Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University students
✓ Information verified — April 2026PM-USP is a central scholarship scheme run by the Ministry of Education's Department of Higher Education. It provides financial assistance to talented students from poor families who are studying at colleges and universities across India. The scholarships help cover daily expenses during higher education and are awarded based on Class 12th board exam performance.
What You Get
- Financial assistance to help pay for day-to-day educational expenses
- Support for meritorious students from economically weaker families
- Scholarship awarded based on Class 12th board examination results
- Available for both college and university level students across India
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Student must have passed Class 12th / Higher Secondary Board Exam
- Must be meritorious (high academic performance in Class 12th)
- Family must be from poor or economically weaker section
- Must be enrolled in a recognized college or university in India
- Specific income limits may apply (check with your state)
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Class 12th Mark Sheet
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. College/University Admission Letter
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Caste Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry of Education
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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