Government SchemeVerified for 2026

UP Pre-Matric Scholarship (General/SC/ST) Income Limit 2026

Maximum Annual Family Income

₹2,50,000 per annum

Income Verification Rules

Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).

  • The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
  • Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.

FAQs for UP Pre-Matric Scholarship (General/SC/ST)

Q.What is the family income limit for General category students?

For General category students, the annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000 (2 Lakhs). For SC/ST students, the limit is ₹2,50,000 (2.5 Lakhs).

Q.Is One-Time Registration (OTR) mandatory?

Yes, starting from the current academic session, completing the OTR process on the official portal is mandatory before filling the application.

Q.Can students from outside UP apply?

No, this scholarship is strictly for students who are domiciles of Uttar Pradesh and studying in recognized schools within the state.