Do you know that scholarship worth ₹188 crore was directly transferred to the accounts of 5 lakh backward class students in UP? CM Yogi’s digital scheme ensured transparency and quick benefits in education.
Lucknow: CM Yogi Adityanath on Friday started the process of transferring scholarships directly to the accounts of about 5 lakh students under a major initiative of the Backward Classes Welfare Department. This scheme is completely digital and transparent, so that no student is deprived of education due to financial reasons.
How many students were benefited in the first phase?
In the first phase, scholarships worth ₹62.13 crore have been given to about 2.5 lakh OBC students from classes 9 to 12. Students are receiving the amount directly in their bank accounts. In the second phase, an amount of ₹126.68 crore will be distributed to 4.83 lakh students on Friday. That means overall backward class students will get benefits of more than Rs 5 lakh.
How is the scholarship distribution going on?
This scheme is completely implemented through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) system. This means that the student’s amount goes directly into his/her Aadhaar-linked bank account. State Minister of State for Backward Class Welfare and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Narendra Kashyap said that the aim of the government is that every student should continue his studies and move forward according to his talent. Now as scholarship distribution is fast, transparent and digital, students are getting benefits quickly and without any hindrance.
How much did the scholarship budget increase?
The total budget of the Backward Classes Welfare Department in 2016-17 was ₹1295 crore. Now in the financial year 2025-26 it has been increased to ₹3124 crore i.e. approximately 2.5 times increase. The budget for scholarship and fee reimbursement schemes alone has increased from ₹1092.36 crore to ₹2825 crore. This simply means that now more students will get benefits in education.
The meaning of this increase is clear: Now the UP government is fully committed towards making education easier for backward class students.
Which schemes are now in higher budget?
| name of the scheme | Budget 2016-17 | Budget 2025-26 |
| Purva Dasham Scholarship | ₹107.33 crore | ₹325 crore |
| Post-10th Scholarship / Fee Reimbursement | ₹984.62 crore | ₹2500 crore |
| marriage grant | ₹141.55 crore | ₹200 crore |
| computer training | ₹11 crore | ₹35 crore |
| hostel maintenance | 00 | ₹5 crore |
| promotion of schemes | 00 | ₹1 crore |
It is clear from this increase that the government is serious about making the youth of every section self-reliant and ensuring equal opportunities in the society.
Do you know how much money will be distributed?
- In the first phase: ₹62.13 crore
- Phase II: ₹126.68 crore
- Total scholarship amount: More than ₹188 crore
- That means more than 5 lakh students will be directly benefited.
Why is this scheme special?
- Fast and transparent: Now as scholarship distribution is completely digital, there will be no corruption or delay.
- No financial constraints: Students from backward classes will not be deprived of education due to financial lack.
- Equal Opportunity: The aim of Yogi government is that every talented student should get help according to his ability.
Is this initiative part of the ‘Centenary Resolution’ of 2047?
Minister of State Narendra Kashyap said that such initiatives to improve education and distribute scholarships will bring UP closer to the goal of a developed India. Only when the youth of the state will be educated, steps can be taken in the direction of Centenary Resolution-2047.
Do students have to do anything to get the scholarship?
No. This entire process is online. The student will simply continue to receive the amount in his/her Aadhaar-linked bank account. With this, students will not have to spend time filling forms or lengthy processes.
Is this the first time that scholarship distribution took place in the month of September?
Yes. For the first time from the financial year 2025-26, on the instructions of CM Yogi, scholarship distribution was started in the month of September itself. Due to this, students are getting immediate benefits and it is helping them in their studies.