UP Smartphone Scheme 2025: A big good news is coming for lakhs of youth of Uttar Pradesh. The state government is now seriously considering the plan to provide free smartphones to the youth. This decision can be taken soon under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The Industrial Development Department has prepared a proposal, in which it has been said to distribute smartphones worth about ₹ 10,000 to the youth.
Actually, the UP government was already working on the plan to distribute tablets and smartphones, but in the middle this process slowed down due to budget and administrative problems. Now that work has started on this scheme again, it is believed that this time the government is more ready to empower the youth technically.
UP Smartphone Scheme 2025 Latest Update
The Uttar Pradesh government is preparing to distribute smartphones to lakhs of youth of the state soon. Under the Swami Vivekananda Scheme, the Industrial Development Department has prepared a proposal for distribution of smartphones and tablets.
CM Yogi Adityanath will take the final decision on this, after which the distribution of smartphones worth around Rs 10 thousand can start. Last month, Minister Nand Gopal Nandi expressed displeasure over the inaction of the department, because despite the budget provision, the distribution did not take place and the budget of Rs 3100 crore lapsed, due to which the youth had to face disappointment.
Proposal under Swami Vivekananda Scheme
The proposal prepared by the Industrial Development Department comes under the ‘Swami Vivekananda Yuva Sashaktikaran Yojana‘. Under this scheme, it has been said to give free smartphones to those youths who are getting higher education or are involved in any employment-oriented training.
The price of this smartphone can be around ₹10,000 and it will be given completely free. Its purpose is to connect the youth with digital resources and provide them information related to education, training and employment through mobile.
What will be the Eligibility for UP Smartphone Scheme 2025?
First of all, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh. This scheme is only for the youth living in UP. Apart from this, the beneficiary must be pursuing graduation, post graduation, diploma or technical course in a recognized institute.
The benefit of this scheme will be available only to those students whose family’s annual income is less than ₹2 lakh. Apart from this, the student should pass all his previous educational examinations i.e. he should not have any backlog. In some cases, there may also be a condition that there should be a minimum of 65% marks in 10th or 12th.
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Documents required for UP Smartphone Scheme 2025
- Aadhar Card
- Residence Certificate (of Uttar Pradesh)
- Educational Certificate (10th, 12th, Diploma/Degree Marksheet)
- Income Certificate (Annual Income should be less than ₹2 Lakh)
- Passport Size Photograph
- Mobile Number
- Bank Account Details (in which DBT can be done)
- College/Institute ID Card or Admission Proof
These documents have to be uploaded or submitted at the time of application, when the government will start the application process.
The decision of the Chief Minister will come soon
The draft of the scheme has now been sent to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. It is reported that CM Yogi will soon take a final decision on this. As soon as his approval is received, this scheme will be passed by the cabinet and implemented. All eyes are now on the decision of the Chief Minister, because the scheme was already pending and now the government is trying to activate it again.
When can the UP Smartphone Scheme 2025 start?
At present, no official date has been announced by the government for the launch of this scheme, but officials say that as soon as CM Yogi’s order is received, work will be started on it rapidly. This scheme came into discussion before the assembly elections, but was shelved due to lack of budget. Now that the initiative is being taken again, it is expected that the youth will soon have smartphones in their hands.
How beneficial will smartphones be for youth
If this scheme is implemented, it can prove to be very beneficial for lakhs of youth of UP. Especially those youth who come from rural areas and who lack digital resources will get direct benefit from it.
Through smartphones, students will not only be able to attend online classes but will also be able to easily get information related to employment and government schemes. This scheme will also strengthen the vision of ‘Digital India’.
How to Apply for UP Smartphone Scheme 2025?
Students do not have to apply themselves in Uttar Pradesh Smartphone / Tablet Scheme 2025 (Swami Vivekananda Yuva Empowerment Scheme). Its entire management is done by the college or technical institute.
- You don’t need to fill any online forms
- The college will apply for you
- The device will be delivered to the college once you are notified of the selection by the institute.
- No need to check any official website or link — your college will notify you.
- Stay updated with your college/institute.
Conclusion
So friends, UP Smartphone Scheme 2025 is a commendable initiative of the state government, which aims to digitally empower the youth. This scheme will not only provide technical support to the students in their education, but will also give them better access to competitive exams and digital platforms.
The government has made arrangements for distribution through colleges, simplifying the application process, so that students will not have to do any separate process. If you are studying in a recognized institute in Uttar Pradesh, then this scheme can make your future more technically strong.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information and media reports related to UP Smartphone Scheme 2025. The terms, eligibility and procedure of the scheme may be changed by the government from time to time. Please confirm with the official announcement or your college/institution.
FAQs
Do I have to apply for UP Smartphone Scheme online myself?
No, the student does not need to apply for this scheme himself. The entire application process is done through the college or institute.
What are the necessary documents to be submitted to get a smartphone?
Aadhar Card, Residence Certificate, Income Certificate, Educational Certificate, Bank Account Details, and Passport Size Photo will be required.
Which students will get the benefit of the scheme?
Permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh, who are pursuing graduation, post-graduation, diploma or technical course in a recognized institute and whose family income is less than ₹2 lakh, will be eligible for this.
