JAMMU, Jun 25: The Baba Farid Group of Institutions (BFGI), Punjab, one of North India’s premier educational institutions, on Wednesday announced a wide range of scholarship schemes and student welfare initiatives aimed at making quality higher education more accessible and affordable for students from Jammu and Kashmir.
The announcement was made during a press conference in Jammu addressed by Amandeep Singh, Dean Admissions, BFGI. Among others present on the occasion were Paramveer Singh, Rumit Gupta, Aman Bhatti, and other senior representatives of the institution.
Addressing media persons, Amandeep Singh highlighted BFGI’s strong and longstanding association with Jammu and Kashmir, stating that the institution has been serving students from the Union Territory for more than 16 years. He said thousands of students from the region have pursued professional education at BFGI and are now successfully employed in reputed organizations across India and abroad.
He informed that for the Academic Session 2026, BFGI has introduced several special initiatives, including the J&K Excellence Scholarship Policy, BFGI SET Scholarship Programme, Special Scholarship Support for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students, AICTE PMSSS Scholarship Assistance, Earn While Learn Programme, Girls Scholarship and Empowerment Schemes, Sports and Talent-Based Scholarships, Financial Assistance for Economically Weaker Students, and Special Support for Rural and Border Area Students.
Amandeep Singh said the institution’s primary objective is to ensure that no deserving student is deprived of higher education due to financial limitations. He emphasized that BFGI is committed to providing equal opportunities to students from all sections of society and helping them build successful careers.
A NAAC A+ Accredited Institution, BFGI currently offers more than 60 professional and career-oriented programmes in disciplines such as Engineering, Pharmacy, Paramedical Sciences, Management, Agriculture, Commerce, Computer Applications, Hotel Management, Humanities, and other emerging fields.
The institution also underlined its focus on academic excellence, industry-oriented education, modern infrastructure, dedicated mentorship, hostel facilities, and a safe and supportive campus environment.
“Students of Jammu and Kashmir possess exceptional talent and immense potential. With proper guidance, opportunities, and institutional support, they can excel at both national and international levels,” Amandeep Singh said.
Reaffirming BFGI’s commitment to youth empowerment and nation-building, he said the newly announced scholarship initiatives are expected to benefit a large number of students from Jammu and Kashmir seeking admission to higher and professional education programmes in the coming academic session.