Punjab Scholarship 2023-2024: Dates, Eligibility, Application Guide

Punjab Scholarship 2023-2024 An Overview

The Punjab Scholarship is an initiative by the Government of Punjab to provide financial aid to economically deprived category students belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and some minority communities. These scholarships help both pre-matric and post-matric students pursue their education without any financial hurdles. Types of scholarship schemes under this program include traditional forms of education grants used for students from primary school through to postgraduate levels in tertiary institutions.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Punjab Scholarships is different for each scheme:

• Pre-Matric Scholarship: For students from SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities studying in Class 1 to 10. The annual family income should be less than Rs 2 lakh.
• Post-Matric Scholarship: Available for Class 11 to post-graduation level students. Family income of SC/ST candidates must be less than INR 2.5 lakh per annum, and for OBC, less than INR 1 lakh per annum.
• Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities: For students taking professional courses. The family income should not exceed INR 2.5 lakh per annum, with a minimum of 50% marks in the last qualifying exam.
• Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme: This scheme is for students opting for diploma courses in government polytechnic institutions. It provides a scholarship based on CGPA in Class 10 (60% to 100% scholarship based on performance).

Scholarship Amounts

How to Apply

The application procedure for Punjab scholarships is as follows:

1. Open the official Punjab Scholarship Portal — scholarships.punjab.gov.in.
2. Sign up for a student account using basic personal and academic details.
3. Choose the relevant All India Based Scholarship Programme based on your eligibility and preferences.
4. Fill out the application form with your personal details and upload the necessary documents (income certificate, caste certificate, educational records, etc.).
5. Submit your application and keep a printout for reference.

Documents Required

• Income certificate
• Caste certificate
• Domicile certificate
• Marksheets of previous academic qualifications
• Bank passbook copy
• Passport-sized photos

Important Dates

• Application start date: July 2023
• Closing date: November 2023
• Verification due: December 2023

FAQs

1. Can I apply for more than one scholarship offered under Punjab Scholarship?
   You will have to apply for all the schemes by clicking on the link provided in the notification you receive while registering and filling out the scholarship form. This option will be available until 20th August 2022.
2. What is the income limit for applying to Punjab Scholarships?
   The income limit depends on the type of scholarship. For SC/ST students, the income limit is INR 2.5 lakhs per annum, and for OBC students, it is INR 1 lakh per annum.
3. What is the procedure to track Punjab Scholarship status?
   Login to the Punjab Scholarship Portal using your credentials and check under the 'Application Status' section.
4. When is the closing date for Punjab Scholarships?
   The final deadline for most scholarships is November 2023. However, it is recommended to check the official portal or website for updates.