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Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana

₹1,00,000 cash incentive for clearing UPSC Civil Services Prelims and ₹50,000 for clearing BPSC CCE Prelims for youth in Bihar.

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Official Nodal Portal:state.bihar.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 20–37 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Bihar
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodySocial Welfare Department, Government of Bihar
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Substantial direct cash grant to support civil service aspirants: ₹1,00,000 (one lakh rupees) lumpsum grant upon qualifying the Preliminary Examination of UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS), and ₹50,000 (fifty thousand rupees) lumpsum grant upon qualifying the Preliminary Examination of BPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE). Funds are credited directly via DBT to finance Mains coaching, books, and living expenses.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹55 Crore annual incentive budgetary allocation for competitive exam achievers

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Rewarded over 14,000 successful UPSC and BPSC Prelims qualifiers from Bihar

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:20 to 37 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:civil services aspirant, UPSC qualifier, BPSC candidate, student, graduate
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Permanent resident of Bihar who has successfully qualified the Preliminary Examination of UPSC Civil Services or BPSC CCE. Covers SC, ST, EBC candidates, and all female candidates across all categories.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Mandatory Documents(5)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Easy to Access (1/10)
•100% digital online application process
•5 mandatory supporting documents required
•Specific occupational / categorical conditions apply

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (state.bihar.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Visit the Bihar Social Welfare / SC-ST / EBC / Women Development portal (ftpmsc.bihar.gov.in / state.bihar.gov.in/socialwelfare).

  2. 2

    Register within 30 days of UPSC or BPSC Preliminary Examination result declaration.

  3. 3

    Enter UPSC / BPSC Roll Number, Registration ID, and Marks/Admit Card details.

  4. 4

    Upload Prelims Admit Card, Official Result PDF highlighting candidate roll number, and Bihar domicile certificate.

  5. 5

    Provide individual bank account and Aadhaar details.

  6. 6

    Department conducts automated roll number verification with UPSC/BPSC result database; grant is credited via DBT.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-domicile of Bihar, candidate already working in Gazetted government service, availing benefit more than once for the same examination level, or forged admit card.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Are female candidates of General and EWS categories eligible for this incentive?

Yes. Under the Mukhyamantri Kanya Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana, all female candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar are eligible for ₹1 Lakh (UPSC) and ₹50,000 (BPSC) regardless of caste or income.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can an aspirant receive the ₹1,000,000 grant multiple times if they clear UPSC prelims again?

No. The grant is provided once in a lifetime per examination level to give initial takeoff assistance for Mains preparation.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How quickly is the money disbursed after application?

The money is disbursed within 2 to 3 weeks directly into the candidate's bank account to enable timely Mains coaching and study material purchases.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana?

Under official guidelines for Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana, beneficiaries are entitled to: Substantial direct cash grant to support civil service aspirants: ₹1,00,000 (one lakh rupees) lumpsum grant upon qualifying the Preliminary Examination of UPSC Civil Services (IAS/IPS/IFS), and ₹50,000 (fifty thousand rupees) lumpsum grant upon qualifying the Preliminary Examination of BPSC Combined...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana application status?

Application status for Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana can typically be tracked through the official portal at state.bihar.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-domicile of Bihar, candidate already working in Gazetted government service, availing benefit more than once for the same examination level, or forged admit card.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-24initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mukhyamantri Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Window opens for 30-45 days following declaration of UPSC / BPSC Prelims results

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Scale & Impact
👥Rewarded over 14,000 successful UPSC and BPSC Prelims qualifiers from Bihar (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹55 Crore annual incentive budgetary allocation for competitive exam achievers budget allocation
📅Running since 2018
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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2026-09-24initial_verification

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Social Welfare Department, Government of Bihar

Vikas Bhawan, Bailey Road, Patna, Bihar 800015

Helpline: 0612-2215351

Jurisdiction: State (Bihar)

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