The Uttar Pradesh government is accepting applications under the UP Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 for eligible students pursuing post-matric courses. Students enrolled in graduation, postgraduate, diploma, ITI and other eligible programmes can apply online for financial assistance before the prescribed deadline.

The scholarship scheme aims to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and help them continue their education. Eligible applicants from General, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC) and minority communities may receive assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements and income limits applicable to their category.
According to the announced schedule, fresh post-matric scholarship applications will close on October 31, 2026, while renewal applications must be submitted by October 15, 2026. The application process for Classes 9 to 12 has already closed for the current cycle. Students should check the official scholarship portal for the latest notifications and application instructions.
| Application Category | Application Dates |
| Fresh applications for Classes 9-12 | August 11 to September 21, 2026 |
| Renewal applications for Classes 10 and 12 | August 11 to August 25, 2026 |
| Fresh post-matric applications | September 15 to October 31, 2026 |
| Post-matric renewal applications | September 15 to October 15, 2026 |
| Fresh Class 9-12 scholarship disbursement | January 25-31, 2027 |
| Renewal Class 9-12 scholarship disbursement | October 25-31, 2026 |
Students applying for post-matric scholarships should complete the online process within the applicable deadline. Applicants must also check whether their institution requires verification or submission of additional documents.
Candidates must meet the conditions prescribed under the relevant scholarship category to receive financial assistance. The general eligibility requirements include:
Eligibility conditions, income limits and required documents may differ according to the scholarship category and course. Applicants should consult the official guidelines before submitting their forms.
The amount awarded under the UP Scholarship Scheme depends on the student's education level, category, course group and residential status.
For pre-matric students, the annual assistance varies by category. For example, the provided scheme details indicate assistance of ₹3,500 for SC day scholars and ₹7,000 for SC residential students, while eligible General-category students may receive ₹3,000 annually, subject to the applicable rules.
For post-matric students, maintenance allowances are linked to the prescribed course groups and whether the student is a day scholar or hosteller.
| Course Group | Day Scholar (per month) | Hosteller (Per month) |
| Group 1 | ₹550 | ₹1,200 |
| Group 2 | ₹530 | ₹820 |
| Group 3 | ₹300 | ₹570 |
| Group 4 | ₹200 | ₹380 |
The amounts listed above should be checked against the current official guidelines to confirm their applicability to the 2026-27 academic session. Scholarship assistance is intended to help eligible students manage education-related expenses.
Eligible post-matric students can follow these steps to apply:
1. Visit the official Uttar Pradesh Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement portal at scholarship.up.gov.in.
2. Select the appropriate post-matric scholarship category.
3. Complete the registration process if applying for the first time.
4. Log in and fill in the application form with the required personal, academic, income and bank details.
5. Upload the documents requested in the application.
6. Review the information carefully and submit the form before the deadline.
7. Save or print the submitted application for future reference.
Candidates should monitor the portal for application status, institutional verification and further instructions. Providing incorrect details or incomplete documents may affect the processing of an application.
The UP Scholarship Scheme 2026-27 offers financial support to eligible students continuing their education in Uttar Pradesh. Students applying under the post-matric category should complete their fresh applications by October 31, 2026, and renewal applications by October 15, 2026, while following the official guidelines.