Transgender Utthan Kosh - Post Matric Scholarship for Studying Transgender

Description
The "Transgender Utthan Kosh - Post Matric Scholarship for Studying Transgender" scheme was introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan. It aims to support transgender students pursuing post-matric education. Under this scheme, transgender students receive a monthly scholarship of ₹1,000/- to cover educational expenses for their post-matric studies.

Benefits
• Post-Matric Scholarship:
• Scholarship @ ₹1,000/- per month per student for 10 months.
• NOTE: The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should belong to the transgender community.
3. The applicant should be studying at the post-matric level.
4. The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized school/college in Rajasthan.
5. The applicant’s family annual income should not exceed ₹8,00,000/-.

Application Process
Step 1: Application Submission:
The applicant/parents/guardians must fill out the scholarship application form and attach the required documents.
Submit the complete application form to their school principal/institution.
Institutional Verification:
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Application Submission:
The applicant/parents/guardians must fill out the scholarship application form and attach the required documents.
Submit the complete application form to their school principal/institution.
Institutional Verification:
The school principal/institution verifies the application and forwards it to the Social Justice and Empowerment Department's district office.
Approval Process:
The district office verifies the documents and approves/rejects the application within one month.
Disbursement:
Upon approval, the scholarship amount is transferred to the applicant's bank account.

Required Documents
• Transgender Identity Certificate
• Certificate of Enrollment in a Recognized 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

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scholarship?
A: Transgender students who are residents of Rajasthan and enrolled in post-matric education.

Q: What is the financial assistance provided?
A: A monthly scholarship of [?]1,000/- for 10 months.

Q: Can students from other states apply?
A: No, only residents of Rajasthan are eligible.

Q: How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
A: Through Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) to the applicant's account.

Q: Is this scholarship available for all courses?
A: Yes, as long as the course is post-matric and recognized.

Q: Can students apply online?
A: Currently, the application process is offline through the school/institution.

Q: When will I receive the scholarship amount?
A: Within one month of application approval.

Q: Is there any reservation or preference?
A: No specific reservations, but all eligible transgender students are encouraged to apply.

Q: How can I apply for the scholarship?
A: Submit the application to your institution, which will forward it to the district office.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: Transgender Identity Card, enrollment certificate, previous year marksheet, Aadhaar card, income certificate, domicile proof, and bank details.

Q: Can the scholarship be renewed annually?
A: Yes, subject to continued eligibility and academic progress.