The candidates will be selected based on fulfilment of the eligibility criteria and merit.
PM YASASVI Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education in Schools for OBC, EBC and DNT Students 2026-27
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Eligibility
Students studying in Class 9 to 12
Region
India
Award
A scholarship up to ₹1,25,000 per annum
Deadline
31-Aug-2026
About The Program
PM Yasasvi Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education in Schools for OBC, EBC, and DNT Students 2026-27 is an opportunity offered by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, to students belonging to OBC, EBC, and DNT categories. The scheme aims to support meritorious students by funding their education from Class 9 onwards till they complete Class 12. The selected students will receive a scholarship of up to ₹1,25,000 for tuition, hostel fees, and other school charges.
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Aug-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian national
- belong to the Other Backwards Class(OBC)/Economically Backwards Class (EBC) or Denotified Tribes (DNT) category
- be studying in Class 9 to 12 in a recognised government/government-aided or private school/institution
- have an annual family income of less than or equal to ₹2,50,000
Benefits
Selected students will receive awards as follows:-
- For Class 9 and 10: An annual scholarship of maximum ₹75,000
- For Class 11 and 12: An annual scholarship of ₹1,25,000
Note:-
- This scholarship will cover tuition fees, hostel fees, and other necessary expenses as mandated by the school.
- The scholarship will be disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Documents
- Academic transcripts, including marksheets and certificates of the previous qualifying examinations
- Student's bank account details
- Aadhaar card/enrolment ID
- Caste certificate
- Domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate issued by a competent authority
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to the 'Students' option on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
Step 4: Now, click on the 'Login' button under the OTR option, as it is required to apply for a scholarship on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Step 5: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
Step 6: Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
Step 7: Enter your/parents/guardian Adhaar/EID number and click ‘Get OTP’ for eKYC.
Step 8: Enter the OTP and click on ‘Verify’. Then click on ‘I Agree’.
Step 9: Enter all the mentioned details and click on ‘Finish’ to complete the 'One-time registration (OTR)' process. (Note:- This is a temporary registration number; students need to download the OTR mobile application for face authentication to complete the OTR process.)
Step 10: After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
Step 11: Fill in the required details and click ‘Login’ to proceed with the scholarship application.
Note:- All the applicants are advised to fill in the information correctly on the application form. Once the application is submitted, no changes can be made. Additionally, submitting multiple applications will result in disqualification.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 15 November 2025
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
- Students must have an active bank account to receive the benefits of the scholarship.
- 30% of the scholarship is reserved for female students.
- Students enrolled in schools assisted under this scheme are not eligible for assistance from any other government scheme for the same items or purposes already covered under this scheme.
- The selection criteria may be subject to modifications, and students are advised to refer to the latest guidelines provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
- A committee will be formed to evaluate and shortlist top-performing schools that have consistently achieved a 100% pass rate in the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. The committee will be chaired by the Joint Secretary (BC) in the Ministry and will include representatives from the Department of School Education and NITI Ayog.
- Selected schools must have an Aadhaar-based attendance system in place that can be integrated with a central portal if necessary.
Note:- For detailed information, kindly refer to the 'Scholarship Guidelines' document.
Contact Details
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India
Shri Rajesh Kumar Makkar, Director
Room No. 637, A-Wing, Shastri Bhawan
New Delhi - 110001
Source: https://scholarships.gov.in/
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FAQ's
Question: What is the PM Yasasvi Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education in Schools?
Answer: This scheme provides financial assistance to meritorious students from OBC, EBC, and DNT categories to help them pursue quality education in recognised schools
Question: Who implements this scholarship scheme?
Answer: The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India.
Question: Can students from private schools apply?
Answer: Yes, students from recognised private schools can apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria
Question: Can students reapply if their application was rejected?
Answer: Yes, students can reapply in the next cycle if they meet the eligibility criteria and correct any errors in their previous application.
Question: What if a student fails to meet renewal criteria?
Answer: If a student does not maintain academic performance or attendance, the scholarship may be discontinued.
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