Bicycle Distribution Scheme for Girl Students of Economically Weaker Section

Description
The "Bicycle Distribution Scheme" was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan, for girl students belonging to the Economically Weaker Section EWS of Rajasthan. Under this scheme, free bicycles will be distributed to 5,800 girl students from the EWS category, who are studying in government schools from Class 6 to Class 8, to facilitate their commute between home and school.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, free bicycles will be distributed to girl students from the EWS category.
• Number of beneficiaries:
• Total: 5,800 beneficiaries
• Number of Beneficiaries Class-wise:
• Class 6th: 1,933
• Class 7th: 1,933
• Class 8th: 1,934

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 Class 6, 7, or 8 in a government school in Rajasthan.
4. The applicant should belong to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category.
5. The annual income of the applicant’s parents/guardian should be less than ₹1,00,000/-.
6. The applicant should have secured at least 60% marks in the previous examination.
7. **Note:** Preference will be given based on merit (marks obtained).

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card or Jan Aadhaar Card of the Student
• EWS Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Marksheet
• Non-Judicial Affidavit
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Girl students of Classes 6 to 8 studying in government schools and belonging to EWS families.

Q: How many students benefit from this scheme?
A: A total of 5,800 girl students benefit—1,933 each from Classes 6 and 7, and 1,934 from Class 8.

Q: What benefit do students get under this scheme?
A: Eligible students receive a free bicycle.

Q: How often is the bicycle given?
A: It is a one-time benefit for the academic year.

Q: When was the scheme launched?
A: It was launched as part of the 2022-23 Budget Announcement (Announcement No. 55).

Q: Can private school students apply?
A: No, only students of government schools are eligible.

Q: How is selection done if applications exceed the quota?
A: Selection is based on merit and marks obtained.

Q: Is there any fee to apply?
A: No, the application and distribution are completely free.

Q: What is the mode of application?
A: The application is processed online by the school principal.

Q: What documents are needed?
A: Aadhaar/Jan Aadhaar, EWS Certificate, Income Certificate, Marksheet, and Affidavit.