Harvesting Tools Assistance for Scheduled Castes (HRT-4) 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department provides a scholarship for General category students in Classes 9 and Read More... 10 to help them complete their matriculation studies. Read less

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Education is key to a brighter future, and the Uttar Pradesh government understands this well. Through the Social Welfare Department, they are offering a helping hand to students from the General category who are pursuing their Class 9 and 10 education.

What Is This Scheme?

This is a scholarship program designed to support financially disadvantaged students belonging to the General category in Uttar Pradesh. It aims to ensure that no student has to drop out of school due to financial difficulties during their crucial secondary education years.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is specifically for students who are residents of Uttar Pradesh, fall under the General category, and are currently studying in Class 9 or Class 10 in a recognized school. It also considers children whose parents are engaged in traditional occupations often associated with the backward classes.

Why This Scheme Is Important

By providing financial assistance, this scholarship helps ease the burden on families, encouraging students to stay in school, focus on their studies, and build a strong foundation for their future academic and career paths.

Objective

The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department provides a scholarship for General category students in Classes 9 and 10 to help them complete their matriculation studies.

Benefits

The Scheduled Castes farmers will be eligible for assistance up to 50% of the cost of the harvesting tool or ₹1,00,000/-, whichever is less.
FPO/FPC/FIG/SHG/ Cooperative Society will be eligible for assistance of 75% of the cost of the harvesting tool or ₹1,50,000/-, whichever is less.

Note:Unit Cost of harvesting tool should be up to ₹2,00,000/-.

Sources and references

Official Website

Eligibility Criteria

You must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
You must belong to the General category.
This scholarship is also available for dependents of individuals in occupations traditionally considered as untouchable.
Your parents' annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
All children of the applicant's parents are eligible.
You cannot receive this scholarship along with other scholarships, unless specifically permitted.
Your age should be between 12 and 20 years as of July 1st.

How To Apply

Visit the official scholarship portal for Uttar Pradesh: https://scholarship.up.gov.in/
Register yourself online on the portal.
Fill out the application form carefully with all required details.
Download the completed application form.
Submit the downloaded form along with necessary documents to your educational institution.

Documents Required

Mark sheet of your last completed examination.
Income certificate of your family.
A photocopy of your bank passbook (for scholarship amount transfer).
Fee receipt number (if applicable).
Enrollment number.
Aadhaar card number.
A recent passport-sized photograph.

FAQ’s

What is the age limit for this scholarship?

Applicants must be between 12 and 20 years old as of July 1st.

Can students from any state apply for this UP scholarship?

No, this scholarship is exclusively for students who are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh.

How much money will I receive through this scholarship?

Eligible students will receive ₹3,000/- annually for the duration of their course.

What is the application website for the General Pre Matric Scholarship in UP?

You can apply and find more information on the official UP scholarship portal: https://scholarship.up.gov.in/

What is the maximum family income allowed to apply?

Your parents' annual family income should not be more than ₹2,50,000/- to be eligible.

Do I need to submit a specific caste certificate?

The scholarship is for students belonging to the General category. Specific caste certificates are not mentioned as a primary requirement for the General category, but adherence to the General category is essential.

Can I apply for this scholarship if I am already receiving another scholarship?

Generally, you cannot receive this scholarship along with other scholarships, but there might be some specific exceptions. It's best to check the official guidelines for details.

What proof of income is needed for the application?

You will need to provide an income certificate of your family to verify your financial eligibility.

Which classes does this scholarship cover?

This Pre Matric Scholarship is for students studying in Class 9 or Class 10.

After filling the form online, where do I submit it?

After filling out the application form online and downloading it, you need to submit the hard copy to your respective educational institution.