Manipur University Free Coaching 2026 | Online Registration Open

Manipur University, through the Dr. Ambedkar Centre of Excellence (DACE), has officially released the admission notification for its Free Coaching Scheme. Sponsored entirely by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, this initiative offers high-quality preparatory classes for UPSC/MPSC Civil Services and Banking/SSC/Insurance examinations. This scheme provides monthly stipends and full course fee sponsorship to eligible SC, OBC, and PwD candidates.

Manipur University Free Coaching 2026 Overview
Organization Name	Manipur University (Dr. Ambedkar Centre of Excellence - DACE)
Admission Notice No.	MU/DACE/Adm – 22/1/Aca (Dated: 10.06.2026)
Target Segments	SC, OBC, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Only
export Coaching Streams	UPSC/MPSC Civil Services & Banking/Insurance/SSC/ RRB
Application Mode	Online Registration via Samarth Admission Portal

Important Admission Timelines
Last Date for Online Submission	10.07.2026 (Until 11:59 P.M.)
Admission Test (UPSC/MPSC CSE)	19.07.2026 (Sunday | 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon)
Admission Test (Banking/SSC)	19.07.2026 (Sunday | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM)
Declaration of Test Results	19.07.2026
Counselling Schedule	23.07.2026 to 24.07.2026 (10:00 AM - 04:00 PM)
Commencement of Classes	03.08.2026 (Monday)

Detailed Course Duration & Intake Capacity
Course Program Name Course Duration SC & OBC Intake PwD Intake Total Intake UPSC/MPSC CSE (Prelims + Mains) 1 Year 70 15 85 Seats Banking/Insurance/PSU/SSC/RRB 9 Months 30 30 60 Seats

Core Eligibility & Income Criteria

Category Focus: Open strictly for candidates belonging to SC, OBC, and PwBD classes. Applicants must be Indian nationals, with local preference for those domiciled in Manipur. Educational Limit: Must hold a graduate degree from a recognized University or Institution. Candidates currently appearing in their final semester of graduation are also fully eligible. Annual Income Ceiling: Total family income from all combined sources must be ₹8.00 Lakh or less per annum. Age Limits (Category-wise): SC: 21 - 37 Years | OBC: 21 - 35 Years | PwD: 21 - 42 Years.

Sponsorship Fees & Monthly Stipend Allowances

Monthly Stipend Structure: Eligible SC and OBC candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹4,000/-. PwD candidates receive a ₹4,000/- monthly maintenance allowance plus a ₹2,000/- monthly disability allowance. Book Allowance: PwD candidates are entitled to an additional one-time book grant of ₹5,000/-. Course Fee Sponsorship (UPSC): ₹75,000/- sponsored directly by the Ministry for all eligible streams. Course Fee Sponsorship (Banking/SSC): ₹50,000/- for SC/OBC setups and ₹40,000/- for PwD scholars. Direct Benefit Transfer: For SC/OBC categories, financial grants are dispatched in two equal installments (50% each) via DBT channels to bank accounts. The course fees must be remitted to the university within 15 days of receiving the installment.

DACE Entrance Admission Test Pattern

Final student shortlists will be generated on a merit matrix calculated through the specialized written test: Exam Course SC/OBC Test Pattern PwD Test Pattern UPSC / MPSC 100 MCQs (2 marks each) | 2 Hours. Syllabus: UPSC CSE Prelims GS Paper-1. 100 MCQs (2 marks each) | 2 Hours. Syllabus: UPSC CSE Prelims (NCERT level). Banking / SSC 100 MCQs (2 marks each) | 60 Mins. Syllabus: Quant (25), Reasoning (25), English (25), GA (25). 80 MCQs (2 marks each) | 90 Mins. Syllabus: Quant (20), Mental Ability (20), English (20), GA (20).

Mandatory Document Verification Portfolio

Candidates must upload self-attested soft copies of the following: Recent color passport size photograph. Certificates and marksheets from Matriculation up to the highest acquired graduation degree level. Valid Category/Caste Certificate (SC/OBC). Disability Certificate showing UDID number references (Benchmark disability must be 40% or higher). Income Certificate (Not older than one year from online form registration date). Aadhaar Card copy. Aadhaar-enabled bank account records (Passbook front page print or cancelled cheque asset).

How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step Instructions)

Navigate directly to the official unified application portal link: manipurunivadm.samarth.edu.in. Select new registration modules, compile basic parameters and pick your desired free coaching stream. Complete the online application framework fields meticulously. Upload clear, self-attested documents including Aadhaar, income statements, and verified bank parameters. Process the processing application fee (₹200/- for SC/OBC applicants; PwD candidates are exempt or not specified). Lock your entries and download the summary sheet printout before 10th July 2026.

Important Useful Links
Online Application Portal (Samarth)	Click Here
Official Notification (SC & OBC)	Click Here
Official Notification (PwD)	Click Here
Official University Website	Click Here

Manipur University Free Coaching - FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for the Manipur University Free Coaching Scheme 2026?

Only candidates belonging to SC, OBC, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories with a combined annual family income of ₹8.00 Lakh or less can apply for this program.

What is the last date to submit the online application form?

The last date for online application module submission on Samarth is 10th July 2026 (Until 11:59:59 PM).

Do students receive a monthly stipend during the coaching program?

Yes, SC/OBC candidates receive ₹4,000 per month. PwD candidates receive ₹4,000 per month plus a ₹2,000 monthly disability allowance and a ₹5,000 one-time book allowance.

Are final year graduation students eligible to register?

Yes, candidates currently completing their final semester of graduation are eligible to apply.

What is the registration application fee structure?

The application registration fee is ₹200/- for SC/OBC candidates. For PwD candidates, no processing fee details are mentioned.

When is the admission screening written test scheduled?

The multi-choice entrance admission test is scheduled to be held on 19th July 2026 (Sunday).

Is there a specific reservation criteria for female candidates?

Yes, a mandatory 30% of total seats are explicitly reserved for female candidates across all coaching program courses.

How is the scholarship course fee structured and paid?

The course fee is fully sponsored by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. For SC/OBC candidates, it is released in two DBT installments to the student's authenticated bank account, which must be remitted to the university within 15 days.

What is the age limit parameter for OBC applicants?

The applicable age bracket for OBC candidates is minimum 21 years up to a maximum of 35 years.

What is the syllabus map for the UPSC entrance test?

The entrance exam structure comprises 100 MCQs based on the standard UPSC CSE Preliminary General Studies Paper-1 syllabus matrices (NCERT standard base filters for PwD).