Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan

Description
The "Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra" scheme was introduced by the Devasthan Department, Government of Rajasthan, on 1st April 2011. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial support to residents of Rajasthan who successfully complete the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000/- is granted to each pilgrim, with a maximum of 100 beneficiaries selected per year.

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Benefits
• ₹1,00,000 per selected pilgrim after completing the Yatra.
• Direct transfer to the beneficiary’s bank account via account payee cheque/demand draft, depending on departmental discretion.
• The Yatra must be completed through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
• The benefit is available only once in a lifetime.
• A maximum of 100 beneficiaries per year.
• Selection via lottery if applications exceed the quota.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should have successfully completed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
3. The applicant receives this grant only once in a lifetime.
4. **Note 1:** 100 pilgrims are selected each year. If there are more applicants than available slots, selection is done through a lottery system.
5. **Note 2:** After completing the trip, a certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs confirming the successful completion of the journey is required.

Application Process
Step 1: The printed application form with documents must be submitted within 2 months after completing the Yatra.
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The printed application form with documents must be submitted within 2 months after completing the Yatra.

Step 2: Step 1: Applications are verified by the Sub-Divisional Officer or Assistant Commissioner of the Devasthan Department.
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Step 1: Applications are verified by the Sub-Divisional Officer or Assistant Commissioner of the Devasthan Department.

Step 3: Step 2: Documents are matched with the originals, and a verification note is made.
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Step 2: Documents are matched with the originals, and a verification note is made.

Step 4: Step 3: Applications are forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner for approval within 15 days.
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Step 3: Applications are forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner for approval within 15 days.

Step 5: Step 4: Selection through a computerized lottery if applications exceed the annual quota.
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Step 4: Selection through a computerized lottery if applications exceed the annual quota.

Required Documents
• Certified copy of Rajasthan domicile certificate
• Certified copy of passport with permanent address
• Certified copy of visa stamps/seals related to the Yatra
• Certified copy of successful completion certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs
• Copy of Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Bhamashah Card
• Passport-size Photograph

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Permanent residents of Rajasthan who undertake the yatra via the Ministry of External Affairs and have not previously availed this assistance.

Q: What is the amount of financial assistance provided?
A: Financial assistance of ₹1,00,000 per selected pilgrim.

Q: How often can one avail this benefit?
A: Only once in a lifetime.

Q: What is the total beneficiary cap per year?
A: 100 pilgrims per year.

Q: How are pilgrims selected if more than 100 apply?
A: Through a computerized lottery (draw of lots).

Q: What is the deadline to apply for the grant after the Yatra?
A: Within 2 months of completing the journey.

Q: Where can I apply for the travel itself?
A: On the Government of India’s MEA portal: [https://kmy.gov.in](https://kmy.gov.in)

Q: Can I apply offline for the financial assistance?
A: Only if permitted by special instructions; otherwise, online is preferred.

Q: Can NRIs apply?
A: No, only Rajasthan permanent residents.

Q: How is the selection process conducted?
A: Applications are verified by the Block Officer and forwarded to the Assistant Commissioner, who finalizes the selection within 15 days.

Q: How is the assistance amount disbursed?
A: The amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary&#39;s bank account or issued via an account payee cheque/demand draft.

Q: Can I apply before completing the yatra?
A: No, applications are accepted only after the successful completion of the yatra.