According to a comprehensive proposal, a 20 percent increase in the number of scholarships doubles both monthly stipends and one-time grants for recipients at the SSC, HSC and graduation levels. “If junior-level scholarships are increased without adjusting SSC, HSC and higher education scholarships, it would create an imbalance. SSC LevelUnder the proposal, the number of SSC scholarships will increase from 25,500 to 30,600. General scholarship stipends will rise from Tk 375 to Tk 750 per month, and one-time grants from Tk 750 to Tk 1,500. General scholarship stipends will increase from Tk 450 to Tk 900, and one-time grants from Tk 900 to Tk 1,800.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 06, 2026 15:49 UTC