PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Up to ₹20,000 per year
PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students is a scholarship by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India for students in Grade 11 to 12, open to students across India. Registration closes 31 Oct 2026. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Grade 11 to 12
Fee
Free
Duration
Annual scholarship, renewable for the duration of Class 9-12 subject to continued eligibility
Format
Individual
Time needed
Application is online through the National Scholarship Portal; scholarship runs through the academic year
Key dates
- Registration opens
- 1 Jun 2026
- Registration closes
- 31 Oct 2026
- Results
- 30 Nov 2026
Online · National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
About this opportunity
PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship is a centrally sponsored scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. It is one of the components of the PM Young Achievers' Scholarship Award Scheme for a Vibrant India (PM YASASVI), focused on supporting students at the post-matric stage of their education.
The scholarship is open to students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC) or Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNT) who are studying in Class XI, Class XII or other post-matriculation courses recognised under the scheme. Applicants must hold a valid category certificate, and the total annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000.
Selected students may receive financial assistance of up to ₹20,000 per annum, depending on the course, institution and category-specific guidelines. Benefits typically include maintenance allowance, course or tuition fee support and other compulsory academic charges, disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
Applications are submitted online through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) using a One-Time Registration linked to Aadhaar. Required documents include category certificate, family income certificate, previous year mark sheet, recent photograph and bank account details.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 11 to 12
- Age range
- 16 to 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Must have secured at least 60% marks in the previous annual examination and be studying full-time in Class 11-12 in a recognised school.
Family income limit
Up to ₹2,50,000 per year
Prerequisites
- Valid OBC, EBC, or DNT category certificate
- Aadhaar card and seeded bank account
- Income certificate confirming family income up to ₹2,50,000 per annum
- Previous year mark sheet showing minimum 60% marks
Open to Indian students in Class 11-12 belonging to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories with valid category certificates. Annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000 from all sources, and the applicant must have scored at least 60% in the previous annual examination. Aadhaar is mandatory for application.
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Rewards and recognition
Award
Up to ₹20,000 per year
Financial assistance up to ₹20,000 per annum, covering academic allowance, tuition fees, and other compulsory academic charges, depending on the course category. For Group 1 professional courses, the total benefit is ₹20,000 per annum. For other professional courses (Group 2), it is ₹13,000 per annum. For graduate and postgraduate courses (Group 3), it is ₹8,000 per annum, and for non-degree post-matriculation courses (Group 4), it is ₹5,000 per annum.
Opens doors to
Continuous scholarship support through Class 9-12 reduces the financial burden of school education and helps OBC, EBC, and DNT students stay in school and progress to higher studies.
Recognition
Government of India scheme
How to apply
- 1Register on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration using Aadhaar
- 2Select the PM YASASVI Pre-Matric or Post-Matric scholarship under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- 3Fill in personal, academic, family income, and bank details and upload required documents
- 4Submit the application before the annual deadline and track verification status by the institution and the state authority
What it covers
- Academic allowance and book grant for Class 9-10 (Pre-Matric)
- Maintenance allowance and academic support for Class 11-12 (Post-Matric)
Fees & financial support
Fee details
There is no application fee. The application is processed free of cost through the National Scholarship Portal.
Financial support
Pre-Matric Scholarship covers students in Class 9-10. Post-Matric Scholarship covers students in Class 11-12 and reportedly extends up to ₹1,25,000 per year depending on course, category, and state-level component allocation. Funds are released as Direct Benefit Transfer to the student's bank account.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students?
The registration deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
Is PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students?
Students in Grade 11 to 12. Children aged 16 to 18.
What will my child gain from PM YASASVI Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students?
Coverage of maintenance allowance, tuition and compulsory academic charges. Direct Benefit Transfer to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. Recognition under a flagship Government of India scheme. Application through the secure National Scholarship Portal with no fee. Annual financial assistance up to ₹20,000.
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