UP Purva Sainik Kalyan Educational Scholarship (Class 10 & 12)
Uttar Pradesh Purva Sainik Kalyan Nigam Limited (UPPSKNL) · Uttar Pradesh
| Scheme Name | UP Purva Sainik Kalyan Educational Scholarship (Class 10 & 12) |
| Provided By | Uttar Pradesh Purva Sainik Kalyan Nigam Limited (UPPSKNL) |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
The UP Purva Sainik Kalyan Educational Scholarship awards up to ₹40,000 to high-performing Class 10 and 12 children of UP ex-servicemen and Nigam staff.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹40k+
The scholarship is a one-time merit cash award for academic excellence in board exams. Class 10 meritorious students receive ₹40,000 (payable in 2 installments of ₹20,000), while Class 12 meritorious students receive ₹30,000. The scholarship is disbursed directly to the beneficiary.
Direct merit cash award up to ₹40,000 for children of UP ex-servicemen and Nigam civilian employees who score high marks in board exams.
Note: Restricted to maximum 2 children of ex-servicemen/Nigam contract staff.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 9-10, Class 11-12 |
| Course / Stream | General Academic |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | Uttar Pradesh |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Class 10 or 12 Board Exam Marksheet (attested)
- ✓ESM Identity Card / Discharge Book of Parent
- ✓Nigam Service Contract Certificate (for civilian employees)
- ✓Bonafide Student / Next Class Admission Proof
- ✓Bank Account details of applicant or parent
Selection Process
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Selection is merit-based among top-scoring children of registered ex-servicemen and Uttar Pradesh Purva Sainik Kalyan Nigam Limited (UPPSKNL) civilian employees who meet the minimum marks criteria
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The scholarship is restricted to a maximum of two eldest children per family
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Minimum marks required are 60% for CBSE/ICSE boards and 50% for UP Board examinations.
Renewal Policy
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This scholarship is a one-time reward per qualifying board examination milestone (Class 10 or Class 12)
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Therefore, it does not have annual renewal conditions in the traditional sense.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Offline. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Website
Navigate to the official website of Uttar Pradesh Purva Sainik Kalyan Nigam Limited (UPPSKNL) at https://www.upsainiknigam.com.
- 2Download Application Form
Locate and download the "SOP & Educational Scholarship form" from the website.
- 3Fill Application Details
Carefully fill in all required details on the form, including the parent's Ex-Servicemen (ESM) service information and the student's board examination marks.
- 4Attach Required Documents
Gather and attach attested copies of the following documents: * Class 10 or 12 Board Exam Marksheet (attested) * ESM Identity Card / Discharge Book of Parent * Nigam Service Contract Certificate (for civilian employees, if applicable) * Bonafide Student / Next Class Admission Proof * Bank Account details of the applicant or parent
- 5Submit Application
Submit the completed application form along with all the attested documents to the concerned Regional AGM Office of UPPSKNL located in Uttar Pradesh. The application deadline for the 2026 scholarship is 31 October 2026.
- 6Status Tracking
Final merit lists of selected candidates are published on the official UPPSKNL website (upsainiknigam.com).
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible for the UP Purva Sainik Kalyan Educational Scholarship?
Dependent children (sons under 25 years of age and unmarried daughters) of registered ex-servicemen or Uttar Pradesh Purva Sainik Kalyan Nigam Limited (UPPSKNL) civilian employees with a valid contract are eligible for this scholarship.
What is the scholarship amount for Class 10 and Class 12 students?
Eligible Class 10 meritorious students receive a one-time award of ₹40,000 (disbursed in two installments of ₹20,000 each), while Class 12 meritorious students receive a one-time award of ₹30,000.
Is this scholarship renewable annually for subsequent academic years?
No, this scholarship is awarded as a one-time merit cash prize per qualifying board examination milestone (either Class 10 or Class 12). It does not have provisions for annual renewal based on continued academic performance in subsequent years for the same board exam.
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