Mukhya Mantri Sarvajan Uchcha Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana: 50% Fee Reimbursement

The Mukhya Mantri Sarvajan Uchcha Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana is an initiative by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan, aimed at providing financial assistance to students from all sections and castes pursuing higher education in nationally recognized institutions. The scheme reimburses 50% of the non-refundable institutional fees for students enrolled in IITs, IIMs, NITs, AIIMS, and other premier institutions, ensuring financial support for meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds.

Benefits

Financial Assistance

• 50% reimbursement of non-refundable institutional fees (tuition, library, medical, and examination fees).

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

• The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account.

Annual Disbursement

• The scholarship is disbursed every year throughout the entire duration of the course.

Covers Multiple Institutions

• Includes students enrolled in IITs, IIMs, NITs, AIIMS, and other national institutions as per the scheme guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must be a native of Rajasthan.
• The annual family income from all sources (including the applicant’s income, if any) should be less than ₹5,00,000.
• The applicant must be enrolled in:
  • IITs, IIMs, NITs, AIIMS, and other recognized national institutions.
• The applicant should not be availing any other government scholarship for the same course.
• The applicant must maintain academic performance as required for scholarship renewal.
• Employees pursuing full-time studies while on leave without pay for the entire duration of the course are also eligible.
• Students studying outside Rajasthan in the listed national institutions are eligible.

Application Process

Online Application (via CSCs & RajSSP Portal)

Registration

1. Visit the official portal.
2. Click on “Register”.
3. You will be redirected to the SSO registration page.
4. Select one of the registration options:
   • Jan Aadhaar:
     • Enter Jan Aadhaar number and click “Next”.
     • Select your name and head of family details.
     • Click “Send OTP” and enter the OTP received.
     • Click “Verify OTP” to complete registration.
   • Google:
     • Enter Gmail ID and click “Next”.
     • Enter your password and complete registration.
     • Click on the new SSO link that appears.
     • Generate your SSO ID and create a password.
     • Enter your mobile number and complete the registration.

Applying for the Scholarship

1. Login to the official portal.
2. After login, the dashboard will open.
3. Click on “IFMS-RAJSSP”.
4. Select “Continue to RajSSP”.
5. Click “Apply for Scheme”.
6. On the new page, select “SCHOLARSHIP (SJE)”.
7. Fill in all relevant details in the application form.
8. Upload the required documents.
9. Click “Submit” to complete the application.

Documents Required

For New Applicants

• Self-attested passport-size photograph
• Domicile Certificate (Rajasthan)
• 10th-grade mark sheet
• Admission Certificate from the Institution
• Income Certificate
• Death Certificate of parent/spouse (if applicable)
• Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• Bank account details (Aadhaar-linked, if possible)
• Any other documents, if required

For Renewal Applications

• Income Certificate (Issued by Competent Authority)
• Admission Letter from the Recognized Institution
• Fee Receipt (showing non-refundable components)
• Diploma/Degree Certificate (for previous courses)
• Previous Academic Marksheet
• Self-Declaration Form for Scholarship Application
• Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Employer Certificate (for government employees on study leave)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
Students native to Rajasthan with a family income of less than ₹5,00,000, enrolled in IITs, IIMs, NITs, AIIMS, or other national institutions.

Q: Can students studying outside Rajasthan apply?
Yes, students enrolled in listed national institutions outside Rajasthan are eligible.

Q: What expenses are covered under non-refundable fees?
Tuition, library, medical, and examination fees.

Q: How can I apply for the scholarship?
Through the RajSSP online portal by registering with Jan Aadhaar or Google ID.

Q: Is the scholarship renewed every year?
Yes, but students must maintain academic performance and reapply each year.

Q: What happens if I fail an exam?
Students must maintain minimum academic performance; failure may lead to cancellation of the scholarship.

Q: What is the last date to apply for the scholarship?
The deadline is updated annually on the official portal.

Q: Can married female students apply?
Yes, if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Q: What if my parents are retired or deceased?
Students without parents or with retired parents are still eligible, provided the family income is below ₹5,00,000.

Q: Is there an age limit to apply for the scholarship?
No, but the applicant must be pursuing full-time studies.

Q: Can students from private universities apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is only for students in nationally recognized institutions (IITs, IIMs, AIIMS, NITs, etc.).

Sources & References

• Guidelines
• Application Portal