Rajasthan extends deadline for 2026‑27 scholarship applications to December 31

The Rajasthan Social Justice and Empowerment Department has confirmed that the deadline for submitting applications for the 2026‑27 academic year scholarship programme will be extended from 31 October to 31 December 2026. The extension gives students and institutions additional time to complete the online registration process on the department’s scholarship portal.

How to Register Online

• Access the official scholarship portal (SGE portal) or use your SSO ID.
• Fill out the paper‑less registration form with personal, educational, and income details.
• Upload required documents: mark‑sheet, income certificate, caste certificate, residence proof, bank account details.
• If you are an educational provider, update course mapping, fee structure, and other institutional data on the portal.
• Submit the form before the new deadline of 31 December 2026.

Required Documents

• Latest academic transcripts or enrolment proof.
• Income certificate issued by a designated authority.
• Caste certificate (if applicable).
• Residence proof (ration card, Aadhaar, or local authority certificate).
• Bank account passbook with correct IFSC code.

Responsibilities for Educational Institutions

• Register or renew existing entries on the portal.
• Ensure course mapping aligns with the recognised curriculum.
• Update the fee structure as per the approved rates.
• Verify that all student data is accurate and complete before submission.
• Keep the portal credentials secure and share them only with authorised staff.

Eligibility and Benefits

• Open to economically weaker and meritorious students of Rajasthan.
• Covers tuition fees and other academic expenses for higher education.
• Aims to remove financial barriers so students can continue their studies without interruption.
• The scheme is administered by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department and is available to both government and privately recognised institutions.

Verification and Contact

• The extension notice was issued by Lalit Kumar, Director and Joint Secretary of the department.
• Applicants can check the official department website or the scholarship portal for the latest updates.
• For technical issues, contact the portal help‑desk or email the department’s designated support address.