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PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026: Complete Guide

By SahayakGPT Team4 min read

What is PM YASASVI Scholarship

Are you a student from OBC, EBC, or DNT category? The central government wants to fund your school education completely.

This is what nobody tells you. This scheme pays a huge amount for private school fees too. You can study in top-class schools without worrying about money.

Who Can Apply

You must belong to the OBC, EBC, or DNT categories.

You must be studying in class 9 or class 11. Your school must be on the government's approved top-class schools list.

Here is where people get confused. Your total family income must be under ₹2.5 lakh a year. They verify this very strictly.

How Much Money You Get

Class 9 students get up to ₹75,000 every year.

Class 11 students get up to ₹1,25,000 every year.

Most people miss this. This covers your tuition fees, books, and hostel charges. The money goes straight to your bank account via direct transfer.

Documents You Need

You need these standard papers.

  • Valid Caste Certificate (OBC/EBC/DNT)
  • Income certificate under ₹2.5 lakh
  • Aadhaar card
  • Previous class marksheet
  • Bank passbook

How to Apply — Step by Step

The whole process is online on the central portal.

  1. Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
  2. Register yourself to get an ID.
  3. Log in and search for the PM YASASVI scheme.
  4. Fill in your school and personal details.
  5. Upload your income and caste papers.
  6. Submit the form before the deadline.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Do not enter fake income details. Your application will be instantly rejected during document checks.

Make sure your Aadhaar card is linked to your active bank account. Payments fail if they are not linked.

3 Questions Everyone Asks

Is there an entrance exam?
Earlier there was an exam. Now selection is based on your previous class merit.

Can class 10 and 12 students apply?
No. You can only apply when you take fresh admission in class 9 or 11.

Is there a reservation for girls?
Yes. At least 30% of the total seats are reserved for girls.

Final Words

Getting ₹1.25 lakh for school is a life-changing opportunity. Check if your school is on the list and apply today.

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