UP Saksham Scholarship (Uttar Pradesh)
Typically opens June–September. Verify on the UP Saksham portal each year.
- Amount
- Varies by level — see state notification
- Who can apply
- Students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh studying at various levels in recognized institutions.
- Income limit
- Family income below ₹2 lakh per year
- Study level
- Class 9-10, Class 11-12, College / UG, Postgraduate
- Apply through
- UP Scholarship Portal (Saksham)
- Notes
- The flagship UP scholarship portal covering multiple schemes for SC, ST, OBC and minority students.
About this scholarship
UP Saksham Scholarship (Saksham Yojana) is a state-level initiative by the Uttar Pradesh government designed to provide vital financial assistance to differently-abled (Divyang) students. Unlike the massive UP Dashmottar scheme which covers students broadly based on caste categories, Saksham specifically targets those with at least a 40% certified disability. It aims to integrate students with physical or sensory challenges into the mainstream higher education system by easing their financial burden. The scholarship provides reimbursements that help offset college tuition fees and also offers a maintenance allowance to assist with daily living and educational expenses. Because students with disabilities often face significant extra costs—from specialized learning materials to mobility aids—this scheme acts as a critical equalizer. It is open to students enrolled in recognized post-matric courses (Class 11, 12, graduation, and above) across Uttar Pradesh. While it shares the main UP Scholarship portal with other schemes, Saksham stands out for its focused demographic and its mandate to empower the differently-abled community in the state.
Documents you need
- Disability certificate (UDID or CMHO certified, minimum 40%)
- Domicile certificate of UP
- Income certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook
- Previous qualifying exam marksheet
- College fee receipt
How to apply
- Go to the UP Scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in) and register under the relevant student category.
- When filling out the form, ensure you explicitly declare your differently-abled status and upload the valid disability certificate.
- Submit the online form and submit the physical copy along with all supporting documents to your institution for verification.
Why applications get rejected
- Providing an expired or invalid disability certificate instead of the official UDID or government-approved document.
- Missing the strict institute verification deadline, which prevents the application from moving to the district level.
Common questions
Can I apply for UP Saksham if I am studying outside Uttar Pradesh?
No, the scheme typically requires the student to be a domicile of UP and studying in a recognized institution within the state.
What percentage of disability is required?
You must have a certified disability of at least 40% to be eligible for the Saksham scheme.
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