PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme: Check Complete Details

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PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme: Check Complete Details 

The PM Young Achievers Scholarship Scheme 

is a comprehensive financial assistance programme designed to support students from Other Backward Class (OBC), Economically Backward Class (EBC), and Denotified Nomadic Tribes (DNT) communities.

 The initiative encompasses both pre-matric scholarships for pupils in years 9 and 10, as well as post-matric funding opportunities for higher education pursuits. 

Additionally, the scheme provides scholarships to exceptional students seeking admission to prestigious educational institutions. The programme also features provisions for hostel infrastructure development specifically for OBC students. This holistic approach ensures support across various educational stages, from school-level to higher education, whilst facilitating access to premier educational opportunities and accommodation facilities.

In terms of financial allocation, the PM Yasasvi Yojana has earmarked Rs 32.44 Crores for Pre-matric Scholarships and a substantial Rs 387.27 Crores for Post-matric Scholarships, distributed amongst various States and Union Territories (UTs). These funds are strategically allocated to support students throughout their educational journey, from primary to tertiary levels.

PM Yasasvi Yojana Eligibility Criteria

The programme's fundamental objective is to empower and support underprivileged segments of society through educational opportunities, enabling them to pursue fulfilling, secure, and dignified lives. This initiative plays a crucial role in reintegrating school dropouts into the education system, particularly at secondary and higher levels, thereby fostering continued learning among society's most vulnerable groups.

Eligibility requirements stipulate that applicants must belong to OBC, EBC, or DNT categories and be enrolled in year 9 or 11. The annual household income of the student's parent or guardian must not exceed Rs 2.50 lakhs. Furthermore, candidates must possess an Aadhaar Card and be enrolled in a government-operated school. Educational institutions will monitor attendance (minimum 75% required) and academic performance through the Portal and Aadhaar Based Attendance System.

Young Achievers Scholarship Benefits

Pre-matriculation scholars receive an annual stipend of £4,000 until completion of year 10. Those pursuing further education post-matriculation are eligible for yearly allowances ranging from £5,000 to £20,000 throughout their academic journey. Exceptionally talented pupils in years 9 and 10 are offered premium educational opportunities with scholarships reaching £75,000 per annum. Similarly, students in years 11 and 12 participating in this programme may receive up to £125,000 annually.

Furthermore, the FREESHIP card enables students' entry into higher education institutions by eliminating upfront payments for tuition and accommodation fees. High achievers qualifying for prestigious National Institution Entrance examinations receive annual support of £2.00 lakhs or £3.72 lakhs. The scheme allocates 30% of its funding towards female scholars and 5% for learners with disabilities, ensuring comprehensive and inclusive educational support.

Documents Required for Yasasvi Scheme

To access these benefits, applicants must submit several essential documents, including their unique Aadhaar Card, certification of their family's annual income, and proof of state residency. Moreover, they must provide a Caste Certificate, current passport-sized photograph, banking details, contact information, email address, and academic transcript from their most recent assessment.

How to Apply for PM Yasasvi Yojana?

Scholarship registration eligibility requires students to successfully complete the YASASVI entrance test (YET) administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Upon qualification, students may register via the National Scholarship Portal/State Scholarship Portal, where their respective educational institution will oversee their information. 

● Visit the National Scholarship Portal and choose "New Registration."

● Enter your date of birth as shown on your Aadhaar Card.

●Indicate your State of residence.

●Choose the relevant scholarship category (Pre-matric/Post-Matric/Top Class Scheme/Merit cum Means).

●Enter your name precisely as it appears on your Aadhaar/Year 10 certificate.

●Provide a mobile number for notifications.

●Submit an email address for correspondence.

●Enter your bank account information, including Account Number and IFSC code.

●Input your Aadhaar number in the Identification Details section.

●Complete registration by selecting "submit."

●Login credentials will be sent via SMS and email.

●Return to the National Scholarship Portal using these credentials.

●Submit all required documentation and verify information before final submission.

●Scholarship funds will be transferred directly to your bank account upon verification.