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Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh)

Q: What is the last date to apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh) for the academic year 2026-27?

The application deadline for the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh) for the academic year 2026-27 is November 30, 2026.

Q: How and when will the scholarship amount be disbursed to students?

The scholarship amount will be disbursed directly into the Aadhaar-seeded bank account of the student through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The Central share of the scholarship is released directly once the applications are verified by the States/UTs and their 40% State share (10% for NE states) is paid. Historically, disbursements have occurred twice a year, typically before January 26 and August 15.

Q: What are the key eligibility criteria for a student to apply for this scholarship?

To be eligible, an applicant must be an Indian national, a domicile of Chandigarh, and belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category. They must be studying at a post-matriculation level (Class 11 and above) in a government-recognized institution. The annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,50,000. Additionally, the student must not be receiving any other centrally-funded pre-matric scholarship or any other scholarship/stipend.

Education Dept, Chandigarh Administration · Chandigarh

Annual Award₹5k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh)
Provided By	Education Dept, Chandigarh Administration
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students in Chandigarh UT provides comprehensive financial aid for higher education tuition and living costs.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹5k+

The scholarship provides financial assistance covering compulsory non-refundable fees (including tuition fee), a monthly maintenance allowance, and study material costs. Divyang (disabled) students receive an additional 10% allowance. The scholarship amount is disbursed directly into the Aadhaar-seeded bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Maintenance stipend and fee coverage.

Note: For Scheduled Caste students living in Chandigarh UT.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Minimum Marks	50%
Income Limit	Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	SC
Domicile State	Chandigarh

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar
✓Domicile (CHD)
✓ST Certificate
✓Income Certificate
✓Marksheets

Selection Process

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Candidates are selected based on specific eligibility criteria, which include academic performance, family income, and other relevant factors
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The final selection is made by a designated committee or authority
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Scrutiny of academic records is a key part of the selection process
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States/UTs may also make special efforts to identify and enroll students from the poorest households.

Renewal Policy

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Annual renewal of the scholarship is subject to good conduct and maintaining a minimum of 75% attendance in the academic year
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Students must have been promoted to the next class and continue their studies in the same course for which the scholarship was initially sanctioned
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Renewal applications for continuing students are often automatically processed based on attendance and confirmation of promotion from the institution.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

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Visit the National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Go to the official website scholarships.gov.in.
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Register
If you are a new user, register yourself on the portal. One-Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory and requires an Aadhaar-linked mobile number and face authentication.
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Log In
Log in to the portal using your OTR number and credentials.
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Select Scholarship Scheme
Navigate to the 'Apply for Scholarship' option and select 'POST-MATRIC SCHOLARSHIP FOR SC STUDENTS'.
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Fill Application Form
Complete the application form by entering all necessary personal, academic, category (SC), income, and Chandigarh domicile details.
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Provide Bank Details
Enter your bank account details, ensuring the account is Aadhaar-seeded for DBT.
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Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all required documents (in PDF/JPEG format, less than 200KB). These typically include: Aadhaar card, income certificate, caste certificate, educational certificates (mark sheets of previous exams), residence/domicile certificate, passport-size photograph, self-declaration form, course fee receipt, college registration number, and Disability Certificate (if applicable).
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Review and Submit
Carefully cross-check all the entered information for accuracy before final submission.
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Download Confirmation
Download and save the confirmation page after successful submission.
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Submit Hard Copy (if required)
If your college or state guidelines require it, submit a printout of your application form along with scanned copies of supporting documents to the college office.
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Track Status
You can track the status of your application through the National Scholarship Portal.

Common Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh) for the academic year 2026-27?

The application deadline for the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Chandigarh) for the academic year 2026-27 is November 30, 2026.

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