Punjab Scholarship 2023-24: Eligibility, Apply Online, Status, Dates

The Government of Punjab introduced many scholarships to students. If the students are permanent resident of Punjab then here is a golden opportunity to grab and continue their studies. The main intension of providing Punjab scholarship is providing financial support to the one wish to study. Applicants can apply the scholarship based on category, class/course through official website, E-Punjab scholarship portal/Dr. Ambedkar Punjab Scholarship Portal or applicants can also apply from National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

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Punjab Scholarship 2023-24

Punjab Scholarship 2023-24, is a scholarship program for students residing in Punjab. Punjab scholarships are available for students studying from 1^st standard to post-graduation. This scholarship is sponsored by Central and State governments, of Punjab, respectively. The selected students can get up to 20000/- Rupees. Selection criteria depend on the specific scholarship. Merit, income, and category-based criteria are common factors.

Overview of Punjab Scholarship 2023-24

Scholarship Name	Punjab Scholarship
Awarded by	Central and state governments of Punjab
State	Punjab
Portal Name	Dr Ambedkar Scholarship Portal
Courses	Class I to XII, UG, PG
Type of Scholarship	Pre-Matric, Post-Matric and Merit Cum Means
Amount	Up to Rs.12,000
Mode of Application	Online
Last date to Apply	November 2023
Website	scholarships.punjab.gov.in
Contact Email	[email protected]

Who can apply for Punjab Scholarship?

If the applicants are permanent resident of Punjab State.
Applicants from SC/ST/OBC/Minority community.
Applicants must have 50% marks in previous exam.

Eligibility Criteria for Punjab Scholarship

To apply for Punjab Scholarship, students/applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria’s. The eligibility criteria are listed below. An applicant can go through these criteria’s and apply if it suits them

Scholarships	Eligibility Criteria
Post Matric Scholarship for SC Student	1. Studying at the poles matriculation label from class 11 to postdoctoral level 2. The annual salary of the family should be less than 2.50 Lakh rupees
Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Student	1. Students of classes 9 and 10 2. The annual income should be less than 2.5 Lakh rupees 3. Who has taken other centrally funded scholarship are not eligible
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	1. studying at the poles matriculation label from class 11 to postdoctoral level 2. The annual salary of the family be less than 2.50 Lakh rupees
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	1. Students studying in classes 1 to 10 2. The annual family income should be less than 50,000 rupees
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities	1. Students belonging to the minorities communities like Sikhs, Parsis, Muslims, Christians, Jains, and 2. Must be studying in class 12 10 at a government or private school 3. The student must have obtained 50% of marks in their last examination 4. The annual family income be less than Rs. 1 Lakh rupees
Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	1. Students belonging to the minorities communities like Sikhs, Parsis, Muslims, Christians, Jains, and Buddhists are eligible to apply under this scheme 2. The students must be studying in class 12 to Ph.D. at Government and private schools 3. The student must have obtained 50% of marks in their last examination 4. The annual family income should be less than 1 Lakh rupees
Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Minorities	1. Students belonging to the minorities communities like Sikhs, Parsis, Muslims, Christians, Jains, and Buddhists are eligible to apply under this scheme 2. The students must be studying in class 12 to Ph.D. at Government and private schools 3. The student must have obtained 50% of marks in their last examination 4. The annual family income should be less than 2.5 Lakh rupees.
Attendance Scholarship for the BC EBC and Primary Girl Student in Punjab	1. The girl student studying in primary class. 2. The minimum class attendance must be 75% 3. Parents of these children should not be Income taxpayers. 4. They should not exceed more than 5 acres of land. 5. The annual income of the family should be less than 1 Lakh rupees

Punjab Scholarships available for candidates

Punjab government introduced many scholarships to students of different category. There are different scholarships for students of different class. Following are the scholarship available for candidates:

Post-Matric scholarship for SC students
Pre-Matric scholarship for SC students
Post-Matric scholarship for OBC students
Pre-Metric scholarship for OBC students
Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities
Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities
Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Minorities
Attendance Scholarship for the BC EBC and Primary Girl Student in Punjab

Steps to Apply for Punjab Scholarship

An applicant can apply the scholarship by visiting Dr. Ambedkar scholarship portal/visiting official website of Punjab Scholarship or through NSP (National Scholarship Portal). The procedure to be followed while applying scholarship is explained step by step.

Steps:

Step 1:
Visit https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in.
Step 2:
Click on “Student Registration” from Student Corner.
Step 3:
Once new tab opens, Fill the required details such as Aadhaar Number, Date of Birth, First name, Gender, Religion, Parents name, Annual Income, Mobile number, email Id, Address details, enter captcha etc.
Step 4:
Click on “Register” button.
Step 5:
Once registered click on “Apply Now”.
Step 6:
Scholarship form appears on screen.
Step 7:
Fill all necessary details accurately.
Step 8:
Upload mentioned documents.
Step 9:
Review and click on “Submit”.

Punjab Scholarship Status Check

Students who have applied for Punjab scholarship can check their payment status by simply following below steps.

Step 1: Visit https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in.
Step 2: Click on “Students Payment Status (year)” from home page.
Step 3: an Excel sheet containing payment status information will be appeared on screen.
Step 4: Review payment status.

RENEWAL PROCESS on Punjab Scholarship Portal

Candidates are advised to monitor notifications about renewal dates on the official website and proceed accordingly. Let’s delve into the process of renewing your scholarship after 1 year.

Step 1: Visit the official punjab scholarship portal, login using User ID and Password.
Step 2: Click on “notification section” for scholarship program updates.
Step 3: Click on the relevant notification and proceed to update/edit the required scholarship details.
Step 4: Upload scanned copies of your most recent qualifying examination’s mark sheet and any other required documents.
Step 5: Submit the renewal form and take a printout for future reference.
Step 6: Provide the printed renewal form along with supporting documents to your educational institution for subsequent processing.

How to Recover Password?

If the applicant forgets or lost their password, it will recover easily. Following are the steps to recover candidate password successfully.

Step 1: Visit official website https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in.
Step 2: login option for registered users and then choose the “recover your password” link.
Step 3: Recover password using “application form ID” and “Date of Birth” or using Aadhaar card number.
Step 4: “Reset link” or “A new password” will be sent to your registered mobile number via SMS.

More Scholarship:

PUNJAB SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT

Different amounts are given to students of different classes. The name of scholarship and amount given is listed below.

Post-Matric scholarship for SC students

Maintenance Allowance-1200/-
Day scholars-550/- per month
Additional Allowance-240/- per month
Study tour charges -1600/- per month
Research scholars- 1600/-
Book allowance- 1200/-

Pre-Matric scholarship for SC students

Day scholars-550/- per month
Hostellers book- 350/-
Day scholars-Ad-Hoc grant 750/- per annum
Additional allowance for disabled students-1000/- per month

Post-Matric scholarship for OBC students

Maintenance allowance-750/- per month(hostellers)
Day scholars-350/-
Reader charges-175/- per month(visually impaired)
Study tours charges- 900/-
Thesis typing and printed charges – 1000/- per annum

Pre-Matric scholarship for OBC students

Students of classes 1 to 5 – 25/- per month
Students of classes 6 to 8 – 40/- per month
Students of classes 9 to 10 – 50/- per month
Ad Hoc grant- 500/- per annum ( each scholar)

Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme

Students obtaining 60% to 70% marks in class 10 get 70% fee waiver
Students obtaining 70% to 80% marks in class 10 get 80% fee waiver
Students obtaining 80% to 90% marks in class 10 get 90% fee waiver
Students obtaining 90% to 100% marks in class 10 get 100% fee waiver

Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities

maintenance allowance – 600/- per month (6 to 10)
maintenance allowance – 100/- per month (hostellers)
Admission fee – 500/- per annum ( 6 to 10)
tuition fee- 350/-per month (6 to 10

Post- Matric Scholarship for Minorities

Admission fee- 10000/- per annum
Tuition fee- 1200/- per month
Maintenance allowance – 550/- (minorities for 10 months)

Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Minorities

Maintenance allowance- 1000/- per month (hostellers)
Day scholars – 550/- per month (10 moths)
Course fees – 20000/-

Attendance Scholarship for the BC EBC and Primary Girl Student in Punjab

Each students – 50/- per month (10 months)

Attendance Scholarship for the BC EBC and Primary Girl Student in Punjab

Each students – 50/- per month (10 months)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO APPLY

The documents required when applying for the Punjab Scholarship are listed below. Candidates can go through thoroughly and keep all documents ready while applying:

Aadhaar card
Caste certificate
Income certificate
Previous year’s examination mark sheet
Mobile number( to register)
Passport size photograph

IMPORTANT DATE

Visit official website https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in/ and check for notifications or the scholarship portal for updates. Scholarship to scholarship dates will vary. Following are the details of 2023 period.

Post-matric Scholarship date for Sikh and other minority category students – September/October 2023
Pre-matric scholarship dates – August to October 2023
Post Matric scholarship application start date for SC/OBC – November 2023
Post-matric Punjab scholarship last date for SC/OBC – November 2023
The last date for institute to forward Fresh and renewal Applications: 10 March 2024.

Punjab Scholarship 2023-24: FAQs

Where can I apply for Punjab Scholarship 2023-24?

Visit Dr Ambedkar Scholarship Portal or access scholarships.punjab.gov.in.

What is the last date for Punjab scholarship?

Last date was 31 January 2024.