Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh)
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The previous application cycle (2025–26) closed on 31 December 2025. The upcoming 2026–27 cycle is expected to open soon. We will update the links here as soon as the official notification is released.
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Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students in Chandigarh UT provides comprehensive financial aid for higher education tuition and living costs.
Benefits & Financial Support
Maintenance allowance and full fee coverage
Inclusions
Maintenance stipend and fee coverage.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Important Note
For Scheduled Caste students living in Chandigarh UT.
Selection Process
Category-based verification.
Renewal Policy
Renewable
Application Process
- 1
Register on NSP
- 2
Select Chandigarh UT
- 3
Select SC Post-Matric
- 4
Submit
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
31 December 2025
Applications open June - December via NSP
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the monthly maintenance allowance provided under this scholarship?
The monthly maintenance allowance varies based on the course group and hosteller/day scholar status. For Group 1 courses, hostellers receive ₹1,200 per month while day scholars receive ₹550 per month. The minimum allowance for Group 4 courses is ₹380 for hostellers and ₹230 for day scholars.
Q.Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
SC category students of Chandigarh studying in Class 11 and above, including postgraduate and doctoral levels, are eligible. Applicants must meet the specific eligibility criteria outlined in the scholarship guidelines.
Q.What additional benefits are provided to disabled SC students?
Disabled SC students receive additional allowances including reader allowance for blind students (₹160-240 per month depending on course level), escort allowance of ₹160 per month for severely handicapped day scholars, transport allowance up to ₹160 per month, and ₹240 per month for extra coaching for mentally retarded students.
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