Post-Matric Scholarship for General, Minorities, SC, ST, and OBC, Uttar Pradesh 2025
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About This Scholarship
The Post-Matric Scholarship for General, Minorities, SC, ST, and OBC, Uttar Pradesh 2025 is a significant initiative offered by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. This scholarship aims to provide crucial financial assistance to meritorious and needy students who are pursuing post-matriculation studies within the state.
It is designed to support students from various categories, including General, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Minorities (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi). The financial aid provided through this scholarship can significantly ease the burden of educational expenses, allowing students to focus on their academic pursuits.
Selected candidates can receive substantial financial support, with awards potentially reaching up to ₹13,500 per year. The specific benefits vary depending on the student's category and whether they are a day scholar or a hosteler. For instance, OBC and Minority students in Group 1 may receive ₹500 per month as a day scholar or ₹1,200 per month as a hosteler. General, SC, and ST students in Group 1 may receive ₹7,000 per year as a day scholar or ₹13,500 per year as a hosteler.
The application deadline for this scholarship is October 30, 2025, for Classes 11 and 12, and December 20, 2025, for all other classes (except 11 and 12). Students are encouraged to apply well before the deadline.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Post-Matric Scholarship For General, Minorities, SC, ST, And OBC, Uttar Pradesh 2025, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
• Residency: Must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
• Category: Belong to one of the following categories:
• General
• Scheduled Caste (SC)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST)
• Other Backwards Classes (OBC)
• Minorities (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi)
• Academic Pursuit: Must be pursuing studies from Class 11 up to the postgraduate level in recognized institutions within the state of Uttar Pradesh.
• Annual Family Income: Fulfil the respective annual family income criteria from all sources:
• SC/ST category: Less than ₹2,50,000
• General, Minorities, OBC category: Less than ₹2,00,000
Important Note:
Students from the General, SC, and ST categories who are native residents of Uttar Pradesh and are studying in government or aided institutions outside the state are also eligible to apply for this scholarship. Selection will be based on merit and the fulfillment of all stated eligibility criteria.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to prepare and submit the following documents along with their application:
• A duly filled application form
• Marksheets/certificates of the last qualifying examination
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Income certificate
• Fee receipt
• Admission proof
Ensuring all documents are accurate and complete is crucial for a successful application.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship by following these detailed steps:
1. Initiate Application: Click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Registration/Login:
• If you are a new user, click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details.
• If already registered, log in using your Gmail account, mobile number, or email ID.
3. New Registration/Login Fresh:
• For new applicants, click the 'Students' tab and select 'New Registration' from the drop-down list.
• If previously registered but applying for a new scholarship, click 'Login Fresh' and select the respective scholarship you wish to apply for.
4. Select Scholarship: Choose the specific scholarship option by clicking on it from the available list.
5. OTR Registration Link: Click on the link for OTR (One Time Registration) registration and carefully read all the provided details and instructions.
6. Proceed with OTR: Tick the confirmation box indicating you have read and understood the details, then click 'Proceed'.
7. Generate OTR: Follow the on-screen instructions to successfully generate your One Time Registration (OTR). This is a crucial step for the application process.
8. Complete Application Form: Use your valid OTR for login. Once logged in, meticulously follow the instructions to fill out the entire application form. Provide all requested information accurately.
9. Upload Documents and Submit: Upload all the necessary supporting documents as specified in the "Required Documents" section. After uploading, review your application for any errors and then submit it online.
Important Note:
After successfully submitting the application online, students are mandatorily required to take a printout of their filled application form. This printout, along with all the attached documents, must then be submitted physically to their respective educational institutions for further processing.