Chandigarh – In a significant move to enhance access to higher education for Scheduled Caste students, the Punjab Government under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has released ₹245 crore under the Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship scheme for the financial year 2025–26.
Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur stated that data of over 2.45 lakh eligible students has been received under the scheme, who will directly benefit from this financial assistance. “The Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship is providing crucial support to students from economically weaker sections and has significantly reduced the financial burden on thousands of families,” she said.
Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship: Dr. Kaur Calls It a Ray of Hope for SC Students
Dr. Kaur emphasized that the Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship ensures that no deserving student is deprived of higher education due to financial constraints. “This initiative is emerging as a ray of hope for thousands of students, enabling them to pursue education and build a brighter future,” she added.
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Highlighting the broader social impact, the minister noted that education empowers students from underprivileged backgrounds, transforming families and contributing to overall societal development. She reiterated the Punjab Government’s commitment to promoting social justice, equal opportunities, and educational empowerment through programs like the Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship.
The release of ₹245 crore under the Punjab Post-Matric Scholarship marks a major step in supporting students from marginalized communities, reaffirming the state government’s focus on inclusive education and empowering the next generation.