New Delhi – If you are a bright student facing financial hurdles in your education journey, the PM YASASVI (Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India) might be the breakthrough you've been waiting for. Run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, this flagship scheme provides robust financial assistance to deserving students from OBC, EBC, and DNT categories from Class 9 all the way to post-graduation.
From tuition fee reimbursements and scholarships to laptops and hostel facilities, the YASASVI Scheme is designed to cover a wide range of educational needs for economically backward students with academic potential.
The PM YASASVI Scheme aims to empower meritorious students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified, Nomadic Tribes (DNT) by offering financial support to continue their education from Class 9 through college and beyond.
Under this scheme, students can receive:
Up to ₹1.25 lakh in scholarship
₹2 lakh for full college tuition fee (for private institutions)
₹45,000 to purchase a laptop or computer
₹3,000 monthly stipend for food and lodging
₹5,000 for books and stationery
₹3.72 lakh for pilot training at certified flying clubs
The scheme comprises five components, each catering to a different stage of education:
Pre-Matric Scholarship – ₹4,000 annually for Classes 9 and 10
Post-Matric Scholarship – For higher secondary and undergraduate students, depending on course type (₹5,000 to ₹20,000 per year)
Top Class School Education Scheme – ₹75,000 for Classes 9-10, and ₹1.25 lakh for Classes 11-12
Top Class College Education Scheme – Full tuition support, laptop grant, living allowance
Construction of Hostels – For both boys and girls to ensure safe accommodation
To apply under the PM YASASVI scheme, candidates must:
Be an Indian citizen
Belong to the OBC, EBC, or DNT category (not covered under SC/ST)
Have a family income below ₹2.5 lakh per annum
Be studying in a Top Class School or College recognized under the scheme
Not be availing any other central scholarship simultaneously
Not repeat the same course again for eligibility
Only two children from a family are allowed to receive the benefit
Interested students must apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in:
Step 1: New Registration
Visit the portal and click on "New Registration" under the Applicant Corner
Read guidelines and fill in the necessary details
Submit and receive login credentials (User ID & Password)
Step 2: Login & Application
Use your credentials to log in
Choose the YASASVI scheme
Fill the application form, upload required documents, and submit
Verification will be done online by the school nodal officer and the concerned state government.
Aadhaar Card
Passport-sized photograph
Educational certificates and marksheets
Income certificate
Domicile certificate
Caste/community certificate
Disability certificate (if applicable)
Bank account details
Any other relevant documents
When is the money disbursed?
Funds are credited via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and are released in installments before August 15 each year.
Is there any reservation for girls?
Yes, 30% of the scholarships are reserved for girl students.
Can siblings apply together?
Yes, but only up to two children from one family can benefit from the scheme.
The PM YASASVI Scheme is a powerful tool to bridge the educational gap for underprivileged but talented students in India. With support that spans from secondary school to professional degrees — and even pilot training — the scheme ensures that lack of funds doesn’t hinder dreams.
If you or someone you know fits the criteria, apply today and take one big step closer to a brighter academic future.
