Kasturba Gandhi Special Term Deposit Receipt Scheme
Under this scheme, girls who pass Class 8 from Kasturba Gandhi Schools, secure at least 50% marks in Class 10, & enroll in Class 11 receive an STDR of ₹2,000/- (5-year term). Those who score 50% in Class 12 and enroll in graduation receive an STDR of ₹4,000/- (3-year term).
About This Scheme
The “Kasturba Gandhi Special Term Deposit Receipt Scheme” was launched by the Department of Education, Government of Rajasthan. Under this scheme, girls who complete Class 8 from Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ Schools and continue their regular studies in government schools are eligible for financial support. Those who secure at least 50% marks in Class 10 and enroll in Class 11 will be awarded a Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹2,000/- with a maturity period of five years.
Similarly, girls who achieve a minimum of 50% marks in Class 12 and enroll in the first year of a graduation course will receive an STDR of ₹4,000/- with a maturity period of three years.
Benefits
Monetary Benefits:
A Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹2,000/- for girl students enrolled in Class 11.
A Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹4,000/- for girl students pursuing a graduation course.
Mode of Disbursement:
STDRs (Special Term Deposit Receipts) in the name of the student.
Validity:
An STDR of ₹2,000/- is valid for 5 years.
An STDR of ₹4,000/- is valid for 3 years.
Eligibility Criteria
General Eligibility
The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan state.
The applicant should be a girl student.
The applicant should have passed the 8th class from a Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls School in Rajasthan.
Eligibility Criteria for Class 10th Students
The applicant should have passed the 10th class with a minimum of 50% marks while studying in a government school.
The applicant should be enrolled in the 11th class in a government school.
Eligibility Criteria for Class 12th Students
The applicant should have passed class 12th with at least 50% marks from a government school
The applicant should be enrolled in the first year of a recognized undergraduate course.
Application Process
Apply Online
Application Process:
Step 1: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to contact their respective school.
Step 2: Eligible students are identified by the head of their institution.
Step 3: Submit copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required) to the respective school.
Step 4: The school will visit the
Shala Darpan, Rajasthan
Portal.
Step 5: Using the school’s login credentials (Login ID and Password), the school will fill and submit the application form.
Post-Application Process:
Step 1: The filled applications are forwarded to the District Education Officer (DEO), Primary/Secondary Education.
Step 2: The DEO compiles and forwards all verified applications to the Directorate of Secondary Education, Bikaner, Rajasthan.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Monetary Benefits:
A Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹2,000/- for girl students enrolled in Class 11.
A Special Term Deposit Receipt (STDR) of ₹4,000/- for girl students pursuing a graduation course.
Mode of Disbursement:
STDRs (Special Term Deposit Receipts) in the name of the student.
Validity:
An STDR of ₹2,000/- is valid for 5 years.
An STDR of ₹4,000/- is valid for 3 years.
Application Process
Apply Online
Application Process:
Step 1: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to contact their respective school.
Step 2: Eligible students are identified by the head of their institution.
Step 3: Submit copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required) to the respective school.
Step 4: The school will visit the Shala Darpan, Rajasthan
Portal.
Step 5: Using the school's login credentials (Login ID and Password), the school will fill and submit the application form.
Post-Application Process:
Step 1: The filled applications are forwarded to the District Education Officer (DEO), Primary/Secondary Education.
Step 2: The DEO compiles and forwards all verified applications to the Directorate of Secondary Education, Bikaner, Rajasthan.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Kasturba Gandhi Special Term Deposit Receipt Scheme |
| Short Title | KGSTDRS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning, Women and Child |
| States | Rajasthan |
| Gender | Female |
| Age Range | 50 — Any years |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 19 Apr 2026
Deepika Raikwar is an Education Analyst and scholarship researcher who focuses on public welfare and merit-based scholarships. She simplifies complex eligibility rules, deadlines, and application processes to help common people access reliable funding opportunities worldwide.
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