PM Yashasvi Yojana: The PM Yashasvi Yojana helps financially weak but meritorious students continue their studies. Find out which students are eligible.

PM Yashasvi Yojana: Many times, highly talented students are unable to fulfill their dreams due to financial constraints at home. Therefore, receiving adequate financial support to continue their studies is crucial. Keeping this in mind, the Prime Minister Yashasvi Scholarship Scheme has been launched. This scheme is specifically for poor but meritorious students from OBC, EBC, and DNT communities. The purpose of this scholarship is to enable students to fully focus on their studies without any financial pressure.

Students studying in top-class schools and consistently achieving 100% results in board exams are directly eligible for this scheme. The scholarship can easily cover school fees, books, and all other educational expenses. This scheme makes it easier for students to pursue their studies. Let's explain who can apply for this scheme and what the process will be.

Who can apply?

There are specific criteria for applying for the PM Yashasvi Scheme. First, the student must belong to the OBC, EBC, or DNT community. Furthermore, the family's annual income must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh. The student must be in grade 9 or 11, and their school must consistently achieve 100% results. Only students who meet these criteria are eligible to apply.

By benefiting from the scheme, students can study without stress and fulfill their educational needs. Scholarship funds are deposited directly into their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts, ensuring instant disbursement. This allows students to easily manage fees, books, and other expenses online, allowing them to fully concentrate on their studies.

How can I apply?

Students in Class 9 receive a scholarship of ₹75,000, and students in Class 11 receive ₹1.25 lakh. To apply, first visit the NTA's official website and select the Register option. Create an account by entering your personal information, such as your name, email address, date of birth, and password, on the new page.

After registration, download the PDF. It will contain your application number. The scholarship is transferred directly to your bank account via DBT. This online process is completely secure and transparent. Students can quickly manage their fees, books, and other study expenses.