UP Post matric scholarships, also known as Dashmottar scholarship, disbursed by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, are for students who are pursuing education in class 11 and onwards, and belong to the state of Uttar Pradesh. Sponsored by the state government, UP post-matric scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to needy students who wish to further their studies. Since the number and nature of students in Uttar Pradesh are vast, the UP Government has divided the scholarships according to the needs, educational levels and categories of students. The post-matric UP scholarships are disbursed among students of SC, ST, OBC, Minority and General categories.
Find below the complete details of all the UP post-matric scholarships such as eligibility criteria, deadlines, rewards, application process and more.
Latest Update:
- The last date to submit the UP Post-Matric Scholarships 2021-22 has now been extended to 25th October 2021.
- The applications for UP Post-Matric Scholarships 2021-22 are now open. Apply between 20th July 2021 and 21st October 2021 on its official website.
UP Scholarships – List of Post Matric Scholarships
Students of Uttar Pradesh who belong to various categories can apply for different post matric scholarships (dashmottar scholarship). Given below is a complete list of UP post matric scholarships that are available for the students of post matriculation level. The scholarship application process generally runs from July to October.
UP Post Matric Scholarships – A detailed list
| S.No. | Scholarship Name | Application Period* |
| 1. | Post-matric Intermediate Scholarship for ST/SC/General Category, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
| 2. | Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
| 3. | Post matric Other State Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
| 4. | Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
| 5. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
| 6. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for OBC Students, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
| 7. | Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for OBC, Uttar Pradesh | July to October |
* The application period is tentative and subject to change as per the discretion of the scholarship provider.
UP Scholarships – Rewards of Post Matric Scholarships
The students selected for Post Matric UP scholarships receive financial assistance to complete their courses. This dashmottar scholarship generally covers admission, course/tuition fee, non-refundable fees, maintenance allowance and various other requirements. Find below the detail of scholarship rewards that a student receives under UP Post matric scholarships.
Details of UP Post Matric Scholarships
| S.No. | Scholarship Name | Award Details |
| 1. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship For ST/SC/General Category, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
| 2. | Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
| 3. | Post matric Other State Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
| 4. | Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
| 5. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
| 6. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for OBC Students, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
| 7. | Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for OBC, Uttar Pradesh | Variable financial award |
UP Post Matric Scholarships – Eligibility Criteria
In order to be able to apply for the Post matric UP scholarships, the applicants need to fulfil certain eligibility requirements. One such eligibility requirement is that the applicants should belong to the state of Uttar Pradesh or be permanent resident of UP. There are several other conditions that a student needs to fulfil in order to avail the benefits of UP post-matric scholarships (dashmottar scholarship). Find the details of those conditions in the table given below.
Eligibility criteria of UP Post Matric scholarships
| S.No. | Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| 1. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship For ST/SC/General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
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| 2. | Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
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| 3. | Post matric Other State Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
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| 4. | Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh |
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| 5. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh |
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| 6. | Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for OBC Students, Uttar Pradesh |
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| 7. | Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for OBC, Uttar Pradesh |
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UP Post Matric Scholarships: How to apply?
Eligible candidates can apply online for the Post Matric UP Scholarships through the UP-Government’s scholarship portal which makes the dashmottar scholarship application process easier and simpler. Find below a complete description of how to apply for the UP post-matric scholarships.
- First, the fresh applicants need to register on the ‘UP Government’s Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement Online System’ as a new user by providing all the necessary information. The applicants must take the printout of the registration slip for future reference.
- Once registered, the candidates need to apply for a fresh application under the ‘Student’ section by logging on the portal using the registration number, date of birth and password.
- The candidate must fill in all the required details in the scholarship application form.
- After filling the application form, the candidates need to upload their passport size photograph and other required documents such as residential proof, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate, mark sheets and certificates.
- Finally, the applicants must go through all the information filled in the form to make sure that the information is correct and then, submit the application form.
- After the final submission, the applicants must take the printout of the filled application form and attach other supporting documents with it and then submit the form at his/her respective educational institutions.
UP Post Matric Scholarships – FAQs
When is the last date to apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarships?
The last date to apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarships 2021-22 is now 25th October 2021.
How can students apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship renewal?
Both fresh and renewal applications for UP Post-Matric Scholarships 2021-22 have started. The students applying for renewal have to register again to proceed with the application process. The process of the renewal application is similar to fresh applications. The candidates need to select renewal category while applying.
What is the amount of UP Post Matric Scholarship?
The amount of scholarship may vary based on the student's current academic qualification and financial need.
How can students check the status of their UP Post-Matric Scholarship application?
The students can check the status of their scholarship application through the official website itself. They need to log in to the user dashboard to track the current status of their application. Furthermore, if the students want to check whether they have received the scholarship amount or not, they can track their scholarship status through PFMS (Public Finance Management System) portal.