Youth Hostel Scheme
✓ Information verified — June 2026The Youth Hostel Scheme is a joint venture of the Central and State Governments of India. It was launched in the early 1960s to promote youth travel within the country by providing low-cost budget accommodation and facilities to students and youth groups traveling on excursions or study tours.
What You Get
- Low-cost budget accommodation at youth hostels across India
- Safe and secure lodging facilities designed for students and youth travelers
- Access to common facilities like dining areas, recreational spaces, and study areas
- Discounted or subsidized room rates compared to commercial hotels
- Support for organized group travel and educational excursions
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Students enrolled in recognized educational institutions
- Youth aged 6 to 30 years (age limits may vary by hostel)
- Youth groups and organizations registered with recognized bodies
- Individual travelers and backpackers seeking budget accommodation
- No income restrictions or caste-based limitations
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Student Identity Card
- 3. Age Proof Document
- 4. Group Registration Certificate
- 5. Travel Itinerary
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
- Category
- Housing
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/yhsNodal Ministry
Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports
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