The Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh (UP SWD) has started the online application process for the UP Scholarship Scheme 2026-27. Eligible students studying in Class 9, Class 10, Class 11, Class 12, Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma, Certificate, and other professional courses can apply online through the official scholarship portal.
The UP Scholarship 2026-27 is one of the largest scholarship programmes implemented by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to provide financial assistance to students pursuing education in recognised schools, colleges, universities, and technical institutions. Students belonging to Uttar Pradesh as well as eligible students from other states studying in recognised institutions located in Uttar Pradesh can also apply under the prescribed eligibility conditions.
The online registration process began on 22 July 2026 and will continue until 21 September 2026. Students are advised to complete the application process before the last date and submit the printed application form along with the required documents to their respective educational institutions.
This article provides complete information regarding the UP Scholarship 2026-27, including eligibility criteria, important dates, required documents, application procedure, renewal process, and other essential details.
UP Scholarship 2026-27 – Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | UP Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 |
| Department | Social Welfare Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Scholarship Type | Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarship |
| Beneficiaries | Students from Class 9 to Postgraduate Level |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | No Fee |
| Application Starts | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
Scholarship Categories
The Uttar Pradesh Scholarship Scheme covers students studying at different educational levels.
| Scholarship Category | Eligible Students |
|---|---|
| Pre-Matric Scholarship | Class 9 & Class 10 Students |
| Post-Matric Scholarship | Class 11 & Class 12 Students |
| Dashmottar Scholarship | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Certificate and Professional Course Students |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions before submitting the online application.
Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 9 & 10)
- Applicant must be studying in Class 9 or Class 10 in a recognised school.
- The student should fulfil the eligibility conditions prescribed by the Social Welfare Department.
Post-Matric Scholarship (Class 11 & 12)
- Applicant must have passed the previous qualifying examination.
- Students should be enrolled in Class 11 or Class 12 in a recognised institution.
Dashmottar Scholarship (UG/PG/Diploma)
Students pursuing any of the following courses are eligible to apply:
- Undergraduate (BA, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, BCA, etc.)
- Postgraduate (MA, M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, MCA, etc.)
- Diploma Courses
- Certificate Courses
- Professional Courses
- Other approved higher education programmes
Students from other states who are studying in recognised educational institutions located in Uttar Pradesh may also apply if they satisfy the prescribed conditions.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category of students.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Nil |
| OBC | Nil |
| EWS | Nil |
| SC | Nil |
| ST | Nil |
| PwD | Nil |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
The entire application process is completely free of cost.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the online scholarship application.
| Required Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Previous Qualifying Examination Mark Sheet | Academic Qualification |
| Aadhaar Card | Identity Verification |
| Caste Certificate | Reserved Category Verification |
| Income Certificate | Income Verification |
| Bank Passbook | Scholarship Payment |
| Institution Fee Receipt | Fee Details |
| Annual Non-Refundable Fee Details | Scholarship Calculation |
| Admission/Enrollment Number | Student Verification |
| Recent Passport-size Photograph | Online Application |
Candidates should ensure that all uploaded documents are valid, clear, and issued by the competent authority.
Fresh & Renewal Applications
The scholarship portal accepts both Fresh and Renewal applications.
Fresh Candidates
Students should apply under the Fresh Registration category if:
- They have taken admission in a new course during the academic session 2026-27.
- They are applying for the scholarship for the first time.
- They have recently joined Class 9, Class 11, UG, PG, Diploma, or any other eligible course.
Renewal Candidates
Students who received the scholarship during the previous academic session and are continuing their studies should submit their application under the Renewal category using their previous registration number.
How to Apply for UP Scholarship 2026-27?
Eligible students can submit their online application by following these steps:
- Visit the official Uttar Pradesh Scholarship Portal.
- Select Fresh Registration or Renewal Registration according to your eligibility.
- Complete the registration using the required personal and academic details.
- Log in using the generated registration credentials.
- Fill in the scholarship application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
- Verify the information before final submission.
- Submit the application form online.
- Download and print the completed application form.
- Submit the printed copy along with the required documents to your respective school, college, or institution within the prescribed schedule.
Students are advised to keep a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgement receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Aadhaar Card is mandatory for submitting the scholarship application.
- Applicants should ensure that their bank account is active and linked with Aadhaar wherever required.
- Carefully verify personal details, educational information, and bank account details before final submission.
- Students should submit the printed application form to their institution within the prescribed deadline.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected during verification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Final Submission | 21 September 2026 |
| Submission of Printed Form to Institution | As per Institution Schedule |
| Application Correction | As per Official Schedule |
| Last Date for Correction | As per Official Schedule |
UP Scholarship Online Apply
| Apply Online (OTR) | Click Here | ||||||||
| Apply Online (Registration) | Click Here | ||||||||
| Login (Fresh Candidate) | Intermediate | Other Then Intermediate | ||||||||
| Login (Renewal Candidates) | Intermediate | Other Then Intermediate | ||||||||
| Download Notification | Intermediate | Other Then Intermediate |
The UP Scholarship 2026-27 provides valuable financial assistance to lakhs of students pursuing school and higher education in Uttar Pradesh. Eligible students should complete their online application well before the closing date, upload all required documents correctly, and submit the printed application form to their educational institution within the prescribed timeline to avoid rejection during the verification process.