GUWAHATI: The Assam government has introduced the ‘Chief Minister’s Jibon Prerana’ scheme in the State Budget 2025-26, aimed at providing financial assistance to young graduates and research scholars. A budget of ₹25 crore has been allocated for the initiative, which is set to be launched in October 2025.
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The scheme is designed to offer ₹2,500 per month for up to one year to graduates from government universities and colleges in Assam who pass out in 2025. This financial aid aims to support them during their job-search period. Additionally, on the recommendation of the Deputy Commissioner (DC), eligible candidates may opt for a one-time grant of ₹25,000 instead of the monthly stipend.
Further extending its support to the academic community, the Assam government has announced a one-time financial assistance of ₹25,000 for research scholars enrolled in state and central government universities, irrespective of gender.
Moreover, Divyang (differently-abled) research scholars will receive an enhanced grant of ₹50,000 under the scheme.
Only permanent residents of Assam will be eligible for benefits under ‘Jibon Prerana’.
