Assam Mukhyamantri Nijut Moina Scheme 2.0

Summary of the Scheme
Name of Scheme	Assam Mukhyamantrir Nijut Moina Aasoni Scheme (MMNMA)
Benefits	Monthly financial assistance of up to ₹2,500.
Beneficiary	Eligible girl students domiciled in Assam.
Nodal Agency	Higher Education Department, Government of Assam.
Subscription	Subscribe here to get Update Regarding Scheme
Mode of Apply	Through the offline application form.

Assam Mukhyamantri Nijut Moina Scheme 2.0: Up to ₹2,500 a Month for Girl Students

Assam’s Mukhyamantrir Nijut Moina Aasoni (MMNMA) gives girl students a monthly cash incentive to keep studying after matriculation. Payments range from ₹800 to ₹2,500 a month, depending on the level of study, and go directly to the student’s bank account.

What is the scheme?

The scheme encourages girls to continue their education beyond matriculation. It aims to raise girls’ enrolment in higher education, improve the state’s Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER), reduce dropouts and help end child marriage. The Government announced it in the Assam Budget 2024-25 as an admission incentive for Higher Secondary, Undergraduate and Postgraduate students.

According to the source, it has benefited more than 6 lakh girls, and child marriage in the state has fallen by around 80%.

Latest update: The first October 2026 instalment was released on 15 October 2026. Reports say 4,39,598 girl students will benefit in 2026-27, with ₹48.22 crore earmarked for that instalment. The Chief Minister has also announced plans to expand the scheme to more universities and to include girls pursuing ANM, GNM and B.Sc. Nursing. Watch for official notifications from the Higher Education Department.

Scheme at a glance

How much do you get?

Assistance is paid for a maximum of 10 months in an academic year.

Nothing is paid during June, July, summer vacation, winter break or any other period the Government notifies.

Which courses and institutions are covered?

Courses

• Higher Secondary (Class XI and XII)
• Undergraduate courses such as B.A., B.Sc., B.Com. and ITEP
• Postgraduate courses such as M.A., M.Sc., M.Com. and B.Ed.
• Self-financed and professional courses offered by eligible Government institutions
• Polytechnic courses in Government Polytechnic Institutions

Institutions

• Government Higher Secondary Schools
• Government and Government-aided higher educational institutions
• Central Universities approved under the scheme
• Approved Venture Educational Institutions
• Government Polytechnic Institutions

Students in private institutions are not eligible.

Who is eligible?

1. You must be a domiciled resident of Assam.
2. You must be a regular student in an eligible institution and course.
3. You need a valid Aadhaar number and an Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
4. You must follow your institution’s rules and maintain discipline.
5. You must have enrolled for the final examinations of the previous academic year.
6. Existing beneficiaries need at least 70% attendance in the previous academic year.
7. Married students are eligible only if they are in Postgraduate or B.Ed. programmes.

Who is not eligible?

• Students in private educational institutions
• Married students, except in Postgraduate or B.Ed. programmes
• In-service girl students admitted to B.Ed. on deputation
• Daughters of Ministers, MPs and MLAs
• Students who receive a scooter under the Dr. Banikanta Kakati Merit Award. If you opt out of the scooter, you can apply. This restriction doesn’t apply to Postgraduate students.
• Postgraduate students receiving benefits under the Chief Minister’s Jibon Prerana Scheme
• Students who didn’t appear in the previous year’s final examination
• Existing beneficiaries below 70% attendance
• Students involved in misconduct such as ragging, cheating or vandalism, whose benefit may be withdrawn

Important change from 2027-28

From the 2027-28 academic session, students cannot receive both the Fee Waiver Scheme and Nijut Moina Aasoni at the same time. You will have to choose one.

Documents required

Your institution may ask for more or fewer, but generally:

• Duly filled application form
• Aadhaar card
• Aadhaar-seeded (DBT-enabled) bank account details
• Signed consent and declaration form
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Admission receipt or proof of enrolment
• Educational qualification or previous mark sheet
• Residence proof, if required
• Marriage certificate, only for married PG/B.Ed. applicants
• Any other document your institution or the Department asks for

How to apply

1. Collect the application form from your institution. Separate forms exist for HS, UG, PG and B.Ed.
2. Fill it in with correct and complete personal and academic details.
3. Provide your Aadhaar number and Aadhaar-seeded bank account details.
4. Complete and sign the consent and declaration form.
5. Submit the form to your institution.
6. The Head of the Institution collects and verifies the forms and submits eligible student data through the institution’s portal.
7. Eligible students receive the money by monthly DBT in their Aadhaar-seeded accounts.

Existing beneficiaries must submit the prescribed form again to continue and must meet the conditions above.

Related scheme

The Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Aasoni supports male students from economically weaker families in specified UG and PG courses. It has separate eligibility conditions and a different beneficiary group.

Need help?

• Helpdesk: dhe-asm@nic.in
• Office: Director of Higher Education, Assam, Kahilipara, Guwahati-19

Frequently asked questions

How much does the scheme pay?
₹800 (Higher Secondary), ₹1,250 (UG) or ₹2,500 (PG) per month for up to 10 months a year.

Is there an income limit?
No. It is open irrespective of caste or economic status.

Can students in private institutions apply?
No.

Can married students apply?
Only those in Postgraduate or B.Ed. programmes.

Will I get money all year?
No. Payments cover a maximum of 10 months, and none are made in June, July or during vacations.

Do existing beneficiaries need to apply again?
Yes. They must submit the prescribed form for continuation and meet the conditions.