UP Scholarship 2026-27: Dashmottar Applications Open, Renewal Closes 15 October, Fresh 31 October
Published 7 Oct 20262 min read8 Views
Eligible Uttar Pradesh students studying beyond Class 12 can now apply for the Dashmottar scholarship. This covers graduation, postgraduation, diploma, ITI and other post-matric courses. Renewal applications close on 15 October 2026, and fresh applications close on 31 October 2026.
UP Dashmottar Scholarship: Important Dates
| Application type | Last date |
|---|---|
| Renewal applications | 15 October 2026 |
| Fresh applications | 31 October 2026 |
Who Can Apply
The Dashmottar category is for eligible Uttar Pradesh students in post-matric courses beyond Class 12. These include graduation, postgraduation, diploma and ITI. Income limits, minimum marks and category-wise criteria are not stated in the source and should be confirmed on the official portal. [VERIFY]
What Students Should Do Before Applying
- Complete OTR (One Time Registration) where applicable.
- Choose the correct category, Fresh or Renewal.
- Check academic, income and bank details carefully.
- Submit the printed application to the institution if required.
Fresh vs Renewal: Which Should You Choose?
Students applying for the scholarship for the first time fall under Fresh, and the last date is 31 October 2026. Students continuing an existing scholarship fall under Renewal, and the last date is 15 October 2026. Check the exact definition on the official portal. [VERIFY]
Class 9-12 Applications
The regular Class 9-12 application windows have closed. This update applies only to students beyond Class 12 under the Dashmottar category.
Official Portal
- UP Scholarship portal: https://scholarship.up.gov.in/