Students in Uttar Pradesh can now track their scholarship applications online for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Uttar Pradesh scholarship program supports students from General, Other Backward Classes (OBC), Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and minority groups. The initiative aims to increase education access and enrollment across the state.
Online Application and Tracking
The official UP Scholarship portal, scholarship.up.gov.in, allows students to monitor their application status in real-time. This system digitizes the process, eliminating the need for physical visits to government offices. Students can view application stages, from institutional verification to final approval by the District Scholarship Committee (DSC).
To check status, students log in using their registration number and birthdate . Application statuses include ‘Pending,’ ‘Verified,’ or ‘Discrepancies.’ Any discrepancies require immediate correction.
Approved scholarships are disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account. This process is integrated with the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) to ensure timely and secure fund transfer.
How to Apply
Students must complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) on scholarship.up.gov.in using their Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
After registration, students log in and accurately fill in their financial, academic, and personal details. Scanned copies of required documents must be uploaded. These include caste certificates, income certificates, fee receipts, and a recent photograph.
A printed copy of the application and supporting documents must be submitted to the student’s educational institution for online verification.
Key Dates for UP Scholarship 2025-26
The following table outlines the schedule for the 2025-26 academic session:
| Event / Milestone | Scheduled Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration / Online Application Period | July 10, 2025 – January 14, 2026 |
| Final Printout of Application | July 12, 2025 – January 17, 2026 |
| Submission of Hard Copy to Institution | July 02, 2025 – January 21, 2026 |
| Correction Window (Application Forms) | February 10, 2026 – February 13, 2026 |
| Transfer of Scholarship Funds (Phase II) | March 18, 2026 |
Required Documents
Applicants need the following documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Uttar Pradesh Domicile/Residence Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates)
- Aadhaar-linked Bank Passbook
- Last Qualifying Exam Mark Sheet
- Current Academic Year Fee Receipt or Admission Proof
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Registration Number (for renewal applicants)
Students should monitor the portal regularly for updates on their application status and any required corrections.