Nijut Babu Asoni is a financial assistance scheme introduced by Government of Assam in the year 2025 to help economically weak male students pursuing higher education like UG/PG. To ensure gender-balanced support and address dropout trends among economically vulnerable boys, the Higher Education Department is implementing the “Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Asoni” for the academic year 2025–26, providing DBT-based financial assistance to male students enrolled in UG 1st Year and PG 1st Year in Government and Provincialised educational institutions of Assam.
One of the most significant investments in a youth’s future is higher education. Financial limitations, however, frequently pose a significant barrier to many students’ ability to pursue further secondary education. Acknowledging this difficulty, the Assam government introduced the Mukhyamantrir Nijut Babu Asoni program to offer financial aid to qualified male students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs. The program seeks to help children from lower-income households, lower dropout rates, and increase access to higher education.
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Objectives of Nijut Babu Asoni
- To increase enrolment of male students from economically weaker families in higher education,
- thereby improving the overall Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) of the State.
- To increase the percentage of boys pursuing education beyond Higher Secondary level in Assam.
- To reduce dropout rates among male students, particularly at the undergraduate and postgraduate
entry levels. - To provide support to male students so as to ensure gender parity, promote social equity, and
align with the goals of NEP 2020.
Scope of Nijut Babu Asoni
- Financial assistance shall be provided to eligible male students, domiciled in Assam, who are enrolled in Undergraduate 1st Year and Post Graduate (PG) 1st Year in Government and Provincialised educational institutions, excluding private educational institutions and selffinanced courses belonging to families with annual income less than 4 lakh. The incentive shall be provided only to regular students. No arrear amount shall be admissible.
- Beneficiaries under the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Aasoni shall be required to maintain discipline and comply with all rules and regulations of their respective institutions, including regular attendance, academic conduct, and respectful behaviour towards faculty, staff, and fellow students.
- Any violation of institutional rules, including misconduct, indiscipline, cheating, ragging, vandalism, or any other unacceptable behaviour, shall result in withdrawal of benefits under the scheme.
Eligibility Criteria of Nijut Babu Asoni
- The incentive shall be applicable to male students domiciled in Assam belonging to families with an annual income below Rs. 4.00 lakh.
- The student must be enrolled as a regular student in UG 1st Year or PG 1st Year in a Government or Provincialised institution.
- In case of UG male students, only those who are married are not eligible for the scheme.
- In case of UG male students, those who have opted for the Banikanta Kakati Merit Award (Scooter) are not eligible for the scheme.
- Postgraduate students availing the CM’s Jibon Prerana Scheme shall not be eligible for this scheme.
Financial Benefits Under Nijut Babu Asoni
- Each eligible male student enrolled in Undergraduate 1st Year shall receive an incentive of ₹1,000/- per month up to a maximum of ten (10) months per year, amounting to a total of ₹10,000/- per academic year.
- Each eligible male student enrolled in Post Graduate (PG) 1st Year shall receive an incentive of 2,000/- per month up toa maximum often (10) months per year, amounting to a total of ₹20,000/- per academic year.
- No incentive shall be payable during summer vacation or any vacation exceeding one month.
Application Process- Nijut Babu Asoni
- The students are to ensure that the data given by them is correct and complete. Heads of Institutions will ensure the same.
- The Registrars/Principals will collect and verify the respective student’s data and submit the correct data for auto verification in the SAMARTHPortal.
- A valid income certificate from the competent authority or ration card of the parents of respective student is required for verification and upload.
- All Head of the Institute shall notify One or Two Nodal Teachers for implementing Nijut Babu Asoni in their respective institution.
- The guardians can choose as to whether their sons will avail the benefits provided under the
- scheme.
- The Head of Institutions will intimate the authorities if any student has opted out of the institution. They will also inform the authorities of if any eligible student is left out of the scheme and will take appropriate action accordingly. They will also ensure that the beneficiaries attend classes regularly. Drop outs will not be allowed to avail the benefits of the Scheme.
Application form for UG and PG Students
Fresh applications for Nijut Babu Asoni 2026 will be open from 1st August 2026.
What is the Nijut Babu Asoni Scheme?
Nijut Babu Asoni is a financial assistance scheme launched by the Government of Assam to support eligible male students pursuing Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) studies.
Who can apply for Nijut Babu Asoni?
Male students who are permanent residents of Assam and are enrolled in eligible Government or Provincialised higher educational institutions can apply.
What is the main objective of the scheme?
The scheme aims to reduce financial barriers to higher education, lower dropout rates, and support economically weaker students.
How much financial assistance is provided to UG students?
Eligible UG students receive ₹1,000 per month for 10 months, totaling ₹10,000 per academic year.
How much financial assistance is provided to PG students?
Eligible PG students receive ₹2,000 per month for 10 months, totaling ₹20,000 per academic year.
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