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UP Post-Matric (Dashmottar) Scholarship for OBC Students 2026–27

Overview

UP Post-Matric (Dashmottar) Scholarship for OBC Students provides financial assistance and eligible fee reimbursement to OBC students of Uttar Pradesh studying in post-matric courses. The benefit amount varies according to the course, institution, fee structure, and applicable government rules.

Eligibility

  1. 1Must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
  2. 2Must belong to the OBC (Other Backward Classes) category.
  3. 3Must be studying in an eligible post-matric / Dashmottar course.
  4. 4The institution must be recognized and eligible under the UP Scholarship system.
  5. 5Must have passed the previous qualifying examination.
  6. 6Annual family income must be within the prescribed limit.
  7. 7Must have a valid OBC certificate, where required.
  8. 8Must satisfy all other applicable UP Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement rules.

Benefits

  1. 1Provides financial assistance to eligible OBC students of Uttar Pradesh.
  2. 2Includes scholarship support and fee reimbursement, as applicable.
  3. 3The exact amount depends on the course, institution, fee structure, and government rules.
  4. 4There is no single fixed amount for all students.
  5. 5Approved benefits are generally paid through the prescribed government payment/DBT process.

How to apply, step by step

  1. 1Visit the UP Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Online System portal.
  2. 2Complete student registration for the relevant academic session.
  3. 3Log in using your registration details.
  4. 4Select the applicable Post-Matric / Dashmottar Scholarship for OBC Students.
  5. 5Fill in your personal, academic, OBC category, income, bank, course, and institution details.
  6. 6Upload or provide the required documents/details as asked on the portal.
  7. 7Review all information carefully and complete the final submission.
  8. 8Download or print the submitted application form.
  9. 9Submit the printed form and supporting documents to your school/college/institution, if required for verification.
  10. 10Keep your Registration/Application Number safe for tracking the application status.

How to check your status

  1. 1Visit the UP Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Online System portal.
  2. 2Open the Status section.
  3. 3Select the relevant academic year/session.
  4. 4Enter your Registration Number and other required details.
  5. 5Submit the information to view the current scholarship application status.
  6. 6You can also log in to your student account to check verification, correction, payment, or rejection updates.

Documents needed

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Uttar Pradesh domicile/residence proof
  • Valid OBC certificate
  • Family income certificate
  • Previous qualifying examination marksheet/certificate
  • Current admission/enrollment proof
  • Current school/college/institution ID card
  • Fee receipt or fee details, where applicable
  • Bank passbook/account details
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Mobile number and registration details
  • Any additional document required by the institution or UP Scholarship portal during verification.

Exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always check the official application guidelines.

Why forms get rejected

  1. 1Applicant does not meet the Uttar Pradesh domicile/residence requirement.
  2. 2Applicant does not belong to the eligible OBC category or the OBC certificate is invalid.
  3. 3Family income exceeds the prescribed limit.
  4. 4The student is not studying in an eligible course or recognized institution.
  5. 5Aadhaar, OBC certificate, income certificate, marksheet, bank details, or application information do not match.
  6. 6Required documents are missing, unclear, expired, or invalid.
  7. 7Incorrect course, institution, category, or academic details are entered.
  8. 8Bank details are incorrect or the account is not suitable for DBT/scholarship payment.
  9. 9The application is not verified by the school/college/institution within the required process.
  10. 10A duplicate application is submitted.
  11. 11The application remains incomplete or Final Submit is not completed.
  12. 12The application or required correction is submitted after the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

What is the UP Post-Matric (Dashmottar) Scholarship for OBC Students?

It is a Uttar Pradesh scholarship and fee reimbursement scheme for eligible OBC students studying in post-matric courses.

Who can apply for this scholarship?

OBC students who are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh and meet the prescribed income, course, institution, and academic requirements can apply.

What is the family income limit?

The annual family income should be within the limit prescribed by the Uttar Pradesh Government for the applicable academic session.

Is there any minimum percentage required?

No single fixed minimum percentage is generally specified; the student should have passed the previous qualifying examination and meet the applicable scheme conditions.

Is any entrance exam or rank required?

No separate entrance exam or rank is generally required for this scholarship.

Which courses are covered?

Eligible Class 11–12, undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, professional, technical, and other post-matric courses may be covered.

Is the scholarship available for both boys and girls?

Yes, both boys and girls can apply if they meet all eligibility conditions.

What benefits are provided?

Eligible students may receive scholarship assistance and fee reimbursement according to the applicable course, institution, fee structure, and government rules.

Is there a fixed scholarship amount?

No, the amount may vary depending on the course, institution, applicable fees, and scholarship rules.

Is an OBC certificate required?

Yes, a valid OBC certificate may be required to establish category eligibility.

Where can I apply?

Applications are submitted online through the UP Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Online System.

What documents are usually required?

Common documents include Aadhaar, residence proof, OBC certificate, income certificate, previous marksheets, admission proof, bank details, institution ID, fee details, and other documents required by the portal or institution.

How can I check my application status?

You can check the status on the UP Scholarship portal using your registration number and other required details.

Why can a scholarship application be rejected?

Applications may be rejected because of incorrect details, invalid OBC or income certificates, income above the allowed limit, institution verification issues, ineligible courses, duplicate applications, or incomplete submission.

Is institution verification required?

Yes, the application and student details are generally subject to verification by the concerned educational institution and government authorities.

How is the scholarship amount paid?

Approved scholarship benefits are generally transferred through the prescribed government payment or DBT process to the eligible student’s bank account.

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