Scholarships for Students with Disabilities

Scholarships for Students with Disabilities in Punjab – Eligibility & Benefits: Learn about the Scholarships to Students with Disabilities Scheme in Punjab, including eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process.

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Important Details – Scholarships Scheme

Year Started	Objective
1996	To help students with disabilities get education and training
Fully State-Sponsored	Assists students in becoming productive members of society

Benefits of the Scheme

Class Level	Monthly Scholarship Amount
1st to 8th	₹200
9th Class and above	₹300
Note	Scholarship is credited online to the student’s bank account

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Eligibility Criteria

Criteria	Details
Disability Certificate	Must have 40% or more disability as per RPwD Act 2016
Family Income	Monthly income should not exceed ₹5,000
Academic Performance	At least 40% marks in the previous annual examination
Class Level	Scholarships are provided from 1st class onwards

Application Process

To apply for the scholarship:

Submit the application to the Head of the school/college/institution.
The Head will verify and forward it to the District Social Security Officer (DSSO).

For further assistance, contact the:

Office of District Social Security Officer

Documents Required

Document	Description
Disability Certificate	Showing 40% and above disability
Income Certificate	Proving income is less than ₹60,000 per year
Bank Account Details	Copy of the bank account where the scholarship will be credited

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FAQ Section

Question	Answer
Who is eligible for the scholarship?	Students with 40% or more disability and a family income not exceeding ₹5,000 per month are eligible.
How much is the scholarship amount?	₹200 per month for students from 1st to 8th grade, and ₹300 per month for students from 9th grade onwards.
How is the scholarship amount credited?	The scholarship amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account.
What documents are needed to apply?	Disability certificate, income certificate, and a copy of bank account details are required.
Where should the application be submitted?	Applications should be submitted to the Head of the school/college/institution.
What if the family income exceeds ₹5,000?	Students with a family income above ₹5,000 per month are not eligible for this scholarship.

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