PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students offers financial support to students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC) and De-notified Tribes (DNT) in Delhi. This centrally sponsored scheme is run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, and processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Applications for the 2026-27 academic year opened on the NSP on November 10, 2025. Eligible OBC students studying in Class IX and X in government schools can apply online, provided the annual family income does not exceed ₹2,50,000.
PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students - Introduction
PM-YASASVI (Pradhan Mantri Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India) is the umbrella scheme under which the Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT students is now offered. Earlier this support was given under the old Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC. The Delhi government runs this centrally sponsored scheme through the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, and all applications are submitted on the National Scholarship Portal.
The scheme helps OBC students complete their pre-matric education without money problems. Selected students receive an academic allowance of ₹4,000 per year for one academic session. The amount is paid directly into the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students |
| Level | Centrally Sponsored (Delhi) |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash Assistance |
| Scholarship Amount | ₹4,000 per annum (academic allowance) |
| Family Income Limit | ₹2,50,000 per annum |
| Application Mode | Online (National Scholarship Portal) |
| Official Website | scholarships.gov.in |
Benefits
Selected students get a fixed academic allowance for the academic year. The details are given below.
- Academic Allowance: ₹4,000 per annum is given to each eligible scholar for one academic session.
- Direct Payment: The amount is credited directly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT, so there is no middleman.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the conditions given below to apply for this scholarship.
- Category: Applicant must belong to the OBC, EBC or DNT category.
- Class: Must be studying full-time in Class IX or X in a government school in Delhi.
- Income: Total annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000.
- No other scholarship: Student must not be receiving any other scholarship or stipend funded by the central or state government for the same course.
- Bank account: Applicant must have a bank account in their own name, linked with Aadhaar.
Application Process
Applications are submitted online on the National Scholarship Portal. Follow the steps given below.
STEP 1 - Visit the official National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and complete One Time Registration (OTR) using your Aadhaar number to get a unique 14-digit OTR ID.
STEP 2 - Log in with your OTR ID and password.
STEP 3 - Select the PM-YASASVI Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC and DNT students from the list of schemes.
STEP 4 - Fill in the application form with your personal, academic, income and bank details.
STEP 5 - Upload scanned copies of all required documents and submit the application.
STEP 6 - Save the application ID and track the status on the portal.
Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready in scanned form before starting the application.
- OBC caste certificate issued by the SDM or Deputy Commissioner (Revenue), GNCTD.
- Income certificate issued by the competent authority of Delhi.
- Aadhaar card of the student.
- Bank account details in the student's name, seeded with Aadhaar.
- Previous academic year marksheet.
- Bonafide certificate from the current school.
References
Welfare of SC/ST/OBC Delhi - Services and Schemes
Scholarship Schemes Guidelines 2025-26
FAQ's
What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme provides financial support to OBC, EBC and DNT students so they can complete their pre-matric education without money problems.
What is the scholarship amount?
Selected students receive ₹4,000 per annum as an academic allowance for one academic session.
What is the income limit to apply?
The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000.
Which classes are covered?
Students studying full-time in Class IX and X in government schools are eligible.
Is an Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory?
Yes, the bank account must be in the student's name and linked to Aadhaar for direct payment.
Can I apply if I receive another scholarship?
No, this scholarship cannot be combined with other central or state funded scholarships for the same course.