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Post-Matric Scholarships for OBC Students, Punjab 2025-26
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Eligibility
OBC students of Class 11 and above
Region
India
Award
A maintenance allowance of up to ₹750 and other benefits
Deadline
31-Dec-2025
About The Program
Post-Matric Scholarships for OBC Students, Punjab 2025-26 is an opportunity offered by the Department of Social Justice, Empowerment & Minorities, Government of Punjab for students of Class 11 and above. This scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to OBC students studying at the post-matriculation or post-secondary stage so that they can pursue their education. The selected students will receive a maintenance allowance of up to ₹750 and other benefits.
Source: scholarships.punjab.gov.in
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Dec-2025
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be a domicile of Punjab
- belong to the Other Backwards Classes (OBC) category
- have passed the matriculation or higher secondary examination from a recognised university or board of education
be pursuing a post-matriculation or post-secondary course from a recognised institution/college
have a total annual family income below ₹1,00,000 from all sources
Benefits
The selected scholars will receive a monthly maintenance allowance as follows:-
| Group | Courses | ||
| Hosteller (in ₹ per month) | Day Scholars (in ₹ per month) | ||
| Group 1 |
a) Degree and Post Graduate level courses including M. Phil., Ph.D. and Post Doctoral research in Medicine (Allopathic, Indian and other recognised systems of medicines), Engineering, Technology, Planning, Architecture, Design, Fashion Technology, Agriculture, Veterinary & Allied Sciences, Management, Business Finance/Administration, Computer Science/ Applications. b) Commercial Pilot License (including helicopter pilot and multiengine rating) course c) Postgraduate Diploma courses in various branches of management & medicine. d) C.A./I.C.W.A./C.S./I.C.F.A. etc. e) M. Phil., Ph.D., and Post Doctoral Programmes (D. Litt., D.Sc., etc.):
f) L.L.M. |
750 | 350 |
| Group 2 |
a) Graduate/postgraduate courses leading to degree, diploma, or certificate in areas like Pharmacy (B Pharma), Nursing (B Nursing), LLB, BFS, other para-medical branches like rehabilitation, diagnostics etc., Mass Communication, Hotel Management & Catering, Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management, Interior Decoration, Nutrition & Dietetics, Commercial Art, Financial Services (e.g. Banking, Insurance, Taxation etc.) for which entrance qualification is minimum Sr. Secondary (10+2) b) Postgraduate courses that are not covered under Group 1 (e.g. M.A./M.Sc./M.Com./ M. Ed./M.Pharm, etc.) |
510 | 335 |
| Group 3 | All other courses leading to a graduate degree that are not covered under Groups 1 & 2 (e.g. BA/B Sc/BCom, etc.) | 400 | 210 |
| Group 4 | All post-matriculation level non-degree courses for which the entrance qualification is High School (Class 10), e.g. senior secondary certificate (class 11 and 12), both general and vocational stream, ITI courses, 3-year diploma courses in polytechnics, etc. | 260 | 160 |
Note - Scholars who are entitled to free board and/or lodging will be paid a maintenance charge at 1/3rd of the rate for Hostellers.
Additional Provision for students with disabilities -
1) Reader Allowance for Blind Students:
| Level of Courses | Allowance per month (In ₹) |
| Group 1 and 2 | 175 |
| Group 3 | 130 |
| Group 4 | 90 |
2) Study tour charges up to a maximum of ₹900 per annum limited to the actual expenditure incurred by the student on transportation charges etc. will be paid to the scholars studying professional and technical courses provided that the head of the institution certifies that the study tour is essential for the scholar for completion of his/her course of study.
3) Thesis typing/printing charges up to a maximum of ₹1,000 will be paid to research scholars on the recommendation of the Head of the Institution.
Documents
- Domicile certificate
- Caste certificate
- Annual income certificate of parent(s)/guardian(s) issued by a competent authority
- Class 10 &12 marksheet/certificate
- Bonafide certificate from current institution
- Disabled certificate (if applicable)
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Navigate to 'Student Registration' and click it, then fill in all the required details
Step 4: After successful registration, log in using the valid email ID and password.
Step 5: Fill in the required information, upload all relevant documents and submit the application.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31 December 2025
Selection Criteria
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
For more information, refer to the 'Scholarship Details' document.
Contact Details
Department of Social Justice, Empowerment & Minorities
Government of Punjab
Phone Number - 1800‐137‐0015
Important Links
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: Department of Social Justice, Empowerment & Minorities, Government of Punjab is offering this scholarship.
Question: Can I renew the scholarship next year?
Answer: Yes. Students must reapply each academic year and maintain satisfactory academic progress to continue receiving benefits.
Question: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
Answer: Funds are transferred directly to the student’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the official scholarship portal.
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