CM Jibon Prerana Scheme Assam 2026 — Rs 2,500 Per Month for Graduates, Eligibility, How to Apply and Status Check

Last Updated: April 2026

Quick Answer :

The Chief Minister’s Jibon Prerana Scheme gives Rs 2,500 per month for one year (Rs 30,000 total) to graduates who passed out in 2025 from government colleges in Assam. The money comes through DBT to your bank account. Applications are done through the DIDS portal at dids.assam.gov.in. The scheme is for unemployed fresh graduates who need financial support while preparing for competitive exams or searching for jobs. Researchers get a separate one-time grant under Jibon Anuprerana.

You finished your graduation last year, and like many students in Assam, you’re now figuring out what comes next. Now you are at home in Tezpur or Jorhat or Sivasagar, sitting with your certificate, sending applications, preparing for APSC or some other exam, and in between all of this you need money for books, for internet, for travel to coaching centres. Your family is managing but there is pressure.

The Mukhya Mantri Jibon Prerana Scheme was launched keeping exactly this situation in mind. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced and launched the DBT transfers under this scheme on February 27, 2026, calling it support for the one year gap period that most fresh graduates go through between finishing college and getting their first job or admission.

Here’s a simple breakdown of how the scheme works, who can apply, and how to get the benefit.

What Is the CM Jibon Prerana Scheme?

Jibon Prerana means Life Inspiration in Assamese. The scheme is officially called the Mukhya Mantri Jibon Prerana Scheme — MMJP — and it is a direct benefit transfer scheme run by the Government of Assam.

In simple terms, the scheme is meant to support graduates during this gap period. Most graduates in Assam, after finishing college, spend anywhere from six months to two years preparing for government jobs, appearing for competitive examinations, or simply searching for employment. During this period they have no income. They depend entirely on their families. This puts financial pressure on households that may already be struggling.

The scheme provides Rs 2,500 per month for twelve months — one full year — to fresh graduates so they can focus on exam preparation or job search without that financial pressure crushing them.

This scheme is different from a job or a scholarship. It is a one-year financial bridge — money to support you during the gap period between finishing college and starting your career. It does not guarantee a job and it does not replace the need to apply for one. Think of it as twelve months of breathing room.

Key Details at a Glance

Eligibility — Who Can Get This Scheme?

The eligibility criteria for Jibon Prerana are specific. Read these carefully before applying or telling others to apply.

Who Is Eligible

• Must be a permanent resident of Assam — Assam domicile required
• Must have completed graduation in the year 2025 — specifically the 2025 batch passout
• Must have studied in a government or provincialised college in Assam
• Must be currently unemployed — not in a job at the time of application
• Must have a valid bank account in Assam with Aadhaar seeding
• Should be preparing for competitive examinations, higher education, or job search

Who Is NOT Eligible

• Graduates who passed out before 2025 — this scheme is specifically for the 2025 batch
• Students studying in private unaided colleges
• Students enrolled in distance education or correspondence programmes
• Anyone already employed in a government or private job
• Those already receiving Jibon Prerana benefits cannot also receive Nijut Babu — both cannot be received simultaneously
• Postgraduate students receiving Jibon Prerana cannot additionally claim Nijut Babu Asoni

Important clarification: If you graduated in 2024 or 2023, this scheme is not for your batch. The 2025 batch refers to students who completed their final year examinations in 2025. If you are unsure, contact the DIDS portal helpline or your college office to confirm your batch year.

The Related Schemes — Jibon Anuprerana and Nijut Babu

CM Sarma launched three schemes together on the same day. Many people are confusing them. Here is the clear difference:

If you are a fresh 2025 graduate who is unemployed — Jibon Prerana is for you. If you are a current student — Nijut Babu (if male) or Nijut Moina (if female) is for you. If you are a researcher — Jibon Anuprerana is for you.

How to Apply for Jibon Prerana Scheme

Applications for the Jibon Prerana Scheme go through the DIDS portal — the Directorate of Information and Digital Services portal of the Assam government.

1. Go to dids.assam.gov.in on your phone or computer

1. Register on the portal if you have not already — you will need your Aadhaar number and a working mobile number for OTP verification
2. After registration, log in using your user ID or mobile number and password
3. Look for the Jibon Prerana Scheme or MMJP scheme in the available schemes section
4. Fill in the application form with your personal details — name, date of birth, address, Aadhaar number
5. Enter your educational details — college name, graduation year, subject, marks or percentage
6. Upload required documents — graduation certificate, Aadhaar card, bank passbook first page
7. Fill in your bank account details for DBT transfer
8. Submit a self-declaration confirming you are currently unemployed
9. Submit the application and download the PDF of your submitted form
10. Save this PDF — it contains your application number which you will need to check status later

After submitting, your application goes through a verification process. Your college may be contacted to verify your graduation year and status. The DIDS portal shows your application status once verification is complete. Once your application is approved and bank details are verified, payments usually start within a few weeks.

How to Check Jibon Prerana Scheme Application Status

1. Go to dids.assam.gov.in
2. Look for Application Status on the home page or in the menu
3. Enter your application number — this was given to you when you submitted the form and is in the PDF you downloaded
4. Click Get Status or Search
5. Your current status appears — showing whether your application is under verification, approved, or pending

If you have lost your application number, log in to the DIDS portal with your registered mobile number and check your application history. Your submitted applications appear in your account dashboard.

First payment timeline: Once your application is approved and bank account is verified, the first DBT transfer is processed. Most beneficiaries in the first batch received their initial payment within 30 to 60 days of approval. If your status shows approved but payment has not come after 60 days, contact the DIDS helpline.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting your application. Having them scanned or photographed clearly on your phone will save time.

• Aadhaar card — mandatory for identity verification and DBT
• Graduation certificate or marksheet of final year showing 2025 passout
• Bank passbook first page showing your account number and name
• Mobile number linked to both Aadhaar and bank account
• Passport size photograph
• Self-declaration of unemployment — confirming you are not currently employed

Do not pay any agent or middleman to get your Jibon Prerana payment. The application process is free, the payment comes directly from the government to your account, and no individual can speed up or guarantee your payment. Anyone asking for money to process your Jibon Prerana application is lying to you.

Real Situation — How This Scheme Works in Practice

Take Ranjit, a 23-year-old from Sivasagar district. He completed his BA from a government college in June 2025. After results, he came back home and started preparing for the APSC Combined Competitive Examination. His family runs a small farm and his father is a daily wage labourer. Affording coaching fees, books, and transport to the library in town was becoming difficult.

Ranjit applied for the Jibon Prerana Scheme through the DIDS portal in March 2026. His application was verified within three weeks as his college confirmed his 2025 graduation. The first two months of payment — Rs 5,000 — were credited together to his account in April 2026.

He is now using the monthly Rs 2,500 for his coaching centre fees and buying study materials. It has not solved every problem but it has removed the daily financial pressure that was making it hard to study properly.

This is the exact situation the scheme was designed for. Not rich students who can self-finance their preparation, and not students who are already in PG programmes. It is for the gap year graduate from a rural or semi-urban background in Assam who needs one year of breathing room.

What to Do If Your Payment Is Not Coming

If your application status shows approved but you have not received payment, check these things in order:

1. Check your bank passbook — sometimes the payment comes but the SMS alert is delayed by a few days. Update your passbook at your bank branch first.
2. Confirm your Aadhaar is seeded to your bank account. If not seeded, the DBT transfer will fail. Visit your bank branch or CSC centre for Aadhaar seeding.
3. Make sure your bank account is active — if no transactions have happened in 12 months, some banks mark accounts as dormant. Dormant accounts cannot receive DBT. Reactivate at your branch.
4. Check your DIDS portal account to confirm your bank account details were entered correctly during application. A wrong digit in the account number will cause the transfer to fail.
5. If everything looks correct but payment has still not come after 60 days of approval — contact the DIDS helpline. The portal usually has a helpline number or a grievance section where you can raise a complaint with your application number.

Do not pay any agent or middleman to get your Jibon Prerana payment. The application process is free, the payment comes directly from the government to your account, and no individual can speed up or guarantee your payment. Anyone asking for money to process your Jibon Prerana application is lying to you.

Jibon Prerana vs Other Assam Student Schemes — How They Connect

The Assam government runs several schemes for students and young people. If you are unsure which one is for you:

If you already graduated in 2025 and are currently unemployed — apply for Jibon Prerana. This is your scheme.

If you are currently studying in first year UG or PG in a government college and your family income is below Rs 4 lakh — apply for Nijut Babu Asoni if male, or Nijut Moina if female.

If you are a PhD scholar — apply for Jibon Anuprerana.

Apart from Jibon Prerana, your family may also be eligible for other Assam government schemes:

If your family is a BPL household and you have an NFSA ration card, your female head may also qualify for Orunodoi Scheme Assam at Rs 1,250 per month. These schemes are separate and can both be received if you meet eligibility for each.

If you are not sure about your NFSA eligibility, check your Assam Ration Card details to confirm your status.

Families with elderly members can also benefit from the Assam Old Age Pension Scheme, which provides monthly financial support to senior citizens in the household.

You can also check the latest changes under Orunodoi 4.0 update to understand how Assam welfare schemes are evolving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CM Jibon Prerana Scheme Assam?

The Chief Minister Jibon Prerana Scheme is an Assam government scheme that gives Rs 2,500 per month for one year to fresh graduates who passed out in 2025 from government or provincialised colleges in Assam. The money comes through DBT to your bank account. It is meant to support unemployed graduates during the gap period between finishing college and getting a job.

Who is eligible for Jibon Prerana Scheme?

You must be a 2025 batch graduate from a government or provincialised college in Assam, currently unemployed, and a permanent resident of Assam. Private college graduates and students from earlier batches are not eligible for this specific scheme.

How do I apply for Jibon Prerana Scheme?

Apply through the DIDS portal at dids.assam.gov.in. Register with your Aadhaar and mobile number, log in, find the Jibon Prerana scheme, fill the application with your graduation and personal details, upload documents, and submit. Download the PDF of your application which contains your application number.

How much money do I get under Jibon Prerana?

Rs 2,500 per month for 12 months — a total of Rs 30,000 over one year. The money comes directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT. Researchers under Jibon Anuprerana get a separate one-time grant of Rs 25,000 to Rs 40,000.

What is the difference between Jibon Prerana and Nijut Babu?

Jibon Prerana is for 2025 batch graduates who have already finished college and are currently unemployed. Nijut Babu Asoni is for male students currently enrolled in first year of UG or PG. Both cannot be received at the same time. If you have graduated, apply for Jibon Prerana. If you are still studying, apply for Nijut Babu.

My Jibon Prerana application is approved but payment did not come — what to do?

First update your bank passbook to confirm whether the payment came without an SMS alert. Check that your Aadhaar is seeded to your bank account and the account is not dormant. Verify your bank account number was entered correctly in the DIDS portal. If all of these are correct and 60 days have passed since approval, raise a grievance on the DIDS portal with your application number.

How to check Jibon Prerana scheme application status?

Go to dids.assam.gov.in, click on Application Status, enter your application number from the PDF you downloaded when you submitted, and click Search. Your current status shows whether you are under verification, approved, or pending.

Final Note

The Jibon Prerana Scheme is one of the few government welfare initiatives in Assam that directly targets the most vulnerable period in a young person life — the gap between finishing education and starting work. In rural districts like Dhubri, Goalpara, or Dhemaji, this Rs 2,500 per month makes a real difference to a family managing on agricultural income.

If you or someone you know graduated from a government college in Assam in 2025 and has not yet applied, the DIDS portal is the starting point. The application is free, the process is online, and the money comes directly to your account.

This information is based on current government updates and may change as per official notifications.

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Palash

Hi, I’m Palash, the person behind AssamInfoHub — an independent platform helping Assam citizens understand government schemes, pensions, and welfare programs in simple language. Information published here is compiled from official government notifications, district-level practices, and Panchayat-level verification methods. My goal is to reduce misinformation and help families follow the correct procedures without depending on agents.