Students & Youth Government Schemes List (2026)
Comprehensive directory of scholarships, education loan subsidies, free tablet schemes, and skill training programs for school and university students.
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Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP)
National campaign to improve the child sex ratio, ensure girl child education, and promote empowerment through coordinated interventions.
Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan
A holistic development initiative targeting tribal-majority villages to bridge gaps in social infrastructure such as education, clean cooking fuel, drinking water, roads, and digital connectivity.
Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN)
Flagship initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs delivering essential services—housing, clean water, road connectivity, electricity, health and education—to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across India.
Uttar Pradesh Free Laptop/Tablet Distribution and Uniform/Textbook Grant Scheme
The scheme provides free tablets or smartphones to eligible higher‑education students and a direct cash transfer of Rs 1,200 for uniforms, shoes, bags and sweaters to primary‑school children in Uttar Pradesh.
Uttar Pradesh Pre‑Matric & Post‑Matric Scholarships (General / OBC / SC / ST / Minority)
A state‑run scholarship programme that reimburses tuition fees and provides a maintenance allowance to eligible students from school level up to postgraduate studies.
Bihar Sainik Welfare Department & Martyr Assistance
Bihar state grants providing ex-gratia compensation to families of martyrs and welfare support to state veterans.
Chief Minister Cycle, Dress & Incentive Schemes (Bihar)
Distributes cash grants for cycles, uniforms, and textbooks to school-going children to encourage daily attendance.
Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme – Short‑Term Agricultural Credit Facility
The Kisan Credit Card Scheme provides timely, collateral‑free short‑term credit to farmers for cultivation, post‑harvest expenses, and allied activities such as dairy, fisheries and poultry.
Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme (BSCC)
Provides state-guaranteed educational loans up to ₹4 lakh at subsidized interest rates for Bihar domiciled students pursuing recognized higher education courses.
Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan
An overarching program for the school education sector extending from pre-school to class 12, focusing on quality and equity.
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship (NMMS)
Provides scholarships to meritorious students of economically weaker sections to arrest dropouts at class 8 level.
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Unified Portal
A single unified portal coordinating over 100 scholarships sponsored by various central ministries and state governments.
Disability Certificate (RPwD Act, 2016)
Official government certification under the RPwD Act 2016 verifying the type and percentage of disability.
Free Motorized Tricycle Scheme (UP)
Distributes free motorized tricycles to students and working PwDs in Uttar Pradesh with severe locomotive disabilities.
Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (Bihar)
Provides financial assistance up to Rs. 54,100 to girls from birth till graduation to promote education and prevent child marriage.
Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Sashaktikaran Yojana (Bihar)
Bihar government scheme providing motorized tricycles, cochlear implant funding, and assistive devices to residents with disabilities to enhance mobility and education access.
AICTE Pragati, Saksham & Swanath Scholarships
Dedicated technical education scholarships supporting girls, disabled students, and orphans pursuing degree or diploma courses.
Indian Navy SSC Officer & INET
Short Service Commission officer entry for various branches including Executive, Technical, Education, and Law.
ST Pre/Post Matric Scholarships & Ashram Schools (Uttar Pradesh)
Provides educational grants and residential schooling facilities to Scheduled Tribe students residing in Uttar Pradesh.
CSD Canteen Benefits & PM Scholarship Scheme
Provides subsidized consumer goods via Canteen Stores Department (CSD) and education scholarship for ex-servicemen children.
UP Sainik Welfare Board Benefits & Free Coaching
Provides pension assistance, medical grants, and free state-sponsored coaching for defence entrance exams like NDA/CDS in UP.
Bihar Free Coaching & Technical/Vocational Scholarships
The scheme provides tuition‑free coaching for BPSC/UPSC examinations and subsidised scholarships for students pursuing ITI, Polytechnic, engineering and medical courses in Bihar.
Mukhyamantri Medhavriti Yojana & Post Matric Scholarship (Bihar)
Special scholarships for SC/ST students passing matric/intermediate, and general post-matric fee reimbursement in Bihar.
PM SHRI Schools & Technical/Polytechnic/ITI Scholarships (Uttar Pradesh)
State‑level implementation of PM SHRI schools and dedicated scholarship programmes for technical stream students in Uttar Pradesh.
Bihar Artisan & Cooperative Credit Support Scheme
Provides credit cards to registered weavers, potters and craftsmen in Bihar and offers subsidised loans through cooperative societies for procurement of raw materials and modern tools.
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College & University Students
Provides financial assistance to meritorious students from low-income families to meet day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies.
Eklavya Model Residential Schools & Vidya Lakshmi Portal
Residential schools for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students, and a unified portal for educational loan search and application.
BharatNet Project
BharatNet is the Government of India's initiative to provide high-speed optical fibre broadband connectivity to all Gram Panchayats, enabling digital access for rural institutions and citizens.
ST Post-Matric & Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme, Bihar
Financial assistance for Scheduled Tribe students domiciled in Bihar studying at pre-matric and post-matric levels, covering tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and related charges via direct benefit transfer.
National Fund for Persons with Disabilities
Financial assistance to PwDs for higher education, vocational training, and specialized medical treatments.
Inclusive Education under Samagra Shiksha
Support for student aids, customized curricula, and specialized teachers to ensure inclusive schooling.
Scholarships for Students with Disabilities (Bihar)
State-funded scholarship program supporting disabled students from primary schools to universities.
PM-USHA (Higher Education)
State higher education development scheme providing strategic funding to state universities and colleges.
Kendriya Vidyalaya & Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Schemes
Network of central government schools providing high-quality, subsidized education to children of central staff and rural talents.
National Pension System (NPS)
A voluntary, defined‑contribution retirement savings scheme administered by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) to facilitate systematic long‑term savings for old age.
ST Hostel Scheme & Book Grant for ST Students, Bihar
Provides free hostel accommodation and an annual book grant to Scheduled Tribe students studying in recognized educational institutions in Bihar.
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF) & INSPIRE
Direct research and higher education funding for outstanding science and engineering students in premier institutions.
UGC Ishan Uday & National Fellowships (SC/ST)
Special scholarship for North Eastern Region students and doctoral fellowship grants for SC/ST researchers.
Digital Education Initiatives (Vidyanjali, SWAYAM, PM eVIDYA, DIKSHA)
Comprehensive digital educational platforms providing free online courses, TV channels, digital content, and school volunteer link.
Working Women Hostel & National Creche Scheme
Provides safe, affordable hostel accommodation for working women and day‑care facilities for their children aged six months to six years.