Scholarships to 4.60 lakh students
On 3 October 2026 the UP Chief Minister transferred over ₹148 crore of scholarship and fee reimbursement to more than 4.60 lakh low-income pre-matric and post-matric students. Last year 69 lakh students received ₹6,200 crore. The 2026-27 target is 70 lakh students, with all eligible students to be paid by 26 January.
UPPCS angle: GS-VI: education access.
3 Oct 2026