PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
₹4,000 per annum
PM YASASVI Pre-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 9 to 10, open to students across India. Registration closes 31 Oct 2026. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Grade 9 to 10
Fee
Free
Duration
Annual
Format
Individual
Time needed
Requires annual application and adherence to scheme guidelines.
Key dates
- Registration opens
- 1 Jun 2026
- Registration closes
- 31 Oct 2026
- Results
- 31 Jan 2027
Online · National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
About this opportunity
The PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship is a Central Sector Scheme by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. It provides financial assistance to students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNT) during their secondary schooling. This initiative is part of the broader PM Young Achievers' Scholarship Award Scheme for a Vibrant India (PM YASASVI).
This scholarship supports Indian citizens studying full-time in Class IX and X in government-recognized schools across India. It aims to help cover expenses like books, stationery, and uniforms, ensuring students can complete their secondary education without financial burden.
Eligibility
- Grade level
- Grade 9 to 10
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Must have passed the previous class and maintain at least 75% attendance in the previous academic year.
Family income limit
Up to ₹2,50,000 per year
Prerequisites
- Studying full-time in a government school in Class IX or X
- Belonging to OBC, EBC or DNT category with valid certificate
- Family annual income from all sources not exceeding ₹2,50,000
- Aadhaar-seeded bank account in the student's name
- Studying full-time in a government-recognized school in Class IX or X.
- Belonging to OBC, EBC or DNT category with valid certificate.
- Family annual income from all sources not exceeding ₹2,50,000.
- Aadhaar-seeded bank account in the student's name.
- Passed the previous class with at least 75% attendance.
This scholarship is for Indian citizens studying in Class 9 or 10 in government-recognized schools. Applicants must belong to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories with a valid certificate. Annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000. A minimum of 75% attendance in the previous year is required, and applicants must not hold any other scholarship for the same classes. Domicile of the applying state/UT is also necessary.
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Rewards and recognition
Award
₹4,000 per annum
Selected students receive a consolidated academic allowance of ₹4,000 per annum to cover educational expenses.
Certificate
Scholarship Award Certificate
Official certificate recognizing the student as a recipient of the PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship.
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Selection process
Eligibility verification by school authorities, district nodal officer and state-level scrutiny based on category, income and full-time enrolment in a government school.
How to apply
- 1Register on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in during the active scholarship cycle
- 2Complete the application form selecting Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
- 3Upload supporting documents including category certificate, income certificate and previous year mark sheet
- 4Submit the application and track status on the portal until institute and state-level verification is complete
What it covers
- Books and stationery expenses
- Uniform costs
- Incidental academic expenses
Fees & financial support
Fee details
No application fee for the scholarship.
Financial support
A consolidated academic allowance of ₹4,000 per annum is provided to selected students.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students?
The registration deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
Is PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students?
Students in Grade 9 to 10.
What will my child gain from PM YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students?
Annual scholarship of ₹4,000. Financial support for books, stationery, and uniforms. Direct benefit transfer to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account. Support for secondary education completion. Reduces financial burden on families. Official scholarship award certificate. National recognition as a government scholarship recipient. Encourages continued education and reduces dropout rates.
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