To uplift bright students from economically weaker backgrounds and support higher education accessibility, the Government of Rajasthan has introduced the Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship Scheme 2025. This scholarship is exclusively designed for meritorious Class 12 pass-outs and students with disabilities, offering financial assistance up to ₹10,000 annually.
With a strong focus on educational empowerment and inclusion, the scheme targets the first one lakh students based on merit and income criteria. Let’s explore how you can benefit from this initiative.
Key Highlights
• Scheme Name: Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship Scheme 2025
• Launched by: Higher Education Department, Government of Rajasthan
• Mode of Application: Online via SSO Rajasthan Portal
• Target Beneficiaries: Meritorious and disabled students from low-income families
• Financial Assistance: ₹5,000 – ₹10,000 per year
• Application Deadline: As notified by HTE Rajasthan each year
Benefits
• ₹500/month (up to ₹5,000/year) for eligible general students
• ₹1,000/month (up to ₹10,000/year) for students with 40% or more disability
• Scholarship provided for a maximum of 5 years for regular students
• Direct bank transfer (DBT) to students’ bank accounts
If a student discontinues studies, benefits will be provided only for the academic year last attended.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the scholarship, the student must:
• Be a native of Rajasthan
• Be a regular student in a government or recognized private higher or technical institute within Rajasthan
• Have passed Class 12 from the Rajasthan Board (RBSE) with a minimum of 60% marks
• Rank within the top one lakh students in the RBSE merit list of the current academic year
• Belong to a family with an annual income not exceeding ₹2,50,000
• Not receiving any other government scholarship
• Have a bank account, Jan Aadhaar Card (or Bhamashah Card), and a valid Aadhaar card
• For PwD students: Have a disability certificate showing ≥40% disability
Application Process (Online)
Step-by-Step Guide:
Registration:
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Visit the HTE Rajasthan Portal
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Click “Register/Login” on the homepage
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Under the ‘Citizen’ tab, choose registration using your Jan Aadhaar Number
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Complete registration to generate your SSO ID & password
Application Submission:
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Log in to the portal using your SSO ID and password
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Update your scholarship profile
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Select the Chief Minister Higher Education Scholarship Scheme
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Fill in the required details and upload documents
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Review the form and submit it online
The application will be verified by your institution before being sent to the District Nodal Officer.
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Jan Aadhaar Card / Registration Number
• Passport-size photograph
• 12th mark sheet (RBSE only)
• Income certificate (not older than the current financial year)
• Disability certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile certificate (Rajasthan)
• Admission proof in a higher/technical institution
• Valid bank passbook (first page copy)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is eligible for the scheme?
Students who are natives of Rajasthan, passed their 12th examination with at least 60% marks, are within the top one lakh of the merit list, have an annual family income of up to ₹2,50,000/-, and are not receiving any other scholarship. - How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
Eligible students receive ₹500 per month for up to 10 months, totaling ₹5,000 annually. Students with disabilities receive ₹1,000 per month for up to 10 months, totaling ₹10,000 annually. - Is there a maximum duration for receiving the scholarship?
Yes, the scholarship is available for a maximum of 5 years for regular students in higher educational institutions. If a student discontinues their studies before 5 years, benefits will be valid only for the previous year. - What are the eligibility criteria for disabled students?
Disabled students must have a disability of 40% or more. - Can students who are already receiving other scholarships apply for this scheme?
No, students who are receiving benefits from other scholarships or financial assistance schemes are not eligible. - How can students apply for the scholarship?
Students need to visit the Rajasthan Single Sign On Portal: https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/. - Is there any fee for applying for the scholarship?
No, there is no fee to apply for the scholarship. - Do students need to have a Jan Aadhaar Card (Bhamashah Card) to apply?
Yes, a Jan Aadhaar Card (Bhamashah Card) is required to complete the online application process. - What should students do if their educational institution is not listed on the SSO Portal?
Students should contact their institution to request its registration on the portal. - How will the application be verified?
The head of the institution will verify the information by matching the documents attached in the online application with the originals and forward the application to the district nodal officer. - What happens if there are deficiencies in the application?
If the application is rejected due to deficiencies, the student will be responsible for addressing the issues. - Can students apply for the scholarship if they are studying outside Rajasthan?
No, the scholarship is only available for students studying in government or recognized non-government higher or technical institutions within Rajasthan. - Are there any restrictions on the type of higher education institutions?
Yes, students must be enrolled in government or recognized non-government higher or technical institutions in Rajasthan. - Can students from other states apply for this scholarship?
No, only students who are natives of Rajasthan are eligible. - How can students check the status of their application?
Students can check the status of their application on the Rajasthan Single Sign On Portal. https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/signin.