The Human Rights and Minorities Affairs Department of the Government of Punjab, together with Tech Valley, has announced the Google Career Certificates Scholarship Program 2026 for minority students. According to the announcement, selected students can take Google’s online career certificate courses free of charge. The last date to apply is 11 November 2026, and applications are submitted through the official website of the Human Rights and Minorities Affairs Department, Punjab. This guide explains the available courses, the benefits and how to apply.
Program Overview
| Program | Google Career Certificates Scholarship Program 2026 |
| Offered By | Human Rights and Minorities Affairs Department, Government of the Punjab, with Tech Valley |
| For | Minority students |
| Cost | Free for selected students |
| Mode | Online |
| Number of Courses | 14 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 November 2026 |
About the Program
The announcement says these certificate opportunities are dedicated only to minority students. The certificates are issued by Google and are designed to build job-ready skills in high-demand fields. Tech Valley has also signed a wider agreement with the Punjab Government for Google Career Certificate scholarships, which is described in its press release on the Punjab partnership. That wider program is a separate initiative for university students, so minority students should apply through the department’s portal.
Available Courses
The poster lists 14 certificate courses:
- Data Analytics
- Advanced Data Analytics
- Business Intelligence
- Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
- IT Support
- IT Automation
- Cybersecurity
- Project Management
- Agile Essentials
- People Management Essentials
- UX Design
- AI Essentials
- Prompting Essentials
- Google AI Professional
Benefits
- Certificates issued by Google.
- Online learning at your own pace.
- Skills useful for jobs, freelancing and career growth.
- No fee for selected students.
Who Can Apply?
The announcement says the program is only for minority students. It does not explain the educational level, age limit, documents or the definition of eligibility in detail. News reports describe it as a program for minority students in Punjab, but the poster does not state a domicile condition. Students from other provinces or regions, including Gilgit-Baltistan, should check the portal or contact the department before applying.
How to Apply
- Visit the Human Rights and Minorities Affairs Department website.
- Find the Google Career Certificates scholarship announcement and read the instructions.
- Complete the application and choose the course you want, as the portal directs.
- Submit your application before 11 November 2026.
The poster does not explain the application steps, the number of seats, the selection method or how many courses one student can choose. These details should be read on the portal.
Tips for Applicants
These are general tips and are not part of the announcement.
- Choose a course that matches your interest and background, such as IT Support for beginners or Data Analytics if you enjoy numbers.
- Make sure you have a stable internet connection and a laptop or phone for online study.
- Apply only through the official website and do not pay anyone for a scholarship.
- Plan regular study time so that you can finish the course.
Conclusion
The Google Career Certificates Scholarship can help eligible minority students gain practical digital skills at no cost. With the last date on 11 November 2026, interested students should check the official website, read the full instructions and apply early. Selection is not guaranteed.
TechKarimi is an independent information website. It is not affiliated with Google, Tech Valley or the Government of Punjab. Applications must be submitted only through the official website named in the announcement.