PM YASASVI Scholarship gives ₹75,000–₹1.25 lakh/year to OBC, EBC, and DNT students in Class 9 to UG. Apply via NTA exam at yet.nta.ac.in. Family income must be below ₹2.5 lakh. Full 2026-27 guide.
PM YASASVI छात्रवृत्ति OBC, EBC, DNT छात्रों को ₹75,000 से ₹1.25 लाख सालाना देती है। NTA परीक्षा yet.nta.ac.in पर दें। परिवार की आय ₹2.5 लाख से कम होनी चाहिए।
📢 Important — YASASVI 2026-27 Registration Expected July–August 2026:
PM YASASVI (Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India) entrance test registration for academic year 2026-27 is expected to open in July–August 2026 on yet.nta.ac.in. OBC, EBC, and DNT students in Class 9, 10, 11, 12, and UG 1st/2nd year should prepare their documents now. The scholarship pays up to ₹1.25 lakh per year directly to students' bank accounts.
⚡ Key Facts at a Glance
PM YASASVI — Pradhan Mantri Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India — is a flagship scholarship by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment that rewards academically bright students from OBC (Other Backward Classes), EBC (Economically Backward Classes), and DNT (De-Notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribe) backgrounds with annual scholarships of ₹75,000 to ₹1.25 lakh. Unlike most scholarships that rely only on board exam marks, PM YASASVI uses a merit-based entrance exam — the YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) conducted by NTA — ensuring the most deserving students are selected. A Class 11 OBC student from a small town in Bihar whose family earns ₹1.8 lakh/year can receive ₹1.25 lakh annually — enough to cover hostel fees, books, and living expenses for most state government colleges.
The scheme covers Class 9–10 (pre-matric level) and Class 11–12 plus UG 1st and 2nd year (post-matric level). Since YASASVI uses a competitive entrance test rather than a lottery or marks-based filter, preparation matters. This guide covers the complete eligibility, exam pattern, application steps, and payment process for PM YASASVI 2026-27.
Who is Eligible for PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026-27
- ✅ Students belonging to OBC (Other Backward Classes) as notified by the central government
- ✅ Students from EBC (Economically Backward Classes) — general category with income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh
- ✅ Students from DNT communities (De-Notified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Tribes)
- ✅ Currently studying in Class 9, 10, 11, 12, or UG 1st/2nd year in a government or private school/college
- ✅ Family annual income must be ≤ ₹2.5 lakh/year from all sources
- ✅ Age: Born between August 1, 2004 and July 31, 2010 (Class 9-10); check NTA notification for exact cut-offs for each year
- ❌ NOT eligible: SC and ST students (they have separate post-matric scholarships)
- ❌ NOT eligible: Students who have already received YASASVI benefit for the same class level
- ❌ NOT eligible: Students in purely private courses not recognised by UGC/AICTE/State Board
PM YASASVI Exam Pattern — YET 2026
| Detail | Class 9 (Group I) | Class 11 / UG (Group II) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Type | Written / OMR based | Written / OMR based |
| Duration | 2.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
| Questions | 100 MCQs | 100 MCQs |
| Subjects | Maths, Science, Social Science, General Awareness | Maths, Science, Social Science, General Awareness |
| Medium | English + Hindi + regional languages | English + Hindi + regional languages |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking | No negative marking |
How to Apply for PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026-27 — Step by Step
- Register on NTA YASASVI portal: Visit yet.nta.ac.in → Click "Register" → Enter your name, date of birth, email, and mobile number → Set a password. You'll receive an Application Number via SMS and email — save it carefully.
- Fill the application form: Login with your Application Number and password → Fill personal details, academic details (current class, school/college name), community details (OBC/EBC/DNT), and parent's annual income. Upload scanned copies of all required documents.
- Pay the application fee: The application fee is nominal (₹0 for girls and reserved categories, ₹20 for others — check current NTA notification). Pay online via net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card.
- Download admit card: Two weeks before the exam, download your admit card from yet.nta.ac.in. The admit card shows your exam centre, date, time, and exam roll number. Carry it with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
- Appear for YET exam: Appear at the assigned examination centre on the scheduled date. The exam is conducted in cities and district towns across India — NTA assigns the nearest available centre to your address.
- Check result and merit list: Results are declared on yet.nta.ac.in within 4–6 weeks of the exam. Selected students (merit list) receive instructions to apply for the scholarship on scholarships.gov.in (NSP) for the actual money disbursement.
Documents Required for YASASVI Application
| Document | Purpose | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Identity proof + scholarship DBT | Scan / UIDAI printout |
| OBC / EBC / DNT Certificate | Community eligibility — Central List | From SDM / Tehsildar |
| Income Certificate | Family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh/year | From Tehsildar (current year) |
| Previous Year Marksheet | Academic eligibility | Board-issued original |
| School / College Enrollment Certificate | Proof of current enrollment | From principal / institution |
| Bank Passbook (student's account) | Scholarship credit | Aadhaar-linked, active account |
Important Dates — PM YASASVI 2026-27
- 📅 Registration Opens: July–August 2026 (check yet.nta.ac.in)
- 📅 Application Deadline: Typically 30–40 days after registration opens
- 📅 YET Exam: October–November 2026
- 📅 Result Declaration: 4–6 weeks after exam
- 📅 Scholarship Disbursement: December 2026 – February 2027 (via NSP)
Frequently Asked Questions — PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026
Q: My YASASVI scholarship money was not received — what do I do?
After qualifying the YET exam, the scholarship money is disbursed via NSP (scholarships.gov.in). Login to NSP → track your application → check if the status shows "Payment Processed." If it shows "DBT Failed," your bank account is not Aadhaar-linked — visit your bank to complete Aadhaar seeding. If showing "Institute Not Verified," contact your school/college principal to verify your enrollment on NSP urgently.
Q: How do I check YASASVI application and result status?
Visit yet.nta.ac.in → Click "Login" → Enter Application Number and password → View application status. After the exam, the result and merit list are published on the same portal. Selected students receive an email/SMS notification to apply on NSP for the scholarship amount. Bookmark yet.nta.ac.in and check regularly after the exam date.
Q: My application was rejected — what are the common reasons?
Most common rejection reasons: (1) OBC certificate is state-level only, not from Central OBC list — get a new certificate from SDM specifying Central OBC, (2) Income certificate is more than 1 year old, (3) Age doesn't fall in the notified range, (4) Incomplete documents uploaded. Check the rejection reason in your NTA application dashboard and re-register with corrected documents in the next cycle.
Q: Can I get YASASVI scholarship and NSP scholarship at the same time?
No — NSP (National Scholarship Portal) guidelines prohibit double-dipping. If you qualify for YASASVI, you must apply for it on NSP separately — but you cannot simultaneously apply for another central scholarship (like post-matric OBC scholarship) on the same NSP account for the same academic year. YASASVI is considered a post-matric scholarship for Class 11+ students and pre-matric for Class 9-10.
Q: I am in UG 3rd year — can I apply for YASASVI?
No — YASASVI covers only UG 1st and 2nd year students. UG 3rd year and beyond are not covered. If you are in UG 3rd year or a post-graduate student, explore the NSP post-matric OBC scholarship or the Central Sector Scholarship for merit students, which covers all UG and PG years.
Q: My family income is ₹2.8 lakh — can I still apply?
No — the income limit is strictly ≤ ₹2.5 lakh per year from all sources. If your family income exceeds this, you are not eligible for YASASVI regardless of marks or community. However, you may be eligible for other merit-based scholarships: the Central Sector Scholarship (income ≤ ₹8 lakh) covers top-performing Class 12 students in any community, and state government scholarships often have higher income limits.
Q: I am from a state where my community is listed as OBC but not in the Central OBC list — am I eligible?
No — PM YASASVI is a central government scheme and follows the Central List of OBCs maintained by NCBC (National Commission for Backward Classes). Your community must appear in the Central OBC list, not just the state OBC list. Check your community's status at ncbc.nic.in → "OBC List" → search by state and community name. If not in the central list, you're not eligible for YASASVI but may qualify for state government OBC scholarships.
Q: How do I file a grievance about YASASVI exam or scholarship?
For exam-related issues (admit card, exam centre, result): Contact NTA at 011-40759000 or email yet@nta.ac.in. For scholarship disbursement issues after selection: Login to scholarships.gov.in → "Grievance" section. You can also write to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment at pgportal.gov.in → Social Justice and Empowerment → YASASVI.
PM YASASVI Helpline & Contact
- 📞 NTA Helpline: 011-40759000
- 📧 NTA Email: yet@nta.ac.in
- 🌐 Exam Portal: yet.nta.ac.in
- 🌐 Scholarship Disbursement: scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
- 🌐 Grievance: pgportal.gov.in → Social Justice → YASASVI
Also check our complete scholarships section for state-specific and other central scholarships, and the NSP scholarship guide for other community-wise scholarship options.
📋 संक्षिप्त जानकारी (हिंदी में)
PM YASASVI छात्रवृत्ति OBC, EBC और DNT वर्ग के कक्षा 9-10 के छात्रों को ₹75,000 और कक्षा 11-12 व UG के छात्रों को ₹1,25,000 सालाना देती है। परिवार की वार्षिक आय ₹2.5 लाख से कम होनी चाहिए। आवेदन के लिए NTA द्वारा YASASVI प्रवेश परीक्षा (YET) देनी होती है जिसके लिए yet.nta.ac.in पर जुलाई–अगस्त 2026 में पंजीकरण होगा। OBC प्रमाण पत्र केंद्रीय सूची से होना चाहिए। चुने गए छात्रों को पैसा सीधे आधार-लिंक्ड बैंक खाते में मिलता है। किसी भी प्रश्न के लिए NTA हेल्पलाइन 011-40759000 पर संपर्क करें।
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