Uttarakhand UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme

The UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme, managed by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, provides one-time financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 to eligible candidates who clear UPSC or UKPSC Prelims or an Armed Forces written examination. Candidates can use this amount to prepare for the next stage of selection. For the July to December 2026 cycle, the last date to apply is 31 December 2026.

Introduction of Uttarakhand UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme: A Brief Insight

Clearing the UPSC or UKPSC Preliminary examination is a major achievement, but candidates must prepare even harder for the Mains examination. Coaching classes, test series and months of dedicated study can be expensive, making it difficult for many talented candidates from Uttarakhand to continue their preparation. The UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme aims to support these candidates at this important stage.

The Government of Uttarakhand introduced this scheme through a Government Order dated 10 August 2021. The Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand, manages the scheme. Its main objective is to help deserving young people prepare for the Main examination of civil services or the next stage of Armed Forces recruitment without letting financial difficulties become a major obstacle.

Under the scheme, each eligible candidate receives one-time financial assistance of Rs. 50,000. It covers candidates who clear the UPSC or UKPSC Preliminary examination for Group A and Group B services, as well as those who qualify in the written examination for Armed Forces entries such as NDA, CDS and OTA.

All eligible UPSC and Armed Forces candidates can apply, subject to the scheme’s conditions. However, for UKPSC, the benefit is limited to the first 100 qualified candidates.

Applicants must be natives or permanent residents of Uttarakhand and must have completed their degree or required qualification from a recognised institution in the State. They must submit their applications within three months of the result declaration.

Candidates can apply online through the Uttarakhand Samarth Scholarship Portal or offline at the Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani. For the current application cycle, covering July to December 2026, the last date to apply is 31 December 2026. Candidates who need assistance can contact the Directorate for guidance.

Candidates who later secure final selection and complete training at NDA, IMA, OTA, INA or the Indian Air Force Academy can explore the Armed Forces Selected Candidates Award Scheme for a separate reward. Those who are still preparing for their first attempt can also explore free online coaching under the Mukhyamantri Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana.

School students with strong academic potential may also find the Mukhyamantri Yuva Vidyarthi Manthan Yojana useful for their educational journey.

Civil services aspirants, students and others looking for education and youth welfare initiatives can explore more programmes on our List of Welfare Schemes of Uttarakhand Government page.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

Eligible candidates receive the following benefits under the Government of Uttarakhand’s UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme.

• Financial Assistance: A one-time payment of Rs. 50,000.
• Preparation Support: Financial help to prepare for the Mains examination or the next stage of the selection process.
• Eligible Candidates: Available to eligible UPSC and Armed Forces candidates, along with the first 100 qualified UKPSC candidates.
• Direct Bank Transfer: The department credits the approved amount to the candidate’s bank account after verification.
• Two Payment Cycles: The department processes applications twice a year, with payments scheduled by 31 October or 30 April, depending on the application cycle.

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

To receive assistance under the UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme, candidates must meet the following eligibility conditions.

• Must be a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
• Must have completed graduation, post-graduation or the required qualification through regular or open mode from a recognised institution located in Uttarakhand.
• Must have qualified in any one of the following examinations:
  • UPSC: Preliminary examination for Group A and Group B services.
  • UKPSC: Preliminary examination for Group A and Group B services.
  • Armed Forces: Written examination for NDA, CDS, OTA, Indian Naval Academy or Indian Air Force Academy.
• For UKPSC candidates, the scheme covers only the first 100 qualified candidates.
• Must apply within 3 months of the result declaration. Armed Forces candidates can apply during their training period.
• Must not have received this benefit under the scheme earlier.

Documents Required to be Attached

Before applying for the UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme of the Government of Uttarakhandthrough the Samarth Scholarship Portal, keep the following documents ready to complete your application smoothly.

• Aadhaar Card
• PAN Card
• Uttarakhand Permanent Residence Certificate
• Admit card and result of the preliminary or written examination
• Graduation or post-graduation certificate from an institution in Uttarakhand
• High School and Intermediate certificates
• Income certificate
• Bank account details, including the IFSC code
• Recent passport-size photograph and signature
• Self-declaration confirming that you have not received this benefit earlier

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme

Candidates can apply for the UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme online through the Uttarakhand Samarth Scholarship Portal or offline at the Directorate of Higher Education. For the July to December 2026 cycle, the last date to apply is 31 December 2026.

Apply as soon as your Preliminary or written examination result is declared. You must submit your application within three months of the result declaration, so keep your documents ready and avoid waiting until the last date.

Get Ready First

Step 1: Download your Preliminary or written examination result. Make sure it clearly shows your roll number and qualification status.

Step 2: Keep scanned copies of your admit card, Uttarakhand domicile certificate, degree certificate, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card and bank passbook ready.

Step 3: Visit the Samarth Portal timeline page and check the application dates for the current cycle.

Create Your Account

Step 1: Open the Uttarakhand Samarth Scholarship Portal.

Step 2: Click on New User and register by entering your name, mobile number and email ID, along with the other details requested on the portal.

Step 3: After registration, log in using the username and password you created.

Fill the Scheme Form

Step 1: Find and select UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme from the list of available schemes.

Step 2: Select the application session July 2026 to December 2026.

Step 3: Choose the examination you qualified for: UPSC, UKPSC or an Armed Forces written examination.

Step 4: Enter your roll number, examination result details, educational qualifications and bank account information in the form.

Step 5: Upload the required documents and self-declaration in the prescribed format.

Step 6: Check every detail carefully. If everything is correct, submit your application and save a copy for future reference.

Prefer to Apply Offline?

Step 1: Obtain the prescribed application form according to the Government Order dated 10 August 2021.

Step 2: Fill in the form and attach self-attested copies of all the required documents.

Step 3: Submit the completed application to the Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani. Make sure you apply within three months of your examination result.

Track Your Application

Step 1: Log in to the Samarth Scholarship Portal to check whether the department has verified your application.

Step 2: Visit the Public Notice section to check the eligible, ineligible and final beneficiary lists.

Step 3: After the department verifies your documents and approves your application, it transfers the Rs. 50,000 assistance to your bank account during the scheduled payment month for your application cycle.

Important: Before applying, read the Government Order and scheme details carefully. You can find the relevant information and details of other scholarships on the Higher Education Department’s Scholarship Portal page.

Important Links Available of the Scheme

• Apply online for UPSC/UKPCS Pre Qualified Students Coaching Scheme on Samarth
• Application and payment timeline of the scheme
• Public notices and beneficiary lists
• Government Order and scholarship schemes, Higher Education Department Uttarakhand

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

• Department: Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand
• Office: Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani, District Nainital, Uttarakhand

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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