Assam Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Scheme

Summary of the Scheme
Name of Scheme	Assam Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Scheme.
Launch Year	01-02-2026.
Benefits	Monthly financial incentive to students.
Beneficiary	UG and PG Students.
Subscription	Subscribe here to get Update Regarding Scheme
Mode of Apply	Through the Application Form of Babu Scheme.

Assam Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Scheme: Up to ₹20,000 a Year for Male UG and PG Students

Assam’s Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Aasoni gives male students from economically weaker families a monthly cash incentive so they can continue their higher education without financial pressure. Undergraduate students get ₹1,000 a month and postgraduate students get ₹2,000 a month.

What is the scheme?

The Higher Education Department introduced the scheme for the 2025-26 academic year. It complements the existing Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina Aasoni, which supports girl students, and aims to improve enrolment, retention and the Gross Enrolment Ratio among boys from vulnerable households.

It first covered only UG 1st Year and PG 1st Year students. It was later widened to include UG 2nd Year and PG 2nd Year students too.

Latest update: The Government of Assam released the October instalment on 15 October 2026. According to reports, 1,02,501 male students benefit from it, with ₹10.37 crore allocated. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has also announced plans to expand the scheme to more universities, so watch for official announcements from the Higher Education Department.

Scheme at a glance

Key benefits

• UG 1st and 2nd Year: ₹1,000 per month for up to 10 months, so up to ₹10,000 a year.
• PG 1st and 2nd Year: ₹2,000 per month for up to 10 months, so up to ₹20,000 a year.
• Direct bank transfer. The money goes through DBT to your Aadhaar-seeded bank account every month.
• No payment during breaks. The incentive isn’t paid during summer vacation or winter break, and the scheme is not effective in June and July, or any other month the Government decides.
• No arrears. Only regular monthly support is given, with no backdated amounts.

Who is eligible?

1. You must be a male student domiciled in Assam.
2. Your family’s annual income must be below ₹4 lakh.
3. You must be a regular student in a Government or Provincialised Higher Educational Institution in Assam.
4. You must be in UG or PG 1st or 2nd Year.
5. You must have been admitted under the Fee Waiver Scheme of the Government of Assam.
6. Existing beneficiaries need at least 70% attendance in the previous year to continue.
7. You must maintain regular attendance, academic discipline and follow your institution’s rules.

Who is not eligible?

• Students who are not male or not domiciled in Assam
• Families with annual income of ₹4 lakh or more
• Students not enrolled as regular students in a Government or Provincialised institution
• Students in courses or institutions outside the scheme’s coverage
• Married UG male students
• UG male students who opted for the Dr. Banikanta Kakati Merit Award (Scooter)
• PG students receiving benefits under the CM’s Jibon Prerana Scheme
• Students who didn’t enrol for the final examinations of the previous academic year
• Students who drop out, leave the institution or fail the conditions for continuing the benefit

Students who violate institutional rules, such as misconduct, cheating, ragging or vandalism, may have their benefits withdrawn.

Documents required

• Duly filled application form (UG or PG)
• Original Aadhaar card and a self-attested photocopy
• Signed consent and declaration form for Aadhaar-based DBT
• Valid proof of residence in Assam
• Annual family income certificate from a competent authority, or a valid ration card
• Proof of admission under the Fee Waiver Scheme
• Aadhaar-seeded bank account details, including account number and IFSC code
• Your mobile number and email address

How to apply

1. Collect the UG or PG application form from your college, or download it from the official links.
2. Fill in your personal, educational and bank details carefully.
3. Attach your Aadhaar card, income certificate or ration card, Fee Waiver admission proof and other documents.
4. Submit the form to your Registrar or Principal’s office.
5. Contact your college’s Nodal Officer if you need guidance.
6. The Registrar or Principal verifies your details and uploads them on the SAMARTH Portal.
7. Higher Education Department officials recheck the verified data.
8. Once approved, you receive the monthly incentive in your Aadhaar-seeded bank account.

Need help?

Write to the Assam Department of Higher Education at higheredn.assa@assam.gov.in, or talk to your college’s Nodal Officer.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a UG student get?
₹1,000 per month for up to 10 months, so up to ₹10,000 a year.

How much does a PG student get?
₹2,000 per month for up to 10 months, so up to ₹20,000 a year.

Are 2nd Year students eligible?
Yes. UG 2nd Year and PG 2nd Year students were added after the scheme was widened.

Is Fee Waiver Scheme admission required?
Yes, under the latest guideline.

Is there an attendance requirement?
Yes. Existing beneficiaries need at least 70% attendance in the previous year.

Will I get money in June and July?
No. The scheme is not effective in those months.

Can I keep getting the benefit after dropping out?
No.