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Urdu Scholarship- Rajasthan

The scheme aims to promote the Urdu language among female students at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Under this scheme, a monthly scholarship is provided to undergraduate and postgraduate students who are studying Urdu as an optional subject.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Rajasthan

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- A monthly scholarship of ₹100/- for students studying Urdu at the undergraduate level. | - A monthly scholarship of ₹150/- for students studying Urdu at the postgraduate level.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.; At graduation level, only female students are eligible.; At post-graduation level, both male and female students are eligible.; The applicant should be studying Urdu as an optional subject at the graduation or post-graduation level.; For graduation level applicants, a minimum of 50% marks in the previous qualifying examination is required.; For post-graduation level applicants, the student should have passed graduation/post-graduation with at least second division.; It is mandatory to study Urdu as a subject to receive the scholarship.; The scholarship is applicable only for those who are regularly enrolled in recognized colleges/universities.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the Urdu Scholarship?

The scholarship is payable only to girl students at the graduation level and to both male and female students at the post-graduation level, provided they are studying Urdu as an optional subject.

What is the amount of the scholarship?

The scholarship amount is ₹100/- per month for degree-level students and ₹150/- per month for postgraduate students.

Is it mandatory to study Urdu to receive the scholarship?

Yes, studying Urdu as an optional subject is mandatory for all applicants at both graduation and post-graduation levels.

Is there any minimum academic requirement?

Yes, the applicant must secure at least 50% marks and pass in second division.

Can a student receiving another government scholarship apply?

No, students receiving any other government scholarship are not eligible.

Is the scholarship renewed automatically every year?

No, students must apply for renewal and meet academic requirements.

Is there any income limit to apply for the scholarship?

Yes, students are required to submit an income affidavit certified by a First Class Magistrate or a Notary Public.

Can a student from another state apply?

No, only native residents of Rajasthan are eligible.

Can a student apply for the scholarship in the second or third year of study?

Yes, if the student was sanctioned the scholarship in the previous year and fulfills the renewal criteria.

What happens if I fail to secure 50% marks?

The applicant will not be eligible for renewal.

What are the conditions for renewal of the scholarship?

Only those who received the scholarship last year and secured at least 50% marks with a second division pass are eligible for renewal.