Does your child belong to a bright, meritorious student of OBC, Economically Backward Class (EBC) or Denotified/ Nomadic Tribe (DNT)? Is the price of a good, private school education something you cannot afford?
The Government of India has initiated an ambitious program to be able to make sure that the academic ambitions of young and talented minds are not deprived of due to lack of finance. PM-YASASVI Scheme (Top Class School Education of OBC, EBC and DNT Students) is the key that opens a door to a world-class education between Class 9 and Class 12.
Here, in this all-inclusive guide we are going to take you through it all, including eligibility and benefits, up to the step-by-step process of the application.
What is the PM-YASASVI Scheme?
The PM-YASASVI is the flagship program initiated by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in the form of a scholarship award scheme called the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme. One of its sub-schemes namely the Top Class School Education is specifically aimed at offering scholarships to well-deserving OBC, EBC and DNT students to ensure they study in the best schools in the country.
Primary Objective: To subsidize the entire schooling of the high-achiever students, including tuition, hostel and other fee and make sure that they can concentrate in their studies without the burden of finances.
Key Benefits: What Does the Scholarship Cover?
The PM-YASASVI scheme is a highly funded scheme, which is directly paid into a bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scholarship will take care of the following expenses, and these are bound to an annual limit:
- For students in Class 9 & 10: Up to ₹75,000 per annum per student.
- For students in Class 11 & 12: Up to ₹1,25,000 per annum per student.
This grant is intended to cover:
- Tuition Fees
- Hostel Fees
- Other compulsory school charges
Important Note: The scholarship funds are released in instalment and generally released ahead of the 15 th of August annually.
Are You Eligible? Check These Criteria
In order to be eligible check out the following requirements before you apply:
- Category: You must belong to the OBC, EBC, or DNT communities.
- Income: Your total household annual income must be less than ₹2.5 Lakh.
- Academic Qualification: You should be a good student, and you will be picked based on your marks in the final exam of your former course.
- School: You have to be attending (or attempting admission) in one of the recognised schools under this scheme that are known as Top Class Schools (TCS).
- Class Level: The scholarship will be offered at Class 9 and further up to the completion of Class 12.
Additional Conditions:
- The student is required to open an individual bank account.
- At least 30 percent of the scholarships shall be allocated to girl students.
- Students cannot receive benefits from another government scheme for the same expenses covered by PM-YASASVI.
How are ‘Top Class Schools’ Selected?
Identification of partner schools is a stringent process by the government in order to make students get premium education. Schools with a 100 per cent pass rate in Class 10 and Class 12 board exams are chosen by a special selection committee led by the Joint Secretary (Backward Classes) and having representatives of the Department of School Education and NITI Aayog.
Such Top Class Schools may be:
- Public Schools (run by Central, State, or Local Bodies)
- Government-Aided Schools
- High-Performing Private Schools
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying Online
The entire application process is streamlined through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
Website: https://scholarships.gov.in
For New Applicants:
- Step 1: Visit the official NSP website and click on ‘New Registration’.
- Step 2: Carefully read the guidelines, check the box to accept the terms, and click ‘Continue’.
- Step 3: Fill in all the required details to complete your registration.
For Already Registered Applicants:
- Step 1: Go to the NSP portal and click on ‘Fresh Application’.
- Step 2: Log in using your Application ID and Password.
- Step 3: From your dashboard, select the PM-YASASVI Scholarship.
- Step 4: Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Step 5: Upload all the necessary documents and submit your application.
The Selection Process
- Your application will first be verified online by the Nodal Officer at your school.
- It will then be confirmed by the respective State Government.
- A state-wise merit list is prepared separately for boys and girls, based on marks from the previous year’s final exam.
- Scholarships are allocated automatically based on this merit list and the slots available for your state.
Documents You Will Need
Keep digital copies (scanned/photo) of these documents ready before starting your application:
- Aadhaar Card
- Recent Passport-Sized Photograph
- Mark Sheets/Certificates of the last qualifying examination
- Valid Income Certificate from a competent authority
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste/Community Certificate (OBC/EBC/DNT)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Bank Account Details (Account Number & IFSC Code)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the main goal of the PM-YASASVI Scheme?
The purpose of the scheme is to offer high quality, premium, OBC, EBC and DNT students the best education in schools by fully financing their education at the Class 9 level till Class 12 level.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply?
Exceptional OBC, EBC and DNT students with a family income that is below ₹2.5 Lakh per year who are studying in or were admitted to a recognised Top Class school.
Q3. Is there a reservation for girls?
Yes, at least 30 per cent. of all the scholarships will be given to female students.
Q4. How is the scholarship money paid?
The money is transferred directly to the bank account of the student in instalment through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Q5. How are the ‘Top Class Schools’ chosen?
A government committee picks them on the basis of a stable track record that they have successfully passed Class 10 and 12 board exams with a hundred percent pass rate.
Q6. Can I apply if I am already receiving another scholarship?
You are not allowed to take another governmental scholarship of the same costs (e.g., tuition fee) that is already included in the PM-YASASVI Scheme.
Don’t let finances hold you back. If you meet the criteria, this is your opportunity to secure a brilliant future. Prepare your documents and visit the National Scholarship Portal today to begin your application journey!