Sarkari Yojana
Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra – Rajasthan
About Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra – Rajasthan
Started on 1st April 2011 by the Devasthan Department, Government of Rajasthan, the “Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra” scheme rewards Rajasthan residents who complete the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra organised through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. Each pilgrim can receive up to ₹1,00,000/-, and no more than 100 beneficiaries are chosen in a year.
Scheme Overview
State Government
Individual
01 Apr 2011
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Applicants must be natives of Rajasthan
Applicants must be natives of Rajasthan.
Applicants must have completed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra…
Applicants must have completed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra conducted through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
The grant can be received just once in…
The grant can be received just once in a lifetime. Note 1: Every year 100 pilgrims are chosen. When applicants outnumber the available slots, a lottery decides the selection. Note 2: After returning, pilgrims need a certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs confirming that the journey was completed successfully.
Benefits Provided
Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Financial Assistance
₹1,00,000 for each selected pilgrim once the Yatra…
₹1,00,000 for each selected pilgrim once the Yatra is completed. Mode of Disbursement Paid straight into the beneficiary's bank account through an account payee cheque/demand draft, at the department's discretion. Note:
The Yatra has to be undertaken through the…
The Yatra has to be undertaken through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
Only one-time, lifetime benefit
Only one-time, lifetime benefit.
Up to 100 beneficiaries in a year
Up to 100 beneficiaries in a year.
Lottery used when applications cross the quota
Lottery used when applications cross the quota.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Attested copy of the Rajasthan domicile certificate
Attested copy of the Rajasthan domicile certificate
Attested copy of the passport showing the permanent…
Attested copy of the passport showing the permanent address
Attested copies of the Yatra-related visa stamps/seals
Attested copies of the Yatra-related visa stamps/seals
Attested copy of the Ministry of External Affairs…
Attested copy of the Ministry of External Affairs certificate of successful completion
Photocopy of Aadhaar Card / Voter ID /…
Photocopy of Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Bhamashah Card
Recent passport-size photograph
Recent passport-size photograph
2011-04-01
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan through the online application process outlined below.
The department notifies application dates each year (usually between June to September) Step 1: First-time applicants must register on the Ministry of External Affairs portal via the “Applying for Yatra" icon and then “New User”, entering information exactly as it appears in their documents.
Once registration succeeds, the applicant receives their “login…
Once registration succeeds, the applicant receives their “login details”.
Using the “Email ID and Password,” the applicant…
Using the “Email ID and Password,” the applicant signs in through the “Existing User” icon on the Ministry of External Affairs portal.
After logging in, a welcome page appears; clicking…
After logging in, a welcome page appears; clicking the “Application Form” icon takes the applicant to the application screen.
Complete the full application form and press the…
Complete the full application form and press the “Final Submit” button to submit it.
Step 6: Once the application goes through, an SMS and e-mail are sent to the applicant, which should be kept for future reference.
Note:
Submit the printed application form and documents no later than 2 months after completing the Yatra.
Selection & Approval Process
The Sub-Divisional Officer or Assistant Commissioner of the…
The Sub-Divisional Officer or Assistant Commissioner of the Devasthan Department checks each application.
Documents are compared with the originals and a…
Documents are compared with the originals and a verification note is recorded.
Within 15 days, applications are sent to the…
Within 15 days, applications are sent to the Assistant Commissioner for approval.
If applications exceed the annual quota, beneficiaries are…
If applications exceed the annual quota, beneficiaries are picked by computerized lottery.
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
Download the application form from the official website
Download the application form from the official website.
Complete all mandatory fields and attach copies of…
Complete all mandatory fields and attach copies of the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Hand in the completed and signed form, with…
Hand in the completed and signed form, with the documents, at the Assistant Commissioner, Devasthan Department office.
Note:.
The application and documents must reach the office within 2 months of completing the Yatra.
Selection & Approval Process
Each application is checked by the Sub-Divisional Officer…
Each application is checked by the Sub-Divisional Officer or Assistant Commissioner of the Devasthan Department.
Documents are tallied against the originals and a…
Documents are tallied against the originals and a verification note is prepared.
Applications move to the Assistant Commissioner for approval…
Applications move to the Assistant Commissioner for approval within 15 days.
A computerized lottery is held for selection when…
A computerized lottery is held for selection when applications cross the annual quota.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.