Transgender Utthan Kosh 2026: ₹1,000 Monthly Scholarship for Post-Matric Transgender Students
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Quick answer
The Transgender Utthan Kosh offers a ₹1,000 monthly scholarship for 10 months to transgender students in Rajasthan studying post-matric. Eligible students must be residents of Rajasthan, enrolled in a recognised institution, and have a family income below ₹8 lakh. Apply offline by submitting the form and documents to your school, which forwards it to the district office.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹1,000 per month for 10 months |
| Ministry / department | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Level | State Government (Rajasthan) |
| For | Transgender persons |
| Income limit | ₹8 lakh |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Transgender Utthan Kosh is a state‑level scholarship scheme launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Rajasthan. It is designed to support transgender students who are pursuing post‑matric education. The scheme provides a monthly stipend of ₹1,000 for a period of ten months, directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account. To qualify, applicants must be residents of Rajasthan, belong to the transgender community, be enrolled in a recognised school or college, and have a family income not exceeding ₹8 lakh. The application process is conducted offline through the student’s institution, which verifies and forwards the application to the district office for approval.
Benefits
- Scholarship of ₹1,000 per month for 10 months
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a resident of Rajasthan.
- Applicant must belong to the transgender community.
- Applicant must be studying at the post‑matric level.
- Applicant must be enrolled in a recognised school/college in Rajasthan.
- Applicant’s family annual income must not exceed ₹8,00,000.
Documents required
- Transgender Identity Certificate
- Certificate of Enrollment in a Recognised Institution/School
- Previous Year’s Mark Sheet
- Aadhaar Card
- Parents/Guardians Income Certificate
- Domicile Certificate/Ration Card/Voter ID
- Bank Passbook Copy
- Any other documents as required
How to apply
- 1Fill the scholarship application form and attach the required documents.
- 2Submit the complete application to your school principal or institution.
- 3The school verifies the application and forwards it to the district office of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
- 4The district office verifies the documents and approves or rejects the application within one month.
- 5Upon approval, the scholarship amount is transferred to the applicant’s bank account.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scholarship?+
Transgender students who are residents of Rajasthan and enrolled in post-matric education.
What is the financial assistance provided?+
A monthly scholarship of ₹1,000 for 10 months.
Can students from other states apply?+
No, only residents of Rajasthan are eligible.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?+
Through Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) to the applicant's account.
Is this scholarship available for all courses?+
Yes, as long as the course is post-matric and recognised.
Can students apply online?+
Currently, the application process is offline through the school/institution.
When will I receive the scholarship amount?+
Within one month of application approval.
Is there any reservation or preference?+
No specific reservations, but all eligible transgender students are encouraged to apply.
How can I apply for the scholarship?+
Submit the application to your institution, which will forward it to the district office.
What documents are required for the application?+
Transgender Identity Card, enrollment certificate, previous year marksheet, Aadhaar card, income certificate, domicile proof, and bank details.
Can the scholarship be renewed annually?+
Yes, subject to continued eligibility and academic progress.
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