What is Jan Soochna Portal?

Jan Soochna Portal is an online platform created and managed by Rajasthan State Government. The portal aims to provide unbiased information regarding govt schemes and services to residents at a single place. In this blog post, we shall discuss Jansoochna Rajasthan portal, its features and goals, how to get scheme information using the portal and more! 

About Jan Soochna Portal Rajasthan(जन सूचना पोर्टल राजस्थान) 

The Jan Soochna Portal Rajasthan is a public information portal that provides information sought by the public under Section 4 (2) of the Right to Information Act 2005. It was launched on 13 September 2019. 

It was inaugurated by Mr. Ashok Gehlot, who was the Chief Minister of Rajasthan at the time. The main purpose of the portal is to serve as a platform where the citizens can learn about government services, schemes and beneficiaries. 

Features and Goals of Jan Suchna Portal

The features and goals of Jan suchna Portal Rajasthan are as follows:

• The Rajssp Jan suchna portal allows citizens to give their feedback, express their concerns and participate actively in the democratic process.

• It reduces information asymmetry between govt and citizens by providing active access to govt information.

• It creates transparency among citizens and reduces corruption by providing easy access to information about various government departments.

• Jan suchana portal Rajasthan gives real-time data regarding govt welfare schemes, subsidies and services that directly impact lives of citizens.

• Since the portal makes data publicly accessible and trackable, the govt departments and officials are held accountable for their actions and utilization of public funds.

• By disclosing essential public information proactively online, the portal reduces the no. of Right to Information (RTI) queries. 

• It serves as a centralized platform where individuals can check eligibility, benefits and application status of various schemes.

• It comes with a citizen friendly interface that boosts transparency and supports e governance initiatives. 

Information Available on Jansoochna

Jansoochna provides information regarding various schemes and departments, such as:

• Social Security Pension

• PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

• DIPR Schemes

• Sukhad Dampatya Yojna

• Mukhyamantri Visesh Yogyjan Swarojgar Yojna

• PM Svanidhi

• Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

• State Election Commission Scheme

• Sanskrit Education Scheme

• Wild Life Scheme

• Scheme of Agriculture

• Mukhyamantree Ayushman Arogya Yojana

• National Ayush Mission

• Senior Citizen Pilgrimage Scheme

• Sindhu Darshan Pilgrimage Scheme

• Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrimage Scheme

• MNREGA

• Department of School Education

• Revenue Department (Copy of Jamabandi)

• Directorate of Women Empowerment

• Rajasthan Tax Board

• State Insurance and Provident Fund

• Sujas (Department of Information and Public Relation)

• Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB)

• Directorate of Gopalan

• Annapurna Rasoi Information

Documents Required for Jansoochna

To access Jansoochna information, generally following documents are required:

• Aadhar Card/Number

• Ration Card

• Bhamashah ID/ Jan Aadhar Card 

• Bank Account Details

• Caste Certificate

• Case Number (to check case status for subordinate revenue court)

• Police Reference ID or Emitra Kiosk Token (for Character Verification Apply Status)

• Income Certificate

• Residence Proof

• Disability Certificate

• Pension Passbook 

• Job Card (for MGNREGA-related schemes)

• School Certificate

• Bonafide Certificate

How to get Scheme Information on Jansoochna?

To get scheme information on the Jansoochna Rajasthan, you need to follow the steps explained below:

Step 1: Visit the official website of Jansoochna.

Step 2: Now, on the homepage, click on ‘Schemes’ option.

Step 3: Now, in the search bar, you can type the scheme name and then click on the search button.

Step 4: Finally, click on the relevant option.

Step 5: Now, you can find the information related to the scheme.

How to Download Jansoochna Mobile App?

Did you know there’s a Jansoochna Mobile App? By downloading this app, you can access govt information easily. Here’s how you can download this app.

Step 1: Click on the Google Play Store icon on your mobile phone. 

Step 2: Once the Google Play Store opens, in the search bar, you need to type ‘Jan Soochna’.

Step 3: Now, you have to click on the topmost option and then click on ‘install’ option.

Step 4: The application will be installed on your phone within a few minutes. After that, you can open it and then use it for getting required information.

Conclusion

Jansoochna was launched as a public information website by Rajasthan government in 2019 to promote transparency as well as accountability in the state of Rajasthan. Through this portal, the citizens can easily access details of various government schemes, beneficiaries and departments. The portal plays a quintessential role in ensuring right to information and helps reduce the need for RTI queries by proactively making information available in public domain. Users can access information using this portal in English or Hindi language, as per their preference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Do I need an SSO ID to access information on Jansoochna?

A. No, you do not need SSO ID to access information on Jansoochna.

Q2. Do I need to fill out an RTI form to access information on Jansoochna?

A. No, there is no need to fill an RTI form to access information on the portal.

Q3. When was Raj Jan Suchna Portal Rajasthan launched?

A. It was launched on 13 September 2019.

Q4. What information can one access through Jansoochna?

A. One can access information related to PM Svanidhi, Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, State Election Commission Scheme, Sanskrit Education Scheme, Wild Life Scheme, Scheme of Agriculture, Mukhyamantree Ayushman Arogya Yojana, National Ayush Mission, Senior Citizen Pilgrimage Scheme, Sindhu Darshan Pilgrimage Scheme, Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrimage Scheme, MNREGA, etc.

Q5. Which Indian state launched the first public information portal in the country?

A. In 2019, the state of Rajasthan launched the first public information portal, known as Jan Soochna Portal, in the country. The portal provides information regarding hundreds of schemes and services of the government. 

Author: Manish Kumar

I’m Manish Kumar, a content management specialist. I simplify complex financial and regulatory topics into clear, insightful content. As a regular contributor to the Registrationwala portal, I provide updates on finance, Tax, government schemes, compliance, and other incorporation information. My goal is to keep you informed about key industry developments and their impact.