- The scheme covers meritorious government college students and Haryana-domiciled CBSE toppers.
- Government college toppers receive ₹2,000–₹5,000 annually based on rank.
- CBSE toppers receive annual fee support up to ₹25,000 for Classes 11–12 and ₹1 lakh for graduation.
- Department of Higher Education, Haryana Helpline Number: 0172-2567422
- Department of Higher Education, Haryana Helpdesk Email: cru-sec.he@hry.gov.in
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Summary of the Scheme
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| Name of Scheme | Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme |
| Benefits | Annual merit incentive of ₹2,000–₹5,000 for College Students Annual fee reimbursement up to ₹1 lakh for CBSE Toppers |
| Beneficiary | Meritorious Government College Students Haryana Domicile CBSE State Toppers |
| Nodal Agency | |
| Subscription | Subscribe here to get Update Regarding Scheme |
| Mode of Apply | Online through the Har-Chhatravratti portal |
Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme: Cash Awards for College Toppers and Fee Support for CBSE Toppers
Haryana rewards academic excellence in two ways. Government college students who finish first, second or third in their stream get an annual cash incentive of ₹2,000 to ₹5,000. Haryana-domiciled CBSE state toppers get their actual fees reimbursed, up to ₹25,000 a year for Classes 11-12 and up to ₹1 lakh a year for graduation. Neither version has a family income limit.
Applications are open. The 2026-27 window is live on the Har-Chhatravratti portal, and the last date is 31 December 2026. The portal carries a notice dated 17 September 2026. You need a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) Family ID to register, so get that sorted before you start.
What is the scheme?
The Department of Higher Education, Haryana, runs the scheme to promote academic excellence by rewarding students for outstanding results. It comes in two separate versions, both applied for on the Har-Chhatravratti portal:
- Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme, for students of government colleges
- Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme (CBSE), for Haryana-domiciled students who top the state in the CBSE Class 10 and Class 12 exams
The money is paid by Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after approval from the higher authority, as provided from the 2021-22 session onwards.
Scheme at a glance
| Benefit | ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 a year (college toppers); fee reimbursement up to ₹25,000 or ₹1 lakh a year (CBSE toppers) |
| Who can apply | Government college toppers; Haryana-domicile CBSE state toppers |
| Income limit | None |
| Nodal agency | Department of Higher Education, Haryana |
| Mode of application | Online, via the Har-Chhatravratti portal or mobile app |
| Last date (2026-27) | 31 December 2026 |
| Helpline | 0172-2567422 |
Version 1: Government college students
What you get
| Position in your stream | Annual incentive |
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| First | ₹5,000 |
| Second | ₹3,000 |
| Third | ₹2,000 |
- Streams covered: Arts, Commerce, Science (Medical and Non-Medical) and Education, at UG and PG levels
- Separate merit lists for general category boys, general category girls and SC students
- SC students who qualify on the general merit list are considered there, and can also get an additional SC-category award on merit
- You can hold another scholarship or stipend alongside this incentive
Who is eligible?
- You must study in a government college in Haryana.
- You must pursue a general UG or PG course in Arts, Commerce, Science (Medical or Non-Medical) or Education.
- You must secure first, second or third position in the annual university examination in your stream of the college.
- Selection is strictly on merit.
- Not eligible: students of private colleges, correspondence courses or open universities.
Documents
- PPP Family ID (mandatory for registration)
- Aadhaar card
- Photograph and signature
- Haryana domicile certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 certificates
- Certificate of the last examination passed (not for first-year students)
- Fee receipt
- Caste certificate (SC students)
Version 2: CBSE state toppers
What you get
The government pays the actual school or college fee, up to these limits, for one boy and one girl topper at each level every year:
| Topper | Support |
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| Class 10 topper, for Classes 11-12 | Actual annual fee, up to ₹25,000 a year |
| Class 10 topper, for graduation | Actual annual fee, up to ₹1 lakh a year, until graduation is complete |
| Class 12 topper, for graduation | Actual annual fee, up to ₹1 lakh a year, until the degree is complete, in any stream |
If two or more students have equal top marks, all of them receive the award.
Who is eligible?
- You must be a domicile of Haryana.
- You must be the state-level first-position holder (one boy and one girl) in the CBSE Class 10 or Class 12 annual exam.
- Your school must be situated in Haryana.
- You must continue higher studies as a regular student.
- Class 10: you must score 92% or more in English, Science & Technology, Maths, Social Science plus the best of the remaining subjects.
- Class 12: you must score 90% or more in English plus the best four remaining subjects (Science, Commerce or Humanities).
- Vocational course students are not eligible.
- Failed or compartment students won’t be considered for this award in the future.
One important catch: CBSE award holders cannot take any other scholarship or stipend from the State Government or any other source. This is the opposite of the college version, so weigh it up if you receive other aid.
How CBSE toppers apply
Class 10 and Class 12 toppers meeting the marks above apply through their school principal after the CBSE results, as well as on the portal.
Documents
- PPP Family ID
- Aadhaar card and Aadhaar-seeded bank account details
- CBSE Class 10 or Class 12 marksheet
- Haryana domicile certificate
- Fee receipts of the school or college
How to apply
On the web portal
- Open the Har-Chhatravratti portal.
- Click Student Registration under the Student tab.
- New students register with their PPP Family ID. Existing users log in.
- Fill in your personal, academic and bank details.
- Select the correct scheme: Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme (college students) or Haryana State Meritorious Incentives Scheme (CBSE) (CBSE toppers).
- Upload the documents in the prescribed format.
- Review everything and submit.
- Check your Aadhaar-bank seeding status on the portal so the DBT payment isn’t delayed.
- Log in anytime to track your application.
On the mobile app
- Download the Har Chhatravratti app from the Google Play Store.
- Register or log in with your PPP Family ID and verify with OTP.
- Fill in your details, select the right scheme, upload documents and submit.
- Track your status in the app.
Key dates
The portal notice on the opening of applications is dated 17 September 2026. The last date to apply is 31 December 2026. Apply well before that to avoid last-minute problems.
Rules to remember
- The government can change these rules at any time.
- The college incentive isn’t available to private college, correspondence or open university students.
- The CBSE award covers the fee you actually pay each year, up to the stated cap, until you complete graduation.
Other Haryana scholarships
- Dr. Ambedkar Medhavi Chhatar Sanshodhit Yojana: ₹8,000 to ₹12,000 a year for meritorious SC/BC students
- Haryana Nirman Kamgar Medhavi Chhatra Protsahan Rashi Yojana: ₹21,000 to ₹51,000 for children of registered construction workers
Need help?
- Helpline: 0172-2567422
- Email: cru-sec.he@hry.gov.in
- Websites: Department of Higher Education, Haryana, and the Har-Chhatravratti portal
- Guidelines: published separately for the college version and the CBSE version
Frequently asked questions
How many versions does the scheme have?
Two: one for government college students and one for CBSE state toppers.
How much do government college students get?
₹5,000 for first position, ₹3,000 for second and ₹2,000 for third, every year.
How much do CBSE toppers get?
The actual fee paid, up to ₹25,000 a year for Classes 11-12 and up to ₹1 lakh a year for graduation.
Is there an income limit?
No, for neither version.
Can I hold another scholarship?
College students can. CBSE award holders cannot.
How is the money paid?
By DBT after approval from the higher authority.
Are there separate merit lists for SC students?
Yes. There are separate lists for general boys, general girls and SC students.
Is the application online?
Yes, through the Har-Chhatravratti portal or app.
What is the last date for 2026-27?
31 December 2026.