The Directorate of Higher Education, Assam, has issued a public notice regarding the online application process for the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award, 2026, awarded under the Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026. Students who have passed the Higher Secondary Examination, 2026, conducted by the Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) and are eligible for the award must apply through the designated online portal within the prescribed timeline, as per the guideline circulated vide No. E237411/2026/92, dated 12th June 2026.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The students must obtain 80% or more marks in Higher Secondary Final Examination, 2026 conducted by Assam State School Education Board.
- Only students in betterment and reappearance category will not be eligible for the Scheme.
- Students must be residents of the State of Assam.
- Students admitted in institutions outside the State are also eligible provided they have a valid PRC of Assam.
Selection Process
- After the closing of the online application window, a provisional list of eligible applicants will be published.
- Applicants will get a window to submit claims or objections, following which the final list of beneficiaries under the Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026 will be published.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the application portal by clicking on the link given below in the “Important Links” section.
- Register on the Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026 portal with the required details.
- Fill in all the required particulars carefully
- Review the entered details thoroughly before final submission.
- Submit the application well before the closing date, as applications received after the deadline will not be entertained.
Key Dates
| Opening of Online Application Portal | 29th July 2026 |
| Closing of Online Application Portal | 21st August 2026 till 6:00 PM |
| Publication of Provisional List of Eligible Applicants | 24th August 2026 |
| Submission of Claims/ Objections | 25th to 30th August 2026 |
| Publication of Final List of Beneficiaries | 10th September 2026 |
Important Links
For any grievance related to the application, students may contact the helpline numbers 8638781760 and 7002428505, or write to bkkaward2026@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dr. Bani Kanta Kakati Merit Award 2026?
It is a merit award for students who have passed the Higher Secondary Examination, 2026, conducted by ASSEB, given under the Pragyan Bharati Scheme.
When does the online application portal open?
The portal opens on 29th July 2026 from 2:00 PM.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be submitted by 21st August 2026, 6:00 PM. Applications submitted after this date will not be entertained.
When will the final list of beneficiaries be published?
The final list of beneficiaries under the Pragyan Bharati Scheme 2026 will be published on 10th September 2026.
Does submitting the application guarantee the award?
No. Mere submission of an online application does not confer any right to receive the award; selection is subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria and successful verification of particulars.
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