AI SummaryAssam government's Pragyan Bharati Scheme is now accepting online applications for the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award 2026, under which meritorious students who secure 80% or more marks in the Higher Secondary Final Examination 2026 get a free scooter. The award is run by the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam, and is the current form of the popular Assam Scooty Scheme.
The scheme rewards students who pass the Class 12 exam conducted by the Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) with high marks, giving them better mobility to reach colleges and continue their higher education. From 2025 onward the qualifying mark was revised, and for 2026 students need 80% or more marks to be eligible.
Pragyan Bharati Scooty Scheme 2026 in Assam
Under the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award, the government provides scooters to meritorious girl and boy students who secure 80% or more marks in the Higher Secondary Final Examination 2026. The online application window opened on 29 July 2026 and closed on 21 August 2026. The scheme is application based, and no offline applications are accepted.
The award is part of the larger Pragyan Bharati Scheme, which also covers admission fee waiver, free textbooks, hostel mess subsidy and other study support for students in Assam. The scooter distribution is handled through nodal principals appointed by the Directorate of Higher Education.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pragyan Bharati Scheme |
| Award Name | Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award |
| Launched By | Government of Assam |
| Department | Higher Education Department, Assam |
| Beneficiaries | Students with 80% or more marks in HS Final Exam 2026 |
| Benefit | Free scooter with helmet |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 29 July 2026 to 21 August 2026 |
| Official Website | banikantakakatiaward.org |
How to Apply Online for Pragyan Bharati Scooty Scheme 2026
Eligible students can submit their application through the official portal of the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award. Follow these steps to apply.
STEP 1 - Visit the official website of the award at banikantakakatiaward.org.
STEP 2 - Open the online application form from the relevant section on the homepage.
STEP 3 - Register using your Higher Secondary Examination 2026 registration number, roll number and mobile number.
STEP 4 - Enter your personal and academic details correctly in the form.
STEP 5 - Upload the required documents as asked on the portal.
STEP 6 - Review all the details and submit the application. Keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Eligibility Criteria
Students must meet the following conditions to be eligible for the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award 2026.
- Applicant must be a resident of Assam. Students studying outside Assam can also apply if they hold a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam.
- Applicant must have secured 80% or more marks in the Higher Secondary Final Examination 2026 conducted by the Assam State School Education Board.
- Students appearing under the betterment or reappearance category are not eligible for the award.
- The scheme is application based, so students must fill the online form within the given dates.
Benefits Under the Scheme
Selected students get a scooter along with a free helmet. The government also pays the scooter registration and insurance amount, so students do not have to pay anything for these to the dealer.
- Free scooter to students securing 80% or more marks in the HS Final Examination 2026.
- Free helmet provided along with the scooter.
- Registration and insurance cost of the scooter is paid by the government.
- Students do not pay any money to the dealer for registration and insurance.
Beneficiaries of this award are not eligible for the Nijut Moina Scheme. However, if a girl beneficiary opts out of receiving the scooter, she can apply for the Nijut Moina Scheme.
Required Documents
Students need to keep the following documents ready while filling the online application form.
- Higher Secondary Examination 2026 registration number and roll number.
- Valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam.
- Mobile number and email ID for registration.
- Passport size photograph.
- Address proof and other personal details as asked on the portal.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the Pragyan Bharati Scooty Scheme 2026.
- HS Result 2026 declared: 28 April 2026.
- Scheme notification released: 28 July 2026.
- Online application starts: 29 July 2026, 2:00 PM.
- Last date to apply: 21 August 2026, 6:00 PM.
- Provisional merit list: 25 August 2026.
- Claims and objections: 25 to 30 August 2026.
- Final merit list and scooter distribution: to be announced.
Merit List and Scooter Distribution
The Directorate of Higher Education, Assam will publish the list of eligible beneficiaries after checking the applications and academic records. The merit list is expected to carry the student's name, institution, father's name, roll number, registration number and percentage of marks obtained.
The list of students with 80% or more marks is collected from the Assam State School Education Board. The list of beneficiaries is uploaded on the official website of the Directorate of Higher Education at directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in.
After the merit list is final, the Director of Higher Education appoints nodal principals for smooth distribution. Eligible students collect their appreciation certificate from the nodal principal and submit it to the allotted dealer. The government arranges the amount for scooter registration and insurance, and students collect their scooters from the dealers.
Official Notification and Guidelines
Students can download the official notification and the scheme guidelines from the award portal. The official guidelines PDF is also available on the Directorate of Higher Education website.
Download the official notification PDF
Download the scheme guidelines PDF
Download the scooter distribution guidelines PDF
Contact Details
Students who need help with the application can contact the helpline numbers or write to the official email ID of the award.
- Helpline: 8638781760 / 7002428505
- Email: bkkaward2026@gmail.com
FAQ's
Who is eligible for the Pragyan Bharati Scooty Scheme 2026?
Students who secured 80% or more marks in the Higher Secondary Final Examination 2026 conducted by the Assam State School Education Board and are residents of Assam are eligible. Students in the betterment or reappearance category are not eligible.
What is the last date to apply for the scheme?
The online application closed on 21 August 2026 at 6:00 PM. The application window was open from 29 July 2026.
Do students have to pay for the scooter registration and insurance?
No. The government pays the scooter registration and insurance amount to the nodal principal, who releases it to the dealer. Students do not pay anything for registration and insurance.
Is a helmet provided with the scooter?
Yes, a helmet is provided free of cost along with the scooter. The government does not pay for any additional accessories.
For more details about the Assam Scooty Scheme, visit the official website of the award at banikantakakatiaward.org or the Assam government schemes page.
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