Education can change lives, but many talented students are unable to continue their studies due to financial problems. To solve this issue, the Government of Rajasthan introduced the Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana 2025–26 under the Special Pre Matric Scholarship Scheme.
This scheme is specially designed for students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Most Backward Class (MBC) communities. Under this scheme, selected students get free residential education in reputed private schools from Class 6 onwards.
In this article, we will explain everything step by step, in very simple English, so that parents and students can easily understand the full process.
What is Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana?
The Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana is a Rajasthan Government scholarship and residential education scheme. It provides:
- Free school education
- Free hostel facility
- Free food
- Free uniforms and books
- Quality education in recognized private schools
Students are selected through an entrance examination, and admission is given purely on merit basis.
Schemes Covered Under Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana 2025–26
Admissions for Class 6 are conducted under three schemes:
- Education Department Scheme – for Scheduled Tribe students
- Tribal Area Development (TAD) Scheme
- Special Group Scheme (Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana) – for MBC students
Each scheme has separate seat allocation.
Seat Availability (Session 2025–26)
Education Department Scheme (ST)
- Boys: 172
- Girls: 114
- Total Seats: 286
TAD Scheme
- Tribal Area: 300 seats
- Non-Tribal Area: 200 seats
Devnarayan Gurukul Scheme (MBC)
- Boys: 300
- Girls: 200
- Total Seats: 500
Eligibility Criteria (Check Carefully)
Before applying, parents should first confirm eligibility.
A student is eligible only if:
- The student is a permanent resident of Rajasthan
- Belongs to SC / ST / MBC category
- Studying regularly in Class 5
- Parents are not income tax payers
- Maximum two children per family can take benefit
If all conditions are satisfied, you can proceed further.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before applying:
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Class 5 Marksheet
- Aadhaar Card
- Domicile Certificate
- Passport-size photo (10–20 KB)
- Student and Parent signatures
Step-by-Step Application Process (Human Conversation Style)
Step 1: Understand the Process
First of all, remember one thing – the entire process is online.
No form needs to be submitted physically anywhere.
Step 2: Find Student NIC ID (Most Important)
Without Student NIC ID, you cannot apply.
How to get it:
- Visit https://rajshaladarpan.nic.in
- Click on Search Student
- Enter:
- District
- Block
- School name
- First letter of student name
- Submit the details
- Your Student NIC ID will appear
Write it down carefully.
Step 3: Start Online Application
- Go to https://rajshaladarpan.nic.in
- Click on VPMS Apply
- Enter Student NIC ID
- Application form will open
Step 4: Fill the Application Form
Enter details carefully:
- Student’s name
- Father’s & mother’s name
- Date of birth
- Category
- Address
- School details
Check spelling twice before moving ahead.
Step 5: Upload Photo & Signatures
Upload:
- Student photo
- Student signature
- Parent signature
Rules:
- File size: 10 KB – 20 KB
- Format: JPG / JPEG / PNG
Step 6: Submit & Take Printout
After final checking:
- Submit the form
- Take a printout
- Keep it safe
⚠️ No need to submit this printout anywhere.
Step 7: Correction Window (If Needed)
If any mistake happens:
- Limited correction dates are provided
- You can correct name, DOB, caste, address
- After correction window, no changes allowed
Entrance Examination Details
Exam Pattern
- Level: Class 5
- Subjects:
- Hindi
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Science
- English
- Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours
- Question type: MCQ
- Exam fee: No fee
Admit Card Download
Before exam:
- Visit rajshaladarpan.nic.in
- Click VPMS
- Enter application number
- Download & print admit card
Selection & Merit List
- Selection is based on merit
- Merit list is prepared category-wise
- School allotment depends on:
- Rank
- Category
- Seat availability
Document Verification
If selected:
- Visit District Education Officer (Secondary) Office
- Carry original documents
- Get verification done
- Receive allotted school details
Final Admission in School
After verification:
- Report to allotted residential school
- Submit documents
- Complete admission
- Student starts education under the scheme
Benefits Under Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana
Selected students receive:
- Free tuition fees
- Hostel & accommodation
- Food facility
- Uniforms
- Textbooks & stationery
- Quality education
💰 Government support up to ₹50,000 per student per year.
Conclusion
The Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana 2025–26 is a golden opportunity for SC, ST, and MBC students in Rajasthan. It removes financial barriers and provides quality residential education in top schools.
If your child is eligible, apply carefully and on time. Following each step properly can secure a bright academic future.
