Every year, lakhs of students in Rajasthan pass their Class 12 examinations, and then face the same big question: how will they pay for further studies? College fees, books, hostel charges and daily expenses are not easy for an ordinary family to manage. Keeping this problem in mind, the Rajasthan government runs a special scholarship for meritorious students from low-income families, so that a lack of money never stops a bright student from studying further. The scheme is called the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana, or the Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship Scheme.
In this article, we give you the complete details of this scheme — who can apply, what the conditions are, how much help is given, which documents are needed, how to apply step by step, and the last date for the 2026-27 session. We also explain the common mistakes that get applications rejected, so that your form goes through smoothly.
What is the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana
The Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana is a merit-based scholarship scheme of the Government of Rajasthan. It is run through the state’s Higher Education Department and implemented by the Commissionerate of College Education, Rajasthan. Its aim is to give financial help to meritorious students from economically weaker families who want to continue their studies after Class 12, so that financial difficulty does not end their education.
The scheme is meant for students who pass Class 12 from the Board of Secondary Education Rajasthan (RBSE), Ajmer, and secure a place within the first one lakh positions of the board’s merit list. Their family’s annual income must also stay within a fixed limit. Selected students receive a fixed amount every year, and those who continue studying regularly can receive it for up to five years.
One of the best features of this scheme is that the application is fully online and completely free. Students apply through the Rajasthan SSO portal, their college head verifies the documents, and the application then moves forward through the District Nodal Officer before the department sanctions the scholarship.
Latest status for the 2026-27 session
For the financial year 2026-27, the College Education Department has opened the scholarship portal through its notification. Online applications for this session started on 1 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 30 November 2026. Eligible students who have not applied yet still have time until 30 November 2026.
Do not wait for the last days. In the final days, portal traffic rises sharply and technical problems can appear, which may cost you the chance to apply. It is better to keep all documents ready in advance and complete the application well before the deadline.
The state’s 2026-27 budget has set a target of covering one lakh students under this scholarship. Every year, one lakh new eligible students are covered, along with renewal applications from earlier beneficiaries who continue to study regularly in a higher education institution.
How much scholarship is given
Under this scheme, a regular student receives Rs 500 per month for a maximum of 10 months in a year, which means up to Rs 5,000 per year. Divyang students receive a higher amount: students with 40 percent or more disability get Rs 1,000 per month for up to 10 months, which means up to Rs 10,000 per year.
| Category | Monthly amount | Maximum per year |
|---|---|---|
| Regular student | Rs 500 | Rs 5,000 |
| Divyang student (40% or more disability) | Rs 1,000 | Rs 10,000 |
The department pays the scholarship on an annual basis. A regular student can receive the benefit for a maximum of 5 years, as long as they continue studying regularly in a higher education institution. If a student leaves studies before 5 years, the benefit stays valid only for the years already completed. Students who received the scholarship last year can continue to receive it through renewal, if they study regularly.
Eligibility conditions
To apply for this scholarship, a student must meet ALL of the following conditions. Even one unmet condition can lead to rejection, so check every point carefully before applying.
- The student must be a native (mool niwasi) of Rajasthan.
- The student must have passed Class 12 from RBSE, Ajmer in the same year with at least 60 percent marks.
- The student must secure a place within the first one lakh positions of the board’s merit list.
- The annual income of parents or guardian must not exceed Rs 2.50 lakh.
- The student must be studying regularly in a government or recognised non-government higher or technical institution in Rajasthan.
- The student must not be receiving any other scholarship or similar benefit from the Government of India or the State Government.
- The student must have a savings account in a nationalised bank.
- The student must have an Aadhaar card and a Jan Aadhaar card.
- For the divyang category, a disability certificate of 40 percent or more issued by the Medical Board of the Medical Department is required.
One important rule: as per the order dated 1 November 2025, students regularly admitted in the first, third or fifth semester count as regular students for the scheme year. This means students in the semester system also get the benefit of this rule.
Documents required
Keep the following documents and details ready before starting the application, so that the form can be filled without interruption.
- Class 12 (RBSE) marksheet or result details
- Income certificate of parents or guardian (up to Rs 2.50 lakh)
- Aadhaar card
- Jan Aadhaar card
- Bank account details of a nationalised bank
- Rajasthan domicile or native details
- Caste or category details, where applicable
- Mobile number updated in Jan Aadhaar
- Self-attested copy of the 40 percent disability certificate from the Medical Board (only for divyang students)
- Affidavit of not availing any other scholarship (format available on the department’s scholarship portal)
Before starting the application, update your caste, domicile, bank account and mobile number details in your Jan Aadhaar. If the Jan Aadhaar details are old or wrong, the details fetched by the portal will also be wrong and the application may get stuck.
How to apply online — step by step
The application process for the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana is completely online. Follow the steps below in order.
- First, update your caste, domicile, bank account and mobile number details in your Jan Aadhaar.
- Visit the Rajasthan SSO portal at sso.rajasthan.gov.in.
- Log in with your SSO ID and password. If you do not have an SSO ID, register first using your Jan Aadhaar or the other options on the portal.
- After logging in, go to the scholarship section and select Scholarship (CE).
- From the list of schemes, select the Rajasthan Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship Scheme.
- Enter your Jan Aadhaar number and check the details fetched from it.
- Fill in your Class 12 details, current college and course, income and bank details.
- Upload the documents the portal asks for, including the disability certificate if you apply under the divyang category.
- Review the full form carefully and submit it. There is no fee to apply.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Verification and approval process
After you submit the form, the application passes through the following verification chain.
- First, the head of your institution matches the uploaded documents with the original documents.
- After verification, the institution forwards the application online to the District Nodal Officer by the fixed date.
- The department then sanctions the scholarship for eligible students.
If the department rejects an application because of a mistake or missing information in the online form, the student is held responsible. So fill in every detail carefully and upload the correct documents. After submitting, stay in touch with your college so that verification is completed on time.
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
Every year, many students’ applications get stuck because of small mistakes. Avoid the ones listed below.
- Old mobile number or bank account in Jan Aadhaar — update Jan Aadhaar before applying.
- Income certificate showing income above the limit — income must not exceed Rs 2.50 lakh per year.
- Applying while also taking another government scholarship — this scheme does not allow it.
- Uploading blurred scanned copies of documents — upload clear, readable copies.
- Applying on the last day — portal rush or a technical problem can cost you the chance.
- Not following up on college verification after submitting — confirm verification with the institution head.
Other Rajasthan schemes for students
The Rajasthan government also runs other schemes to support students. The Swami Vivekananda Scholarship for Academic Excellence provides financial aid for higher studies in top Indian and foreign universities, while the Kali Bai Bhil Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana offers free scooties or equivalent assistance to meritorious girl students to encourage higher education. Their eligibility rules are different, so check their conditions separately before applying. Remember that the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana cannot be taken together with another government scholarship.
Important dates at a glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Portal opened for 2026-27 session | 1 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 30 November 2026 |
| Notification issued | 28 September 2026 |
| Maximum benefit period | Up to 5 years |
Official links and contact
Use only the official portals below to apply and check scheme information. Do not fall for unknown websites or agents — no agent or fee is needed for this scheme.
- SSO Rajasthan Portal: sso.rajasthan.gov.in
- Higher Education Department, Government of Rajasthan: hte.rajasthan.gov.in
- Jan Aadhaar Portal (to update details): janaadhaar.rajasthan.gov.in
- Higher Education Department Helpline: 0141-2706106
- Higher Education Department Helpdesk Email: dce.oap@gmail.com
Frequently asked questions
What is the Mukhyamantri Uchch Shiksha Chhatravriti Yojana?
It is a Rajasthan government scholarship that gives financial help for higher education to meritorious RBSE Class 12 pass students who rank within the first one lakh of the board merit list and whose family income is up to Rs 2.50 lakh per year.
How much money is given under this scheme?
A regular student gets Rs 500 per month for up to 10 months a year, which means up to Rs 5,000 per year. Students with 40 percent or more disability get Rs 1,000 per month, which means up to Rs 10,000 per year.
How many marks are needed in Class 12?
The student must have passed Class 12 from RBSE, Ajmer in the same year with at least 60 percent marks, and must rank within the first one lakh of the board’s merit list.
What is the family income limit?
The annual income of parents or guardian must not exceed Rs 2.50 lakh.
What is the last date for the 2026-27 session?
Online applications started on 1 October 2026 and the last date is 30 November 2026.
Is a Jan Aadhaar card compulsory?
Yes. The online application cannot be filled without a Jan Aadhaar card, because the portal fetches details from Jan Aadhaar.
Is there any fee to apply?
No. There is no fee for applying under this scheme.
For how many years is the scholarship given?
Up to a maximum of five years, as long as the student continues studying regularly. If the student leaves studies earlier, the benefit applies only to the years already completed.
Can it be taken together with another scholarship?
No. The student must not receive any other Central or State Government scholarship or similar benefit at the same time.
Who verifies the application after submission?
First, the head of the institution verifies the documents against the originals, then the application is forwarded online to the District Nodal Officer, and the department sanctions the scholarship.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared by a private information portal. It is not a government website. Before applying, please verify the information from the official portal and the department notification.
