Starting with the 2025-26 session, the Uttar Pradesh government introduced the One-Time Registration (OTR) system. This creates a lifelong Student Unique ID linked to your Aadhaar. If you don’t have an OTR number, you cannot apply for Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, or Dashmottar scholarships.
Why OTR is the “Master Key” in 2026
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Permanent ID: You only do this once in your entire student life.
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Auto-Fill: Once OTR is done, your renewal forms will automatically pull data from your OTR profile, reducing errors.
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Aadhaar-Seeding: OTR ensures your bank account is linked via NPCI for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Step-by-Step OTR Registration Process
The 2026 process is strictly digital. Follow these steps to generate your number:
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Visit Portal: Go to the official [suspicious link removed] website.
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Locate OTR Link: Look for the “OTR पंजीकरण करें” (Register for OTR) link on the left sidebar or under the “Student” tab.
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Mobile Verification: Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. You will receive an OTP; enter it to proceed.
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Aadhaar e-KYC: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. The portal will fetch your Name, Gender, and DOB from the UIDAI database.
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Biometric/Face Auth: In 2026, many students are being prompted for Face Authentication to prevent duplicate IDs.
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OTR Generation: Once verified, your unique OTR Number will be displayed on the screen and sent via SMS.
Important Dates & Status Check (February 2026)
As we are in late February, here is the current status of the 2026 cycle:
To rank #1, you must address the technical “traps” students face:
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“Mobile Not Linked”: If your SIM isn’t linked to Aadhaar, the OTR will fail. You must visit a Post Office or Bank to update your Aadhaar first.
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“Data Mismatch”: If your high school marksheet says “Ravi Kumar” but Aadhaar says “Ravi K,” your OTR will be flagged. Aadhaar data must match your academic records.
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The “Duplicate” Error: If you try to create a second OTR using a different mobile number but the same Aadhaar, you will be permanently debarred from all UP scholarships.
FAQ
Q: I already have an NSP OTR. Do I need a UP Scholarship OTR too? A: Yes. The National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and UP Scholarship Portal are separate. If you are applying for state-funded schemes (like the UP Dashmottar), you must have a UP OTR.
Q: Can I edit my OTR details later? A: You can edit bank details and mobile numbers, but “Core Details” (Name, DOB, Father’s Name) are locked once verified via Aadhaar e-KYC.
Q: Is there a fee for OTR? A: No. The OTR process is completely free on the official government portal.