Last Updated on December 6, 2025 by amay mathur
The Uttar Pradesh Scholarship application form, accessible via the official portal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/, is a digital gateway for securing financial aid under Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Dashmottar schemes for the 2025-26 academic year. Hosted by the National Informatics Centre (NIC) and managed by the Social Welfare Department, the form ensures streamlined submission with pre-filled options post-OTR. As of December 5, 2025, the portal supports ongoing Dashmottar form fillings until December 20, 2025, while Pre/Post-Matric forms closed on October 30, 2025, with verifications in progress.
You can refer to the application form sample for 2022 – 2023.
| Scholarship Category | Form Type | Submission Period | Status as of December 5, 2025 | Access Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric (Classes 9-10) | Fresh & Renewal | July 2 – October 30, 2025 | Closed – Verification Phase | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Post-Matric (Classes 11-12) | Fresh & Renewal | July 2 – October 30, 2025 | Closed – Document Review | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Dashmottar (UG/PG/Diploma) | Fresh & Renewal | July 10 – December 20, 2025 | Open – Active Filling | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Form Section | Expected Completion | Status as of December 5, 2025 | Key Requirement | Access Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric Form Verification | December 15, 2025 | Ongoing | Mark Sheet Upload | https://scholarship.up.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Form Approval | December 20, 2025 | Awaited | Fee Receipt | https://scholarship.up.gov.in |
| Dashmottar Form Submission | December 20, 2025 | Open | Course Details | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Event | Date | Details | Access Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form Portal Opening | July 2, 2025 | Pre/Post-Matric Start | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Dashmottar Form Launch | July 10, 2025 | Higher Education Access | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Pre/Post-Matric Closure | October 30, 2025 | Online Form Deadline | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx |
| Hard Copy Submission | November 4, 2025 (Pre/Post); December 24, 2025 (Dashmottar) | Institution Forwarding | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/ |
| Form Disbursement | December 31, 2025 | Fund Release | https://scholarship.up.gov.in/status2526.aspx |
How to Fill UP Scholarship Application Form 2025-26: Step-by-Step Guide
Filling the UP Scholarship form is a precise process via https://scholarship.up.gov.in/RegistrationNew.aspx, post-OTR completion. As of December 5, 2025, Dashmottar forms are prioritized; earlier submissions are under review. This guide details navigation, ensuring 95% first-pass success rates from prior cycles.
- Login Post-OTR:
~Access https://scholarship.up.gov.in/ and select department (Social Welfare for SC/ST/General, Backward Class for OBC, Minority for others).
~Use OTR credentials at category links:
Pre-Matric Fresh at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/LoginStudentPreFresh.aspx, Renewal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/LoginStudentPreRenew.aspx; Post-Matric Fresh at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/LoginStudentPost.aspx, Renewal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/LoginStudentPostRenew.aspx; Dashmottar Fresh at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/LoginStudentPost.aspx, Renewal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/LoginStudentPostRenew.aspx. - Select Scheme and Year: Dashboard prompts scheme selection (2025-26). Pre-fill pulls OTR data; verify name, Aadhaar, address. For Dashmottar, choose course type (UG/PG/Diploma/ITL).
- Enter Personal and Academic Details: Input enrollment/roll number, previous marks (min 50% general, 45% reserved), family income, caste (upload cert if applicable). For Post-Matric, specify stream (Arts/Science/Commerce); Dashmottar requires institution code from dropdown.
- Fee and Bank Section: Declare annual fees (tuition/maintenance), upload receipt. Link bank: account number, IFSC, passbook scan. Aadhaar seeding mandatory via NPCI for DBT.
- Upload Documents: Mandatory: Aadhaar, photo (<50KB JPEG), mark sheet, income/caste certs, domicile proof, fee slip. Optional: hostel proof. Formats: PDF/JPG <200KB; ensure legibility to avoid 10% rejection rate.
- Review and Submit: Preview form; edit errors. Submit generates application ID and downloadable PDF. Print two copies for hard submission by deadlines.
- Track and Correct: Monitor at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/status2526.aspx. Edit window: 7 days post-submit. Common errors: mismatched Aadhaar (fix via UIDAI), incomplete fees (resubmit receipt).
The form auto-validates fields, flagging blanks. In 2024-25, 1.8 million forms processed, with 92% approvals. For technical glitches, clear cache or use incognito mode. Helpline at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/Contactus.aspx aids real-time fixes.
Comprehensive List of Form Fields and Programs
The application form spans core and category-specific fields, adaptable to 20+ programs. Below table outlines essentials for 2025-26, aiding targeted preparation.
| Category | Key Form Fields | Required Uploads | Program Examples | Eligibility Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Matric | Enrollment, Class 9/10 marks, income | Mark sheet, Aadhaar, photo | Class 9, Class 10 | Pass prior class; income < INR 2L |
| Post-Matric | Stream, roll no., fees, attendance | Class 10 cert, fee receipt, caste | Class 11 Arts, Class 12 Science | 50% in Class 10; UP domicile |
| Dashmottar UG | Degree name, semester, institution code | 12th marks, admission letter, bank passbook | BA, BSc, BCom | 50% in 12th; regular student |
| Dashmottar PG | PG specialization, UG percentage, research opt | UG degree, income cert, photo ID | MA, MSc, MCom | UG pass; merit quota |
| Dashmottar Tech | Entrance score, branch, lab fees | JEE/NEET scorecard, fee structure | BTech, MBBS, LLB | Qualified exam; 45% reserved |
| Dashmottar Vocational | Duration, skill cert, placement intent | 10th/12th cert, enrollment proof | Diploma Polytechnic, ITI | Vocational enrollment |
| Dashmottar Professional | Course fees, internship details | Admission proof, professional cert | MBA, PhD | PG entry; no backlogs |
This matrix covers primary fields, with Dashmottar forms featuring dynamic dropdowns for 500+ institutions. Income fields cap at INR 2 lakh for most, with exceptions for general merit. Form analytics show 70% time spent on uploads; pre-scan documents to expedite.
Reserved categories auto-flag quotas upon caste upload. For renewals, 80% fields pre-populate, focusing updates on marks and fees. Integration with Samagra ID verifies academics, reducing manual entry errors by 40%.
Program-specific nuances: Science streams in Post-Matric require lab fee breakdowns; engineering Dashmottar mandates branch codes from AICTE lists. Overall, the form’s modularity supports diverse paths, from secondary retention to tertiary advancement.
Form Guidelines and Support
- Guidelines at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/OtherInformation.aspx stress data accuracy; discrepancies trigger auto-rejection. As of December 5, 2025, forms demand 100% completion, with no partial saves beyond drafts. Ethical norms prohibit multiple submissions; violations invite IT Act penalties.
- Support: Customer care at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/Contactus.aspx lists 0522-2237498 (10 AM-6 PM). FAQs cover form pitfalls like IFSC errors. Grievance portal at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/Grievance.aspx resolves 85% queries in 48 hours.
- Technical: Enable JavaScript; avoid mobile uploads due to size limits. District Nodal Officers host December clinics for hands-on form help. Inclusivity: Audio guides for visually impaired via portal accessibility tools.
- Audits ensure 97% form integrity. Schedules page at https://scholarship.up.gov.in/OtherInformation.aspx updates extensions, none active now. Helpline scripts address 90% issues, from field validations to PDF generations.
- Post-submission, institutions verify within 15 days, forwarding to districts. This layered check upholds transparency, with 2024-25 data showing 98% fund alignment to forms.