UP Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship (General/SC/ST)
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh · Uttar Pradesh
| Scheme Name | UP Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship (General/SC/ST) |
| Provided By | Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12 · Uttar Pradesh residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
About the Program
The UP Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship provides tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance support to General, SC, and ST category students studying in Class 11 and 12.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹15k+
The scholarship typically includes two parts: a maintenance allowance and fee reimbursement. The fee reimbursement covers the tuition fee submitted by the student to the institution. The scholarship amount, ranging from ₹2,500 to ₹13,500 annually, is disbursed directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) via the Aadhaar-Based Payment System (ABPS). For the 2026-27 cycle, payment dates for Class 9-12 renewal applications are expected from October 25-31, 2026, and for fresh applications from January 25-31, 2027.
Reimbursement of non-refundable fees set by the board and monthly maintenance allowance to cover educational costs for Class 11 and 12 students.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 11-12 |
| Course / Stream | Class 11, Class 12 |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, SC, ST |
| Domicile State | Uttar Pradesh |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Passport size photograph
- ✓Caste Certificate
- ✓Income Certificate
- ✓Domicile Certificate
- ✓Class 10 Marksheet
- ✓College admission/fee receipt
- ✓Bank Account Passbook (Aadhaar linked)
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on several criteria for the academic year 2026-27
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Applicants must be permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh or possess a valid UP domicile certificate
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They must be enrolled in recognized institutions for post-matric intermediate (Class 11 and 12) or higher courses
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The annual family income should not exceed ₹2,00,000 from all sources for General, OBC, and Minority categories, and ₹2,50,000 for SC and ST categories
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Students must have passed their previous examination with a minimum of 50% marks to be eligible
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Additionally, the applicant's institution must be recognized and not blacklisted on the UP Scholarship portal.
Renewal Policy
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Students who received a scholarship in the previous academic session (2025-26) and are continuing in an eligible class or course can apply through the Renewal category for the 2026-27 session
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Renewal eligibility is tied to examination performance, requiring students to meet academic benchmarks, including no failures in prior exams and maintaining a minimum GPA
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Institutions verify these academic records and enforce a 75% attendance requirement, submitting term reports to the portal for cross-validation
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The renewal application process involves logging into the dedicated renewal portal, updating previous registration/OTR details, current class/course information, and submitting required documents such as mark sheets, income, and caste certificates.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1One Time Registration (OTR)
* Visit the official UP Scholarship portal: [scholarship.up.gov.in](https://scholarship.up.gov.in/). * Look for the 'Student' section and select 'New Registration' (for fresh applicants) or 'Renewal Login' (for previous beneficiaries). * Complete the OTR process using an active mobile number and Aadhaar e-KYC. This generates a unique OTR number. **
- 2Filling the Application Form
* After OTR, log in using your OTR number/registration number and password. * Choose the appropriate scholarship category, which for intermediate students is 'Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship'. * Fill in all personal, academic, income, institution, and bank details carefully. * Upload required documents, including your passport-size photograph, previous year's marksheet, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and fee receipt. * Review all entered information for accuracy before final submission. * Submit the form online and take a printout of the final application. * Submit the hard copy of the application along with all required attachments to your educational institution within the specified deadline. **
- 3Tracking Application Status
* Visit the official UP Scholarship Portal and click on the 'Status' tab on the homepage. * Select the applicable academic session (e.g., 2026-27) and your scholarship category. * Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth, and the Captcha code, then click 'Search' or 'Submit'. * Your application status will be displayed, indicating stages like 'Pending Verification', 'Institution Verified', 'District Approved', 'Sanctioned', or 'Disbursed'. * For payment status, you can also check through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) portal by entering your bank details. * Regularly check the portal for any objections, correction instructions, verification updates, or payment-related information.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the income limits and domicile requirements for the UP Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship 2026-27?
To be eligible, students must be permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh. The annual family income should not exceed ₹2,00,000 for General, OBC, and Minority categories, and ₹2,50,000 for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories.
How and when will the scholarship amount be disbursed for the 2026-27 academic year?
The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). For the 2026-27 cycle, payments for Class 9-12 renewal applications are scheduled between October 25-31, 2026, and for fresh applications between January 25-31, 2027.
What are the conditions for renewing the UP Post-Matric Intermediate Scholarship?
To renew the scholarship for 2026-27, students must have received the scholarship in the previous session and continue in an eligible class/course. Key conditions include passing the previous examination without failure, meeting progressive academic benchmarks (e.g., minimum GPA), and maintaining at least 75% attendance. The renewal application is submitted online through the dedicated renewal login on the official portal.
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