for the PM Yashasvi Scholarship 2026?

No, there is no separate entrance exam. Selection is based solely on the student's school board marks from the previous year and their enrollment in an empanelled Top Class School listed on the NSP portal [2][5][7].

Q. Can I apply if I already receive another government scholarship?

No, a student cannot hold two government scholarships simultaneously. If you are already receiving another government scholarship, you must choose one and cannot avail of the PM Yashasvi Scholarship in addition to it [11].

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Helpline: 0120-6619540, helpdesk@nsp.gov.in

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