The “Chhatron Ke Liye Protsahan Rashi” scheme, under the Agriculture Department of the Rajasthan Government, provides financial assistance to economically disadvantaged students, particularly girls pursuing education in agriculture. The scheme aims to encourage female students to study agriculture-related disciplines and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance agricultural productivity sustainably.
Students will learn innovative farming techniques, crop management practices, breeding strategies, and technological advancements that can improve yields and efficiency. The scheme also covers food safety standards, quality control measures, food processing techniques, and foodborne pathogens to ensure the safety and integrity of the food supply.
Benefits
Senior Secondary Level
- Girls studying agriculture in 11th and 12th standard will receive a scholarship of ₹15,000 per year.
Undergraduate Level
- Girls enrolled in undergraduate agricultural programs (4/5 years) such as Horticulture, Dairy, Agricultural Engineering, Food Processing, and Shri Karna Narendra Business School, Jobner will receive a scholarship of ₹25,000 per year.
Postgraduate Level
- Girls pursuing M.Sc. Agriculture (2 years) will receive a scholarship of ₹25,000 per year.
PhD Level
- Girls pursuing PhD in Agriculture (maximum 3 years) will receive a scholarship of ₹40,000 per year.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a girl.
- The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should be studying in schools, colleges, or universities recognized by the Government or State Government.
Exclusions
The incentive amount will not be payable under the following circumstances:
- If the student takes admission again in the same class due to failing in the previous year.
- If the girl student has taken re-admission in the same class for category improvement.
- If the student leaves school/college/university in the middle of the session.
Application Process
Online Application
Registration Process
- Visit the official portal.
- Click on the option “Register”.
- You will be redirected to the SSO registration page, where you need to select one of the following options:
- Jan Aadhaar
- For Jan Aadhaar:
- Enter your Jan Aadhaar number and click ‘Next’.
- Select your name, head of family name, and other members.
- Click ‘Send OTP’, enter the OTP, and click ‘Verify OTP’.
- For Google:
- Enter your Gmail ID and click ‘Next’.
- Enter your password.
- Click ‘New SSO Link’.
- Your SSO ID will appear, now create your password.
- Enter your mobile number and complete the registration.
Application Process
- Login to the official portal.
- After logging in, the dashboard will open.
- Click on “RAJ-KISAN”.
- Under “Citizen”, click on “Application Entry Request”.
- Enter your Bhamashah Family ID and search.
- Select your name and scheme name.
- Complete Aadhaar Authentication and click on “Get Details”.
- Provide the required details, including:
- Pensioner Details
- Bank Details
- Disability Details (if applicable)
- Verification Details
- Upload Documents
- Submit the application.
Documents Required
- Address proof
- Last year’s mark sheet
- Bank account details
- Passport-size photograph
- Mobile number
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The scheme provides financial incentives to female students studying agriculture to encourage them to pursue higher education in the field.
Q: Is the incentive amount payable to girl students who have taken re-admission in the same class for category improvement?
A: No, the scheme does not provide incentives for students who take re-admission for category improvement.
Q: Can boys apply for this scheme?
A: No, this scheme is exclusively for girls.
Q: Is there a caste-related eligibility criterion in this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is open to all eligible girls regardless of caste.
Q: Which department implements this scheme?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Agriculture Department, Government of Rajasthan.
Q: How can I apply online?
A: Applicants can register and apply through the official portal following the steps mentioned in the Application Process section.
Q: Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
A: No, only native residents of Rajasthan are eligible.
Q: How do I know if a field in the application form is mandatory?
A: Mandatory fields are usually marked with an asterisk (*) and must be filled to proceed with submission.
Q: How many times can an applicant avail of the scheme’s benefits?
A: The applicant can avail of the benefits only once per level of education (Senior Secondary, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD).
Q: What is Jan Aadhaar?
A: Jan Aadhaar is an identification document issued by the Rajasthan Government, used for accessing various government schemes and services.