Haryana Govt to fund UPSC aspirants: Rs 25,000-Rs 70,000 aid announced for youth clearing prelims
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, April 8, 2026 – In a major push to support aspiring civil servants, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday announced financial assistance for youth who clear the preliminary stages of UPSC, HPSC, and Judicial Services examinations, helping them cover coaching expenses for the next phase.
The announcement was made during a felicitation ceremony held for newly selected UPSC candidates, where the Chief Minister said that under the Mukhyamantri Yuva Pratibha Protsahan Yojana, economically weaker candidates will receive financial aid ranging from ₹25,000 to ₹70,000.
Detailing the scheme, Saini said candidates from families with an annual income up to ₹1 lakh will be eligible for ₹70,000, those earning up to ₹1.80 lakh will receive ₹60,000, applicants with income between ₹1.80 lakh and ₹3 lakh will get ₹50,000, while those in the ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh bracket will be provided ₹25,000.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment, the Chief Minister said the scheme was part of the party’s manifesto and has now been implemented to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder talented youth from pursuing careers in civil services.
He also announced that coaching for UPSC and HPSC examinations will be introduced in all state government universities through evening classes, widening access for aspirants.
Congratulating successful candidates, including Akansh Dhull who secured All India Rank 3, Saini said cracking the civil services examination is a remarkable achievement given the intense competition. He emphasized that becoming an IAS officer is not just a job but a responsibility to serve the nation and its people.
Highlighting Haryana’s growing academic strength, he said the state’s youth are excelling not only in civil services but also in fields like medicine, engineering, and technology. He added that over 1.8 lakh government jobs have been provided in the past eleven years on a merit basis, ensuring transparency and fairness.
The Chief Minister also advised newly selected officers to remain guided by the Constitution and to consider the impact of their decisions on the poorest sections of society. He cautioned them about future challenges such as administrative complexities and social pressures, urging them to stay committed to public service.
Several senior officials, including Cooperation Minister Arvind Sharma and senior bureaucrats, were present at the event. Newly selected candidates also shared their journeys, inspiring other aspirants to pursue their goals with dedication.