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Nijut Moina Assam: Rs 10,000 to Rs 25,000 a year for girl students who stay in college

Nijut Moina pays girl students in Assam a monthly incentive for up to ten months a year. The amount depends on the course, from Class 11 to postgraduation. Here is who qualifies and how to apply.

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Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check.

At a glance
SchemeNijut Moina
DepartmentEducation Department, Government of Assam
BenefitRs 10,000 a year for Class 11, Rs 12,500 for Graduation First Year, Rs 25,000 for Postgraduation First Year
Who can applyUnmarried girl students who are permanent residents of Assam and enrolled in an eligible institution
How it is paidMonthly incentive paid through direct bank transfer for up to 10 months a year
Apply atnijutmoina.assam.gov.in, through your college or institution
Cost to applyFree

Key points

  • Class 11 students get Rs 1,000 a month, up to Rs 10,000 a year.
  • Graduation first year students get Rs 1,250 a month, up to Rs 12,500 a year.
  • Postgraduation first year students get Rs 2,500 a month, up to Rs 25,000 a year.
  • Attending college regularly is necessary to keep getting the money.

So what exactly does a student get?

The amount depends on the course the girl is studying in.

A girl in Class 11 gets Rs 1,000 per month, for a maximum of 10 months. That is Rs 10,000 in a year.

A girl in the first year of graduation gets Rs 1,250 per month, for a maximum of 10 months. That is Rs 12,500 in a year.

A girl in the first year of postgraduation gets Rs 2,500 per month, for a maximum of 10 months. That is Rs 25,000 in a year.

Nijut Moina: yearly amount by course
Class 11Rs 10,000
First year of graduationRs 12,500
First year of postgraduationRs 25,000

Rs per year

Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report

Amounts can change, so please confirm the current figures on the official site.

Who can apply, and who cannot?

The girl must be a permanent resident of Assam. This scheme is only for residents of Assam.

She must be enrolled in a government college or an educational institution that supports this scheme.

She must be unmarried. Married candidates are not eligible.

Daughters of MPs and MLAs cannot apply.

Students pursuing B.Ed are not eligible for this scheme.

Why was this scheme started, and what has changed?

Nijut Moina was introduced in 2024. The aim is to reduce child marriage and support girls' education in Assam.

The Education Department of the Assam government runs the scheme.

The government has said the scheme has helped reduce student dropouts.

Recently, the government has considered extending it to more universities and nursing courses from the next year.

What documents should you keep ready?

Keep your Assam permanent residence proof ready.

Keep your Aadhaar card and a bank account in your own name.

Keep your college or institution enrolment details and student ID handy.

Keep a marriage status declaration ready, since married girls are not eligible.

How do you apply online, step by step?

Fill in the prescribed application form for the scheme.

Submit the form to the institution where you are currently enrolled.

The Registrar or Principal of your institution collects and verifies the forms through the portal.

Verified data is sent for auto verification on the portal.

Do you need to apply again every year?

You apply in the first year. From the second year onwards, no new application is needed.

Instead, the head of your institution gives a certificate confirming you are still enrolled.

That certificate is enough to continue getting the benefit.

How do you check payment, and what if money is stuck?

Check the status of your application and payments on the official portal.

Payments can be delayed around festivals or during processing. The government has said instalments are released in phases.

If the money has not come, first speak to your college office, since they handle verification.

Helpline and important tips

For help, contact your college office or visit the official website.

Never pay any agent or person who promises to get you the money. This scheme is free to apply for.

Attend college regularly. Continued enrolment is a condition for the benefit.

Frequently asked questions

How much money does a girl get under Nijut Moina?

It depends on the course. Class 11 gets Rs 10,000 a year, graduation first year gets Rs 12,500, and postgraduation first year gets Rs 25,000.

Is the money paid once a year?

No, it is paid monthly for a maximum of 10 months in a year.

Do I need to apply every year?

No, you apply in the first year. From the second year, a certificate from your institution is enough.

Can a married girl apply?

No, married candidates are not eligible for this scheme.

Is this scheme available outside Assam?

No, it is only for permanent residents of Assam.

Is there any fee to apply?

No, applying is free. Never pay any agent who asks for money.