PM-YASASVI: Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students
₹4,000/year academic allowance · OBC, EBC & DNT students · Class IX-X government schools
PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship gives ₹4,000 per year to OBC, EBC, and DNT students studying in Class 9 and 10 in government schools to help them complete their secondary education. The scheme supports students whose families earn less than ₹2.50 lakh a year. Apply via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) between April and June each year.
About This Scheme
PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship gives ₹4,000 per year to OBC, EBC, and DNT students studying in Class 9 and 10 in government schools to help them complete their secondary education. The scheme supports students whose families earn less than ₹2.50 lakh a year. Apply via the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) between April and June each year.
Full official description
The “PM-YASASVI: Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT Students” is a sub-scheme under the umbrella scheme namely “PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India for OBCs and Others (PM –YASASVI)”. This scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme which was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India to provide educational assistance to the students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Economically Backward Classes (EBCs), and Denotified, Nomadic Tribes (DNT).
Objective:
The objective of the scheme is welfare and motivation to the children of these categories by providing financial assistance at the pre-matriculation or secondary stage.
Scope:
- Scholarship under the Scheme will be available for studies in India only and will be awarded by the Government of the State/Union Territory to which the applicant belongs i.e. where he is domiciled.
- The scholarship will be provided for students studying in Government Schools only.
Benefits
- ₹4,000 per year as a consolidated academic allowance
- Amount paid directly to student or parent bank account via DBT
- Available for both Class 9 and Class 10
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Not directly startup-relevant — this is a pre-matric scholarship for OBC/EBC/DNT school students.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an Indian citizen belonging to OBC, EBC, or DNT category
- Family income must not exceed ₹2.50 lakh per year
- Must be studying in Class 9 or 10 on a full-time basis in a government school only
- 75% attendance required in the previous year
- Cannot hold any other pre-matric scholarship at the same time
- 30% slots reserved for girl students; at least 5% for students with disabilities
How to Apply
- The scheme will be announced by the concerned State Government/UT Administration well in time, by giving advertisements in the leading language newspapers, local dailies, and through their respective websites/ Scholarship portals and other modes of (Visit scholarships.gov.in)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who launched PM-YASASVI?
PM-YASASVI Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India.
What is the scope of the scheme?
- Scholarship under the Scheme will be available for studies in India only and will be awarded by the Government of the State/Union Territory to which the applicant belongs i.e. where he is domiciled.
- The scholarship will be provided for students studying in Government Schools only.
What is objective of the scheme?
The objective of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT students (who are not covered under SC, ST or OBC) is welfare and motivation to the children of these categories by providing financial assistance at pre matriculation or secondary stage.
What is the coverage value of the scholarship under the scheme?
The students shall be provided with a consolidated academic allowance of [?]4,000/- per annum.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The entire scholarship amount, both from the State and Central Government, is directly paid into the account of the students or parents ONLY through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), preferably through an Aadhaar Based Payment System (Aadhaar Payment Bridge-AePS).
Who is eligible for the scholarship?
The scholarships are open to Indian nationals only.
What is the income criterion for eligibility?
Scholarship awards will be sanctioned for students whose parents/guardians' income from all sources does not exceed [?]2,50,000/- per annum.
Which academic levels are eligible for the scholarship?
The scholarships are available for students studying in Class IX and X on a full-time basis in Government Schools only.
Which categories of students are eligible?
Eligible students should belong to either the Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Backward Class (EBC), or Denotified, Nomadic Tribes (DNT) categories (who are not covered under SC, ST, or OBC) and must possess a valid certificate as proof.
Can scholarship holders hold any other educational scholarships concurrently?
No.
Can students migrate from one institution to another during the academic year?
Migration of students from one institution to another would not normally be allowed during the course of the academic year except under exceptional circumstances and in the interest of the student's academic career.
Is there a restriction on the number of scholarships for siblings?
Only two boys from the same parents/guardian are entitled to receive scholarships. However, this restriction does not apply to girls.
What is the prerequisite for availing the scholarship regarding attendance?
Regular attendance, not less than 75% in the previous year, is a prerequisite for availing the scholarship.
Are there any specific provisions for students with disabilities and girls?
At least 5% of students with disabilities should be covered for the grant of scholarships, and 30% of the beneficiaries should be reserved for girl students.
Can the scholarship be renewed for the next academic year?
Yes, the scholarship may be renewed for the next academic year by the concerned State Government/Union Territory Administration unless discontinuation is recommended by the competent authority of the school.
What happens if a student is unable to appear in the annual examination due to illness?
If a student is unable to appear in the annual examination owing to illness, the award may be renewed subject to the production of a medical certificate from a prescribed authority and acceptance of the same by the institution.
Can a student receive the scholarship for repeating a class?
No, the scholarship for studying in any class will be available for only one year.
How to apply for the scholarship?
The applicant can apply through the specified online portal of the State/UT and National Scholarship Portal.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport size photograph
- Educational qualification marksheets/certificates
- Income certificates
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste/Community Certificate issued by the competent authority
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Bank Account details
- Any other documents as required