The PM Yashasvi Scholarship, launched by the Government of India, aims to support students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in their pursuit of higher education. The National Testing Agency (NTA) oversees the enrollment process for this scholarship, and students can apply online to benefit from this initiative.
Scholarship Details:
This scheme is designed to aid young achievers in India, specifically targeting students from OBC, EBC, and DNT categories. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help these students attend prestigious schools and colleges. The government has allocated Rs 32.44 crore for pre-school scholarships and Rs 387.27 crore for post-school scholarships.
Objectives:
The main objective is to offer financial aid to outstanding students, allowing them to afford quality education and achieve better career opportunities.
Application Process:
The NTA has discontinued entrance tests for the scholarship. Now, selection is based on the academic merit of students in 8th and 10th grades.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Residency: Open to Indian students.
- Categories: Applicable to students from OBC, EBC, DNT, SNT, and SAR categories.
- Education: Minimum qualification is passing the 8th grade.
- Income: Parents’ annual income should be below Rs 2.5 lakh.
- Age:
- For 9th grade: Born between April 1, 2007, and March 31, 2011.
- For 11th grade: Born between April 1, 2005, and March 31, 2009.
Benefits:
- 9th/10th Grade: Financial aid of Rs 75,000 per year.
- 11th/12th Grade: Financial aid of Rs 1,25,000 per year.
Required Documents:
- Copy of the 8th or 10th grade DMC.
- Income certificate (showing parents’ income is less than Rs 2.5 lakh).
- School ID card.
- Email ID and mobile number.
- Caste certificate.
How to Apply:
- Visit the NTA portal.
- Click on “Candidate Registration.”
- Complete the registration form.
- Save your login details.
- Log in and fill out the scholarship application form.
- Provide information regarding your state, district, city, and school.
- Submit the form along with the necessary documents.
Contact Information:
- Email: yet@nta.ac.in
- Phone: 011-40759000
- Websites: NTA, YET NTA, Social Justice
This scholarship provides crucial support, enabling underprivileged students to access quality education, thus contributing to a brighter future for themselves and the nation.