Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Punjab opened the online application process for the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste (SC) students for the 2026–27 academic session. The scheme is managed by the Punjab Department of Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities and aims to provide financial assistance for higher education to students from economically weaker SC families. Applications are processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) to ensure transparency and direct benefit transfer. The initiative also includes awareness camps and inter-departmental coordination to improve access to educational opportunities and encourage local career development.