State SchemeVerified for 2026
Punjab Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
Based on previous board marks (60% or above), admission in a Government Degree College, and Punjab domicile.
Verification Flow
1
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
2
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
3
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Punjab Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme
Q.What is the waiver amount for scoring 90% in Class 12?
Students scoring 90% or above in their qualifying exams receive a 100% tuition fee concession.
Q.Does this cover private colleges?
No, this scheme is strictly restricted to students studying in Government Colleges in Punjab.
Q.Is there any family income limit?
No, there is no income limit. The scheme is purely merit-based.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline0172-5012356, support-scholarships@punjab.gov.in