Dr. Hargobind Khurana Scholarship Scheme
About the Program
Apply for the Dr. Hargobind Khurana Scholarship in Punjab. Read about eligibility (80%+ in Class 10), PSEB board mappings, and monthly ₹3,000 allowance.
Benefits & Financial Support
Provides ₹3,000 per month (total ₹30,000 per year) for classes 11 and 12 to meritorious students of government and Adarsh schools.
Inclusions
* Monthly scholarship of ₹3,000 paid via DBT (total ₹30,000/year). * Covers educational and boarding expenses for senior secondary studies.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
School
Must be enrolled in School. Minimum 80% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Merit-based for government school students scoring 80% or above.
Selection Process
Based on scoring 80% or above in Class 10 PSEB board examinations, studying in a Punjab Government or Adarsh School, and Punjab residency.
Renewal Policy
Required for Class 12 by submitting Class 11 promotion certificate with passed status.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Academic check
** Confirm you passed Class 10 board exams from PSEB with 80% or higher.
- 3**Access Portal
** Open the Punjab scholarship portal at [scholarships.punjab.gov.in](https://scholarships.punjab.gov.in).
- 4**Register
** Register as a student and input your Class 10 roll number.
- 5**Nodal review
** The school authorities will check board database mappings and approve online.
- 6**Payment credit
** The stipend is credited monthly via DBT.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
30 September 2026
Applications typically open in July and close by late September.
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.Is this scheme open to private school students?
No, this scholarship is strictly restricted to students of Punjab Government and Adarsh schools.
Q.What is the family income limit?
There is no income ceiling for this scholarship. It is awarded purely on academic merit.
Q.What is the monthly stipend amount?
Selected students receive ₹3,000 per month for the duration of Classes 11 and 12, totaling ₹30,000 per year.
Help & Contact Support
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