UP Scholarship 2025-2026: Complete Guide to Status Check & Payment Tracking
Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Minority & Other Scholarships - UP Government
๐ Overview: UP Scholarship System (2025)
The Uttar Pradesh Scholarship Scheme is one of India's largest state-level scholarship programs, benefiting 65+ lakh (6.5 million) students annually with a budget allocation of โน5,000+ crore. The program covers Pre-Matric (Class 9-10), Post-Matric (Class 11-12 & Higher Education), and various special category scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General categories.
As of 2025, the scholarship system is fully digitized through the scholarship.up.gov.in portal, offering online application, real-time status tracking, and direct bank transfer (DBT) to beneficiaries' accounts.
๐ UP Scholarship Quick Overview (2025-2026)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Managing Department | Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Portal | scholarship.up.gov.in |
| Total Beneficiaries | 65+ Lakh Students (Annual) |
| Annual Budget (2025-26) | โน5,000+ Crore |
| Scholarship Types | Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Minority, Merit-Based |
| Scholarship Amount | โน1,200-โน50,000/year (varies by category) |
| Payment Mode | Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) |
| Application Period | July-October (Fresh) | January-March (Renewal) |
| Helpline | 1800-1800-150 (Toll-Free) |
| Email Support | upscholarship@gov.in |
๐ฐ UP Scholarship Schemes & Amounts (2025-2026)
1. Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 9-10)
| Category | Class 9 | Class 10 | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Students | โน1,200 | โน1,400 | Annual income โค โน2.5 Lakh |
| OBC Students | โน1,000 | โน1,200 | Annual income โค โน2 Lakh |
| Minority Students | โน1,500 | โน1,800 | Annual income โค โน2 Lakh |
2. Post-Matric Scholarship (Class 11-12 & Higher)
| Level | Amount/Year | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Class 11-12 | โน3,000-โน5,000 | SC/ST/OBC, income โค โน2.5 Lakh |
| Graduation (BA/BSc/BCom) | โน5,000-โน10,000 | SC/ST/OBC, income โค โน2.5 Lakh |
| Post-Graduation (MA/MSc/MCom) | โน12,000-โน20,000 | SC/ST/OBC, income โค โน2.5 Lakh |
| Professional Courses (B.Tech/MBBS) | โน20,000-โน50,000 | SC/ST/OBC, income โค โน2.5 Lakh |
๐ How to Check UP Scholarship Status (2025)
Method 1: Check via Official Portal (Recommended) โญ
Step-by-Step Process:
- Step 1: Visit scholarship.up.gov.in
- Step 2: On homepage, find "Status" section
- Step 3: Click "Check Application Status" / "เคเคตเฅเคฆเคจ เคเฅ เคธเฅเคฅเคฟเคคเคฟ เคฆเฅเคเฅเค"
- Step 4: Select Scholarship Type:
- Pre-Matric Scholarship (Class 9-10)
- Post-Matric Scholarship (Class 11-12)
- Post-Matric Intermediate (Class 11-12)
- Post-Matric Other State (Outside UP)
- Dashmottar Scholarship
- Step 5: Enter Required Details:
- Registration Number / Application ID
- Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Captcha Code
- Step 6: Click "Search" / "เคเฅเคเฅเค"
- Step 7: View Application Status:
- โ Submitted - Application received
- ๐ Under Verification - Institute verifying documents
- ๐ค Forwarded to District - Sent to district welfare office
- โ๏ธ Approved - Scholarship sanctioned
- ๐ฐ Payment Processed - Amount credited to bank
- โ Rejected - Application rejected (reason shown)
- Step 8: Check Payment Details (if approved)
- Step 9: Download Sanction Letter (PDF)
Method 2: Check via Student Login
- Visit scholarship.up.gov.in
- Click "Student" login
- Enter Registration Number & Password
- Enter Captcha and Login
- Dashboard shows all your applications
- Click on any application to view detailed status
- View:
- Application Status
- Current Stage
- Payment Status
- Payment Date & Amount (if credited)
- Bank Account Details
- Remarks (if any)
Method 3: SMS Status Check
SMS Format: TYPE SCHOLARSHIP <Registration Number>
Send to: 567676
Example: SCHOLARSHIP UP2025123456
Receive application status via SMS within 5 minutes
Method 4: Check via Bank Account
Check your bank passbook or mobile banking app. Scholarship payment shows as:
- Credit Entry: "UP SCHOLARSHIP" or "SAMAJ KALYAN"
- Reference: Includes registration number
- Amount: As per scholarship category
๐ UP Scholarship Application Timeline (2025-2026)
Fresh Applications (New Students):
| Stage | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Portal Opens | July 2025 |
| Application Submission Period | July-September 2025 |
| Final Date (Expected) | 30th September 2025 |
| Institute Verification | October-November 2025 |
| Payment Processing | December 2025-January 2026 |
Renewal Applications (Continuing Students):
| Stage | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Portal Opens for Renewal | January 2026 |
| Renewal Period | January-March 2026 |
| Verification & Payment | March-April 2026 |
๐จ Common Issues & Solutions (2025)
Issue 1: Scholarship Not Received
Reasons:
- โ Bank account inactive/frozen
- โ Wrong/mismatched bank details
- โ Application pending at institute level
- โ Documents not verified
- โ Aadhaar-bank linking pending
Solutions:
- โ Verify bank account is active
- โ Check status on portal regularly
- โ Contact institute nodal officer
- โ Ensure all documents uploaded correctly
- โ Link Aadhaar with bank account
- โ Lodge grievance on portal if delayed
Issue 2: Application Rejected
Common Rejection Reasons:
- โ Income exceeds limit
- โ Documents incomplete/invalid
- โ Bank account details incorrect
- โ Aadhaar verification failed
- โ Already receiving other scholarship
- โ Age/category mismatch
Solutions:
- โ Check rejection reason on portal
- โ Correct errors and reapply next year
- โ Lodge appeal if rejection incorrect
- โ Contact helpline for guidance
Issue 3: Status Showing "Pending at Institute"
Solutions:
- โ Contact your school/college nodal officer
- โ Submit physical documents if requested
- โ Follow up weekly during verification period
- โ Lodge complaint on portal if delayed beyond 30 days
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - 2025 Edition
Q1: When will UP Scholarship payment be released for 2025-2026?
A: Fresh applications: December 2025-January 2026 | Renewal applications: March-April 2026. Exact dates depend on budget approval and verification completion. Check status on scholarship.up.gov.in regularly.
Q2: How to check UP Scholarship status?
A: Visit scholarship.up.gov.in โ Check Application Status โ Select scholarship type โ Enter Registration Number & DOB โ Search. You can also login to your student account for detailed status.
Q3: Is Aadhaar mandatory for UP Scholarship?
A: Yes, Aadhaar is mandatory for all scholarship applications. Aadhaar must be linked with bank account for DBT payment. Without Aadhaar, application will be rejected.
Q4: Can I apply for scholarship if my income is above โน2.5 lakh?
A: No, most UP scholarships have income ceiling of โน2-โน2.5 lakh per annum. If family income exceeds limit, you won't be eligible. However, some merit-based scholarships have different criteria - check portal for specific schemes.
๐ Contact Information & Support (2025)
โ๏ธ Helpline Numbers
1800-1800-150
(Toll-Free, Mon-Sat, 10 AM-5 PM)
Direct:
0522-2288861
0522-2209270
๐ Official Portals
Scholarship: scholarship.up.gov.in
Social Welfare: socialwelfare.up.gov.in
๐ง Email Support
General: upscholarship@gov.in
Technical: scholarship.up@nic.in
(Response within 48 hours)
๐๏ธ District Offices
Visit District Social Welfare Office
Available in all 75 districts
Timings: Mon-Fri, 10 AM-5 PM
๐ข Head Office:
Department of Social Welfare
Government of Uttar Pradesh
Kalindi Bhawan, Sector-B
Aliganj, Lucknow - 226024, Uttar Pradesh, India
Visit scholarship.up.gov.in or Call 1800-1800-150
Track Application | Download Sanction Letter | Check Payment Status
๐ Disclaimer: This guide is based on information available as of January 2025. Scholarship amounts, eligibility criteria, and application dates may change annually. Always verify current information from the official portal scholarship.up.gov.in or contact helpline 1800-1800-150.
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Valid for: 2025-2026
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ยฉ 2025 Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttar Pradesh