Incentive Scheme for Meritorious Students of Economically Backward Class of General Category

Description
The "Incentive Scheme for Meritorious Students of Economically Backward Class of General Category" was launched by the Education Department, Government of Rajasthan. Under this scheme, a one-time financial assistance of ₹15,000/- along with a certificate of appreciation is awarded to the top 100 meritorious students of Class 10 and each stream Science, Commerce, Arts of Class 12, who are listed in the state-level merit list of the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education RBSE , Ajmer. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Secondary Education, Rajasthan, Bikaner.

Benefits
• > **Financial Assistance:**
• One-time financial assistance of ₹15,000/- is provided to economically backward students from the general category studying in government and private schools.
• > **Certificate of Appreciation:**
• An official certificate is awarded along with the monetary benefit.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should be a student.
3. The applicant should belong to the economically backward class from the general category.
4. The applicant should be studying in a government or private school.
5. The applicant should have passed Class 10th, Praveshika, Class 12th (Science/Commerce/Arts), or Varishta Upadhyay examination conducted by Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE), Ajmer. 1. The applicant should have secured a minimum of 75% marks in the qualifying examination.
6. The applicant’s parents’ combined annual income from all sources should be less than ₹2,50,000.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card or Jan Aadhaar Card of the Student
• Marksheet Copy
• Income Certificate /EWS certificate
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who implements the scheme?
A: The Directorate of Secondary Education, Rajasthan, Bikaner.
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Q: How much financial benefit is provided under the scheme?
A: A one-time financial assistance of ₹15,000/-.

Q: What additional benefit is provided apart from the cash incentive?
A: A certificate of appreciation.

Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: General category students with 75% or above marks and parental income below ₹2,50,000/- per annum.

Q: Which classes' students are eligible for the scheme?
A: Students of Class 10th, Praveshika, Class 12th (Science, Commerce, Arts), and Varishta Upadhyay.

Q: How many students benefit each year?
A: A total of 400 students annually.

Q: What is the minimum percentage required for eligibility?
A: At least 75% marks in the qualifying examination.

Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: Aadhaar/Jan Aadhaar Card, Marksheet, and Income Certificate.

Q: How can a student apply for this scheme?
A: Through their school Principal via online application.

Q: Who verifies and forwards the applications?
A: The concerned District Education Officer (Primary/Secondary Education).

Q: When is the amount disbursed?
A: After verification of merit and eligibility.

Q: Is this benefit provided every year?
A: The benefit is given only once for each qualifying examination.