Nijut Moina Scheme Assam 2026: ₹1,000–₹2,500 Monthly – Eligibility, Apply & Payment Date

Published: April 2026 

The Nijut Moina Scheme is a monthly financial support scheme by the Assam government for girl students studying in government and government-aided institutions — from Class 11 up to post-graduation. If you or someone in your family is studying in a government college or HS school in Assam, here’s how it works in 2026 — who is eligible, how much money you get, how to apply, and what to do if your payment is delayed.

Nijut Moina Scheme 2026 – Quick Overview

What is the Nijut Moina Scheme?

Nijut Moina means “ten lakh daughters” in Assamese — a name that reflects the scale of the scheme’s ambition. The Mukhyamantri Nijut Moina Scheme was launched by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to tackle two specific problems that Assam has been struggling with: the high dropout rate among girl students when they move from school to college, and the persistence of child marriage in parts of the state.

One major reason many girls drop out after Class 10 or 12 is simple — money. Families that can barely afford basic needs find it hard to justify the cost of higher education for daughters when sons are also competing for the same limited resources. This scheme tries to solve that by sending a fixed amount directly to the student’s bank account every month.

The scheme covers girl students at government and government-aided institutions across all districts of Assam. Unlike most scholarships, there’s no income limit here. A girl from a well-off family studying at a government college is just as eligible as one from a poor household — as long as she meets the other conditions.

Nijut Moina 2.0 was launched in August 2025 with expanded outreach and an updated application process, bringing in students from the new academic batch under the same monthly assistance structure.

Nijut Moina Scheme Amount – How Much Money Do You Get?

The amount depends on what you’re studying:

The money is usually credited on the 11th of every month directly to your bank account (DBT). The money comes directly to your bank account — no middleman involved.

Payments are made for 10 months in a year — June and July are excluded. So if you are a Class 11 student, your payments run from August to May the following year, skipping June and July.

For the second year and beyond, students do not need to apply again. The institution’s principal or head submits a continuity certificate on behalf of continuing students, and the payments resume automatically for the next academic year.

Nijut Moina Scheme Eligibility – Who Can Apply?

Eligibility is simple — if you meet these conditions, you’ll get the benefit:

• Only girl students can apply.
• She must be enrolled in Class 11, the first year of a degree programme, or the first year of a post-graduation programme at a government or government-aided institution in Assam.
• She must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• There is no income limit.
• She must be enrolled in a government or government-aided college, university, or higher secondary school. Students in private unaided institutions are not eligible.
• She must maintain regular attendance and follow proper conduct at her institution. If there are serious disciplinary issues (like cheating, ragging, etc.), the benefit can be stopped.
• Married girl students are not eligible, except those who are married and enrolled in PG or B.Ed courses — these students remain eligible.
• Daughters of Members of Parliament, Members of Legislative Assembly, and Cabinet Ministers are not eligible.
• Students who have received a scooter under the Banikanta Kakati Award (Pragyan Bharati Scheme) are not eligible unless they opt out of the scooter, in which case they can apply for Nijut Moina instead.

The Higher Education Department has also merged the earlier Mobility Grant Scheme into the Nijut Moina scheme. If you were receiving a mobility grant separately, that amount is now subsumed into the Nijut Moina payment — no separate mobility grant is given alongside it.

Nijut Moina Scheme Application Process – How to Apply

For new students, the application is still offline. You do not need to visit any government office — everything happens through your institution.

1. Go to your school or college and ask the administration or accounts department for the Nijut Moina application form. The forms are available at every eligible government or government-aided institution in Assam.
2. Fill in the application form carefully. Enter your name exactly as it appears on your Aadhaar card. Write your bank account number and IFSC code correctly — any error here will stop your payment from reaching you.
3. Attach all required documents with the completed form. The documents needed are listed in the next section.
4. Submit the filled form along with documents to your institution’s principal or the designated Nijut Moina coordinator at your school or college.
5. Your college will check your details and documents. The principal or registrar checks whether you are genuinely enrolled and meet the eligibility conditions.
6. After verification, the institution uploads your details to the Higher Education Department’s portal and forwards the approved application.
7. After approval, payment usually starts from the next month.

If you are continuing into your second year of the same course, you do not need to apply again. Your institution submits a continuity certificate and your payments continue automatically.

If you move from Class 12 to a degree programme, or from a degree to a PG programme, that counts as a new enrollment and you will need to submit a fresh application at the new institution for the higher amount.

Documents Required for Nijut Moina Scheme Application

Keep these documents ready before filling the application form:

• Aadhaar card of the student — mandatory for identity verification and DBT
• Bank account passbook showing account number and IFSC code — the account must be in the student’s name and linked to her Aadhaar
• Academic documents showing enrollment — admission receipt, college ID card, or enrollment certificate
• Passport size photographs — usually two recent photographs
• Address proof confirming permanent residence in Assam — voter ID, Aadhaar, or a document issued by the local authority
• Income certificate — not mandatory for eligibility purposes since the scheme has no income bar, but some institutions ask for it during verification
• Caste certificate — if applicable, for record purposes

All documents should be self-attested. Make photocopies of each document before submitting — the originals may not be returned immediately.

Most importantly, make absolutely sure that the bank account you provide is active, in your own name, and has your Aadhaar seeded to it. If Aadhaar is not seeded to the account, the DBT payment will fail even after approval.

Nijut Moina Payment Date – When Is the Money Credited?

The Nijut Moina scheme payment is made on the 11th of every month. If the 11th falls on a bank holiday or a government holiday, the credit may come one or two days before or after.

Payments are made for 10 months per year. June and July are excluded every year. So the payment calendar for an academic year runs roughly like this:

If you have not received a payment by the 13th or 14th of a month, do not wait — check your bank account first, then follow up with your institution.

If you are also checking other Assam student payments, you can see the latest updates here → Jibon Prerana Scheme payment date and credit status.

How to Check If Your Nijut Moina Payment Has Been Credited

Since the payment comes through DBT directly to your bank account, here are the ways to verify it:

Update your bank passbook: Visit your bank branch and get the passbook printed. The Nijut Moina DBT credit will appear as an entry from the Higher Education Department or the Assam government. This is the most reliable method.

Use your bank’s missed call service: Most nationalised banks offer a missed call number for a quick balance check. Give a missed call to your bank’s registered number from your Aadhaar-linked mobile to check the balance.

Check through your bank’s mobile app: If you use net banking or a bank app, log in and check the transaction history for the current month. A successful DBT entry will show the credited amount and the exact date.

Ask your institution: Your college or school’s Nijut Moina coordinator has access to the disbursement records. If you are unsure whether a particular month’s payment was processed, ask them to check the status on the portal.

What to Do If You Have Not Received the Nijut Moina Payment

If your payment hasn’t come even after the 11th–13th, check these first:

Check your bank account balance: Sometimes the credit arrives but the passbook has not been updated. Visit the branch for a fresh printout before assuming the payment is missing.

Verify Aadhaar is seeded to your bank account: Visit your bank branch and ask a teller to confirm that your Aadhaar number is linked to the account. In most cases, this is where the problem is. If not seeded, get it done immediately — it usually takes one to two working days.

Confirm your account is active: If you have not made any transactions for several months, your account may have become dormant. Make a small deposit or withdrawal to reactivate it, then inform your institution.

If everything looks fine, go directly to your college office and ask them to check. Your college or school has a designated person handling Nijut Moina payments. Visit them with your bank passbook and Aadhaar card and ask them to check your disbursement status on the portal.

Check if your application was properly uploaded: In some cases, the institution may not have uploaded the application correctly, or the approval may be pending at the department level. Your institution coordinator can verify this.

Contact the Higher Education Department helpdesk: If the issue is not resolved at the institution level, email the Directorate of Higher Education at dhe-asm@nic.in with your name, institution name, enrollment details, and bank account information.

Common Reasons Why Nijut Moina Payment Fails

Most payment issues happen due to these reasons:

• Aadhaar not seeded to the bank account — the single most common cause of DBT failure across all government schemes in Assam, including Nijut Moina.
• Bank account is in a family member’s name instead of the student’s own name — the DBT can only go to an account in the beneficiary’s name.
• Account number or IFSC code was entered incorrectly in the application form — a single digit wrong means the payment goes nowhere.
• Bank account has become dormant due to inactivity — reactivate it by making a small transaction and inform your institution.
• Name mismatch between Aadhaar and the bank account — if the name is spelled differently in the two records, DBT authentication fails.
• Application not yet approved or still pending at the department level — check with your institution coordinator.
• Student failed to maintain attendance or was found in a disciplinary case — the institution may have cancelled the benefit internally before the payment was processed.

Nijut Moina 2.0 – What Changed?

Nijut Moina 2.0 was launched in August 2025 by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma at Gauhati University. The core structure of the scheme remained the same — monthly payments at the same rates — but the reach expanded significantly with a new round of applications targeting the 2025 academic batch.

Under 2.0, the government aimed to cover over four lakh girl students who enrolled in government institutions for the 2025–26 academic year. The application distribution events were held simultaneously across all districts of Assam, making it easier for students in remote areas to access forms and submit them through their institutions.

If you enrolled in a government college in August or September 2025 and have not yet applied for Nijut Moina, speak to your institution’s administration immediately. Late applications may still be accepted depending on the current window at your institution.

Nijut Moina Scheme vs Jibon Prerana Scheme – Key Differences

Since both are Assam government financial assistance schemes for students, many people ask how Nijut Moina differs from the CM Jibon Prerana Scheme:

If you have already graduated and are looking for financial support, you can check the full details here → CM Jibon Prerana Scheme Assam eligibility, amount and how to apply.

If you are a girl student currently studying, Nijut Moina is the scheme for you. If you have already graduated in 2025 and are currently unemployed, Jibon Prerana is the relevant scheme. The two serve different stages of life and do not conflict with each other.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nijut Moina scheme in Assam?

The Nijut Moina scheme is a monthly financial support scheme for girl students in Assam studying in government institutions. It provides ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per month.

How much money does a student get under Nijut Moina?

Class 11 and 12 students get Rs. 1,000 per month. Degree (UG) first year students get Rs. 1,250 per month. Post-graduation and B.Ed first year students get Rs. 2,500 per month. Payments are made for 10 months per year — June and July are excluded.

Who is eligible for the Nijut Moina scheme?

Any girl student who is a permanent resident of Assam and is enrolled in Class 11, first year of a degree programme, or first year of a PG programme at a government or government-aided institution is eligible. There is no income restriction — girls from all economic backgrounds can apply. Married girls are not eligible except those in PG or B.Ed courses.

How do I apply for the Nijut Moina scheme?

Collect the application form from your institution — school or college. Fill it with your personal, academic, and bank account details. Attach your Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and enrollment proof. Submit it to your institution’s principal or designated Nijut Moina coordinator. The institution verifies and forwards it to the Higher Education Department for approval.

On which date is the Nijut Moina payment credited?

The Nijut Moina payment is credited on the 11th of every month to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer. If the 11th falls on a holiday, the payment may come one or two days before or after.

Do I need to apply again for Nijut Moina in the second year?

No. For the second year of the same course, you do not need to apply again. Your institution’s principal submits a continuity certificate on your behalf. However, if you move to a new course or a new institution, you will need to submit a fresh application.

Are students from private colleges eligible for Nijut Moina?

No. The scheme is only for girl students enrolled in government or government-aided institutions. Students studying in private unaided colleges or universities are not eligible.

What should I do if I have not received my Nijut Moina payment?

First check your bank passbook to confirm the payment has not been credited. Then verify that your Aadhaar is seeded to your bank account. If both are fine, contact your institution’s Nijut Moina coordinator to check the status on the portal. If unresolved, email the Higher Education Department at dhe-asm@nic.in.

Can a girl student receive both Nijut Moina and Jibon Prerana at the same time?

No. Nijut Moina is for students currently enrolled in Class 11 to PG. Jibon Prerana is for 2025 pass-out graduates who have completed their degree and are unemployed. The two schemes target different stages — you cannot be studying and a pass-out graduate simultaneously, so there is no overlap in practice.

What is Nijut Moina 2.0?

Nijut Moina 2.0 is the second phase of the scheme launched in August 2025 to cover girl students enrolling in the 2025–26 academic year. The monthly amounts and eligibility criteria remain the same. If you are a new student who enrolled in 2025, you apply under the 2.0 phase through your institution.

Can You Check Nijut Moina Status Online?

As of now, there is no fully reliable official portal where you can directly check Nijut Moina status online. In most cases, students need to confirm through their bank account or their college

Conclusion

The Nijut Moina scheme is one of the easiest ways for girl students in Assam to get monthly financial support while studying.

For families looking for additional monthly financial support, you can also check → Orunodoi Scheme Assam full details and eligibility. It does not discriminate on the basis of income, caste, or background — any girl studying in a government institution in Assam is eligible. The money comes directly to her bank account every month, giving her genuine financial independence while she studies.

If you or a family member is a girl student enrolled in a government institution in Assam and has not yet applied for Nijut Moina, visit your institution’s administration immediately and ask for the application form. If your household also has elderly members, you may also benefit from → Assam Old Age Pension Scheme eligibility and payment details. The process is simple, the documents needed are basic, and the benefit is significant — up to Rs. 25,000 in a single academic year for PG students.

Before applying, double-check three things: your bank account is in your name, Aadhaar is linked, and details are correct. These three things are what determine whether the payment reaches you smoothly every month.

For when the monthly payment arrives, which months are paid, and what to do if your installment has not come, read our Nijut Moina Scheme Payment Date guide.

For male students in the same household, the equivalent scheme is Nijut Babu Asoni — read our complete guide for eligibility, amount and how to apply.

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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.