PM YASASVI Scholarship Scheme 2026 Application Portal Open

PM YASASVI Scholarship Scheme 2026 Overview

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, in coordination with the National Testing Agency (NTA), has officially released the notification for the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM YASASVI) 2026. This prestigious national scholarship scheme provides financial assistance to meritorious students belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (DNT) categories.

Under this scheme, eligible candidates studying in Class 9 and Class 11 in identified top-class schools across India can receive financial support through the YASASVI Entrance Test (YET). Interested and eligible students can submit their online applications through the official NTA website before the deadline.

Scheme Name	PM YASASVI Scholarship Scheme 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Sponsoring Ministry	Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Target Audience	Students studying in Class 9 and Class 11
Total Vacancies/Scholarships	Multiple Posts (Class 9 & Class 11 Awardees)
Mode of Application	Online
Official Website	yet.nta.ac.in / nta.ac.in

Important Dates

Candidates must carefully review the schedule for the PM YASASVI 2026 Application Process to complete all formalities within the specified timelines:

Event / Activity	Date
Notification Release Date	September 01, 2026
Online Application Submission Start	September 01, 2026
Last Date for Online Application	September 30, 2026
Admit Card Release Date	To be announced
YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) Exam Date	October 25, 2026

Scholarship Benefits

Selected candidates receive financial grants directly into their bank accounts to cover school fees, hostel fees, and educational materials:

• Class 9 Students: Financial assistance up to ₹75,000 per annum.
• Class 11 Students: Financial assistance up to ₹1,25,000 per annum.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026, applicants must fulfill the educational, category, and income standards defined by the ministry:

Educational Qualifications

• For Class 9 Scholarship: The applicant must have successfully passed Class 8 during the academic year 2025-26 and must currently be enrolled in Class 9 in a recognized school.
• For Class 11 Scholarship: The applicant must have successfully passed Class 10 during the academic year 2025-26 and must currently be enrolled in Class 11 in a recognized school.

Category & Income Limit

• Category: Must belong to OBC, EBC, or DNT (De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes) categories.
• Annual Family Income: The total annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2,50,000 (Rupees Two Lakh Fifty Thousand).

Age Limit Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the birth date criteria as defined below:

• For Class 9 Applicants: Candidates should be born between 01-04-2008 and 31-03-2012 (both dates inclusive).
• For Class 11 Applicants: Candidates should be born between 01-04-2006 and 31-03-2010 (both dates inclusive).

Application Fees

In accordance with government norms, candidates applying for the PM YASASVI Entrance Test (YET) 2026 are completely exempt from paying any registration or examination fee.

Category	Application Fee
All Categories (OBC / EBC / DNT / PwD)	NIL (₹0/-)

Selection Process

The selection of eligible students for the PM YASASVI Scholarship Scheme is strictly based on merit performance through a multi-stage evaluation process:

• YASASVI Entrance Test (YET): A national-level written test conducted by the NTA comprising Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) covering Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and General Awareness/Knowledge.
• Merit List Preparation: Publication of category-wise merit lists based on performance in the written test.
• Document & Income Verification: Verification of educational mark sheets, caste certificates, income certificates, and school admission proofs by competent authorities.
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Disbursement of scholarship funds directly into the verified bank account of selected students.

Step-by-Step How to Apply

Follow the detailed procedure below to successfully register for the PM YASASVI Scholarship 2026 portal:

1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official NTA YASASVI entrance registration portal at yet.nta.ac.in.
2. New Candidate Registration: Click on the "Register / Apply Online" link on the homepage and create a new account using a valid email address and mobile number.
3. Fill in the Application Form: Log in using your generated Registration ID and Password. Enter personal details, academic qualifications, category details, and school information accurately.
4. Upload Required Documents: Scan and upload clear digital copies of the following documents:
   • Recent Passport-sized Photograph (JPG/JPEG format)
   • Candidate's Signature
   • Class 8 or Class 10 Mark Sheet (as applicable)
   • Category Certificate (OBC/EBC/DNT)
   • Income Certificate issued by a competent authority
   • Aadhaar Card or Valid Identity Proof
5. Review Application Details: Double-check all entered information to ensure accuracy before final submission.
6. Submit Application: Submit the application form online. Since there is no application fee, your form will be directly submitted.
7. Print Confirmation Page: Download and print a copy of the final application confirmation page for future reference during hall ticket generation and document verification.