Assam Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026 – Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award

Assam Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026 Details

The Department of Higher Education, Government of Assam, has launched the registration portal for the prestigious Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award under the Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026. This scheme rewards meritorious students across the state of Assam who have successfully cleared their Higher Secondary (HS) Final Examinations 2026 with outstanding academic performance. Eligible beneficiaries will be provided with electric or petrol-driven scooters along with free registration, insurance, and safety helmets.

Under the updated guidelines for 2026, all students (both male and female) securing 80% or more marks in the Higher Secondary Final Examination conducted by the Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) are eligible for this award. Around 18,000 students across Arts, Science, and Commerce streams are expected to benefit from the program this year.

Quick Overview

• Scheme Name: Pragyan Bharati Scheme (Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award)
• Awarding Body: Higher Education Department, Government of Assam
• Benefit: Free Scooter (Petrol/Electric) with Registration, Insurance, and Helmet
• Target Beneficiaries: ~18,000 Students
• Minimum Qualification: 80% or higher in HS Final Exam 2026
• Application Period: 29th July 2026 to 31st August 2026

Recruitment Details

The Pragyan Bharati Scheme was originally introduced in 2020 to promote higher education among students in Assam. The Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award serves as a key incentive to motivate high school graduates, improve mobility, and boost the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) in higher educational institutions throughout the state.

Eligibility Conditions

• Domicile: Applicants must be permanent residents of Assam.
• Academic Requirement: Candidates must have secured at least 80% aggregate marks in the HS Final Examination 2026 conducted by ASSEB.
• Exclusions: Students under betterment, reappearance, or improvement categories are not eligible.
• Institutions Outside State: Students currently enrolled outside Assam can apply provided they hold a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam.

Documents Required

1. HS Final Examination 2026 Admit Card and Marksheet
2. HS Registration Card
3. Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Address Proof
4. Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
5. Passport-sized Photograph

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of the Directorate of Higher Education, Assam.
2. Navigate to the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award online portal.
3. Register using your HS 2026 Roll Number, Registration Number, and Mobile Number.
4. Complete the online application form with personal and academic details.
5. Upload all required certificates and submit the form online before the deadline.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28th July 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 29th July 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 31st August 2026
• Provisional Merit List Release: 25th August 2026

Important Links

• Official Portal: https://directorateofhighereducation.assam.gov.in

FAQs

Q1: What is the minimum percentage required to get a scooty under this scheme? Ans: Students must obtain 80% or more aggregate marks in the HS Final Exam 2026.

Q2: Do students need to pay for registration or helmet charges? Ans: No, registration, insurance, and one safety helmet are provided free of cost by the state government.