About this education scheme
The scheme aims to promote higher and technical education among transgender individuals by providing financial assistance for their educational expenses. Under this scheme, transgender students receive a refund of their school, college, higher, or technical education fees.
The "Transgender Utthan Kosh – College/Higher/Technical Educational Fees Refund for Transgender Students" scheme was introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan. It aims to promote higher and technical education among transgender individuals by providing financial assistance for their educational expenses. Under this scheme, transgender students receive a refund of their school, college, higher, or technical education fees.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Transgender Utthan Kosh – College/Higher/Technical Educational Fees Refund for Transgender Students (TUK-CHTERTS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Rajasthan |
| Official portal | sje.rajasthan.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 8 lakh per year |
| Age | 18 to 45 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Transgender
- 🎂Age 18 to 45 years
- 💰Income Rs. 8 lakh tak
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Educational Fee Refund:
- Full reimbursement of prescribed fees is provided for transgender students enrolled in schools, colleges, or technical institutes pursuing higher or technical education.
Direct Bank Transfer:
- The amount is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account after verification.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should belong to the transgender community.
- The applicant should be pursuing a higher or technical course.
- The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized school, college, or technical education institute in Rajasthan.
- The applicant’s family annual income should not exceed Rs. 8,00,000/-.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Submission:
- The applicant must fill out the scholarship application form and attach the required documents.
- Submit the complete application form to the head of the educational institution.
Institutional Verification:
- The head of the educational 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.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the scheme?
The transgender student residing in Rajasthan and enrolled in a recognized educational institution.
What expenses are covered under this scheme?
Examination fees for primary, higher, and technical education.
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the applicant’s family income should not exceed Rs. 8,00,000 per annum.
How will the refund be processed?
After verification, the amount will be transferred to the applicant’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
How long does it take for the refund to be processed?
The district office will complete the verification within one month of application submission.
Can students from outside Rajasthan apply?
No, only Rajasthan residents are eligible.
Is there a minimum academic requirement?
Yes, the applicant must have passed the previous academic year with a minimum qualifying score.
Whom can I contact for assistance?
Contact your educational institution or the district office of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department.
What documents are required for application?
Transgender identity certificate, enrollment proof, previous year marksheet, Aadhaar, income certificate, domicile proof, and bank passbook.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Submit the application through your educational institution, which will forward it to the district Social Justice and Empowerment office.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Scheme Details jansoochna.rajasthan.gov.in
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