Candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
PM Yasasvi Pre-Matric Scholarship For OBC, EBC, and DNT Students, Sikkim 2025-26
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Eligibility
Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Backward Class (EBC), and Denotified Nomadic Tribes (DNT) category students studying at the pre-matric level
Region
India
Award
An academic allowances of up to ₹10,000 and other benefits
Deadline
31-Oct-2025
About The Program
PM Yasasvi Pre-Matric Scholarship For OBC, EBC, and DNT Students, Sikkim 2025-26 is an opportunity offered by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India to students belonging to the Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Backward Class (EBC), and Denotified, Nomadic Tribes (DNT) categories studying in Class 9 and 10 in government schools. Selected students will receive an academic allowance of up to ₹4,000 per annum.
Source: National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Oct-2025
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be a resident of Sikkim
- belong to the Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Backward Class (EBC) or Denotified Nomadic Tribes (DNT) community
- be studying at the pre-matric level i.e.Class 9 and 10 from a government school only.
- have an annual family income of up to ₹2,50,000 from all sources
Benefits
Selected candidates will recieve an amount of ₹4,000 per annum.
Documents
- A passport-sized photograph of the student
- One attested copy of academic transcripts, including certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.
- A valid caste certificate duly signed by an authorised Revenue Officer (RO), not below the rank of Tehsildar
- An income certificate for the parent(s)/guardian(s), issued by the authority as determined by the state government
- A receipt acknowledging the scholarship from the previous year (if applicable)
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship through the following 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: Click on the 'New user? Register yourself' on the left-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
Step 6: Read the details carefully, tick the checkbox, and click on the 'Next' button.
Step 7: Enter a functional mobile number, captcha code, and OTP, then submit to complete the registration process.
Step 8: Fill in the required details and click on 'Save & Register' 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 9: After successful registration, navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and click on the 'Login' button.
Step 10: Select the scholarship, fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.
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: 31st October 2025
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
- The income certificate will be required only once, at the time of admission to the course.
- Applicants are requested to complete the online application form with accurate and verifiable information.
- Funds provided under this scheme must not be used for any other purpose.
- The scholarship is contingent upon the recipient's satisfactory academic progress and conduct.
- The recipient of this scholarship cannot hold any other scholarship or stipend.
- The recipient is obligated to repay the scholarship amount if they discontinue their studies for which the scholarship was initially awarded.
- The provisions of this scheme may be modified at any time at the discretion of the Government of India.
- A student's scholarship will be terminated if they discontinue their studies due to personal reasons or if they provided false information in the online application.
- The scholarship will not be paid for the duration of internships or horsemanship in the M.B.B.S course or for practical training in other courses if the student receives some remuneration during the internship period or an allowance/stipend during the practical training in other courses.
Note:- For detailed information, kindly go through the 'Scholarship Guidelines' document.
Contact Details
Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India
Important Links
FAQ's
Question: What is the PM Yasasvi Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme?
Answer: The PM Yasasvi Pre-Matric Scholarship is a government initiative to support students from OBC, EBC, and DNT categories studying in Classes 9 and 10 by providing financial assistance for their education.
Question: Is there an entrance exam for selection?
Answer: No. For 2025–26, selection is merit-based and depends on the student’s previous academic performance. There is no entrance test.
Question: How is the scholarship disbursed?
Answer: Once selected, the scholarship amount is directly credited to the student’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Question: Can students from Class 11 or 12 apply under this scheme?
Answer: No, the Pre-Matric Scholarship is only for students in Classes 9 and 10. For Class 11 and 12, there is a separate Post-Matric Scholarship under the PM Yasasvi umbrella.
Question: Can girls and students with disabilities apply?
Answer: A total of 30% of scholarships are reserved for female students, while 5% are allocated for students with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity.
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