The Social Welfare Department of Uttar Pradesh has officially announced the acceptance of online applications for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025. Students interested in these scholarships can apply through the department’s official portal. The initiative aims to support students from economically weaker sections by providing financial aid for their education.
Key Dates for Application Process
The scholarship application process began on July 1, 2024, and will remain open until December 31, 2024. Students must adhere to the following important dates to ensure timely submission:
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Event |
Date |
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Registration |
July 1 - December 20 |
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Online Application Submission |
July 12 - 31 |
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Final Printout |
July 15 - 16 |
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Data Lock |
December 31 - March 5 |
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Student Validation |
November 26 - February 24 |
Students can apply for various scholarship categories depending on their current level of education, with specific timelines for each stage of the application process.
Available Scholarship Categories
The Uttar Pradesh government offers four distinct scholarship categories to meet the needs of students at various stages of their academic journey.
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Pre-Matric Scholarship: For students studying in Classes 9 and 10.
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Post-Matric Scholarship: For students in Classes 11 and 12.
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Post-Matric Other Than Inter: For university students.
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Post-Matric Outside State: For students from other states who are studying in Uttar Pradesh.
Each category provides financial assistance to students to continue their education without the burden of economic constraints.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Uttar Pradesh government’s scholarship program, students must meet specific eligibility criteria related to their educational background and family income.
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Eligibility Criteria |
Requirement |
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Educational |
Must have passed the last exam. |
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Financial Status |
For Post-Matric (OBC, Minority, General): Income ≤ Rs. 2,00,000 |
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For SC/ST: Income ≤ Rs. 2,50,000 |
These requirements ensure that financial aid reaches students who are most in need of support to continue their education.
How to Apply for the Scholarship
Students who wish to apply for the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric scholarships can follow these steps:
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Visit the official website of UP Scholarship: scholarship.up.gov.in.
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Register for the scholarship program.
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Submit the required documents and complete the application form.
Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year started on July 20, 2024, and will remain open until December 20, 2024.
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Scholarship Type |
Application Link |
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UP Scholarship Post-Matric (Fresh Candidates) |
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UP Scholarship Post-Matric (Renewal Candidates) |
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UP Scholarship Post-Matric (Outside State, Fresh) |
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UP Scholarship Post-Matric (Outside State, Renewal) |
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UP Scholarship Pre-Matric (Fresh Candidates) |
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UP Scholarship Pre-Matric (Renewal Candidates) |
Documents Required for Application
To complete their scholarship application, students must submit several essential documents, including their last qualifying exam mark sheet, a valid caste certificate, and an income certificate. Additionally, they need to provide a bank passbook linked to their Aadhar number, a fee receipt number, an enrollment number, their Aadhar card number, and a recent passport-size photograph. Applicants are advised to verify all details on the official website to ensure a smooth and successful application process.
The deadline for submitting applications is December 31, 2024. Interested students are advised to apply promptly and refer to the official website for further details.
