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
- Visit the official portal.
- Click on “Register”.
- You will be redirected to the SSO registration page.
- 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.
- Jan Aadhaar:
Applying for the Scholarship
- Login to the official portal.
- After login, the dashboard will open.
- Click on “IFMS-RAJSSP”.
- Select “Continue to RajSSP”.
- Click “Apply for Scheme”.
- On the new page, select “SCHOLARSHIP (SJE)”.
- Fill in all relevant details in the application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- 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.).