If you have applied for the UP Scholarship 2025-26 session, this is a very important time for you. The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department has released the final dates for form correction and hard copy submission. Thousands of students from Class 9, 10, 11, 12, and higher courses (BA, BSc, BTech, Diploma, etc.) are waiting for their money.
Latest Update: Hard Copy Submission Ends Feb 18
The most urgent news right now is about the correction process.
- Correction Window: The online option to edit your form closed on February 13, 2026.
- Final Hard Copy Submission: If you made any changes to your form, you MUST submit the printed copy (hard copy) to your college or school by February 18, 2026.
Warning: If you do not submit the hard copy to your institute by this date, your application will be rejected, and you will not get any money.
When Will UP Scholarship Money Come in 2026?
Many students are asking, “Kab aayega paisa?” (When will the money come?). The government sends money in phases using Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Phase 1: January 2026
Some students who filled out their forms early (before December 2025) have already received their first installment around January 24-26, 2026.
Phase 2: March 2026 (Biggest Phase)
For most students, especially those who made corrections in February, the money will be sent around March 18, 2026. This is usually when the bulk of the payments are released before the financial year ends.
Phase 3: June 2026
If funds are left or if there are delays in verification, a final round of payments might happen in June 2026.
Important Note: The money goes directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account. If your bank account is not linked to your Aadhaar (NPCI mapping), the transaction will fail.
How to Check UP Scholarship Status 2026
You do not need to go to the cyber cafe every day. You can check your status on your mobile easily.
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Method 1: Official Website (scholarship.up.gov.in)
- Go to the official website: scholarship.up.gov.in.
- Click on “Status” in the menu.
- Select “Application Status 2025-26”.
- Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth.
- Click Search. You will see exactly where your form is pending (College level, District level, or Bank level).
Method 2: PFMS Portal
- Visit pfms.nic.in.
- Click on “Know Your Payment”.
- Enter your Bank Name and Account Number.
- It will show if the government has released any payment for you.
Common Status Errors & Meaning
When you check your status, you might see some confusing terms. Here is what they mean in simple English:
- Pending at District Scholarship Committee: This is good. It means your college has verified it, and now the government officer (District Welfare Officer) has to approve it.
- Rejected by Bank / UID Never Enabled for DBT: This is bad. It means your bank account is not linked to Aadhaar. Go to your bank immediately and ask for “DBT linking”.
- Suspect Data (Marks Mismatch / Attendance < 75%): This means the details you filled in do not match what your college has. You needed to fix this during the correction window.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I still apply for UP Scholarship 2026?
No, the fresh application date for the 2025-26 session is closed. You can only submit corrected documents now if you already applied.
I corrected my form online. Is that enough?
No. After correcting it online, you must take a printout and submit it to your school/college by February 18, 2026.
My status says “Verified by Bank” but money has not come.
“Verified by Bank” just means your account is correct. You have to wait until March 18, 2026 for the government to release the funds.
What is the helpline number for UP Scholarship?
You can call 1076 (CM Helpline) or 1800-180-5131 (Backward Class Welfare) for help.
Is OTR mandatory?
Yes, One Time Registration (OTR) was made mandatory for this session. Without it, forms were not accepted.