Transgender Utthan Kosh - Post Matric Scholarship for Studying Transgender
About this scheme
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.
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should belong to the transgender community.
- The applicant should be studying at the post-matric level.
- The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized school/college in Rajasthan.
- The applicant’s family annual income should not exceed ₹8,00,000/-.
How to Apply
Offline
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.
Documents Required
- 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
- Who is eligible for this scholarship?
Transgender students who are residents of Rajasthan and enrolled in post-matric education.
- What is the financial assistance provided?
A monthly scholarship of [?]1,000/- for 10 months.
- Can students from other states apply?
No, only residents of Rajasthan are eligible.
- How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
Through Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) to the applicant's account.
- Is this scholarship available for all courses?
Yes, as long as the course is post-matric and recognized.
- Can students apply online?
Currently, the application process is offline through the school/institution.
- When will I receive the scholarship amount?
Within one month of application approval.
- Is there any reservation or preference?
No specific reservations, but all eligible transgender students are encouraged to apply.
- How can I apply for the scholarship?
Submit the application to your institution, which will forward it to the district office.
- What documents are required for the application?
Transgender Identity Card, enrollment certificate, previous year marksheet, Aadhaar card, income certificate, domicile proof, and bank details.
- Can the scholarship be renewed annually?
Yes, subject to continued eligibility and academic progress.
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