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PWNSAT empowers scholars with over Rs 2.2 Cr in cash rewards

The event marked the culmination of PWNSAT 2024, with over 15.5 lakh students appearing for the exam, making it a significant scholarship initiative in the country
12:39 AM Feb 05, 2025 IST | GK NEWS SERVICE
pwnsat empowers scholars with over rs 2 2 cr in cash rewards
PWNSAT empowers scholars with over Rs 2.2 Cr in cash rewards
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Srinagar, Feb 4: PhysicsWallah, (PW), an education platform, honoured 1,581 students who emerged as top performers in the National Scholarship Admission Test (PWNSAT) 2024 from all over the country, a press release said.

In Jammu alone, PW felicitated 19 students. As part of its pursuit to make education accessible, PW awarded these students a total of Rs 2.2 crore in cash prizes at the felicitation ceremony, recognising their academic achievements. The event marked the culmination of PWNSAT 2024, with over 15.5 lakh students appearing for the exam, making it a significant scholarship initiative in the country.

The PWNSAT 2024 scholarship fund, amounting to Rs 250 crore, represents a vision by PW to assist students gain access to coaching without the burden of tuition fees. Through PWNSAT 2024 the aim is to provide JEE and NEET aspirants the access to the faculties, resources, and learning environment. The scholarship program is extended beyond financial assistance, offering  accommodation support, and mentorship, allowing meritorious students to pursue their academic goals. This year, over five lakh students received at least a 50 percent scholarship.

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Alakh Pandey, Founder and CEO of PW, said, “When we started, the aim was simple, to make education accessible and affordable. PWNSAT 2024 is one of the ways we try so that financial constraints are not a hurdle for talented students. This Rs 250 crore scholarship amount isn’t just a number, it represents our commitment to help a students’ future. The 1,581 students we are felicitating today have worked hard, and this is our way of recognizing their efforts. The real success will be when they achieve their dreams and help others do the same.”

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The felicitation ceremony was an event celebrating the perseverance, dedication, and achievements of these students. It brought together students, parents, educators, and academic leaders to recognize and reward exceptional talent. With this initiative, PW continues to redefine access to education in India, and reinforce its aim to make learning equitable, affordable, and empowering.

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