Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna 2026 (also known as the Kalpana Chawla Scholarship Scheme) is a Haryana government initiative by the Haryana State Council for Science, Innovation and Technology. It provides monthly financial support to meritorious girl students pursuing first-year BE/BTech, BArch, or BPlan courses in the 2025-26 academic session. Applications are currently open on the official Har-Chhatravratti portal, with the last date to apply being April 24, 2026. This scheme encourages girls from Haryana to excel in engineering, architecture, and planning streams without financial burden.
Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna 2026 – Overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna (Kalpana Chawla Scholarship Scheme) |
| Launched By | Haryana State Council for Science, Innovation and Technology, Department of Higher Education, Haryana |
| Objective | To promote higher education in technical fields among meritorious girl students of Haryana |
| Target Group | Girl students admitted in 1st year of BE/BTech, BArch, or BPlan (2025-26 session) |
| Scholarship Type | Merit-based (JEE Advanced / JEE Main rank) |
| Total Scholarships | 250 (200 for BE/BTech + 25 for BArch + 25 for BPlan) |
| Application Portal | Har-Chhatravratti Portal |
| Application Status | Open (as of April 2026) |
| Last Date | April 24, 2026 |
Apply Online Here: Har-Chhatravratti Scholarship Portal
Eligibility Criteria for Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Gender | Only girl students |
| Domicile | Haryana (passed Class 10 & 12 from Haryana schools or submit valid Haryana Residence Certificate) |
| Academic Qualification | Passed Class 12 with minimum 80% marks (Haryana Board) or 85% marks (CBSE/ICSE/other boards) |
| Course & Year | First-year admission in BE/BTech, BArch, or BPlan for 2025-26 session |
| Selection Basis | JEE Advanced rank (primary) or JEE Main rank (if JEE Advanced seats remain vacant) |
Benefits of Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna
| JEE Rank Basis | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced Rank | ₹8,350 |
| JEE Main Rank | ₹4,500 |
The scholarship helps cover educational expenses and reduces financial burden for talented girls in technical fields.
Important Dates for Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | Ongoing |
| Last Date to Apply | April 24, 2026 |
Note: Apply as early as possible before the deadline. No application fee is charged.
How to Apply for Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna 2026 (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official Har-Chhatravratti Portal.
- Click on Student Registration and enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) ID (mandatory).
- Verify auto-filled details (name, DOB, income) and complete OTP verification via mobile number.
- Create user ID and password to finish registration.
- Log in, go to dashboard, and click Apply for Scholarship.
- Select Kalpana Chawla Chhatravratti Yojna.
- Fill academic, course, and bank details.
- Upload required documents.
- Review and submit the form. Changes are not allowed after final submission.
Applications undergo three-level verification (institute → university → head office).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card
- Class 12 marksheet/passing certificate
- College admission proof
- JEE Main/Advanced scorecard (attested by college authority)
- Bank passbook
- Passport-size photograph
- Haryana domicile/residence certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate
- Fee receipt and bonafide certificate
Selection Process
Merit list is prepared primarily on All India Rank in JEE Advanced. If seats remain, JEE Main rank is considered. Only students who apply online are considered, even if they have a good rank.
