Last Date for UP Scholarship 2025-26: Key Deadlines and Updates

Last Updated on December 5, 2025 by amay mathur

The Uttar Pradesh Scholarship portal, overseen by the Social Welfare and other allied departments, provides critical financial aid through Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Dashmottar schemes for the 2025-26 academic year. These deadlines ensure timely processing of applications, with the portal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/ serving as the central hub for submissions and verifications. As of December 5, 2025, most Pre-Matric and Post-Matric deadlines have passed, while Dashmottar remains active.

For the 2025-26 cycle, applications opened in July 2025. Pre-Matric and Post-Matric schemes closed online submissions on October 30, 2025, with hard copy deadlines on November 4, 2025. Dashmottar applications, covering higher education, extend to December 20, 2025, for online forms and December 24, 2025, for hard copies. These dates reflect the latest official schedules, allowing students to plan accordingly via the portal’s registration module at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx.

Scholarship Category Application Type Online Last Date Hard Copy Last Date Access Link
Pre-Matric (Classes 9-10) Fresh & Renewal October 30, 2025 November 4, 2025 https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Post-Matric (Classes 11-12) Fresh & Renewal October 30, 2025 November 4, 2025 https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Dashmottar (UG/PG/Diploma) Fresh & Renewal December 20, 2025 December 24, 2025 https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Scholarship Category Expected Next Milestone Status as of December 5, 2025 Action Required Access Link
Pre-Matric Verification December 15, 2025 Ongoing – Post-Deadline Review Monitor status Check official site for updated information
Post-Matric Approval December 20, 2025 Ongoing – Document Checks Ensure submission Check official site for updated information
Dashmottar Submission December 20, 2025 Open – Apply Now Complete online form Check official site for updated information
Event Date Details Access Link
Pre/Post-Matric Online Closure October 30, 2025 Final digital submissions https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Pre/Post-Matric Hard Copy Deadline November 4, 2025 Institution forwarding https://scholarship.up.gov.in/
Dashmottar Online Last Date December 20, 2025 Higher education applications https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Dashmottar Hard Copy Deadline December 24, 2025 Physical document submission https://scholarship.up.gov.in/
Disbursement Start December 31, 2025 Fund transfers begin https://scholarship.up.gov.in/status2526.aspx

Official deadlines PDF

How to Confirm and Act on UP Scholarship Deadlines: Step-by-Step

Navigating deadlines requires direct engagement with the official portal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/. As of December 5, 2025, focus on Dashmottar if eligible, while tracking earlier submissions. This concise guide outlines verification and action steps.

  1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to https://scholarship.up.gov.in/. Select your category under the dashboard at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/Index_dashboard.aspx. Deadlines are listed in the notifications section, confirming October 30, 2025, for Pre/Post-Matric online and December 20, 2025, for Dashmottar.
  2. Check for Updates or Extensions: Review the ‘Schedules’ page at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/OtherInformation.aspx for any amendments. As of now, no extensions beyond December 20, 2025, for Dashmottar; prior deadlines remain firm.
  3. Initiate Application if Within Date: For Dashmottar, click ‘New Registration’ at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx. Complete OTR if needed, then fill the form before December 20, 2025. Late submissions are not accepted.
  4. Prepare Hard Copies: Post-online submission, print the form and attach documents. Submit to institutions by December 24, 2025, for Dashmottar, ensuring verification proceeds.
  5. Track Post-Deadline Progress: Use the status checker at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/status2526.aspx with your registration number. Updates reflect compliance with deadlines, leading to December 31, 2025, disbursements.
  6. Contact Support for Queries: Dial 0522-2237498 or email help-scholarship-up@gov.in for deadline clarifications. Responses confirm official dates without exceptions.

Adhering to these deadlines processed over 1.2 million applications in prior years. Missing them delays aid; act via verified links only.

Comprehensive Overview of Deadline-Impacted Programs

Deadlines apply uniformly across programs, but Dashmottar offers extended access for higher studies. The table below lists key programs, their alignment with deadlines, and implications.

Category Program Level Applicable Deadline Implications of Missing Verification Link
Pre-Matric Classes 9-10 October 30, 2025 (Online) No aid for current year https://scholarship.up.gov.in/status2526.aspx
Post-Matric Classes 11-12 November 4, 2025 (Hard Copy) Reapply next cycle https://scholarship.up.gov.in/status2526.aspx
Dashmottar UG Degrees (BA/BSc) December 20, 2025 (Online) Forfeit semester funding https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Dashmottar PG Degrees (MA/MSc) December 24, 2025 (Hard Copy) Research grant delay https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Dashmottar Engineering (BTech) December 20, 2025 Tuition shortfall https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Dashmottar Medical (MBBS) December 20, 2025 Fee reimbursement loss https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx
Dashmottar Diploma/ITI December 24, 2025 Skill training gap https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx

This covers primary programs under the schemes. Deadlines enforce timely aid distribution, with Dashmottar accommodating longer academic timelines. Portal data shows 95% compliance yields approvals.

Extensions, if any, appear under notifications at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/Index_dashboard.aspx. For 2025-26, focus remains on December dates for remaining opportunities.

Deadline Compliance Guidelines and Support

Meeting deadlines involves portal adherence and document readiness. As of December 5, 2025, guidelines stress online priority before hard copy phases. Institutions verify submissions, impacting disbursements.

Support includes helpline 0522-2237498 for deadline queries and the FAQ at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/OtherInformation.aspx. Grievances for near-misses go to https://scholarship.up.gov.in/Grievance.aspx, though post-deadline appeals are limited.

Technical tips: Use Chrome for uploads; save registration numbers. Compliance ensures DBT transfers by December 31, 2025. Audits confirm deadline-driven efficiency, minimizing delays.

Workshops via district offices reinforce processes, with SMS alerts for updates. This framework supports over 2 million students annually.