The Uttar Pradesh government’s Atal Awasiya Vidyalaya scheme provides free residential education to children from eligible beneficiary groups. Girls can also seek admission under the scheme, subject to the eligibility conditions and selection procedure specified for the relevant academic session. Admissions are offered to eligible students in Classes 6 and 9 through an entrance examination.The scheme was introduced to provide quality residential education to children of registered construction workers. Eligible children orphaned during the Covid 19 pandemic may also qualify under the applicable provisions. Parents must check the official admission notification before applying, as eligibility requirements and deadlines may vary between academic sessions.Who is eligible for admission?Under the 2026–27 admission guidelines, eligible applicants included children of construction workers registered with the Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The worker had to complete at least three years of board membership by November 30, 2025.Children orphaned due to Covid 19 were also eligible under the applicable provisions, including those covered by the Mukhyamantri Bal Seva Yojana. The guidelines restricted eligibility to a maximum of two children per family.These conditions apply to the 2026–27 admission cycle. Applicants for subsequent sessions should verify the latest official notification for updated eligibility requirements.Entrance examination and selection processAdmission to Atal Awasiya Vidyalayas is based on a selection examination rather than direct enrolment. Separate examinations are prescribed for Classes 6 and 9.• Class 6: The examination assesses mental ability, arithmetic and language skills.• Class 9: The examination covers Hindi, English, mathematics and science.The examination is conducted in Hindi or English, according to the applicable guidelines. Candidates must complete the application process and submit the required documents.Selection is provisional. Clearing the examination does not automatically guarantee admission, as original documents must be verified before admission is confirmed.How to check admission detailsParents should consult the latest admission notification published through Uttar Pradesh government district websites or the Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The Lucknow district administration website also provides admission-related information and application links.The notification should be checked for eligible classes, age limits, application deadlines, examination details and document requirements.