PM-YASASVI Scheme

Current Context : Recently, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has implemented the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI).

About PM-YASASVI Scheme:

• It is a comprehensive umbrella scheme aimed at uplifting students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified Tribes (DNT) by providing them with access to quality education during their formative years.
• Objective: Provides scholarships to OBC, EBC, and DNT students for access to quality education.
• Components: PM-YASASVI combines and strengthens several previous scholarship programs, including:
  • The Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship for EBCs.
  • The Dr. Ambedkar Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships for DNTs, integrated into this umbrella scheme from 2021-22.
• Scholarships:
  • Pre-Matric : For classes 9–10.
  • Post-Matric : For studies beyond grade 10.
• Eligibility: Family income below ₹5 lakh annually.
• Implementing Agency: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.