What do you get under Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
₹1,000 a month per child up to 18; for ages 18 to 27, the state pays fees for degree, diploma and professional courses, plus government hostel fees or ₹3,000 a month for rent.
Sukh Shiksha Yojana: latest updates
- Budget 2026-27: full course, hostel and mess fees will be paid for eligible students admitted to IIT, NIT, IIM, AIIMS, NLUs and similar government institutions outside the state. About 22,000 get the scheme now. official source
Who is eligible for Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
- Children of widows, destitute or abandoned women, and of parents with 70% or more disability.
- Family income from all sources up to ₹1,00,000 a year.
- From 2026-27, admissions to top government institutions outside the state (IIT, NIT, IIM, AIIMS, NLUs) are also covered.
Also check:
- The child’s mother is a widow, destitute or abandoned woman, or a parent has 70% or more permanent disability.
Documents needed for Sukh Shiksha Yojana
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How to apply for Sukh Shiksha Yojana
- Apply on the Women and Child Development Department’s online scheme portal (wcd.hp.gov.in, Schemes) or through the Child Development Project Officer.
- Upload the bonafide Himachali certificate, income certificate, date of birth proof, father’s or husband’s death certificate (or disability certificate), Parivar Register copy and, for 18 to 27, the institution’s fee details.
How to check Sukh Shiksha Yojana status
- Log in to the WCD online scheme portal with the account you applied from to see the application status, or ask your CDPO office.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
Children of widows, destitute or abandoned women, and of parents with 70% or more disability. Family income from all sources up to ₹1,00,000 a year. From 2026-27, admissions to top government institutions outside the state (IIT, NIT, IIM, AIIMS, NLUs) are also covered.
How much do I get under Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
₹1,000 a month per child up to 18; for ages 18 to 27, the state pays fees for degree, diploma and professional courses, plus government hostel fees or ₹3,000 a month for rent.
What documents do I need for Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Income certificate; Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Death certificate of the earning member; Disability certificate or UDID card; Proof of admission or fee receipt; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number).
How do I apply for Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
Apply on the Women and Child Development Department’s online scheme portal (wcd.hp.gov.in, Schemes) or through the Child Development Project Officer. Upload the bonafide Himachali certificate, income certificate, date of birth proof, father’s or husband’s death certificate (or disability certificate), Parivar Register copy and, for 18 to 27, the institution’s fee details. Official site: https://wcd.hp.gov.in/schemes
How do I check Sukh Shiksha Yojana status?
Log in to the WCD online scheme portal with the account you applied from to see the application status, or ask your CDPO office.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much is given under Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
₹1,000 a month per child up to 18 years. From 18 to 27, the state pays course fees in government institutions, plus hostel and mess charges, or ₹3,000 a month for rent where there is no hostel.
Who is eligible for Sukh Shiksha?
Children of widows, destitute or abandoned women and of parents with 70% or more disability, where family income is up to ₹1 lakh a year.
Official sources
- Women and Child Development Department, Govt of Himachal Pradesh: schemes
- Himachal Pradesh Budget Speech 2026-27 (Sukh Shiksha extended to IIT, NIT, IIM, AIIMS, NLU)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.