Rajasthan Government Schemes and Services – Complete Guide

Rajasthan operates a robust welfare system with innovative schemes like Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya (universal health insurance), Shri Annapurna Rasoi (subsidized meals), and the Jan Aadhaar family identity system. After the BJP government took office in December 2023 under CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, several schemes were renamed or revamped. This guide covers every major Rajasthan government scheme across health, education, women's welfare, agriculture, and social security with eligibility, benefits, and application details.

Key Government Portals in Rajasthan

• Rajasthan SSO – sso.rajasthan.gov.in – Single Sign-On for all government services
• Jan Aadhaar Portal – janaadhaar.rajasthan.gov.in – Family ID system. See: Jan Aadhaar Card Rajasthan
• e-Mitra – Online and kiosk-based citizen services
• Raj Kisan Sathi – Agriculture information portal
• Apna Khata – apnakhata.raj.nic.in – Land records (Jamabandi, Nakal)

Health Schemes

Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana (formerly Chiranjeevi Swasthya Bima Yojana)

Rajasthan's universal health insurance provides cashless treatment up to ₹25 lakh per family per year – one of the highest coverages among Indian states. The scheme was renamed from Chiranjeevi to Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana by the BJP government in 2024.

Key features:

• ₹25 lakh annual coverage per family
• Covers 1,576+ medical packages and procedures
• Cashless treatment at 900+ empanelled hospitals
• Free for government employees, BPL, NFSA beneficiaries; nominal premium for others

Read the complete guide: Chiranjeevi Yojana Rajasthan

Shri Annapurna Rasoi Yojana (formerly Indira Rasoi Yojana)

Subsidized meal scheme providing nutritious food at just ₹8 per meal across Rajasthan's cities and towns. Renamed from Indira Rasoi to Shri Annapurna Rasoi Yojana by the BJP government in January 2024.

Key features:

• Lunch and dinner at ₹8 per plate
• 1,000+ Annapurna Rasoi centres across Rajasthan
• Run through NGOs with government subsidy

Read the complete guide: Indira Rasoi Yojana Rajasthan

Women and Girl Child Schemes

Lado Protsahan Yojana (formerly Mukhyamantri Rajshri Yojana)

Financial assistance of up to ₹1,50,000 in seven instalments for girl children born in government hospitals, from birth to graduation. The BJP government revamped and renamed the earlier Rajshri Yojana (₹50,000) to Lado Protsahan Yojana with significantly increased benefits.

Read the complete guide: Rajasthan Mukhyamantri Rajshri Yojana

Devnarayan Scooty Scheme

Free scooty for meritorious girl students from backward classes who score 75%+ in class 12.

Read the complete guide: Rajasthan Devnarayan Scooty Scheme

Child Welfare Schemes

Palanhar Yojana

Monthly financial assistance for orphans and children in vulnerable situations, provided to their guardians (Palanhars).

Benefits:

• ₹500/month for children aged 0-5
• ₹1,000/month for school-going children (6-18)
• ₹2,000/year for clothing, shoes, and supplies

Read the complete guide: Rajasthan Palanhar Yojana

Jan Aadhaar – Family Identity

Jan Aadhaar is Rajasthan's unique family identity system, replacing individual scheme-specific IDs with a single family card linked to all government benefits.

Uses:

• Required for applying to most Rajasthan government schemes
• Links to health insurance, ration, pension, and other benefits
• Digital and physical card formats available

Read the complete guide: Jan Aadhaar Card Rajasthan

Education and Scholarship Schemes

Post-Matric and Pre-Matric Scholarships

Rajasthan offers scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, minority, and EWS students through the SJE department portal.

Free Education for Girls

Free education for girls up to post-graduation level in government institutions.

Rajasthan Laptop Distribution

Free laptops to meritorious students scoring 75%+ in class 12 board exams.

See also: Post-Matric and Pre-Matric Scholarships

Agriculture Schemes

Rajasthan Kisan Mitra

Energy and fertilizer subsidies for farmers, along with crop advisory services.

PM-KISAN in Rajasthan

₹6,000 per year for eligible farmer families in three instalments.

Rajasthan Kisan Samman Nidhi / Agriculture Support

The state government provides supplementary support to farmers through various agriculture welfare programmes alongside central schemes.

See also: eNAM – National Agriculture Market | PM KUSUM Solar Pump | PMFBY Crop Insurance | Soil Health Card

Social Security and Pension

Old Age Pension (Rajasthan Vriddhajan Samman)

Monthly pension for senior citizens:

• ₹750/month for ages 55-74 (women) and 58-74 (men)
• ₹1,000/month for ages 75+

Widow Pension (Ekal Nari Samman)

₹500-1,500/month for widows and single women depending on age.

Disability Pension

Monthly financial assistance for persons with 40%+ disability.

See: Old Age Pension Guide | Widow Pension Guide

Housing Schemes

Mukhyamantri Jan Awas Yojana

Affordable housing for EWS and LIG families in urban and rural Rajasthan.

PM Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G)

Housing assistance for BPL families in rural areas under the central PM Awas Yojana (Gramin) scheme.

Food Security – Ration Card

Rajasthan PDS system linked to Jan Aadhaar:

• Ration Card Apply Online
• Ration Card Types and Priorities
• Ration Card Correction
• One Nation One Ration Card

Government Certificates and Documents

Available through e-Mitra and SSO portal:

• Caste Certificate Online
• Income Certificate Online
• Domicile Certificate Online
• Marriage Certificate
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
• Jan Aadhaar Card

Property and Land Records

• Land Records Online – All States (Apna Khata for Rajasthan)
• Property Registration Online
• Property Mutation

Government Jobs and Exams in Rajasthan

• RPSC RAS Exam Guide
• Rajasthan Patwari Exam Guide
• Rajasthan Police Constable Exam
• Rajasthan SI Police Exam
• REET Teacher Exam Guide

Important Helpline Numbers

How to Apply for Rajasthan Government Schemes

Online Application

1. Register on SSO – sso.rajasthan.gov.in using Jan Aadhaar, Aadhaar, or mobile
2. Select the scheme portal from the SSO dashboard
3. Fill application form with personal and eligibility details
4. Upload documents – Jan Aadhaar, Aadhaar, income proof, bank passbook
5. Submit and note the application number for tracking

Offline Application

1. Visit the nearest e-Mitra centre or Block Development Office
2. Carry Jan Aadhaar card, Aadhaar, and required documents
3. Submit application through the centre operator
4. Collect receipt for tracking

Common Documents Required

• Jan Aadhaar card (mandatory for most schemes)
• Aadhaar card
• Income certificate
• Caste certificate (for category-based schemes)
• Bank passbook
• Passport-size photographs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jan Aadhaar mandatory for Rajasthan schemes? Yes, Jan Aadhaar has replaced individual IDs for most Rajasthan government schemes. Apply for it first.

How do I check Rajasthan scheme application status? Log in to SSO portal or the specific scheme website and check using your application number.

Can I apply for Chiranjeevi health insurance online? Yes, through SSO portal or at any e-Mitra centre. Jan Aadhaar is required.

Rajasthan government regularly updates scheme benefits. Always verify latest details on official portals before applying.