Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana Scholarship 2025–26 – Your Complete A-to-Z Guide

If you love collecting stamps or are curious about them, here’s a golden opportunity!
The Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana Scholarship by India Post is designed to encourage students to take up philately — the art of collecting and studying stamps.

Whether you are a student, parent, or school, this guide will walk you through everything — from eligibility and quiz preparation to creating a philately project.

What is the Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana?

SPARSH stands for Scholarship for Promotion of Aptitude & Research in Stamps as a Hobby.
It’s a special initiative by India Post to make stamp collecting an exciting and educational hobby for school children.

If you are in Classes VI to IX, you can participate, compete in a Philately Quiz, and create a Philately Project. The top students get a scholarship of ₹6,000 per year — plus recognition as one of India’s young philatelists.

Why This Scholarship is Special

• You learn history, culture, geography, art, and science — all through stamps.
• You get financial support to grow your stamp collection.
• You gain national recognition from India Post.
• You improve research, creativity, and presentation skills.

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)

To apply, you must:

• Be in Class VI, VII, VIII, or IX in a recognised school.
• Be a member of your School Philately Club OR have a Philately Deposit Account (PDA) in a Post Office.

If your school doesn’t have a club, you can still apply by opening a PDA.
📌 Here’s our step-by-step guide to opening a Philately Deposit Account.

• Have at least 60% marks in your last exam (55% for SC/ST).

Scholarship Details

• Number of scholarships: 40 per postal circle (10 for each class).
• Value: ₹6,000 per year (₹500/month).
• Payment: Directly to a joint account with parents in IPPB/Post Office/Savings Bank.
• Duration: One year (you can reapply if you still meet the criteria).

Important Dates

• Last date to apply: 6 September 2025 (Update: Extended till 30.09.2025 for some circles)
• Philately Quiz: 21 September 2025 (Update: New Date 07.10.2025 for some circles)
• Project submission: Date will be given to quiz qualifiers

(These dates are mentioned as per the notification of Odisha Postal Circle. Other states may have slightly different dates — check your local postal circle notification.)

How Selection Works

The selection happens in two stages:

Stage 1 – Philately Quiz

• Format: 50 questions (Multiple Choice), 1 mark each, no negative marking.
• Syllabus:
  • General Knowledge – Current Affairs (5), History (5), Geography (5), Science (5), Sports/Culture/Personalities (5)
  • Philately – Local Philately (10), National Philately (15)
• Tip:
  • Read about Indian stamps, famous themes, and local postal history.
  • Practice with past quiz papers.
  • 📌 Click here for the compilation of previous year quiz questions.

Stage 2 – Philately Project

• Only students who pass the quiz can submit a project.
• Length: 4–5 pages, max 500 words, up to 16 philatelic items (stamps, covers, cancellations).
• Language: English, Hindi, or your regional language.
• Tip:
  • Pick a unique topic and tell a story through stamps.
  • Neat presentation matters.
  • 📌 Read our complete guide on how to create a winning philately project.

How to Apply

1. Get the application form from your Senior/Superintendent of Post Offices (or download by clicking here).
2. Attach:
   • Proof of Philately Club membership or PDA.
   • Attested copy of your marksheet.
   • School ID card copy.
3. Submit before the deadline by hand or post.

Conclusion

The Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana Scholarship 2025–26 is more than just ₹6,000 in your account.
It’s a gateway to learning, creativity, and national recognition — all through the fascinating world of stamps.

If you’re in Classes VI to IX, grab this chance. Prepare for the quiz, create a project that tells a story, and showcase your passion for philately.

📬 Useful Links:

• Official India Post Philately Website
• Step-by-step guide to opening a Philately Deposit Account
• Detailed quiz preparation guide with sample questions

💬 Got questions about applying, preparing, or eligibility? Drop your queries in the comments below — we’ll help you out so you can focus on winning this scholarship!