Rajasthan Government Scholarships 2026 — CM Higher Education Scholarship and More
Rajasthan scholarships 2026: CM Uchch Shiksha Chhatravritti (₹5,000 a year), Kalibai scooty, Ambedkar DBT voucher and more — eligibility and how to apply.
Rajasthan's flagship scholarship for college students is the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravritti Yojana: ₹5,000 a year for students in the Rajasthan board's Class 12 top-1-lakh merit list with family income up to ₹2.5 lakh. Rajasthan also runs schemes for girls, for SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS students and free coaching. Applications for most go through the SSO Rajasthan portal.
Key scholarships and schemes in Rajasthan
| Scheme | Who it is for | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravritti Yojana | Rajasthan board Class 12 top 1 lakh merit, family income up to ₹2.5 lakh, in regular college study | ₹5,000 a year (₹10,000 for specially-abled students) |
| Kalibai Bheel Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana | Girls who passed Class 12 with 65% (Rajasthan board) or 75% (CBSE), family income under ₹2.5 lakh, going on to regular graduation | A scooty |
| Ambedkar DBT Voucher Yojana | SC, ST and other eligible category students at government colleges who live in rented accommodation away from home | A monthly accommodation allowance |
| Devnarayan schemes | Students from the Most Backward Classes (MBC) | Scholarships, scooty and incentive schemes |
| Post-matric scholarships (SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS) | Class 11 onwards, within the income limit for each category | Fees and allowance, run by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Gargi Puraskar and Balika Protsahan Puraskar | Girls scoring 75%+ in the Rajasthan board's Class 10 and 12 exams | Cash awards |
| Mukhyamantri Anuprati Coaching Yojana | SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS and minority students with family income under ₹8 lakh | Free coaching for JEE, NEET, CLAT, civil services and more — see free government coaching |
How to Apply
- Check eligibility — each scholarship has specific criteria (income, marks, category).
- Gather documents — marksheet, income certificate, caste certificate, bank details, Aadhaar.
- Apply online — state schemes through the Scholarship section of SSO Rajasthan (sso.rajasthan.gov.in) or e-Mitra; central schemes through the National Scholarship Portal.
- Track your application — save the application number and check status regularly.
Tips to Maximise Your Chances
- Apply early — do not wait for the deadline. Portal issues are common near deadlines.
- Pick the scheme that pays you most — you can usually hold only one government scholarship for the same purpose.
- Keep documents ready — income certificate, domicile, and caste certificate take time.
- Check both state and central government scholarships — many students miss central schemes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravritti Yojana?
Rajasthan's CM Higher Education Scholarship gives ₹5,000 a year (₹10,000 for specially-abled students) for college study to students in the Rajasthan board's Class 12 merit list (top 1 lakh) whose family income is up to ₹2.5 lakh a year. Apply through the Scholarship section of the SSO Rajasthan portal (sso.rajasthan.gov.in) when the Higher Education Department opens the window.
When will the CM scholarship Rajasthan 2026 money come?
There is no fixed payment date. After verification by your college and the department, the amount is paid to your bank account. Track the status on the SSO portal's scholarship section, and make sure your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded.
Who is eligible for scholarships in Rajasthan?
It depends on the scheme: most need Rajasthan residence and a family income limit, and many set minimum marks. SC, ST, OBC, MBC and EWS students have their own schemes through the Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
Can I get more than one scholarship?
Usually you can hold only one government scholarship for the same purpose. Check each scheme's rules before applying.