Uttar Pradesh’s Berojgari Bhatta Yojana 2025 offers ₹1,000-₹1,500 monthly to educated unemployed youth, aiming to ease financial burdens while they seek jobs. The scheme targets graduates and post-graduates registered with employment exchanges, amidst a 5.6% national unemployment rate in May 2025. With streamlined online applications, it supports skill development and job searches, addressing the state’s youth unemployment challenges.
Uttar Pradesh Rolls Out Berojgari Bhatta Yojana 2025 for Youth
The Uttar Pradesh government has relaunched the Berojgari Bhatta Yojana in 2025, targeting educated unemployed youth facing financial hardships while seeking employment. The scheme provides a monthly allowance ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500, depending on educational qualifications, to individuals registered with the state’s Employment Exchanges. Eligible applicants must be residents of Uttar Pradesh, aged between 21 and 35, and hold at least a high school diploma, with higher allowances for graduates and post-graduates. The initiative aims to offer a financial cushion, enabling youth to focus on skill development and job searches without immediate economic pressure.
In May 2025, India’s unemployment rate rose to 5.6%, with youth unemployment (ages 15–29) reaching 17.9% in urban areas and 13.7% in rural regions, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS). Uttar Pradesh, with its large youth population, faces significant employment challenges, particularly for educated individuals. The Berojgari Bhatta Yojana addresses this by providing temporary financial relief, encouraging participation in skill-building programs and job fairs organized by the state.
The application process is fully online, hosted on the Uttar Pradesh Employment Exchange portal (sewayojan.up.nic.in). Applicants must submit proof of residency, educational certificates, and employment exchange registration details. The state has emphasized transparency, with direct benefit transfers (DBT) ensuring timely disbursal of funds. In 2024, similar schemes in states like Haryana and Chhattisgarh supported thousands of youth, with Chhattisgarh offering ₹2,500 monthly under its own Berozgari Bhatta Yojana. Uttar Pradesh aims to expand its reach, targeting over 1 lakh beneficiaries in 2025.
The scheme aligns with national efforts like the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, approved by the Union Cabinet in July 2025, which aims to create 3.5 crore jobs by 2027. While the ELI focuses on first-time workers with up to ₹15,000 in salary support, Uttar Pradesh’s initiative caters specifically to those still jobless, complementing broader job creation efforts. However, critics argue that the allowance amount is insufficient given rising living costs and urge the state to integrate more robust skilling programs.
Uttar Pradesh’s Employment Department has also introduced job fairs and counseling sessions to connect youth with private-sector opportunities. Data from the PLFS indicates that 50% of India’s graduates are employed in roles below their skill levels, highlighting the need for such targeted interventions. The Berojgari Bhatta Yojana, while a step forward, faces the challenge of scaling up to meet the demands of the state’s vast unemployed population.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information sourced from government announcements, the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), and reports from credible news outlets. All India Press has compiled this data to provide accurate and timely information, but readers are advised to verify details through official government portals like sewayojan.up.nic.in for eligibility and application processes.