The Devnarayan Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme is implemented by the Government of Rajasthan to provide financial assistance to students belonging to Extremely Backward Classes (EBC). It is modeled on the Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme available for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students. The scheme supports students from Class 6th to 10th by providing them with free education, accommodation, meals, dress, study material, and books.
Benefits
Students selected under this scheme will receive:
- Free education as per the Rajasthan State Government syllabus.
- Free accommodation, meals, dress, books, and study materials.
- Monthly financial assistance as per the table below:
| Category | Class | Scholarship Amount (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Boys | Class 6 to 8 | ₹50/- |
| Girls | Class 6 to 8 | ₹100/- |
| Boys | Class 9 to 10 | ₹60/- |
| Girls | Class 9 to 10 | ₹120/- |
Eligibility Criteria
- The student must be a native of Rajasthan.
- The applicant must belong to the Extremely Backward Class (EBC), which includes:
- Banjara, Baladiya, Labana
- Gadia-Lohar, Gadolia
- Gujar, Gurjar
- Raika, Raibari (Debasi)
- Gadariya (Gadri), Gayari
- The applicant must possess a caste certificate issued by a Tehsildar or a higher revenue officer.
- The annual income of the parents/guardian should not exceed ₹2,00,000/- from all sources.
- The applicant must be a full-time student and not employed unless studying under leave without pay.
- All children of the same parent/guardian are eligible for this scheme.
- The student must not be receiving any other scholarship or financial aid from Central/State/Public sources.
Application Process
Online Application
- Visit the official Rajasthan scholarship portal.
- Click on “Login” or “Register”.
- Applicants will be redirected to the Rajasthan SSO (Single Sign-On) portal.
- Log in using the Jan-Aadhaar ID.
- Fill out the scholarship application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit the application.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate (Proof of residence in Rajasthan).
- Caste Certificate (Issued by a Tehsildar or higher revenue officer).
- Income Certificate (Proof of family income not exceeding ₹2,00,000/-).
- Educational Qualification Certificate / Marksheet.
- Jan Aadhaar / Bhamashah Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the Devnarayan Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme?
A: It is a financial assistance program for Extremely Backward Class (EBC) students in Rajasthan from Class 6th to 10th, providing free education, accommodation, meals, and study materials.
Q: What benefits are provided under the scheme?
A: Students receive monthly financial assistance, free accommodation, study materials, textbooks, and meals.
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Students belonging to Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) with a family income below ₹2,00,000/- per year, studying in Class 6th to 10th in Rajasthan.
Q: What is the educational eligibility criterion?
A: The student must be studying in Class 6th to 10th in a government-approved school.
Q: What is the scholarship amount provided to boys and girls?
A:
- Boys (Class 6 to 8): ₹50/- per month
- Girls (Class 6 to 8): ₹100/- per month
- Boys (Class 9 to 10): ₹60/- per month
- Girls (Class 9 to 10): ₹120/- per month
Q: How many children from the same family can receive the scholarship?
A: All children in a family are eligible, provided they meet the criteria.
Q: How can students apply for this scheme?
A: Students must apply online through the Rajasthan SSO portal using their Jan Aadhaar ID.
Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Marksheet, Jan Aadhaar/Bhamashah Card, Aadhaar Card.