Jagananna Vasathi Deevena
Higher Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh · Andhra Pradesh
| Scheme Name | Jagananna Vasathi Deevena |
| Provided By | Higher Education Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Complete guide to Jagananna Vasathi Deevena in Andhra Pradesh. Learn about hostel and mess allowances (₹10,000–₹20,000), eligibility rules, and DBT payment dates.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹20k+
Provides hostel and mess allowances directly to the mother's account in two installments. ₹10,000 for ITI, ₹15,000 for Polytechnic, and ₹20,000 for Degree/Engineering/Medicine.
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ITI students:₹10,000/year.
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Polytechnic/Diploma students:₹15,000/year.
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Degree/Professional students:₹20,000/year.
Note: Requires student and mother biometric e-KYC.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Minimum Marks | 33% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | Andhra Pradesh |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓* Aadhaar Card (Student and Mother)
- ✓* Rice Card / Income Certificate (< ₹2.5 Lakhs)
- ✓* College Bonafide and hostel verification certificate
- ✓* Mother's Aadhaar-seeded bank passbook
- ✓* Biometric e-KYC authentication
Selection Process
Based on college hostel enrollment (or private PG verified distance), AP domicile, family income under ₹2.5 Lakhs, and maintaining 75% attendance.
Renewal Policy
Required annually by submitting updated hostel receipts and passing exams.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Access Portal
Go to the Jnanabhumi portal at [jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in](https://jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in).
- 2Update Profile
Ensure your hostel status (hosteller/day scholar/paying guest) is updated by the college.
- 3e-KYC authentication
Complete student and mother biometric e-KYC at your college or secretariat.
- 4Mother's bank validation
Verify that the mother's bank account is mapped in the NPCI portal.
- 5Submit
Confirm details and submit. Allowance is paid in two installments directly to the mother's account.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Is this paid to students or parents?
The Vasathi Deevena allowance is credited directly to the Mother's Aadhaar-linked bank account in two installments.
Does this cover private hostel/PG students?
Yes, verified private hostel/PG students who study away from home are eligible, subject to validation by the college and local secretariats.
How much is paid for degree courses?
Degree, B.Tech, and professional course students receive ₹20,000 per year.
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