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About the scholarship
The PM Yasasvi Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Andaman & Nicobar Islands 2026–27, offered by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, supports Other Backward Classes students of the islands pursuing post-matriculation courses. Selected candidates receive financial assistance of up to Rs 10,000 per year covering the academic allowance and fees.
Eligibility
- Indian national and domiciled in Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- Belong to the OBC community of the UT.
- Studying a post-matriculation or post-secondary course in a recognised institution.
- Passed matriculation or higher from a recognised board/university.
- Annual parent/guardian income ≤ Rs 2,50,000.
Benefits
- Up to Rs 10,000 per year — academic allowance plus tuition fees.
- Paid by DBT into the Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- OBC caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Previous class marksheet
- Bank passbook copy
- Passport-size photograph
How to apply
- Go to the National Scholarship Portalscholarships.gov.in
- Register / log inSelect the PM Yasasvi Post-Matric OBC scheme (Andaman & Nicobar).
- Upload documents and submitBefore 31 October 2026.
FAQs
Up to Rs 10,000 per year, covering the academic allowance and fees.
Rs 2.5 lakh per year of parent/guardian income from all sources.
Recognised post-matriculation or post-secondary courses.
On the National Scholarship Portal, scholarships.gov.in.
Verified 16 Oct 2026 via the Buddy4Study 2026-27 Andaman & Nicobar listing (up to Rs 10,000/yr; 31 Oct 2026) and the PM Yasasvi scheme structure confirmed across the Sikkim post-matric listing and CollegeDunia guide (OBC; income ≤ Rs 2.5L; NSP).
