The Ambedkar DBT Voucher Scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan, in the financial year 2021–22. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for accommodation to students from SC, ST, OBC, MBC, and EWS categories who are pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate courses in government colleges located at the district level in Rajasthan.
Under this scheme, eligible students residing in rented accommodations receive ₹2,000 per month for a maximum of 10 months per academic year, helping them manage their living expenses.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: ₹2,000/- per month.
- Duration: Up to 10 months per academic year.
- Total Benefit Period: Maximum 5 years per student.
- Total Number of Beneficiaries: 5,000 students annually.
- Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student’s bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency: The applicant must be a resident of Rajasthan.
- Category: The applicant must belong to one of the following categories:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Class (OBC)
- Most Backward Class (MBC)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Educational Qualification:
- The student must be regularly enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate course.
- The student must be studying in a government college located at the district level.
- Residential Requirements:
- The student should not be a resident of the Municipal Corporation, Municipal Council, or Municipality of the district where they are studying.
- The student whose parent/guardian owns a house in the city or town where they are studying is not eligible for benefits under this scheme.
- The student should not be residing in a government-run hostel.
- Annual Family Income Limits:
- SC/ST/MBC: ₹2,50,000/-
- OBC: ₹1,50,000/-
- EWS: ₹1,00,000/-
Application Process
Online – Via Common Service Centers (CSCs) / E-Mitra Centers
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Gather Required Documents
- Ensure that all mandatory documents are available in scanned copies.
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Visit Nearest E-Mitra Center
- Complete the biometric verification process.
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Application Submission
- The E-Mitra agent will fill out the application form and upload required documents.
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Receive Acknowledgment
- Collect the submission receipt containing:
- Date and time of submission
- Unique application number (if applicable)
- Collect the submission receipt containing:
College-Level Verification
- The government college where the student is enrolled will verify the application and forward it to the District Social Justice and Empowerment Office.
Approval Process
- The Deputy Director/Assistant Director (District Magistrate) approves applications based on category-wise allocation.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate (Issued by a competent authority).
- Caste Certificate (Issued by a competent authority).
- Self-Declared Income Certificate (As per category requirements).
- Jan Aadhaar Card.
- Aadhaar Card (For identity verification).
- Bank Account Details (Bank Name, Account Number, IFSC Code, Branch Name).
- Certificate of Regular Enrollment in a government college.
- Self-Certified Rental Proof (Rental Agreement/Receipt).
- Marksheet of the Last Passed Examination.
- Any other documents (As required by the authorities).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
Students belonging to SC, ST, OBC, MBC, and EWS categories who are enrolled in a government college at the district level and residing in rented accommodations. - Q: What is the amount provided under this scheme?
₹2,000 per month for 10 months per academic year. - Q: How many students benefit from this scheme annually?
A total of 5,000 students are selected every year. - Q: Can I apply if I live in a government hostel?
No, students residing in government hostels are not eligible for this scheme. - Q: How can I apply for this scheme?
Students must apply online through E-Mitra centers. - Q: What is the maximum duration for receiving benefits?
Students can receive benefits for a maximum of 5 years. - Q: What documents are required for application?
Applicants need Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificate, Jan Aadhaar, Aadhaar, Bank Account Details, Enrollment Proof, Rental Agreement, and Last Exam Marksheet. - Q: How is the amount disbursed?
The assistance amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). - Q: Can I apply if my parents own a house in my college city?
No, students whose parents own a house in the city/town where they are studying are not eligible. - Q: When will I receive my first payment?
Payments are processed monthly upon successful verification and approval.