Babu Asoni Overview

About Assam Babu Asoni Scheme 2026

The Assam Babu Asoni Scheme 2026 is a student welfare initiative introduced by the Assam Government to provide financial assistance to eligible graduate and postgraduate boys students in the state. The scheme aims to support higher education by offering a fixed monthly scholarship, helping students continue their studies without financial hardship.

Brief Overview of Babu Asoni Scheme 2026

The year 2026 began with positive news for male students in Assam. On 01 January 2026, Assam Chief Minister Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a major welfare scheme for boys studying in the state. The government has named this initiative “Babu Asoni”, also known as the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu Scheme.

At present, the government already supports girl students through the CM’s Jibon Anuprerana Scheme, which provides monthly financial assistance. To maintain balance and extend similar support, the government introduced a dedicated financial assistance scheme for boys as well.

Assam Babu Asoni Scheme 2026 – Benefits

• The Assam Government provides monthly financial assistance to eligible male students.
• Undergraduate (UG) First-Year Students: ₹1,000 per month for 10 months (Total ₹10,000 per academic year).
• Postgraduate (PG) First-Year Students: ₹2,000 per month for 10 months (Total ₹20,000 per academic year).
• The scholarship amount will be transferred directly to the student’s bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

Eligibility Requirements for Assam Babu Asoni Scheme

• Applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• The scheme is exclusively for male students.
• Students must be enrolled in the 1st year of a regular Undergraduate (UG) or Postgraduate (PG) course within Assam.
• The institution must be a Government or Provincialised Educational Institute.
• Annual family income must not exceed ₹4 lakh.
• PG students already receiving benefits under the Banikanta Kakati Merit Award Scheme are not eligible.
• Married male students are not eligible for this scheme.

Required Documents for Assam Babu Asoni Scheme

• Assam Residence Proof Document
• Aadhaar Card
• Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
• Bank Account Details (for DBT transfer)
• Income Certificate or Ration Card
• Educational Qualification Documents
• SAMARTH Number

Note: Candidates must ensure that all documents are valid and up to date before submitting the application form.

Steps to Apply for Assam Babu Asoni Scheme 2026

The Assam Government has released official guidelines and application forms for the Babu Asoni Scheme 2026. Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) students must use separate application forms for their respective courses.

Official Application Forms of Babu Asoni

• Babu Asoni Application Form for UG Students Download
• Babu Asoni Application Form for PG Students Download

Application Process

1. Colleges will distribute the application forms to eligible students free of cost.
2. The Principal or Registrar will officially introduce the scheme within the institution.
3. Each institution will appoint one or two Nodal Teachers to oversee the implementation process.
4. Eligible students must collect the application form from their college office and fill it carefully with accurate details.
5. The form requires the following information:
   • Personal Details
   • Academic Records
   • Bank Account Details
6. Attach all required supporting documents and submit the completed form to the college administration.
7. The Principal/Registrar will verify the submitted information.
8. After verification, the institution will upload the student data to the SAMARTH Portal for digital processing.
9. The college must confirm submission of a valid parent income certificate or ration card before uploading details.
10. The Higher Education Department will conduct a final review of the uploaded data.
11. Approved students will receive monthly scholarship benefits for 10 months per academic year.

Students facing issues should contact their institution’s designated Nodal Officer.

Relevant Links

• Assam Babu Asoni Application Form for UG Students
• Assam Babu Asoni Application Form for PG Students
• Assam Babu Asoni Official Guidelines
• Assam Higher Education Department Website

Contact Information

For any queries or assistance regarding the Assam Babu Asoni Scheme, students may contact the Higher Education Department via email:

Email: higheredn.assa@assam.gov.in