The Incentive for Girls scheme is an initiative launched by the Rajasthan State Government to provide financial support to female students pursuing education in agriculture-related fields. This scheme is designed to encourage and empower girls to continue their education in agricultural studies at various levels, from senior secondary to Ph.D. It helps ease the financial burden on families and promotes higher education among girls in Rajasthan.
Objective
The Incentive for Girls scheme aims to:
- Provide financial assistance to girl students in Rajasthan who are pursuing studies in agriculture-related fields.
- Encourage girls to continue their education and pursue higher studies in agriculture, a key sector for Rajasthan’s economy.
- Support girls in their academic journey to empower them with the knowledge and skills needed for sustainable agricultural development.
Benefits
The financial assistance provided under the scheme is as follows:
- Senior Secondary (Agriculture Subjects):
- ₹15,000 per annum for girls studying agriculture subjects in 11th and 12th classes.
- Undergraduate (Agriculture-related courses):
- ₹25,000 per annum for girls pursuing agricultural graduate education in fields like Horticulture, Dairy, Agricultural Engineering, Food Processing, and at Shri Karan Narendra Business Management College, Jobner (for 4-5 year courses).
- Postgraduate (M.Sc. Agriculture):
- ₹25,000 per annum for girls pursuing a 2-year M.Sc. Agriculture course.
- PhD in Agriculture:
- ₹40,000 per annum for girls pursuing a maximum of 3 years Ph.D. in agriculture.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Incentive for Girls scheme, the following conditions must be met:
- Native of Rajasthan: The student must be a resident of Rajasthan.
- Recognized Educational Institutions: The school, college, or university where the student is enrolled must be recognized by the state government or central government.
- No Failure in Previous Year: The student should not have failed in the previous year.
- Continuity in Education: The incentive amount is not payable to students who leave school, college, or university in the middle of the academic session.
Application Process
The application process for the Incentive for Girls scheme is entirely online.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the Official Portal:
Visit the official portal for the Incentive for Girls scheme. - Login:
- Option 1: You can log in using your Jan-Aadhaar ID.
- Option 2: Alternatively, you can log in with your SSO ID on the SSO portal.
- Fill the Application Form:
Once logged in, fill out the application form with your personal and educational details. - Attach Required Documents:
Attach all necessary documents as outlined below. - Submit the Application:
After filling out the form and uploading the documents, submit your application online.
Documents Required
To apply for the Incentive for Girls scheme, the following documents must be submitted:
- Jan-Aadhaar: The Jan-Aadhaar ID of the applicant.
- Applicant Photograph: A recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant.
- Age and Address Proof: Proof of the applicant’s age and residential address.
- Educational Qualification Documents:
- Copy of the Education Qualification Marksheet/Certificate (e.g., certificate from the Head of Department).
- Copy of the Final Examination Marksheet/Certificate.
- Bank Passbook: A copy of the bank passbook of the student for direct transfer of the incentive amount.
Conclusion
The Incentive for Girls scheme provides much-needed financial assistance to female students in Rajasthan who are pursuing agriculture-related education. The scheme aims to promote higher education for girls in the agricultural sector, a critical field for the state’s growth and sustainability. With financial support at multiple educational levels, this initiative encourages girls to pursue agricultural studies and contributes to building a more gender-inclusive agricultural workforce. Eligible students should ensure they meet all the criteria and submit their applications within the given timeframe to benefit from this scheme.