ASSGSDRA 2026: ₹2,500–₹3,000 Annual Scholarship for Rural Girl Students with Disabilities
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Quick answer
The ASSGSDRA provides an annual scholarship of ₹2,500 to ₹3,000 for rural girl students with 40% or higher disability in Punjab. Eligible students must maintain 70% attendance and come from families with monthly income not exceeding ₹5,000. Apply through your school, which forwards the application to the District Social Security Officer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹2,500–₹3,000 Annual Scholarship |
| Ministry / department | Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children |
| Level | State Government (Punjab) |
| Income limit | ₹0.6 lakh |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Attendance Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students with Disabilities of Rural Areas (ASSGSDRA) is a state‑level initiative by the Department of Social Security and Women & Child Development, Government of Punjab. It aims to support rural girl students with disabilities by providing financial incentives that help them continue their studies and reduce dropout rates. The scheme offers a scholarship of ₹2,500 per annum for students up to 10th standard and ₹3,000 per annum for those from 10+1 onwards up to higher education. The scholarship is credited directly into the student’s bank account after verification by the District Social Security Officer.
Benefits
- ₹2,500 per annum for students up to 10th standard
- ₹3,000 per annum for students from 10+1 onwards
Who can apply (eligibility)
- All rural girl students of Punjab with 40% or higher disability
- Monthly family income not exceeding ₹5,000
- Minimum attendance of 70%
- Academic level from 1st Standard to higher education
Documents required
- Disability Certificate/UDID showing 40% or higher disability
- Income certificate showing less than ₹60,000 per annum
- Copy of bank account details
- Any other required documents
How to apply
- 1Submit application to the Head of your school/college/institution.
- 2Head verifies and forwards it to the District Social Security Officer.
- 3DSSO processes and credits the scholarship online to the student’s bank account.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Attendance Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students with Disabilities of Rural Areas?+
The scheme provides financial assistance to rural girl students with 40% or higher disability in Punjab, aiming to reduce dropout rates.
Who is eligible for the scheme?+
All rural girl students of Punjab with 40% or higher disability, monthly family income not exceeding ₹5,000, minimum attendance of 70%, and academic level from 1st Standard to higher education.
What are the scholarship amounts?+
₹2,500 per annum for students up to 10th standard and ₹3,000 per annum for students from 10+1 onwards.
How is the scholarship disbursed?+
The Directorate credits the scholarship directly into the student’s bank account.
How to apply for the scholarship?+
Submit the application to the Head of your school/college/institution, who forwards it to the District Social Security Officer.
Who can be contacted for grievances?+
District Social Security Officer and Head Office Helpline (0172-2608746).
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