Need and Merit Scholarship 2026: Scholarship for Rajasthan Students
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Quick answer
The Need and Merit Scholarship provides monthly stipend and hostel allowance to Rajasthan students with 60%+ marks and family income ≤₹20,000. It is for those who have passed secondary/higher secondary and undergraduate exams in Rajasthan. Apply by downloading the form and submitting it to your college.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Stipend and hostel allowance |
| Ministry / department | Higher Education Department |
| Level | State Government (Rajasthan) |
| Income limit | ₹0.2 lakh |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Need and Merit Scholarship is a state‑level scheme launched by the Higher Education Department of Rajasthan to support meritorious and financially weak students who have passed the Secondary or Higher Secondary examinations. It offers monetary assistance in the form of a monthly stipend and a hostel allowance to help students continue their higher education in recognised institutions within the state. The scheme is available to students who meet the academic and income criteria and who are studying in a college located in Rajasthan.
Benefits
- Basic Scholarship: Monthly stipend ₹120 and hostel allowance ₹200
- Post‑Graduate Scholarship: Admission stipend ₹240 and hostel allowance ₹600
Who can apply (eligibility)
- The applicant must be a native resident of Rajasthan.
- The applicant must have passed the Secondary or Higher Secondary examinations conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, Ajmer, or the Upadhyay (Sanskrit) examination with 60% or more marks.
- The applicant must have passed the undergraduate examination from a college located in Rajasthan.
- The annual income of the applicant’s parents from all sources must not exceed ₹20,000/-.
Who cannot apply
- The student who is getting the scholarship will not be eligible for any other scholarship.
Documents required
- Certified Copy of Previous Examination Mark Sheet
- Recent Income Certificate
- Admission Certificate in the Prescribed Format (indicating the date of admission)
- Hostel Certificate (if residing in a hostel) mentioning admission date, residence date, room number, DD number, date, and amount of fee payment, signed by the warden and countersigned by the head of the institution
- Original Hostel Fee Receipt (signed by the institution head)
- Photocopy of Bank Statement (including student’s savings account number, bank name, address, and IFSC code)
How to apply
- 1Download the application form from the official website.
- 2Fill the form and submit it to your college.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this scheme?+
The main objective is to encourage students to continue their studies by providing scholarships based on merit and economic need.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?+
Students who are residents of Rajasthan and meet the academic and income criteria can apply.
Who implements this scheme?+
The scheme is implemented by the Higher Education Department, Government of Rajasthan.
What is the minimum percentage required for eligibility?+
The applicant must have secured at least 60% marks in the qualifying examination.
What is the maximum income limit to apply?+
The annual income of the applicant’s parents should not exceed ₹20,000 from all sources.
Can students receiving another scholarship apply for this scheme?+
No, students receiving any other scholarship are not eligible for this scheme.
Is the scholarship applicable for students studying outside Rajasthan?+
No, the applicant must be studying in a college located in Rajasthan.
How can students apply for this scholarship?+
Students can download the application form from the official website and submit it to their college.
What happens if there is a gap in the student’s studies?+
The scholarship will not be payable if there is any gap in regular studies.
Who verifies and forwards the application?+
The head of the institution verifies the application and forwards it to the Directorate in both hard and soft copy format.
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