1 year ago
Punjab Student Earns IISER Admission Despite Financial Hurdles
Simran, whose parents are a farmer and an ASHA worker, got accepted into a special college called IISER.
This college teaches science.
Even though her family doesn't have much money, she studied really hard and did very well in school.
She had to borrow money for her studies and hopes to get a scholarship to help pay it back by doing well in her classes.
She wants to become a researcher.
Simran, a Punjab farmer's daughter, gained admission to IISER Mohali.
She secured state ranks in both Class 10 and 12.
Simran is pursuing a five-year BS-MS dual degree program.
She took an education loan of approximately 8 lakhs.
Simran relies on academic performance for loan repayment and scholarships.
- Who
- Simran, a student from Punjab, and her family.
- What
- Simran, daughter of a Punjab farmer, secured admission to IISER Mohali.
- Where
- IISER Mohali in Punjab.
- When
- Admission secured in August 2025.
- Why
- She is aiming for scholarships through academic excellence.
Key facts
- Student Name
- Simran
- Institution
- IISER Mohali
- Program
- BS-MS dual degree
- Family Background
- Farmer (father), ASHA worker (mother)
- Education Loan
- 8 Lakhs (approx.)
- Academic Achievement
- Secured state ranks in Class 10 and 12
