Indira Priyadarshini Award

Indira Priyadarshini Award is a state scheme in Rajasthan that gives one-time cash rewards and a scooter to meritorious girl students who secure the top position in their district or state in Class 8, 10, and 12 board examinations. The scheme encourages girls' education and celebrates the success of toppers from eight social categories.

Indira Priyadarshini Award - Introduction

Indira Priyadarshini Award works as a mark of appreciation for academic excellence, encouraging girl students across Rajasthan to keep doing well in their studies. The Secondary and Elementary Education Department of the Government of Rajasthan launched this scheme during 2019-20. It honours the success of girls belonging to eight groups: Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Minorities, those with disabilities, the General category, Special Backward Classes, and those below the poverty line (BPL).

The scheme rewards girls who secure the first position at the district or state level in Class 8, 10, and 12 examinations conducted by the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education. The awards cover different streams, including Arts, Science, and Commerce. From the 2021-22 academic year, the scope was widened to include toppers in vocational education and high-achieving girls from Swami Vivekanand Government Model Schools who secure a CGPA of 9 or above.

Balika Shiksha Foundation in Jaipur runs the implementation of this scheme. Every year on November 19, which marks the birth anniversary of Smt. Indira Gandhi, officials distribute these awards at district headquarters to inspire students to keep performing well. As of 2026, the scheme continues to run and the student application process is handled online through the ShalaDarpan Balika Shiksha Foundation portal.

Key Information

Scheme Name: Indira Priyadarshini Award | Level: State | Scheme for: Individual | State: Rajasthan | Category: Education and Learning | Benefit Type: Cash and Asset Award | DBT: Yes | Nodal Department: Education (Elementary and Secondary) Department | Implementing Agency: Balika Shiksha Foundation, Jaipur

Highlights

Benefits

Indira Priyadarshini Award celebrates hard work by providing significant one-time cash rewards and, in specific cases, additional mobility support. The reward structure is detailed below:

Also, girls who do well in vocational education examinations and top-performing students from Swami Vivekanand Government Model Schools receive specific rewards in line with program rules set since the 2021-22 academic session.

Eligibility

To apply for Indira Priyadarshini Award, you should meet the following requirements:

• You must be a permanent resident of Rajasthan.
• You should be a regular student currently enrolled in an institution.
• You must belong to one of the specified categories: SC, ST, OBC, Minority, Differently-abled, General, SBC, or BPL.
• You should have secured the first position at the district or state level in your Class 8, 10, or 12 exams via the Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education.
• You must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in your respective examination.
• Students topping in the Sanskrit Education Department's exams or vocational stream exams are also eligible if they meet the specific category norms.
• For Swami Vivekanand Government Model Schools, you should attain a CGPA of 9.0 or higher in Class 10 or 12.

Please note that the caste or category certificate you provided during your board examination registration will be considered final for verification purposes.

Application Process

The application process for Indira Priyadarshini Award is now handled online through the ShalaDarpan Balika Shiksha Foundation portal of Rajasthan. The District Education Officer (DEO) office locks and verifies the applications. Follow these steps to apply:

STEP 1 - Go to the official ShalaDarpan Beneficiary Scheme portal at rajshaladarpan.rajasthan.gov.in and open the Balika Shiksha Foundation section on the homepage.

STEP 2 - Select the Indira Priyadarshini Award Yojana from the list of Balika Shiksha Foundation schemes and open the student application form.

STEP 3 - Fill in your personal and academic details correctly, including your board roll number, marks, category, and bank account information.

STEP 4 - Attach the required documents such as your mark sheet, caste certificate, and bank details, then submit the application online.

STEP 5 - The District Education Officer office verifies your ranking and credentials and locks the application. The Directorate of Secondary Education then finalizes the list and shares it with the Balika Shiksha Foundation for fund transfer.

The awards are typically presented to successful candidates during the Balika Shiksha Samman Samaroh held annually on September 19.

Documents

You should keep the following documents ready for your application:

• Valid identity proof
• Copy of your caste certificate
• Proof of residence in Rajasthan
• Disability certificate (if applicable)
• BPL certificate (if applicable)
• Copy of your bank passbook
• Marksheet and certificates of your qualifying examination
• Self-declaration form (for candidates not currently enrolled in school)
• Recommendation letter from your school principal or head teacher

References

Scheme Details | ShalaDarpan Balika Shiksha Foundation Portal

FAQ's

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Any girl student who is a native of Rajasthan, from a designated social category, and secures the first position at the district or state level in her board exams with at least 60% marks is eligible.

Which social categories are covered?

The scheme supports girls from SC, ST, OBC, Minority, Differently-abled, General, SBC, and BPL categories.

Is the application process online?

Yes, the application is now submitted online through the ShalaDarpan Balika Shiksha Foundation portal, and the District Education Officer office verifies and locks it.

What if I have discontinued my studies?

You can still receive the award by providing a self-declaration on plain paper, confirming your eligibility as per the scheme rules.

When are the awards distributed?

The awards are traditionally given out at the Balika Shiksha Samman Samaroh, which is held on September 19 every year.