The Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship Punjab 2025 is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented by the Department of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Government of Punjab. It aims to provide financial assistance to SC and OBC students pursuing post-matric education to promote higher studies and reduce the dropout rate among socially and economically disadvantaged communities.
Short Summary
• Scholarship Name: Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship 2025
• Launched By: Department of Welfare of SC & BC, Punjab
• Target Group: SC and OBC students of Punjab
• Level of Study: Post-Matric (Class 11 to Ph.D.)
• Mode of Application: Online
• Official Portal: https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in
Benefits
• Full tuition fee reimbursement
• Maintenance allowance: ₹230 to ₹1200/month depending on course and category
• Study tour charges, book allowance, and thesis typing charges (for research scholars)
• Free coaching and other support measures (as applicable)
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student’s bank account
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a domicile of Punjab
• Belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Other Backward Class (OBC) category
• Family income (for 2025):
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SC students: Less than ₹2.5 lakh per annum
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OBC students: Less than ₹1.5 lakh per annum
• Must be studying in a recognized post-matric course in a government or private institution
• Should not be availing any other centrally/state-funded scholarship for the same course
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Punjab Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate (SC/OBC)
• Income Certificate (issued after 31 March 2025)
• Previous year’s Marksheet
• Fee Receipt of the current academic year
• Bank Account Passbook
• Bonafide Certificate from the institution
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
Important Dates
• Application Start Date: 1st July 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 31st October 2025
• Institute Verification Deadline: 15th November 2025
• Scholarship Disbursement: From December 2025 onwards
Application Process
Online Mode:
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Visit the official website: https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in
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Click on “Student Registration” and create your profile
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Log in using your credentials and select Post-Matric Scholarship
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Fill the application form and upload all required documents
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Review and submit the form
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Submit a printout to your institution for verification (if required)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How much amount can I receive for a scholarship?
You can receive full tuition fee reimbursement and monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹1,200.
Q: What criteria should be met to be eligible for a scholarship?
You must be a SC/OBC student from Punjab with a family income below ₹2.5L/₹1.5L and enrolled in a recognized post-matric course.
Q: How can I check my scholarship status?
Login to scholarships.punjab.gov.in and click on “Track Application Status.”
Q: What are my chances of gaining a scholarship?
If you meet all the eligibility criteria and apply on time with proper documents, your chances are high.
Q: How do I know if I am eligible to apply?
Check the income and caste requirements along with the course you’re enrolled in. You must also be a permanent resident of Punjab.
Q: What should I submit with my scholarship application?
Aadhaar, caste and income certificates, fee receipt, bank details, and mark sheets are required.
Q: What is the online application and login process for the scholarship?
Register at scholarships.punjab.gov.in, complete your profile, apply under the relevant scholarship, and submit.
Q: What is the official website for Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship Punjab?
The official portal is https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in
Q: How to check status?
Log in to your account and click on “Check Application Status” using your registration ID.
Q: What is the last date for the scholarship in 2025?
The expected last date is 31st October 2025.
Contact Information (Sources and References)
• Official Website: https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in
• Helpdesk Email: [email protected]
• Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-137-0015
• Department Address: Welfare Department of SC/BC, SCO No. 6-7, Sector 17-A, Chandigarh – 160017
