Chandigarh Administration, with assistance from the Central Government and the Department of Education in Chandigarh, is offering numerous scholarships. The target group for these scholarships is students from Chandigarh Union Territory who need financial support to pursue their education at different education levels.

How Do I Get Started With Chandigarh Scholarships?

This guide will take you through all that you need to know, including types of scholarships, requirements during application, and the advantages one gets. Let’s get started!

List of Chandigarh Scholarships

Here are some of the key scholarships available for Chandigarh students:

• Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Transgender Students
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students
• Dr. BR Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for Economically Backward Class Students
• Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students
• Chandigarh University Scholarship and Admission Test (CU-SAT)
• Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students
• Attendance Scholarship to SC/ST Students
• Talent Search Scholarship to SC/ST Students
• Extra Coaching Classes for SC Economically Weaker and Socially Underprivileged Students
• Assistance to Physically Challenged Students
• Award of Meritorious Scholarship to SC/ST Students
• Stipend to SC/ST & BC Students under State Harijan Welfare Scheme
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 5th Class Scholarship Exam
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 8th Class Annual Examination

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Detail of Chandigarh Scholarship Rewards

Curious about the financial benefits? Here’s a look at what you can get:

• Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students: Up to INR 1,200 monthly maintenance, additional allowances for disabled students, fee reimbursements, study tour charges, thesis typing/printing charges, book allowances, and more.
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Transgender Students: Up to INR 1,200 monthly maintenance and fee reimbursements.
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students: Maintenance allowance, reader charges, fee reimbursements, study tour charges, thesis typing/printing charges, and book allowances.
• Dr. BR Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students: Up to INR 750 monthly maintenance, additional allowances for blind students, fee reimbursements, study tour charges, and thesis typing/printing charges.
• Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students: Up to INR 525 monthly for 10 months plus an annual book & ad-hoc grant of INR 750.
• Chandigarh University Scholarship and Admission Test (CU-SAT): Scholarships ranging from 5% to 100% based on CU-SAT merit list rankings.
• Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students: INR 250 per month for 10 months, up to INR 2,500 annually.
• Attendance Scholarship to SC/ST Students: INR 250 per month for 10 months, up to INR 2,500 annually.
• Talent Search Scholarship to SC/ST Students: Admission in Government Model Schools, INR 150 per month for 12 months, plus INR 200 annually for stationery.
• Extra Coaching Classes for SC Economically Weaker and Socially Underprivileged Students: Special coaching in English, Science, and Maths.
• Assistance to Physically Challenged Students: Monthly scholarships of INR 250 to INR 300 for 12 months.
• Award of Meritorious Scholarship to SC/ST Students: INR 300 per month for 12 months.
• Stipend to SC/ST & BC Students under State Harijan Welfare Scheme: INR 200 per month for girls and INR 150 per month for boys for 12 months.
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 5th Class Scholarship Exam: INR 150 per month for 12 months.
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 8th Class Annual Examination: INR 350 per month for 12 months.

Chandigarh Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

Each scholarship has specific eligibility criteria. Here’s what you need to know:

• Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students: Permanent resident of Chandigarh, Scheduled Caste category, studying post-matric or post-secondary level, annual family income not exceeding INR 2.5 Lakh.
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Transgender Students: Permanent resident of Chandigarh, transgender category, passed matriculation/higher secondary, annual family income not exceeding INR 2.5 Lakh.
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students: OBC category, passed matriculation/higher secondary, studying in class 11 or above, not holding any other scholarship.
• Dr. BR Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students: General category, permanent resident of Chandigarh, annual family income not exceeding INR 1 Lakh, studying in a recognized institution.
• Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students: Scheduled Caste category, studying in class 9 or 10, annual family income not exceeding INR 2.5 Lakh, domicile of Chandigarh.
• Chandigarh University Scholarship and Admission Test (CU-SAT): Passed class 12 with at least 50% marks.
• Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students: Girl students in class 1 to 5, non-model government schools, annual family income not exceeding INR 1.5 Lakh, 75% or more monthly attendance, permanent resident of Chandigarh.
• Attendance Scholarship to SC/ST Students: Students in class 1 to 8, SC/ST category, 60% or more monthly attendance, annual family income not exceeding INR 1.5 Lakh.
• Talent Search Scholarship to SC/ST Students: Studying in class 3, non-model government school, SC/ST category, 60% marks in Talent Search Scholarship Examination.
• Extra Coaching Classes for SC Economically Weaker and Socially Underprivileged Students: SC students in class 5, 8, 10, and 12 in a government school.
• Assistance to Physically Challenged Students: Differently-abled students in class 1 to 5, disability of 40% and above, annual family income not exceeding INR 1.5 Lakh, passed the previous exam.
• Award of Meritorious Scholarship to SC/ST Students: SC/ST students in class 9 to 12, scored at least 55% marks, annual family income not exceeding INR 1.5 Lakh.
• Stipend to SC/ST & BC Students under State Harijan Welfare Scheme: SC/ST or Backward Class, passed class 5, annual family income not exceeding INR 1.5 Lakh.
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 5th Class Scholarship Exam: Passed class 5 scholarship exam, annual family income not exceeding INR 1.5 Lakh.
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 8th Class Annual Examination: Scored 95% or above from Model schools or 85% or above from ordinary schools.

Application Process for Chandigarh Scholarship

Here’s how you can apply for each scholarship:

• Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students: Apply online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Transgender Students: Apply online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students: Apply online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Dr. BR Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for Economically Backward Class Students: Apply online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students: Apply online via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
• Chandigarh University Scholarship and Admission Test (CU-SAT): Apply online through Chandigarh University’s official website.
• Attendance Scholarship to Girl Students: Check the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Attendance Scholarship to SC/ST Students: Check the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Talent Search Scholarship to SC/ST Students: Check the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Extra Coaching Classes for SC Economically Weaker and Socially Underprivileged Students: Check the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Assistance to Physically Challenged Students: Visit the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Award of Meritorious Scholarship to SC/ST Students: Go to the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Stipend to SC/ST & BC Students under State Harijan Welfare Scheme: Browse the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 5th Class Scholarship Exam: Check the Chandigarh Education Department website.
• Merit Scholarship on the basis of 8th Class Annual Examination: Explore the Chandigarh Education Department website.

Important Documents for Chandigarh Scholarships

Make sure you have these documents ready when applying:

• Aadhaar card/Aadhaar Enrolment slip
• Bank account details in the student’s name linked with Aadhaar
• Certificate of the last class passed
• Proof of annual income of parents/guardians
• Residence proof
• Annual fee details verified by your institution
• Self-declaration from transgender students (if applicable)

Final Thoughts

The Chandigarh scholarships are here to make sure that financial constraints do not hinder your academic dreams. They help you do well in your studies and achieve your educational aims by offering monetary support.

Keep track of the applications, gather essential documents, and ensure that you meet the qualifying criteria to get the most from these scholarships. By staying knowledgeable and taking initiative, students can maximize the opportunities provided by financial aid programs and pave the way for a brighter future.

For more details, please go to the official website of The Department of Education – Chandigarh or check out the National Scholarship Portal. Best wishes!