UP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026 (Class 9-10 & Primary)
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
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UP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026 (Class 9-10 & Primary)
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Quick facts
About the role
The Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh invites online registrations for the UP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026, supporting over 2.5 crore eligible school students across the state. This state-sponsored welfare initiative assists day scholars and hostellers enrolled in Class 1 through Class 10 at recognized government and private schools in Uttar Pradesh. Financial assistance covers non-refundable school dues and basic maintenance expenses, crediting Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 3,500 per annum directly into beneficiaries' bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer. Students from General, Scheduled Caste (SC), and Scheduled Tribe (ST) backgrounds meeting the state domicile requirements can submit fresh or renewal forms on the Saksham scholarship portal. To qualify, annual household earnings must remain within Rs. 2,00,000 for General applicants and Rs. 2,50,000 for SC and ST candidates. Eligible parents and students seeking aid for the 2026-27 academic term must register using their Aadhaar details before the closing window.
Highlights
- Financial assistance of Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 3,500 per academic year based on class level and hostel status
- Open to Class 1 to Class 10 students belonging to General, SC, and ST communities in Uttar Pradesh
- Direct bank transfer through Public Financial Management System linked with student Aadhaar
- Zero application fee across all categories on the Saksham portal
- Mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) with DigiLocker authentication before applying
Selection process
- 1Online Application Submission and DigiLocker OTR Verification
- 2School-Level Scrutiny of Academic Records and Submitted Printouts
- 3District Welfare Officer (DWO) Document and Income Verification
- 4Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Disbursal through PFMS to Bank Account
How to apply
- 1Open scholarship.up.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using Aadhaar and mobile number.
- 2Log in with the assigned OTR registration number and fill the Pre-Matric scholarship application form.
- 3Upload clear copies of your caste certificate, parent income certificate, current fee receipt, and previous marksheet.
- 4Review the details, submit the online form, and print the generated acknowledgment slip.
- 5Submit the signed printout along with document photocopies to your school office for institutional verification.
Important dates
- Online Registration Start Date11 Aug 2026
- Extended Online Application Deadline20 Nov 2026
- Last Date for School Hard Copy Submission27 Nov 2026
- School Verification Window05 Dec 2026
- PFMS Payment Disbursal PeriodDec 2026 - Mar 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Registration opens11 Aug 2026
- Last date to apply27 Nov 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the annual family income cap for the UP Pre-Matric Scholarship?
General category candidates must have a family income under Rs. 2,00,000 per year from all sources. For Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students, the family income threshold is set at Rs. 2,50,000 per year. Revenue authorities like a Tehsildar or SDM must issue the income certificate.
Is Aadhaar card seeding with the bank account required to receive funds?
Yes. All payments are disbursed exclusively through Direct Benefit Transfer via the Public Financial Management System. Your savings account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar number, and enabled for NPCI mapper. Payments sent to non-seeded accounts fail automatically during bank processing.
Can a student apply if they are already getting another scholarship?
No. State rules allow a student to receive only one scholarship or financial stipend per academic year. If you currently draw assistance from another central or state welfare department scheme, your UP Pre-Matric application will be flagged and rejected during district scrutiny.
What should students do after submitting the online form on the Saksham portal?
After final online submission, take a printout of the application form. Sign the declaration together with a parent or guardian. Attach photocopies of your income proof, caste certificate, marksheet, and fee receipt, then submit the full bundle directly to your school principal before the specified school deadline.
What documents are required for One-Time Registration (OTR)?
You need an active mobile number linked to Aadhaar, the applicant's Aadhaar card details, DigiLocker account access for e-KYC, and category details. Completing OTR produces a permanent registration code necessary for filling the scholarship form and tracking application status.