The Punjab Government has initiated a free residential coaching camp for students preparing for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). This program is organized by the School Education Department under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
Program Overview
The residential summer coaching camp 2026 is designed for Class X and XII students from Schools of Eminence (SOE) and Meritorious Schools across Punjab. The camp aims to provide robust academic guidance and high-quality preparation for national-level competitive exams, including JEE (Main and Advanced) and NEET.
Duration and Selection
According to the Director of Secondary Education, the coaching camp commenced on June 5 and will run until June 28, 2026. This 24-day residential program has shortlisted approximately 3,000 meritorious students from various parts of the state.
Accommodation and Coaching
Students are housed in Meritorious Schools located in Bathinda, Jalandhar, Amritsar, and Mohali. They receive intensive coaching while residing on campus. A key feature of this initiative is the engagement of expert tutors from reputed educational institutions across the country. High-quality study material is also provided to facilitate effective exam preparation.
Financial Support
The Punjab School Education Department bears the entire cost of the program, including accommodation, meals, study material, and coaching. Thus, students receive specialized training completely free of charge. To ensure proper management and safety, teachers from various schools have been assigned duty during the camp.
Expected Impact
Education officials believe this initiative will greatly benefit talented students, particularly those from rural areas and economically weaker families. The program is expected to help students compete confidently in national entrance exams and move closer to achieving their dreams of becoming doctors and engineers.
