The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment officially opened online registrations for the PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026 on 01 June 2026 via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). As of 27 July 2026, eligible students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and De-Notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNT) can apply for annual educational grants ranging from ₹75,000 to ₹1,25,000.
Formally known as the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India, this central sector initiative aims to cover tuition and residential expenses for meritorious students enrolled in designated Top Class Schools across the nation. Under the current academic cycle, selection is purely merit-based, evaluated on academic performance in the previous final examinations.
Key Benefits and Scholarship Allocations
The financial aid disbursed under the PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026 is transferred directly to the verified Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts of selected candidates through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The grant coverage is categorized as follows:
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Pre-Matric Level (Class 9 and 10): Beneficiaries receive up to ₹75,000 per annum to cover tuition fees, school charges, and hostel fees.
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Post-Matric Level (Class 11 and 12): Students pursuing senior secondary education receive up to ₹1,25,000 per annum for comprehensive institutional support.
Eligibility Conditions and Essential Documentation
To successfully complete the PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026 application process without rejection, applicants must meet the following official eligibility guidelines:
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Category Criteria: The applicant must belong to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories.
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Income Limit: The annual combined family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000 per annum.
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Academic Threshold: The candidate must have secured at least 60% marks in the previous class’s final annual examination.
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Institution Standard: The applicant must be enrolled in an empanelled “Top Class School” recognized under the scheme.
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Exclusivity: The candidate must not hold any other active Central Government scholarship simultaneously.
Applications must be submitted online through scholarships.gov.in on or before the deadline of 31 August 2026.
