The Vishesh Yogyajan Chhatravriti Yojana, launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan, is a welfare initiative aimed at supporting students with disabilities in pursuing their education. This scheme provides scholarships and tuition fee reimbursement to eligible specially-abled students who are enrolled in government or recognized educational institutions.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: Vishesh Yogyajan Chhatravriti Yojana
• State: Rajasthan
• Launched By: Department of Social Justice and Empowerment
• Target Group: Specially-abled students (minimum 40% disability)
• Type of Support: Scholarship and Tuition Fee Reimbursement
• Application Mode: Offline via District SJED Office
• Income Limit: ₹2,00,000 per annum
Benefits
1. Scholarship Grant
• Financial aid is provided as a monthly or annual scholarship to eligible students
2. Tuition Fee Reimbursement
• Covers actual tuition fee expenses for students studying in government and recognized private institutions
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be a resident of Rajasthan
• Must be a student with at least 40% disability
• Must be enrolled as a regular student in a government or recognized institution
• Family’s annual income should not exceed ₹2,00,000
• Must have passed the previous academic year
• Should not be availing any other scholarship or financial aid from state government or private organizations
Application Process
Offline Mode
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Visit the District Office of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department
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Collect the application form from the staff designated for the scheme
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Fill the form and attach self-attested copies of required documents
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Submit the completed form to the District SJED Office
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Collect a receipt or acknowledgment with date, time, and submission ID for future reference
Documents Required
• Identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)
• Domicile Certificate of Rajasthan
• Disability Certificate (minimum 40%)
• Income Certificate
• Marksheet of the previous academic year
• Any other supporting document as required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is eligible for the scheme?
Students with 40% or more disability, residing in Rajasthan, studying in government-recognized institutions, and meeting the income criteria. - What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides scholarships and tuition fee reimbursement. - What if I fail in an academic year?
The student must pass the previous academic year to be eligible. - Can students from private institutions apply?
No, only students from government or recognized institutions are eligible. - Is there any reservation or relaxation for specific categories?
No additional reservation or relaxation is specified beyond the disability criterion. - Is there an income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the applicant’s family income should not exceed ₹2,00,000 per annum. - Can I apply online for this scheme?
No, the application process is offline. - Where can I apply for the scheme?
The applicant can apply at the District Social Justice & Empowerment Office in your district - What documents are needed to apply?
Need a domicile certificate, disability certificate, income certificate, marksheet of previous exam, etc. - Can student avail of other government schemes?
No, students receiving any other scholarship from the state government or an NGO/trust are not eligible.