Nijut Moina 2.0 was launched by Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, and a meeting was held with Ministers, MLAs, DCs, principals, and education officers to review the plan. The scheme will start on August 6, and forms will be given to girl students from Higher Secondary, UG, PG, B.Ed., and ITEP courses. It was said that the scheme is made to help poor girls, so they don’t leave school and can study more. Girls of Class 11 will get Rs. 1,000, degree 1st year girls will get Rs. 1,250, and PG or B.Ed. Students will get Rs. 2,500 every month. Officers were told to update data, spread awareness, and reach every girl.
Nijut Moina Second Edition Launched
Nijut Moina 2.0 was launched by Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, and a review meeting was held to check all preparations for its rollout. The scheme gives financial help to eligible girl students for higher studies. And it was told that this time even resident girl students of Assam studying in central universities like Tezpur and Assam University will be included. DCs and the Education Department were asked to make the scheme a model of inclusive and good governance in education. In this second edition, more coverage will be given, and better coordination among district officers was told to be done. The CM also said benefits should be given on time, and full outreach must be ensured.
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Motive of Nijut Moina 2.0
The main motive of Nijut Moina 2.0 is to give financial support to girl students so they can continue higher studies without leaving school in between, which happens many times in poor families. The scheme was made to help girls, especially from a weak background, and to reduce dropout rates. In the second edition, more coverage was added, and even girls studying in central universities like Tezpur and Assam University will be included. Education was considered very important, and all eligible girls must be reached on time.
Key Highlights of Nijut Moina 2.0
| Name of the Scheme | Nijut Moina 2.0 |
| Launched by | CM Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma |
| Launch Date | August 6 |
| Objective | To help girls continue their education |
| Target Group | Girl students of Assam |
| Classes Covered | Class 11, Degree, PG, B.Ed. |
| Monthly Help (Class 11) | Rs. 1,000 for 10 months |
| Monthly Help (Graduation) | Rs. 1,250 for 10 months |
| Monthly Help (Post Grad) | Rs. 2,500 for 10 months |
| Mode of Apply | Through school or college |
| Official Website |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for this program are as follows:
- Only girl students who live in Assam and are permanent residents are eligible.
- The girl must be studying in Class 11, Degree 1st year, Post-Graduation, B.Ed., or ITEP course in any college or school.
- Girls belonging to any family, whether rich or poor, will be allowed to get the scheme benefits.
- Girls who are studying in central universities like Tezpur University or Assam University will also be given the benefit.
- Girls studying in Class 11, Degree 1st year, Post-Graduation, or B.Ed. courses will be included and given support under the scheme.
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Financial Benefits
- Girl students enrolled in Class 11 will be given Rs. 1,000 per month for up to 10 months, which means they will get a total of Rs. 10,000 in one year.
- Students who are in the first year of Graduation (B.A./B.Sc./B.Com.) will receive Rs. 1,250 every month for a maximum of 10 months, making it Rs. 12,500 per year.
- For those enrolled in the first year of Post-Graduation (M.A./M.Sc./M.Com./B.Ed.), Rs. 2,500 per month will be paid for up to 10 months, which totals Rs. 25,000 yearly.
Required Documents
These documents are required to avail the benefit of the scheme:
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence Certificate
- Admission Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Passport Size Photograph
Important Dates
- The scheme Nijut Moina 2.0 will start from August 6.
Key Features
This scheme has several important features, which are as follows:
- The scheme was launched by the Assam Government to give financial help to girl students so they can continue their studies without dropping out.
- Forms will be given through schools and colleges to start the benefit process in a proper and planned way.
- Coverage has been expanded in this second edition to include more students and make the scheme bigger than before.
- All officers and principals were told to do the work in a smooth and fair way, and make sure every eligible girl is found and added.
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Application Process
The application process for the scheme is as mentioned below in simple steps:
- Step 1: The student has to fill out the given form properly, and then the filled form should be submitted to the school or college where she is studying right now, so the process can be started on time.
- Step 2: All the information written in the form must be correct and full, and students were told to check everything carefully before giving the form, so no mistake is made later.
- Step 3: After collecting the forms, the Principal or Registrar will verify them through the portal, and only the correct forms will be sent for auto-checking in the system.
- Step 4: From the second year, it was said that no form would be needed again; only a certificate from the Head of the Institution would be enough to show that the girl is still studying there.
- Step 5: Every school and college was told to choose one or two Nodal Teachers who will help in doing the Nijut Moina work in their institute in a proper and clear way.
- Step 6: Guardians can also decide if they want their daughters to apply or not, because it was said that some families may not like to take the benefits under the scheme.
Helpline Number
- Address: Director of Higher Education, Assam, Kahilipara, Guwahati-19
- Assam Higher Education Department
- Helpdesk: dhe-asm[at]nic[dot]in
FAQs
How much money will be given to the students?
Rs. 1,000 per month is given to Class 11 students, Rs. 1,250 to Degree 1st year students, and Rs. 2,500 to PG or B.Ed. students, for a maximum of 10 months each year.
How can students apply for the scheme?
Students need to fill a form and submit it to their current institution. The Principal or Registrar will verify the details and upload them on the official portal for further processing and approval.
Do students need to apply every year?
No, from the second year onwards, students don’t need to submit the form again. A simple certificate from the head of the institution confirming student’s continuation will be accepted as proof.
Are central university students included?
Yes, girl students from Assam who are studying in central universities such as Tezpur University or Assam University are also eligible to receive financial support under the Nijut Moina 2.0 scheme.
Who can apply for the Nijut Moina 2.0 scheme?
Girl students who are permanent residents of Assam and are studying in Class 11, Degree 1st year, Post-Graduation, B.Ed, or ITEP courses in recognized institutions can apply under this scheme.