Scheme Details
The PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (YASASVI) 2026-27 is a significant initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. It is designed to provide financial assistance to meritorious students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and De-Notified, Nomadic & Semi Nomadic Tribes (DNT/NT/SNT).
For the academic session 2026-27, the scheme focuses on empowering students studying in Class 9 and Class 11 in identified top schools across India. This initiative ensures that financial constraints do not hinder the educational journey of deserving students.
Benefits
The PM YASASVI Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support to cover tuition and hostel fees for the 2026-27 academic year. The assistance is transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- For Class 9 and 10 students: Financial assistance up to ₹75,000 per annum.
- For Class 11 and 12 students: Financial assistance up to ₹1,25,000 per annum.
- The grant covers tuition fees, hostel fees, and other educational expenses as per the actuals, subject to the maximum limit.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the PM YASASVI Scholarship for the 2026-27 session, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
- The applicant must be an Indian National.
- They must belong to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories.
- The student must be studying in Class 9 or Class 11 in one of the Top Schools identified by the Ministry.
- The annual income of the parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs.
- Both boys and girls are eligible to apply, with an inclusive focus on gender equality.
Application Process
The application process for the 2026-27 cycle is entirely online. Follow these steps to apply:
- Step 1: Visit the official National Scholarship Portal (NSP) or the dedicated NTA YASASVI portal.
- Step 2: Click on the ‘New Registration’ button and register using your Aadhaar number or mobile number.
- Step 3: Fill out the application form with accurate personal, academic, and bank account details.
- Step 4: Upload scanned copies of all required documents in the prescribed format.
- Step 5: Review the application carefully and click on ‘Submit’. Keep a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
Ensure you have the following documents ready before starting the online application for 2026-27:
- Recent Passport-sized Photograph.
- Aadhaar Card (Linked with a functional mobile number).
- Valid Income Certificate issued by a competent authority.
- Caste/Category Certificate (OBC/EBC/DNT).
- Previous Year’s Marksheet (Class 8 for Class 9 applicants, and Class 10 for Class 11 applicants).
- Bank Passbook (The bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded for DBT transfer).
- Domicile Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The exact deadlines are announced on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Typically, the application window for the 2026-27 academic year remains open until August or September 2026. Please check the official portal regularly.
As per the revised guidelines initiated recently, the YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) has been discontinued. Selection is now generally based on merit (marks obtained in Class 8 or Class 10) and document verification via the NSP portal.
No, the strict eligibility requirement states that the annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 Lakhs for the applicant to be eligible.
