In a bid to encourage higher education among girls, the Rajasthan government is running the Kali Bai Bheel Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana, which provides free scooters to meritorious female students who excel in their Class 12 examinations. Named after the brave Dungarpur-born social reformer Kali Bai Bheel, the scheme aims to support girls in pursuing college education by easing their commute and boosting their confidence.
Objective of the Scheme
The initiative is designed to motivate parents to send their daughters to school regularly and make higher education more accessible to girls across the state. Along with a brand-new scooter, students receive:
Ownership documents in the name of the student
One year of full insurance and five years of third-party insurance
One-time fuel support of 2 litres petrol
One safety helmet
Condition: The scooty cannot be sold for 5 years
Who is Eligible?
The scheme targets regular students from Rajasthan who have passed Class 12 with commendable marks:
RBSE Board: Minimum 65% marks
CBSE Board: Minimum 75% marks
Must be enrolled in a regular college or undergraduate course
Family’s annual income must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh
Application Process
Eligible students can apply online through the official website: https://hte.rajasthan.gov.in
Steps include:
Log in using SSO ID or register via Jan Aadhaar
Fill the application under the 'Online Scholarship' tab
Upload necessary documents and submit the form
Required Documents
Class 12 mark sheet
Proof of admission in college
Income certificate
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Jan Aadhaar or Aadhaar card
Disability certificate (if applicable)
How to Check the Final Scooty List
Applicants can visit the portal and check the Final List of Kali Bai Bheel Medhavi Chhatra Scooty Yojana as per their category. The scheme stands as a strong step towards women empowerment through education, providing not just mobility but also a sense of independence and security to the state’s young female scholars.