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Post Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Caste

The objective of the scheme is to appreciably increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio of SC students in higher education with a focus on those from the poorest households, by providing financial assistance at the post-matriculation or post-secondary stage to enable them to complete their education.

At a glance

What the myScheme listing says about Post Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Caste
LevelState government
Issued byGovernment of Punjab
States and UTsPunjab
Areas
Scheme forIndividuals
TagsPost Matric, Scholarship, Scheduled Cast, Punjab

Before you apply

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