UP Post Matric Scholarships 2024 - Eligibility, Deadline & Rewards

UP Post matric scholarships, also known as Dashmottar scholarship and disbursed by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, are for students residing in UP and pursuing education in class 11 and onwards. 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.

UP Post Matric Scholarships – Overview

Name of Scholarship	UP Post-Matric Scholarship 2024
Type	State Level Scholarship
Available Scholarships	Post-Matric scholarship/ दशमोत्तर छात्रवृत्ति योजना (Intermediate students) Post-Matric Scholarship for courses other than Intermediate Post-Matric Scholarship for students enrolled outside the state
Provider	Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Application Dates	1st July 2024 to 31st December 2024
Scholarship Login Portal Link	scholarship.up.gov.in
Contact or Helpline Number	0522-2209270 0522-2288861, 0522-2286199 18001805131 (Backward Class Welfare) 18001805229 (Minority Welfare)

UP Scholarships 2024 – 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.

Post-matric Intermediate Scholarship for ST/SC/General Category
Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category
Post matric Other State Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category
Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for Minorities
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for Minorities
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for OBC Students
Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for OBC

Particulars	Details
Start date for registration	1st July 2024
End date for registration	20th December 2024
Start date for scholarship application	12th July 2024
End date for scholarship application	31st December 2024
Last date to download the printout of the submitted application	13th July 2024 to 5th January 2025
Last date to submit the hard copy of the online application form to the educational institute along with the required documents	15th July 2024 to 16th January 2025
Locking data by District Committee officials using digital signature	3rd December 2024 to 5th March 2025

* The application period is tentative and subject to change at the discretion of the scholarship provider.

UP Scholarships 2024 – 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 fees, non-refundable fees, maintenance allowance and various other requirements. Find below the details of scholarship rewards that a student receives under UP Post matric scholarships.

Details of UP Post Matric Scholarships

	For General Category Other Backward Classes] Minority Category Students (Monthly)		For SC/ST Students (Annual)
Syllabus	Day scholar	Residential	Day scholar	Residential
M.Phil., PhD, B.Tech., CA, ICWA, CS, ICFA, LLM, D.Litt., D. Sc	₹550	₹1,200	₹7,000	₹13,500
M.A. M.Sc. M.Com., M.Ed., M. Pharma	₹530	₹820	₹6,500	₹9,500
B.A. B.Sc. B. Com	₹300	₹570	₹3,000	₹6,000
ITI Three-Year Diploma, (Polytechnic 1/2)	₹230	₹380	₹2,500	₹4,000

UP Post Matric Scholarships – Eligibility Criteria

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 residents of UP. There are several other conditions that a student needs to fulfil to avail of 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

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship For ST/SC/General Category, Uttar Pradesh	The applicants must be students of classes 11 and 12. The applicants should belong to the category of SC/ST/General of Uttar Pradesh to avail of this scholarship. The annual family income from all sources must be below ₹2,00,000 for General candidates and ₹2,50,000 for SC/ST candidates.
Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh	The applicant must be studying at graduation, postgraduation, PhD or higher level. The candidate must belong to the SC, ST or General category of Uttar Pradesh to avail of the scholarship benefit. The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000 for General candidates and ₹2,50,000 for SC/ST candidates from all sources.
Post matric Other State Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh	The applicants must be studying in class 11 or above. The candidates must belong to the SC, ST or General category of Uttar Pradesh. The annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000 for General candidates and ₹2,50,000 for SC/ST candidates from all sources.
Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh	The scholarship is for those students who are pursuing education at graduation, postgraduation, PhD or higher level. The applicants must belong to the minority community of Uttar Pradesh. The annual family income must not be more than ₹2 lakh from all sources.
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh	The candidates belonging to the minority community of Uttar Pradesh are eligible. The applicants must be studying in classes 11 and 12. The annual family income must not be more than ₹2 lakh from all sources.
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for OBC Students, Uttar Pradesh	The candidates belonging to the OBC category of Uttar Pradesh are eligible. The applicants must be studying in classes 11 and 12. The annual family income must not be more than ₹2 lakh from all sources.
Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for OBC, Uttar Pradesh	The candidates belonging to the OBC category of Uttar Pradesh are eligible. The applicants must be studying at graduation, postgraduation, PhD or higher level. The annual family income must not be more than ₹2 lakh from all sources.

UP Post Matric Scholarships 2024 – Application Process

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.

Also read: UP Pre-matric Scholarships: All You Need to Know

UP Post Matric Scholarships – FAQs

When is the last date to apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship 2024?

The last date to apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarships 2024 is 31st December 2024.

How can students apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship renewal?

Both fresh and renewal applications for UP Post-Matric Scholarships 2024-25 have started. The students applying for renewal have to re-register to proceed with the application process. The process of the renewal application is similar to fresh applications. The candidates need to select the 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.