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Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship Scheme

RGSS

2026 โœ“๐Ÿ“š EducationLaunched: 2005๐ŸŒพ Haryana

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Published by Navin, Editor · First published: 15 Oct 2026

Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship Scheme
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About this education scheme

The scheme aims to encourage brilliant students and inculcate a spirit of competition among them. Under this scheme, scholarships/incentives are provided to meritorious students studying in Class VI to Class XII in government schools.

The scheme โ€œRajiv Gandhi Scholarship Schemeโ€ was introduced during the year 2005-2006 by the Department of Education, Government of Haryana under the Education Encouragement for Excellence (EEE) โ€“ Scholarships for High/Senior Secondary School Students. This scheme aims to encourage and reward brilliant students by providing incentives/scholarships, provided they have secured a first division in their previous class. Under this scheme, scholarships/incentives are awarded to students from Class VI to Class XII who secured the first position in their respective classes in the preceding academic year. One student from the boys' category and one from the girls' category in each school, from Class VI to Class XII, will be awarded the scholarship.

Objectives:

โ€ข To encourage brilliant students.

โ€ข To inculcate a spirit of competition among students to excel in studies.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameRajiv Gandhi Scholarship Scheme (RGSS)
Launched bySchool Education Department
Launch year2005
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState ยท Haryana
Official portalcdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Implementing agencyDepartment Of Education, Haryana
Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOffline
Last dateNot given in the official listing
DBT (direct bank transfer)Yes

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 10 to 18 years
  • ๐ŸŽ“Students only
  • ๐Ÿ“Offline

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

Scholarship Amount:

  1. Rs. 750/- per annum for middle-class students (Class VI to VIII).
  2. Rs. 1,000/- per annum for High and Senior Secondary students (Class IX to XII).

Who qualifies

  1. The applicant should be a student of a government school in Haryana.
  2. The applicant should be studying in Class VI to Class XII.
  3. The applicant should have secured the first position in the preceding class.
  4. The applicant should have obtained a first division in the preceding examination.

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Registration walkthrough

Offline

  • The scheme beneficiary does not require a separate application process.
  • Eligible students are selected automatically based on their academic performance.
  • The selection is done through school records, and the scholarship is awarded to students who secure the first position in their class with a first-division result.
  • The school authorities verify eligibility and forward the list of selected students to the Department of Education, Haryana, which then processes and directly transfers the scholarship amount to the student's bank account.

Note: The scheme beneficiary can contact your school administration or the Department of Education, Haryana for assistance.

Important dates

Launch / start01 Apr 2005

Frequently asked questions

What is the objective of scheme?

The objective of the scheme is to encourage brilliant students and to inculcate a spirit of competition among students to excel in studies.

Who is eligible for this scholarship?

Students studying in government schools in Haryana from Class VI to Class XII who secure the first position in their previous class with a first-division result are eligible.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student's bank account through a transparent and efficient disbursement process.

Is there any reservation or preference under this scheme?

One student from the boys' and girls' categories in every eligible school is awarded the scholarship.

What is the purpose of this scholarship?

The scholarship aims to support meritorious students financially and encourage them to excel academically without financial constraints.

Are there any exclusions for this scholarship?

Students who fail to secure the first position in their class or do not achieve a first division in their previous examination are not eligible.

Is there a specific application process for the scholarship?

The selection is based on school records, and the scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible students without requiring a separate application.

What should students do if they do not receive the scholarship amount?

Students should contact their school authorities or the Department of Education, Haryana, for assistance regarding the non-receipt of the scholarship amount.

Can students from all districts of Haryana apply for this scholarship?

Yes, the scheme is applicable across all government schools in Haryana.

Is there any specific deadline to apply for the scholarship?

No separate application is required as the selection is based on school records.

How does the government ensure transparency in the selection process?

The selection is based on verifiable school records and the scholarship amount is directly transferred to the studentโ€™s bank account.

Are there any performance requirements to continue receiving the scholarship?

Yes, students must continue to secure the first position in their class and achieve a first-division result each year to remain eligible.

Is the scholarship available for differently-abled students?

The scheme does not specify additional provisions for differently-abled students.

Can students studying in evening or open schools apply for this scholarship?

No, the scholarship is only for regular students enrolled in government schools in Haryana.

How can schools track the disbursement status of the scholarship?

Schools can coordinate with the Department of Education, Haryana, for updates on scholarship disbursement.

Is there an official website or helpline for further queries?

Students and parents can contact their school authorities or the Department of Education, Haryana, for assistance regarding the scheme.

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