UP Free Tablet Yojana 2025 LIVE: Class 10th-12th, UG Students, ITI Studdents to Get Free Tablets – Apply Now on digishakti.up.gov.in
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21/04/2025
In a major push toward digital education, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has announced the continued rollout of the UP Free Tablet and Smartphone Yojana 2025. Targeting over 1 crore students across UP, this scheme provides free tablets and smartphones to meritorious students from Class 10, 12, undergraduate, and ITI programs—helping bridge the digital divide across the state.
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Quick Snapshot: UP Free Tablet Yojana 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | UP Free Tablet & Smartphone Yojana 2025 |
| Launched By | CM Yogi Adityanath, Govt of Uttar Pradesh |
| Beneficiaries | Class 10th, 12th, UG, PG, Diploma, ITI students |
| Device Distribution | Free tablets & smartphones with educational content |
| Official Website | digishakti.up.gov.in |
| Budget Allocation | ₹3,000 crore |
| Current Phase Target | 1 crore+ students |
| Mode of Application | Online (via educational institutes or direct registration) |
Who Can Apply?
Students must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh
- Enrolled in Class 10, 12, UG, PG, diploma, or ITI course
- Studying in govt or govt-recognized institutions
- Annual family income less than ₹2 lakhs (income cap varies)
- Priority for EWS, SC/ST, OBC, and female candidates from rural areas
How to Apply for UP Free Tablet Scheme 2025?
Here’s how students can apply for the UP Free Tablet Yojana:
- Visit the official website: https://digishakti.up.gov.in
- Click on “New Registration”
- Enter mobile number and verify via OTP
- Fill out the application form with academic & personal details
- Upload documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Educational certificates
- Income certificate
- Domicile certificate
- Submit and wait for verification by the authorities
- Shortlisted students will be notified and receive devices from their institutions
What Do Students Get?
- Free Tablet or Smartphone with:
- Preloaded e-learning apps and syllabus-based content
- Internet access (in selected devices)
- Device tracking and student-linked IDs to prevent misuse
- Top Manufacturers: Lava, Samsung, Acer selected for quality
- Distribution Stats:
- 40,000 tablets
- 60,000 smartphones (initial phase)
Scheme Benefits
- Boosts Digital Learning for rural and underprivileged students
- Enhances Exam Prep for competitive and board exams
- Bridges Education Gap during post-COVID digital transition
- Enables Skill Development via digital resources
- Promotes Equity by prioritizing girls and EWS students
What’s Next?
- Phase-wise distribution expected to ramp up by May–June 2025
- Counselling centers and helpdesks to be set up in universities and ITIs
- New features like AI-based learning tools and live classes may be introduced in the next rollout
FAQs – UP Free Tablet Yojana 2025
Q1. Who gets priority in the tablet distribution?
A: Students from rural backgrounds, girls, SC/ST/OBC categories, and low-income families are prioritized.
Q2. Do I have to pay anything to get the tablet?
A: No. The entire cost is borne by the UP state government.
Q3. Can I choose between a tablet or smartphone?
A: No, the distribution is decided based on academic category and availability.
Q4. Is there a last date to apply?
A: While no official last date is announced yet, students are advised to register as early as possible via their institutions.
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