PM-YASASVI: Top Class College Education for OBC, EBC and DNT Students

12^th Jan 2026...

Published By : Team 811

PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme Latest News

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PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme Key Takeaways:

PM-YASASVI pays for all of the costs of OBC, EBC, and DNT students who want to go to college at "Top Class" schools.
The scholarship provides financial assistance for living costs, books, school supplies, and a PC or laptop with peripherals.
Only pupils whose families make less than ₹2.5 lakh per year are eligible, and OBC students are given precedence. Only up to two siblings in a household can avail the scholarship.
The National Scholarship Portal is where people apply for scholarships online. Payments are paid directly to schools and students through Direct Benefit Transfer.

The PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme, also called the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India, was created by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

The goal is to give scholarships to students from the Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, who are also known as Denotified Tribes. which include Denotified Tribes. The student's parents or guardians must make less than ₹2.5 Lakhs a year in order to be eligible for the initiative.

Who it Benefits from PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme

It mostly helps students from the OBC, EBC, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes, such as the Denotified Tribes, by giving them a chance to move forward in life.

Key Features & Benefits of PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme

The OBC/EBC/DNT students who get into the schools that have been announced will get scholarships to help them satisfy the following requirements:

Full tuition and fees that can't be returned (For Commercial Pilot Training and Type Rating Courses, private sector institutions will only be able to charge a maximum of ₹2.00 lakhs per year per student, and private sector flying clubs will only be able to charge a maximum of ₹3.72 lakhs per year per student.)
Living costs for the beneficiary are ₹3,000/- per month for each student. Books and school supplies cost ₹5,000 per student per year.
A new computer or laptop from a well-known brand, along with equipment like a UPS and printer, is limited to ₹45,000/- per student as one-time help throughout the course.

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PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme Eligibility Criteria

To be able to apply for the PM Yasasvi Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

They need to be in one of these groups:
- Other Backward Class
- Economically Backward Class
- Denotified Tribe
- Nomadic Tribe
- Semi-Nomadic Tribes
The parents or guardians should not make more than ₹2.5 lakhs a year.
The person who is applying must be in Class IX or Class XI at a school that is recognised by the government.
You have to go to a government school.
The school must have a valid UDISE (Unified District Information System for Education) or AISHE (All India Survey on Higher Education) code if students want to take professional courses.

Exclusions

These people are excluded from this scholarship.

Third sibling
Non-OBC (for preference)
Not promoted (to next semester/class)
Excess applicants (beyond allotted slots, if lower merit)

Documents Required for PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme

These are the following documents are needed for the Program:

Aadhaar Card
Passport size photo
Proof of Education (marksheets etc)
Valid Income certificate issued by the competent authority
Domicile Certificate
Caste/Community Certificate issued by the competent authority
Disability certificate, if applicable
Bank Account details
Admission Rank Proof
Proof of fee details to claim the scholarship

Application Process of PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme

There is a 2-part application process for this scheme. You need to visit the National Scholarship Portal to apply.

Registration

Step	What to Do
1	Go to the official NSP website and click "New Registration" in the Applicant Corner.
2	Read the instructions, tick the box to agree to the terms, and click "Continue".
3	Fill in the required details to start your registration.

Application

Step	What to Do
1	Go to the official NSP website and click "Fresh Application" in the Applicant Corner.
2	Log in using your application ID and password.
3	Select the scholarship you want to apply for.
4	Fill out the application form with your details.
5	Upload the required documents and click "Submit".

Check Status of PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme

You can go to the National Scholarship Portal, click on Application Status and then enter the details to check the status of your application.

Benefit Disbursal

The benefit is directly credited to your Aadhar-linked bank account.

Conclusion

The PM Yasavi scholarship is a game-changer for people from backward castes and tribes, who are seeking to move forward with their education. Overall, it is a scheme that can make a significant difference in students’ lives.

FAQs on PM Yasasvi Scholarship Scheme

1. Who can apply for the PM-YASASVI scholarship?

Students from the OBC, EBC, and DNT communities whose families make up to ₹2.5 lakh a year.

2. What costs does the scholarship cover for students?

It pays for tuition, living costs, books, school supplies, and a PC or laptop with accessories.

3. How much family income is allowed to be eligible for the scholarship?

The overall income of the household for the year should not be more than ₹2.5 lakh.

4. How do students apply for the scholarship online?

Students can apply through the National Scholarship Portal (https://scholarships.gov.in) by signing up and sending in their application along with the requisite documentation.

5. When and how is the scholarship money paid to students?

After admission and verification, Direct Benefit Transfer sends payments directly to the school and the student.

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