Scholarship for Girls in Uttar Pradesh (UP)

To promote female education in Uttar Pradesh, the government has launched multiple scholarships specifically for girl students. These scholarships aim to reduce dropout rates and encourage girls to continue their studies up to higher education. Below is the complete list of scholarships available in 2025 for girls in UP, along with eligibility, benefits, and application process.

Top Scholarships for Girls in UP

Scholarship Name	Eligible Classes	Benefits	Provider
Kanya Vidya Dhan Yojana	Class 12 Pass (Govt School)	₹30,000 one-time grant	UP Government
Rani Laxmi Bai Mahila Samman Yojana	Graduate & Postgraduate Girls	₹25,000 - ₹50,000	Women Welfare Department
UP Post-Matric Scholarship for Girls	Class 11 to PhD	Tuition Fee + Maintenance Allowance	Social Welfare Dept., UP
CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship	Only Girl Child in Class 10	₹6,000 per year for 2 years	CBSE
Maulana Azad National Scholarship	Minority Girls (Class 11 & 12)	₹12,000 annually	Maulana Azad Foundation

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a girl student from Uttar Pradesh.
• Family income should not exceed ₹2 lakh per annum (varies by scheme).
• Must have passed the previous examination with minimum required marks.
• Should be enrolled in a recognized institution.
• Category-specific schemes may require caste certificates (SC/ST/OBC/Minority).

Documents Required

• Aadhar Card
• Passport-size Photo
• Previous Year Marksheet
• Domicile Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Bank Account Passbook

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official UP Scholarship Portal: scholarship.up.gov.in
2. Click on “Student” → “New Registration”
3. Select your scholarship category (Post-matric / Pre-matric / Other)
4. Fill in your details carefully and upload the required documents.
5. After submission, take a printout of the form.
6. Submit the form with documents to your institution for verification.

Important Dates (Tentative for 2025)

• Online Registration Starts: July 2025
• Last Date to Apply: October 2025
• Institution Verification: November 2025
• Fund Distribution: January 2026

FAQs - Scholarship for Girls in UP

Q1. Can a girl apply for multiple scholarships?

No, students can apply for only one scholarship at a time under the UP Government rules.

Q2. Are private school girls eligible?

Yes, if the institution is recognized and meets eligibility, students can apply.

Q3. Is there any specific scheme for Muslim girls?

Yes, minority girls can apply under schemes like Maulana Azad Scholarship and Post-Matric Minority Scheme.

Conclusion

UP Government is taking excellent steps to support girl education through these scholarships. Eligible girls should apply on time and take advantage of these opportunities to achieve their educational goals.