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UP Scholarship Status 2026: Phase 2 Payment on March 18 - Check Application Status at scholarship.up.gov.in

13 March 20268 min readBy UPSeva Team

[!IMPORTANT] 🔴 BREAKING (13 March 2026): UP Scholarship Phase 2 Payment की तारीख घोषित! 💰 Payment Date: 18 March 2026 📊 Academic Year: 2025-26 🎓 Levels: Pre-Matric (Class 9-10) & Post-Matric (11-PhD) 📥 Check Status: scholarship.up.gov.in 🏛️ Department: UP Social Welfare Department


UP Scholarship Phase 2 Payment 2026 💰

उत्तर प्रदेश समाज कल्याण विभाग शैक्षणिक सत्र 2025-26 के लिए UP Scholarship की दूसरी किस्त 18 मार्च 2026 को जारी करने जा रहा है। इस चरण में प्री-मैट्रिक (कक्षा 9-10) और पोस्ट-मैट्रिक (11वीं से PhD तक) के छात्रों को लाभ मिलेगा।

⚠️ Note: अपना application status जरूर check करें। किसी भी discrepancy की स्थिति में तुरंत सुधार करें।


📊 Payment Summary

DetailInformation
DepartmentUP Social Welfare Department
Academic Year2025-26
Payment PhasePhase 2 (Second Installment)
Payment Date18 March 2026
BeneficiariesPre-Matric + Post-Matric students
Total Budget₹2,000+ Crore (estimated)
Official Websitescholarship.up.gov.in

🎓 Scholarship Categories

1. Pre-Matric Scholarship (कक्षा 9-10)

CategoryScholarship Amount
SC/ST₹1,000 per year
OBC₹600 per year
General (EWS)₹600 per year

Benefits:

  • Tuition fee reimbursement
  • Book allowance
  • Stationery allowance

2. Post-Matric Scholarship (Class 11 onwards)

For SC/ST Students:

LevelAmount
Class 11-12₹2,000 per year
Graduation₹3,000 per year
Post-Graduation₹5,000 per year
PhD/MPhil₹8,000 per year
Professional CoursesAs per actual fee

For OBC Students:

LevelAmount
Class 11-12₹1,500 per year
Graduation₹2,500 per year
Post-Graduation₹4,000 per year
Professional Courses₹10,000 per year

For General (EWS) Students:

LevelAmount
Class 11-12₹1,500 per year
Graduation₹2,500 per year
Post-Graduation₹4,000 per year

📱 Status Kaise Check Karein?

Online Process (Step-by-Step):

Method 1: Website 🌐

  1. Website खोलें: scholarship.up.gov.in
  2. Status Option: होमपेज पर "Status" विकल्प पर click करें
  3. Academic Year: 2025-26 select करें
  4. Enter Details:
    • Registration Number
    • Date of Birth
  5. Submit: Search/Submit button पर click करें
  6. View Status: Application status display होगा

Method 2: Direct Link 🔗

  1. Direct Portal: scholarship.up.gov.in/students.aspx
  2. Login: Registered credentials से login करें
  3. Dashboard: Application status देखें

Method 3: Mobile App 📱

(If available)

  1. Download App: UP Scholarship App (Play Store/App Store)
  2. Login: Registration details से
  3. Check Status: Status section में जाएं

📋 Application Status Meanings

Status Types:

StatusMeaningAction Required
AppliedApplication submittedWait for verification
Verification PendingUnder verificationWait
ApprovedVerified & approvedPayment will be processed
Payment InitiatedPayment in processWait for credit
Paid/DisbursedPayment completed✅ Check bank account
RejectedApplication rejectedCheck reason & reapply
DefectiveSome issue in applicationCorrect & resubmit

🏦 Payment Process

How Payment Works:

  1. Application Submission

    • Student applies online
    • Documents uploaded
  2. Institute Verification 🏫

    • School/College verifies
    • Confirms enrollment
  3. Department Approval 🏛️

    • District Social Welfare Officer checks
    • Approves eligible applications
  4. Payment Processing 💰

    • Finance department processes
    • DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer)
  5. Bank Credit 🏦

    • Amount credited to student's account
    • SMS notification sent

Payment Mode:

  • Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
  • Aadhaar Linked Bank Account
  • No middleman involved

⚠️ Common Issues & Solutions

Issue 1: Status Shows "Pending" 🕐

Reason:

  • Verification in progress
  • High volume of applications

Solution:

  • Wait for 7-10 days
  • Contact institute verification officer
  • Check after March 18

Issue 2: Application Rejected ❌

Common Reasons:

  • Incorrect documents
  • Income certificate invalid
  • Caste certificate issue
  • Bank account not Aadhaar linked

Solution:

  • Check rejection reason
  • Correct the issue
  • Reapply within deadline

Issue 3: Payment Not Received 💸

Check:

  • Bank account is active
  • Aadhaar is linked with bank
  • Account number is correct
  • IFSC code is correct

Solution:

  • Update bank details if wrong
  • Contact bank for DBT credit
  • Raise grievance on portal

Issue 4: Can't Login 🔐

Reasons:

  • Wrong credentials
  • Forgot password
  • Server issue

Solution:

  • Use "Forgot Password" option
  • Reset password via OTP
  • Try after some time

📄 Required Documents

For Fresh Application:

  1. Basic Documents:

    • Student's Aadhaar Card
    • Parent's Aadhaar Card
    • Birth Certificate (Class 9-10)
    • Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
    • Income Certificate
    • Domicile Certificate (UP)
  2. Educational Documents:

    • Previous Year Mark Sheet
    • Current Year Admission Proof
    • Fee Receipt (if applicable)
  3. Bank Details:

    • Bank Account Number
    • IFSC Code
    • Bank Branch Name
    • Account must be Aadhaar linked
  4. Photos:

    • Passport Size Photo
    • Signature

📅 Important Dates 2025-26

EventDate
Application StartJuly 2025
Application EndOctober 2025
Verification DeadlineDecember 2025
Phase 1 PaymentJanuary 2026
Phase 2 Payment18 March 2026
Phase 3 PaymentMay 2026 (Expected)

🎯 Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility:

  1. Domicile: Uttar Pradesh resident
  2. Category: SC/ST/OBC/General (EWS)
  3. Family Income:
    • SC/ST: No income limit
    • OBC: ₹2.5 Lakh per year
    • General (EWS): ₹2.5 Lakh per year
  4. Attendance: Minimum 75% attendance
  5. Education: Studying in recognized institution

Not Eligible If:

  • Already getting similar scholarship
  • Family income above limit
  • Not a UP domicile
  • Private unaided institution (some cases)

📞 Grievance Redressal

If You Face Issues:

1. Online Grievance 🌐

  • Visit scholarship portal
  • Click on "Grievance" section
  • Fill complaint form
  • Get tracking number

2. Email 📧

3. Phone Helpline 📞

  • Call toll-free number (if available)
  • Provide registration details
  • Note complaint number

4. District Office 🏛️

  • Visit District Social Welfare Office
  • Meet concerned officer
  • Submit written complaint


🔗 Important Links

DescriptionLink
Official Portalscholarship.up.gov.in
Student Loginscholarship.up.gov.in/students.aspx
Status Checkscholarship.up.gov.in
Fresh Applicationscholarship.up.gov.in
Renewal Applicationscholarship.up.gov.in
Grievance Portalscholarship.up.gov.in/grievance

❓ FAQs

Q1. UP Scholarship Phase 2 payment kab hogi?

Ans: 18 March 2026 को Phase 2 payment जारी की जाएगी।

Q2. Status kaise check karein?

Ans: scholarship.up.gov.in पर जाएं → Status → Registration Number + DOB enter करें।

Q3. Payment kitni der mein account mein aayegi?

Ans: Payment date के 3-5 working days में account में credit हो जानी चाहिए।

Q4. Kya karna hai agar payment nahi aayi?

Ans: Bank account check करें, Aadhaar linking verify करें, grievance दर्ज करें।

Q5. Income certificate kitna purana hona चाहिए?

Ans: Current financial year (2025-26) का income certificate होना चाहिए।

Q6. Kya private college students apply kar sakte hain?

Ans: हां, recognized private institutions के students भी apply कर सकते हैं।

Q7. Scholarship kitni der mein milti hai?

Ans: Application के 3-4 months में payment मिल जाती है (verification के बाद)।

Q8. Kya renewal zaroori hai?

Ans: हां, हर साल renewal application भरना होता है।


📞 Contact Information

UP Social Welfare Department:

Address: Social Welfare Department Government of Uttar Pradesh Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Email: scholarship-up@up.gov.in

Website: scholarship.up.gov.in

District Level:

Contact:

  • District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO)
  • Block Development Officer (BDO)
  • School/College Scholarship Nodal Officer

📱 Stay Updated

Official Sources:

  • Website: scholarship.up.gov.in
  • SMS Alerts: Registered mobile number पर
  • Email: Registered email पर

Avoid:

  • ❌ Fake scholarship links
  • ❌ Agents claiming fees
  • ❌ Unofficial WhatsApp messages
  • ❌ Third-party portals asking for money

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सभी छात्रों को शुभकामनाएं! 📚


Last Updated: 13 March 2026, 3:00 PM IST Sources: IndianExpress, NDTV, LiveHindustan, DNA, JagranJosh, UP Social Welfare Dept

Source: Official UP Government Notifications

Last updated: 13 March 2026

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