Aapki Beti Yojana

Description
The "Aapki Beti Yojana" scheme was launched by the School Education Department, Government of Rajasthan, to support girls in continuing their education in government schools from Class 1 to 12. Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,100/- per year is provided to girls studying in Class 1 to 8 in government schools who belong to families living below the poverty line BPL and whose one or both parents have passed away. For girls studying in Class 9 to 12, the assistance is ₹2,500/- per year. The scheme is implemented by the Rajasthan Balika Shiksha Foundation.

Benefits
• ₹2,100/- per annum for girl students in classes 1st to 8th.
• ₹2,500/- per annum for girl students in classes 9th to 12th.
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the bank account linked with Jan Aadhaar of the family head or the girl child.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should be a girl student
3. The applicant should be studying in a government school in Rajasthan.
4. The applicant should be studying in classes 1st to 12th.1. The applicant’s family should fall under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
5. The applicant should have lost either one parent (single parent) or both parents.

Application Process
Step 1: Data Entry on Shala Darpan Portal:
School authorities log in through the Shala Darpan School Login.
Navigate to the "Student" tab and fill required details in Form-9.
Category Selection for Eligible Girls:
Under the “Mandatory Student Information …
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Data Entry on Shala Darpan Portal:
School authorities log in through the Shala Darpan School Login.
Navigate to the "Student" tab and fill required details in Form-9.
Category Selection for Eligible Girls:
Under the “Mandatory Student Information for Beneficiary Schemes” section, select class-wise eligible girls under “BPL” and “Orphan/Single Parent” categories.
Beneficiary Approval:
Visit the Beneficiary Scheme Portal through School Login.
Select the appropriate scheme and approve and lock the displayed list of eligible girls.
Verification by District Education Officer (DEO):
Locked data is reflected on the DEO (primary/secondary) office login.
DEO completes final verification using OTP-based approval.
Jan Aadhaar Verification:
Before submission, ensure that the girl’s Jan Aadhaar is verified on the Shala Darpan Portal, as funds are transferred via DBT.

Required Documents
• Passport size photo of the applicant
• Identity proof of applicant
• Educational Certificates
• BPL Certificate
• Death Certificate of Parent(s)
• Jan Aadhaar Card of Family Head or the Girl
• Bank Account Passbook linked with Jan Aadhaar
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?
A: Girls from BPL families studying in government schools (classes 1st to 12th) who have lost one or both parents are eligible.

Q: What is the amount of financial aid provided?
A: ₹2,100 for classes 1st to 8th and ₹2,500 for classes 9th to 12th annually.

Q: How is the amount disbursed?
A: The amount is transferred directly to the Jan Aadhaar-linked bank account of the family head or the girl.

Q: Do students studying in private schools qualify for this scheme?
A: No, only students studying in government schools are eligible.

Q: Is re-application required every year?
A: Yes, the application must be submitted each academic year.

Q: Can a student with an unverified Jan Aadhaar apply?
A: No, Jan Aadhaar must be verified for the application to be processed.

Q: How does the school submit data on the portal?
A: Schools use Shala Darpan Login and follow the structured steps to submit Form-9 and approve beneficiaries.

Q: What is the role of the Beneficiary Scheme Portal?
A: It is used for viewing, approving, locking, and submitting the beneficiary list.

Q: Is a death certificate mandatory?
A: Yes, the death certificate of the deceased parent(s) is required.
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Q: Can Jan Aadhaar be in the name of the girl herself?
A: Yes, the Jan Aadhaar can be in the name of the girl or the family head.