Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, offers the Uttar Pradesh Post-Matric Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement Scheme for B.Tech students. This initiative aims to support economically disadvantaged students pursuing higher education in Uttar Pradesh.
Scholarship Overview
- Conducted By: Government of Uttar Pradesh (Department of Social Welfare)
- Nodal University: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow
- Applicable Courses: B.Tech and other Post-Matric courses (Class 11, 12, UG, PG, Diploma, Professional programs)
- Eligible Categories: SC, ST, OBC, Minority, and General (EWS) students
- Domicile Requirement: Must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh
- Annual Family Income Limit:
- ₹2.0 lakh for General/OBC/Minority
- ₹2.5 lakh for SC/ST
- Mode of Application: Online through scholarship.up.gov.in
- Scholarship Type: Tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance
- Benefit Disbursement: Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) to student/institution account
Important Dates
Application Process
- Online Registration: Visit scholarship.up.gov.in and complete the online application form.
- Document Submission: Submit the required documents, including income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and academic records.
- Institution Verification: The respective educational institutions will verify the applications and forward them to the university.
- Data Locking: The district committee will lock the data after scrutiny.
- Fund Disbursement: Approved funds will be disbursed directly to the student's or institution's bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency: Applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Income Limit: Family income should not exceed ₹2.0 lakh (General/OBC/Minority) or ₹2.5 lakh (SC/ST) annually.
- Course Enrollment: Must be enrolled in a B.Tech course in an AKTU-affiliated institution.
Academic Performance: Maintain satisfactory academic performance and regular attendance.
