Punjab has launched its Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste (SC) students for the 2026-27 academic year. Applications are now open on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The deadline to apply is November 15, 2026 .
Scholarship Details
This scheme offers financial aid to eligible SC students pursuing higher education. The Punjab Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, announced the launch. The application process began on July 1, 2026.
Key Dates
Students must submit their applications by the cutoff date. Defective applications can be corrected until November 20, 2026 . Educational institutions need to complete their verification by November 30, 2026 .
District, State, and Ministry Nodal Officers will finish their verification by December 15, 2026 .
| Event | Date |
| Applications Commence | July 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 15, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | November 20, 2026 |
| Institute Level Verification | November 30, 2026 |
| Nodal Officer Verification | December 15, 2026 |
How to Apply
To apply for the scholarship, students must register on the NSP. The portal is accessible via a direct link.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the National Scholarship Portal.
- Click on the One-Time Registration (OTR) link.
- Complete registration using OTP verification.
- Select the desired scholarship scheme.
- Enter all required personal and academic details.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Save and submit the application.
