📰 Scheme Guide · Assam 2025–26

Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina & Nijut Babu Aasoni — Complete Guide to Assam's Monthly Stipend Schemes for Girl & Boy Students

Higher Education Department, Assam Academic Year 2025–26 Updated March 2026

👩‍🎓 Nijut Moina Aasoni 2.0 For girl students · HS to PG level · No income limit · ₹1,000–₹2,500/month

👨‍🎓 Nijut Babu Aasoni For male students · UG & PG 1st year · Income below ₹4L/yr · ₹1,000–₹2,000/month

👫 Both Girls & Boys Two parallel stipend schemes

💰 ₹1,000–₹2,500/mo Direct to bank via DBT

🏛️ Govt Institutions Govt & aided colleges only

📅 10 Months/Year Aug–May · Jun–Jul excluded

What Are These Two Schemes?

The Government of Assam, under Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, has launched two complementary monthly financial assistance programmes for students in higher education — the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina Aasoni for girl students and the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Aasoni for male students. Together, these two schemes form one of the most significant education support initiatives in the history of Assam.

The goal of both schemes is the same — to reduce dropout rates, increase college enrolment, and make sure that financial hardship does not become a barrier to higher education for any student in Assam. The monthly stipend is transferred directly to the student's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, ensuring it reaches students without any delay or middleman.

Nijut Moina was first launched in 2024 and has been expanded as Nijut Moina 2.0 for the 2025–26 academic year, covering approximately 10 lakh girl students across the state. Nijut Babu was launched in February 2026 as the male counterpart, expected to benefit over 47,000 male students in its first year. Both schemes are implemented by the Higher Education Department of Assam.

💰 Monthly Stipend Amounts — Both Schemes at a Glance

Paid for 10 months per academic year (August to May) via DBT

👩‍🎓 Nijut Moina · Girls

Class 11 (HS 1st Year) ₹1,000/mo

UG 1st Year (BA/B.Sc/B.Com) ₹1,250/mo

PG 1st Year / B.Ed 1st Year ₹2,500/mo

Annual (HS level) ₹10,000

Annual (UG level) ₹12,500

Annual (PG level) ₹25,000

👨‍🎓 Nijut Babu · Boys

Class 11 (HS) Not applicable

UG 1st Year (BA/B.Sc/B.Com) ₹1,000/mo

PG 1st Year ₹2,000/mo

Annual (HS level) Not applicable

Annual (UG level) ₹10,000

Annual (PG level) ₹20,000

⚖️ Nijut Moina vs Nijut Babu — Full Comparison

Key differences between the two schemes side by side

Feature	👩‍🎓 Nijut Moina	👨‍🎓 Nijut Babu
Who can apply	Girl students domiciled in Assam	Male students domiciled in Assam
Levels covered	Class 11 (HS), UG 1st Year, PG 1st Year, B.Ed 1st Year	UG 1st Year & PG 1st Year only
Income limit	No income limit — open to all	Family income below ₹4 lakh/year
HS (Class 11) amount	₹1,000/month	Not applicable
UG 1st Year amount	₹1,250/month	₹1,000/month
PG 1st Year amount	₹2,500/month	₹2,000/month
Annual amount (UG)	₹12,500	₹10,000
Annual amount (PG)	₹25,000	₹20,000
Duration per year	10 months (Aug–May)	10 months (Aug–May)
Institutions covered	Govt & Venture (aided) schools/colleges	Govt & provincialized colleges only
Private institutions	Not eligible	Not eligible
Married students	Not eligible (except PG & B.Ed)	Not eligible at UG level
Politicians' children	Daughters of MPs/MLAs/Ministers not eligible	Not applicable (no such clause stated)
Scooter Award clash	Must opt out of Banikanta Kakati Award	Must opt out of Banikanta Kakati Award
Attendance required	Minimum 75% attendance mandatory	Regular attendance as per institution norms
Payment mode	DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account	DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account
Application mode	Offline — form from institution	Offline — form from institution
Renewal needed?	No — Principal submits continuity certificate	Scheme covers 1st year; renewal process TBC
Launch year	2024 (Version 2.0 launched August 2025)	February 2026
Estimated beneficiaries	~10 lakh girl students	~47,000 male students (1st year)

👩‍🎓 Nijut Moina — Who Is Eligible?

Eligibility conditions for girl students applying for the Nijut Moina Aasoni 2.0

✓ Must be a girl student permanently domiciled in Assam — native resident of the state.
✓ Enrolled in Class 11 (HS 1st Year), UG 1st Year, or PG / B.Ed 1st Year at a government or venture (aided) institution in Assam.
✓ No income limit — all girl students regardless of family income are eligible. Every girl who wants to study is supported.
✓ Must maintain a minimum 75% attendance and a clean discipline certificate issued by the institution.
✗ Married girl students are not eligible — except those enrolled in PG or B.Ed courses.
✗ Daughters of MPs, MLAs, and Ministers of the Assam Government are not eligible.
✗ Girls who have received a scooter under the Banikanta Kakati Award (Pragyan Bharati Scheme) are not eligible — unless they opt out of that award first.
✗ In-service girl teachers admitted to B.Ed on deputation are not eligible.
✗ Students enrolled in private institutions (unaided) are not covered under this scheme.

👨‍🎓 Nijut Babu — Who Is Eligible?

Eligibility conditions for male students applying for the Nijut Babu Aasoni

✓ Must be a male student permanently domiciled in Assam.
✓ Enrolled as a regular student in UG 1st Year or PG 1st Year at a government or provincialized institution in Assam.
✓ Family's annual income must be below ₹4 lakh per year — an income certificate from competent authority is required.
✗ Students in private or self-financed institutions are not eligible.
✗ Married undergraduate students are not eligible.
✗ Students already receiving the Banikanta Kakati Award (Scooter Scheme) cannot avail Nijut Babu without opting out first.
✗ PG students already availing the Chief Minister's Jibon Prerana Scheme cannot simultaneously receive Nijut Babu benefits.

📁 Documents Required — Both Schemes

Prepare these documents before submitting your application at your institution

🪪 Aadhaar Card

🖼️ Passport-size Photograph

🏦 Bank Account Details (Aadhaar-linked)

📜 Academic Marksheets / Certificates

📋 Income Certificate (Nijut Babu only)

📍 Address / Domicile Proof

🏷️ Caste Certificate (if applicable)

🎓 Admission / Enrolment Certificate

📝 How to Apply — Step-by-Step (Both Schemes)

The application process is identical for Nijut Moina and Nijut Babu — offline through your institution

Check Your Eligibility

Confirm you meet the basic conditions — enrolled in the right year level, studying in a government or aided institution in Assam, and (for Nijut Babu) family income below ₹4 lakh. Make sure none of the exclusion clauses apply to you.

Collect the Application Form from Your Institution

Application forms are available at your college or school office. For Nijut Moina, forms were distributed at all government and aided institutions from 6 August 2025 onwards. For Nijut Babu, forms are available from February 2026. Ask your Principal or Registrar directly.

Fill the Form and Attach Documents

Fill in all details carefully — name, Aadhaar number, bank account, academic details, and contact information. Any mismatch in the form may result in rejection. Attach all required supporting documents as listed above.

Submit to Your Institution's Nodal Officer

Submit your completed application to the designated Nodal Officer at your institution. The Nodal Officer is responsible for verifying your application and uploading the data to the Higher Education Department's portal.

Verification by Institution & Department

Your college or school verifies the submitted documents, confirms enrolment, and forwards the application to the Higher Education Department for final approval. No separate online application is needed — the institution handles the portal submission on your behalf.

Monthly Stipend Deposited Directly to Your Bank Account

Once approved, the monthly stipend is transferred directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT, from August to May (10 months). June and July are excluded. For Nijut Moina students — no fresh application is needed in subsequent years. Your Principal submits a continuity certificate on your behalf each year.

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Why This Matters for Students Across Assam and North-East India

For families across Assam — whether in Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur, Dhubri, Goalpara, or in remote districts — these two schemes directly address one of the most common reasons students stop studying after Class 12: the financial burden of college fees, daily expenses, and the pressure to earn early. A monthly stipend deposited straight to a student's bank account means parents and students have one fewer worry during the academic year. For students from other North-East states — from Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim — studying at a government college in Assam also makes them eligible, provided they are domiciled residents of the state. If you are eligible, apply through your institution as soon as the forms are available. Do not miss the window.

⚠️ Important Things to Know Before Applying

Nijut Moina covers Class 11, UG 1st Year, and PG/B.Ed 1st Year. Nijut Babu covers UG 1st Year and PG 1st Year only — not Class 11.
Nijut Moina has no income restriction. Nijut Babu requires family income below ₹4 lakh per year — an income certificate is mandatory.
Stipend is paid for 10 months per year only — June and July are excluded as vacation months for both schemes.
Your bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded and active for DBT credit — update your bank KYC well before applying.
For Nijut Moina, a minimum 75% attendance is compulsory. Misconduct or ragging can lead to cancellation of benefits.
Students receiving the Banikanta Kakati Award (scooter) must formally opt out before applying for either scheme.
PG students on the CM Jibon Prerana Scheme cannot simultaneously receive Nijut Babu benefits.
Both schemes cover government and aided/provincialized institutions only — private unaided colleges are excluded.
For Nijut Moina, second and third year renewal is automatic via a continuity certificate from the institution — no fresh application needed.

🔗 Official Government Links — Apply, Download Forms & Verify

All direct government portals — bookmarked and verified as official sources

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Nijut Babu — Official Application Forms (UG & PG) Boys

Download the official application forms for the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Aasoni from the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam.

directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in

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Nijut Moina — Official Scheme Guidelines Girls

Download the official final guidelines for the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina Aasoni 2024–25 from the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam.

directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in

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Directorate of Higher Education, Assam — Official Website Both

The nodal authority for all higher education schemes in Assam. All notifications, circulars, forms, and institution lists are published here.

directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in

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Higher Education Department — Government of Assam Both

The official government department page for all higher education policies, executive orders, and scheme announcements in Assam.

highereducation.assam.gov.in

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DHE Assam — Official NIC Email Helpdesk Both

Write to the Directorate of Higher Education for official queries, grievances, or clarifications on either scheme.

dhe-asm@nic.in

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Higher Education Department — Govt of Assam Email Both

Alternate official contact email for the Higher Education Department, Government of Assam for scheme-related queries.

higheredn.assa@assam.gov.in

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Government of Assam — Main Official Portal Both

The central portal for all Government of Assam departments, schemes, and citizen services. Navigate to any state government initiative from here.

assam.gov.in

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National Scholarship Portal — Government of India Both

India's central portal for national and state scholarships. Check for additional central government scholarships available alongside these state schemes.

scholarships.gov.in

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University Grants Commission (UGC) — Verify Your College Both

Verify that your institution is UGC-recognised — essential to ensure eligibility for government scholarship and stipend schemes including Nijut Moina and Nijut Babu.

ugc.gov.in

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Together, Nijut Moina and Nijut Babu represent one of Assam's most comprehensive steps towards making higher education financially accessible for every student. Whether you are a girl student in Class 11 or a first-year male student at a government college, there is a scheme designed specifically for you. Alongside these two initiatives, the Jibon Prerana scheme supports fresh graduates, and the National Scholarship Portal carries further central government opportunities — meaning students in Assam today have more financial support options than ever before. Gyan Sanchaar will continue to bring updated, verified information on schemes, scholarships, and college admissions to students and parents across Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim — so every student can make an informed decision about their future. For college admission guidance, visit Gyan Sanchaar and connect with an official counselor — free of charge.