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Chief Ministers House Rent

The "Chief Minister's House Rent" scheme by the Department of De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Welfare, Government of Madhya Pradesh, provides ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 per student per month in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, and Ujjain.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- ₹2,000/- per student in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, and Ujjain. | - ₹1,250/- at district headquarters. | - ₹1,000/- in tehsil/development block headquarters and other cities. | - Helps students with housing expenses.

Who can apply

The applicant should be regularly admitted to colleges or equivalent institutions and not in any government hostel.; The applicant should be admitted before the last date and submit 'Appendix-B'.; The applicant should be within the income limit of the Post Metric Scholarship Scheme.; The applicant should be responsible for any excess rent beyond the prescribed allowance.; The applicant should be ineligible for the scheme if they fail in any year.; The applicant should be aware of the third-party evaluation and annual review of the scheme.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the purpose of the Chief Minister's House Rent Scheme?

The scheme aims to provide housing rent allowance to students from remote, nomadic, and semi-nomadic communities who stay in other cities for post-matriculation studies, ensuring their education continues uninterrupted.

Who is eligible for the house rent allowance under this scheme?

Students who are regularly admitted to colleges or higher-level government/non-government institutions and are not residing in any government hostel are eligible.

How can I apply for this scheme?

Students must apply by admitting before the prescribed last date and submitting the required document, 'Appendix-B', along with their application.

What are the income criteria for eligibility?

Students must meet the income limit specified under the Post Metric Scholarship Scheme to be eligible for the house rent allowance.

Will the scheme be available for students in government hostels?

No, students already residing in government hostels are not eligible for the scheme.

What happens if the rent exceeds the prescribed allowance?

Any rent exceeding the prescribed house rent allowance must be paid by the students themselves. No additional support will be provided by the department.

Are there any other benefits apart from the house rent allowance?

No, no other facilities will be provided by the department apart from the house rent allowance.

What happens if I fail in my exams?

Students who fail in their exams will be ineligible for the scheme in the subsequent year.

How long will the scheme be in place?

The scheme will be reviewed annually based on student results and its effectiveness in supporting their education.