Pre-Matric Scholarship

Pre-Matric Scholarship (प्रे-मैट्रिक छात्रवृत्ति)

The Pre-Matric Scholarship scheme aims to support students from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) in Uttar Pradesh by providing essential financial assistance during their pre-matriculation education. This initiative is crucial for enabling OBC students to complete their studies and improve their socio-economic status.

Overview of the Scheme

Education serves as a vital tool for elevating the standing of backward classes in society. Despite numerous efforts since India’s independence to enhance educational opportunities for Other Backward Classes, significant advancements in their educational status remain elusive. The government has launched various initiatives, including the Fee Reimbursement scheme, which operates in an online format through the Department of Backward Classes Welfare. This scheme focuses on the development and educational upliftment of backward classes. It ensures that OBC students enrolled in all government, aided, and recognized educational institutions receive scholarships annually. The Department of Backward Classes Welfare remains dedicated to advancing the educational prospects of these communities.

Benefits of the Scheme

• Monthly Financial Assistance: Students receive ₹150 per month for a duration of up to 10 months.
• Annual Ad Hoc Grant: A one-time grant of ₹750 is provided each year.

Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must be a native resident of Uttar Pradesh.
• The annual income of the applicant’s parents or guardians should not exceed ₹2 Lakh.
• Students must be enrolled in government schools or aided and recognized educational institutions (subject to budget availability).

Application Process

To apply for the Pre-Matric Scholarship, follow these steps:

• Apply Online: Start by clicking on the student section of the designated website.
• Student Registration: Complete the registration process.
• Application Form: Fill out the scholarship application form accurately.
• Print Application: Generate and print a copy of your application form.
• Submission: Submit the printed application along with all required documents to your educational institution.
• Verification by Institute: The educational institution will verify and forward your application.
• Verification by Education Officer: The application will then be verified by the Education Officer.
• Data Examination: The data will be examined and matched at the state N.I.C. level.
• District Approval Committee: The District Approval Committee will approve or disapprove the application.
• Digital Locking: If approved, the data will be locked with a digital signature by the District Backward Class Welfare Officer.
• Fund Generation: The Directorate will generate the demand based on the verified data available on the N.I.C.
• Direct Deposit: Finally, the scholarship amount will be directly deposited into the student’s bank account.

Official Source

For more details, you can visit the official website at myScheme.gov.in.

Meta Information

• Eligibility: Native and studying in Uttar Pradesh; Annual income of parents/guardians up to ₹2 Lakh; Students in government/aided/recognized schools.
• Benefits: Monthly ₹150 for a maximum of 10 months; Annually ₹750 as an ad hoc grant.
• How to Apply: Apply online by following the outlined steps.
• Documents Required: Specific documents as per application guidelines.