Punjab Free Coaching Scheme for Bank, LIC, GIC

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Punjab Free Coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO Examination 2026 programme is a government-supported initiative designed to help eligible youth prepare for competitive examinations in the banking and insurance sectors. Under this programme, selected candidates can receive free coaching for Bank Probationary Officer (PO) and LIC/GIC Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) examinations at the Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses (AICC), SAS Nagar (Mohali). In addition to free coaching, eligible candidates may also receive free hostel accommodation and financial assistance as per government rules, reducing the financial burden associated with competitive exam preparation. Department of Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities, Punjab is the nodal authority of the scheme.

This Punjab Bank PO Free Coaching Scheme is particularly beneficial for graduates from economically weaker families who aspire to secure jobs in public sector banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions. The coaching programme will be conducted for a period of four months and aims to provide quality guidance, study support, and exam-oriented preparation. Since only 50 seats are available under the programme, eligible candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline.

Graduate candidates who are domiciles of Punjab can apply for the programme if their annual family income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 3 lakh. The scheme is open to applicants belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC), Other Backwards Classes (OBC), and Minority Communities. Eligible minority communities include Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Buddhists, Jains, and Parsis. Reservation benefits for women candidates and persons with disabilities are also available as per the prescribed guidelines.

Admission to the Punjab Free Coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO Examination 2026 will be based on an entrance test conducted by the institute. The objective-type examination will include questions from General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Current Events. Candidates who qualify in the entrance test and satisfy all eligibility conditions will be selected for admission to the coaching programme.

Eligible applicants can submit their application form by hand, through the post, or via email, along with the required documents. The last date to apply for the Punjab Bank PO Free Coaching Programme 2026 is 30 June 2026. Candidates searching for free Bank PO coaching in Punjab, free government coaching for competitive exams, Bank PO coaching with hostel facility, or free coaching for LIC AAO examinations can take advantage of this opportunity and apply before the closing date.

Scheme Benefits

• Four months of free coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO examinations.
• Free hostel accommodation for eligible selected candidates as per the scheme rules.
• Financial assistance as per Punjab Government norms.
• Quality classroom coaching and guidance from Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses (AICC), Mohali.
• Preparation support for competitive examinations in the banking and insurance sectors.
• Four months of free coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO examinations.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicant must be a domicile of Punjab.
• Applicant must be a graduate of a recognised university.
• Annual family income from all sources should not exceed Rs. 3,00,000.
• Applicants should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Other Backwards Class (OBC), or Minority Community category.
• Minority category includes Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Buddhists, Jains, and Parsis (Zoroastrians).
• Applicants must qualify in the entrance test conducted by the institute for selection.

Required Documents

• Passport-size photograph
• Graduation mark sheets
• Graduation degree certificate/proof of graduation
• Punjab domicile certificate
• SC certificate (if applicable)
• OBC certificate (if applicable)
• Minority affidavit/proof (for minority applicants)
• Family income certificate
• Disability certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID Card
• Driving Licence (if available)

Steps to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply for the Punjab Free Coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO Examination 2026 through any of the following application methods. Applicants can submit their application form offline by hand, send it through post, or submit the completed application along with required documents through the notified email address. The last date to submit the application form is 30 June 2026.

Offline Application Process

• Download or obtain the prescribed application form for the Punjab Free Coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO Examination 2026.
• Fill in all required details carefully, including personal information, correspondence address, category details, educational qualifications, annual family income, and other information requested in the application form.
• Paste a recent passport-size photograph in the designated space provided in the application form.
• Attach self-attested copies of all required documents, including educational qualification certificates, domicile certificate, category certificate, income certificate, Aadhaar Card, and other supporting documents, as applicable.
• Review the application form and attached documents to ensure that all information is complete and accurate. Incomplete applications may be rejected during scrutiny.
• Submit the duly filled application form along with the required documents by hand at the office of the Principal, Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses (AICC), Phase 3B-2, SAS Nagar (Mohali).
• Applicants who are unable to visit the institute personally may send the completed application form and supporting documents by post to the institute's address.
• Ensure that the application form reaches the institute on or before 30 June 2026. Applications received after the prescribed deadline will not be considered for admission.

Application Through Email

• Candidates who do not wish to submit the application form by hand or post can apply by email.
• After completing the application form, scan the duly filled form along with all required supporting documents.
• Ensure that the scanned copies are clear, legible, and uploaded in a commonly accepted file format.
• Attach the application form and supporting documents to an email addressed to the institute.
• Send the email application to [email protected].
• Applicants should carefully review all attachments before sending the email to avoid rejection due to missing documents.
• Keep a copy of the sent email and attachments for future reference.
• The email application must be submitted on or before 30 June 2026.

Entrance Test Details

Eligible applicants who successfully submit their application form will be required to appear in an entrance test conducted by the Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses (AICC), Mohali. The test will be used to select candidates for admission to the free coaching programme.

• Entrance Test Date: 03 July 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
• Duration: 1 Hour
• Mode of Test: Objective-Type Examination
• Venue: Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses (AICC), Phase 3B-2, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab

Subjects Covered in the Entrance Test

• General English
• Quantitative Aptitude
• Reasoning
• Current Events

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the Punjab Free Coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO Examination 2026 will be based on an entrance test conducted by Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses (AICC), Mohali. Eligible applicants who submit their applications before the last date will be considered for the selection process.

• Applicants must submit the prescribed application form along with the required documents before the notified deadline.
• The institute will scrutinise the applications to verify eligibility, category, domicile, educational qualification, and income criteria.
• Eligible candidates will be required to appear in an objective-type entrance test conducted by the institute.
• The entrance test will consist of questions from General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Current Events.
• The duration of the entrance examination will be one hour.
• Candidates will be selected on the basis of their performance in the entrance test and availability of seats under the applicable category.
• Selected candidates will be offered admission to the free coaching programme for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO examinations.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• A total of 50 seats are available under the Punjab Free Coaching for Bank PO and LIC/GIC AAO Examination 2026 programme.
• Seats will be allotted according to the prescribed reservation policy, with 50% seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC), 30% seats for the Other Backwards Classes (OBC), and 20% seats for Minority Communities.
• Within the available seats, 30% reservation will be provided for women candidates and 5% reservation for persons with disabilities (PwD).
• Candidates will be selected through an objective-type entrance test consisting of questions from General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Current Events.
• The duration of the entrance examination will be one hour.
• Candidates appearing for the entrance test should carry a recent passport-size photograph and a valid photo identity proof such as an Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, or Driving Licence.
• Applicants are advised to bring a blue ball pen and preferably a cardboard or writing pad while appearing for the entrance examination.
• Candidates who have previously received coaching under the scheme may also apply. However, hostel accommodation may not be provided to candidates who attended 75% or more classes during their previous coaching programme.

Relevant Links

• Punjab Free Coaching Scheme Application Form (English)
• Punjab Free Coaching Scheme Application Form (Punjabi)
• Punjab Free Coaching Scheme Notification.
• Punjab Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and Minorities

Contact Information

• Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses Phone Number:
  • Telephone: 0172-2225585
  • Mobile: 98723-54300
• Ambedkar Institute of Careers and Courses Email: [email protected]