The General Pre Matric Scholarship is a scheme launched by the Social Welfare Department of Uttar Pradesh to provide financial assistance to financially disadvantaged students from the General category studying in Class 9 or 10. The scholarship aims to reduce dropout rates by supporting students financially and encouraging them to complete secondary education.
Benefits
- Scholarship Amount: ₹3,000/- annually for the entire course duration.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency: The applicant must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Caste Criteria: The applicant must belong to the General category.
- Income Limit: The parent’s annual income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
- Occupation-Based Eligibility:
- Beneficiaries who are dependents of individuals engaged in occupations traditionally considered untouchable are also eligible.
- Multiple Beneficiaries: All children of the same parent/guardian are eligible under this scheme.
- Age Criteria: 12 to 20 years as of July 1st of the academic year.
- Exclusion: Students receiving other scholarships are not eligible, except for specific exceptions.
Application Process
Online Registration Process
- Visit the Official Website of the scholarship portal.
- Click on “Registration” under the Student section.
- Select the applicable category:
- For ST, SC, General Category (Fresh Applicants)
- For OBC Category
- For Minority Category
- For children of parents engaged in unclean professions
- Select the type of application:
- Pre-Matric (Fresh Applicants) – For students in Class 9 and 10.
- Post-Matric Intermediate (Fresh Applicants)
- Post-Matric Other Than Intermediate (Fresh Applicants)
- Post-Matric Other State (Fresh Applicants)
- Provide the required information for registration and submit.
- Note down the registration number displayed on the screen.
Login Process
- Visit the official website and click on “Fresh Login” under the Student section.
- Enter the following login details:
- Registration Number
- Mobile Number
- Password
- Complete DigiLocker verification.
- Fill out the application form:
- Personal Details
- Bank Details
- Upload the required documents.
- Complete NPCI verification.
- Download the application form.
- Submit the completed application form to the educational institution along with the required documents.
Documents Required
- Marksheet of the last qualifying examination.
- Income certificate of the family.
- Photocopy of bank passbook (where the scholarship amount will be deposited).
- Fee receipt number (if applicable).
- Enrollment number.
- Aadhaar card number.
- Latest passport-sized photograph.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the purpose of this scheme?
A: The scheme provides financial assistance to General category students from low-income families to complete their Class 9 and 10 education.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided?
A: ₹3,000 per year for the entire course duration.
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: General category students in Class 9 or 10 whose family income is below ₹2,50,000 per year.
Q: What are the caste criteria for this scheme?
A: The scholarship is only for General category students.
Q: What educational criteria must be met?
A: The student must be studying in Class 9 or 10 in a recognized school in Uttar Pradesh.
Q: What is the income eligibility limit?
A: The annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000.
Q: How can one apply for this scholarship?
A: Students must register online on the official scholarship portal, fill in the application form, upload the required documents, and submit the form to their educational institution.
Q: What documents are required for applying?
A: Documents like marksheets, income certificate, Aadhaar card, bank passbook photocopy, and passport-sized photographs are required.
Q: Where can I find the official website for registration and application submission?
A: The official website link is available under Sources & References below.