The Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence Scheme by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Rajasthan, offers financial assistance to meritorious students from Rajasthan to pursue higher education in top-ranked universities and institutions both in India and abroad. The scheme provides 500 scholarships, with 300 seats reserved for studies in global institutions ranked within the top 150 by Times Higher Education, and 200 seats for institutions ranked within the top 150 by NIRF in India. Additionally, 30% of the seats are reserved for women candidates. The scholarship covers tuition fees, bench fees, and living expenses for graduate, postgraduate, PhD, and Post Doctoral studies.
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Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence: Overview
| Scholarship Scheme | Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence |
| Department | Department of College Education, Rajasthan |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Academic Year | 2024-25 |
| Total Scholarship Awards | 500 Students (300 Hundred Seats for foreign university + Indian university) |
| Application Last Date | 20 June 2024 (For 1st Phase) |
| Selection List | Phase 1 Selection list for E1 Category |
| Official Website | hte.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Homepage | Scholarship Online |
Latest Update: The Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence (SVSAES)2024 E1 Category Phase 1 Selection List Released.
Important Dates for Swami Vivekanand Scholarship 2024
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 20 May 2024 (12.00 PM) |
| Evaluation First stage | 20 May 2024 to 25 June 2024 |
| Evaluation Second stage | 26 June 2024 to 31 July 2024 |
| Evaluation Third stage | 01 August 2024 to 15 November 2024 |
| Evaluation Forth stage | 16 November 2024 to 15 January 2025 |
| Portal Closing Date | 15 January 2025 |
Application Fee
- There is no any application fee required for The Swami Vivekanand Scholarship 2024 application form.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence , applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Residence: Applicants must be domiciled in Rajasthan.
- Age: Applicants must be below 35 years of age as of July 1st in the relevant financial year.
- University Offer: Applicants must possess an offer letter from one of the top 1-150 universities according to the Times higher education world university rankings.
- Students must have obtained minimum 60% marks in the qualifying examination
- Academic Degree: Applicants must hold a degree in Engineering, Medicine, Dentistry, or Architecture at the undergraduate level.
- Income Criteria: Applicants must fulfill the following annual income criteria:
- E1 Category: Annual income should be less than Rs. 8,00,000.
- E2 Category: Annual income should be between Rs. 8,00,000 and Rs. 25,00,000.
- E3 Category: Annual income should exceed Rs. 25,00,000.
- Only E1 category students are eligible to apply for Indian universities/institutions under this scheme
Required Documents
The following documents are necessary for the Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence:
- Jan Aadhar Number
- Passport (if necessary)
- Visa (if necessary)
- Aadhaar Number
- Offer letter from the relevant foreign university
- Bonafide or domicile certificate
- Authenticated Gross Family Income certificate (endorsed by an executive magistrate and witnessed by two gazetted officers)
- Income Tax Returns (if applicable for the financial year 2021-22, for applications in the financial year 2022-23)
- Affidavit stating non-filing of Income Tax Returns (in the prescribed format)
- Class 10 marksheet
- Qualifying Degree certificate or marksheet from the last completed examination
- Self Declaration regarding scholarships, financial aid, or other sources of support
Scholarship Award & Benefits
The selected candidates for Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence will receive tuition fees, bench fees, and living expenses as follow:
| Income Category | Tuition fees during the course period | Annual Financial Assistance* |
|---|---|---|
| E1: Family gross annual income less than Rs. 8,00,000 | 100% of tuition fees or a maximum of Rs 50 lakh (whichever is less) on the basis of invoice issued by the university. | Living Expenses for Studying Abroad ⏺ One-time advance payment of Rs 3 lakh for one-time expenditure only for the first year ⏺ Rs.1,00,000/- every month but in case of advance payment, for the first year ⏺ Living expenses upto ₹75000/- per month In other years of the course duration under the scheme ⏺ Living expenses upto ₹1,00,000/- per month Students studying before the application date on the portal ⏺ No payment will be payable for the course period prior to the application date ⏺ Living expenses during the next course period under the scheme will be Rs 1 lakh per month. Living Expenses for Studying in India ⏺ 25000/- per month, (3 lakh rupees per year) |
| E2: Family gross annual income Rs. 8,00,000 – Rs. 25,00,000 | 85% of tuition fees or a maximum of Rs 42.5 lakh (whichever is less) on the basis of invoice issued by the university. | 50000/- rupees per month for living expenses during the course period of the scheme. |
| E3: Family gross annual income above Rs. 25,00,000 | 70% of tuition fees or a maximum of Rs 34 lakh (whichever is less) on the basis of invoice issued by the university. | No Living Expenses |
Application Procedure for Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence
To apply for the Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence, follow the steps below:
- Visit the official website of the Department of College Education, Government of Rajasthan – Swami Vivekanand Scholarship website.
- On the homepage, navigate to the “Online Scholarship” option in the menu bar.
- Select the “Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence Yojana-2023” link and carefully read the information provided.
- Click on the “Register” option, and the registration form will appear on the screen.
- Choose the appropriate citizen option from the following choices:
- Jan Aadhaar
- Bhamashah,
- Facebook or
- Google.
- Fill in the required details as prompted on the screen based on your selection and complete the registration process.
- Log in to the portal using your credentials and search for the “Apply” link for the “Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence Yojana-2024.”
- Click on the apply link, and the application form will be displayed on the screen.
- Fill in all the requested details in the application form.
- Upload all the necessary documents in .jpg or .png format, ensuring they meet the prescribed size requirements.
- Before submitting the application form, carefully review all the information provided.
- Click the submit button to submit the application form.
- Remember to save a hard copy of the filled application for your records.
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Terms and Conditions
- 500 (300+200) seats are available in the financial year 2024-25.
- The Swami Vivekanand scholarship is available for students of Rajasthan State domicile only.
- Anyone who doesn’t have offer/admission letter cannot apply for the scholarship.
- The student of B.Tech. and M.B.B.S. streams are not eligible for the scheme.
- Students shall not provide any false/ misleading information or documents.
- Students must be present mandatorily for online interaction (Video Conferences, Zoom Meetings etc.) whenever required.
- Students shall abide by the guidelines and the indemnity bond.
Contact Details
- Swami Vivekanand Scholarship for Academic Excellence Department of Higher Education, Rajasthan
- Email: rgs.cce.info@gmail.com, rgs.cce@rajasthan.gov.in
- Website: https://hte.rajasthan.gov.in/online-scholarship
- Landline: 0141-2941493
Swami Vivekanand Scholarship 2024: FAQs
Q. What is the objective of the Scheme?
A. The Scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students selected for pursuing higher studies abroad and Bharat in specified subjects at the graduate level, master’s level, Ph.D., and Post-Doctoral research programs in approved 150 universities.
Q. How many seats are available the financial year 2024-25?
A. There are 500 seats available in the financial year 2024-25. 300 Seats for top 1-150 Times higher education ranked universities/institutions across the world and 200 Seats for top 1-150 NIRF ranks to get admission in Indian universities/institutions.
Q. Is the scholarship available for graduation level courses?
A. Yes, the scholarship is provided for humanities and science (basic science) subjects at the graduation level.
Q. What are the main subjects/streams covered by the scholarship?
A. The scholarship is provided in the following subject/streams: (i) Humanities, Social Science, Agriculture, and Forest Science, Nature and Environmental Science, Law (ii) Management and Business Administration, Economics and Finance (iii) Pure Science, Public Health (iv) Engineering and related science, Medicine, and Applied ScienceCandidates in category (iv) will be considered for a maximum of 15 scholarships only if seats remain vacant after considering all candidates in categories (i), (ii), and (iii).
Q. Are students from other states eligible for the scholarship?
A. No, the scholarship is available only for students with Rajasthan State domicile.
Q. What is the procedure for applying?
A. Applicants can apply for the scholarship through the online portal only. The portal’s address is: https://hte.rajasthan.gov.in/online-scholarship
Q. What is the last date for closing the application portal?
A. The last date is 15 January 2025.