Overview
Uttar Pradesh government scholarship and fee reimbursement for SC or ST students of UP studying after Class 12 — graduation, post-graduation, diploma and other post-matric courses. Apply on the UP Scholarship portal.
Eligibility
- You are a permanent resident (domicile) of Uttar Pradesh.
- You belong to the SC or ST category.
- You are studying after Class 12 (graduation, post-graduation, diploma or another post-matric course) in a recognised institution.
- Your family income is up to ₹2.5 lakh per year.
- You passed your previous exam.
Benefits
- Fee reimbursement, paid separately.
- A maintenance allowance. The amount depends on your course group and on whether you are a day scholar or stay in a hostel.
- Money is paid by DBT into your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
How to apply, step by step
- 1Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the UP Scholarship portal using your mobile number and Aadhaar e-KYC.
- 2Log in with your OTR number and choose the Dashmottar (post-matric other than Intermediate) scholarship for your category — Fresh or Renewal.
- 3Fill in your personal, academic, income, bank and college details.
- 4Upload your documents and photo, check everything, and submit.
- 5Print the final form and give the signed hard copy with your documents to your college.
Documents needed
- OTR (One Time Registration) number
- Aadhaar card and an Aadhaar/NPCI-linked bank account in your own name
- Income certificate from the Tehsildar
- Caste certificate
- Previous year marksheet
- Current year fee receipt
- Passport-size photo
Exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always check the official application guidelines.
Why forms get rejected
- Wrong category, course level, or Fresh/Renewal option selected.
- Bank account not linked with Aadhaar/NPCI, or a joint account.
- Form saved as draft but never finally submitted.
- Expired income or caste certificate.
- Hard copy not submitted to the college on time.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for 2026-27?
Fresh Dashmottar applications: 15 September to 31 October 2026. Renewal applications: 15 September to 15 October 2026.
I am from UP but study in another state. Can I apply?
Yes. Apply under the separate "Post-Matric Other State" option on the UP Scholarship portal, not under regular Dashmottar. Your college must be registered on the portal.
Is OTR compulsory?
Yes. You need a One Time Registration (OTR) number before you can register for the scholarship.