Post-Matric Scholarships for Scheduled Castes Students- Gujarat

Key facts

Benefit	₹13,500 yearly
Who	Scheduled Caste students from Gujarat
Income limit	₹2,50,000
Implemented by	Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Gujarat
Official portal	digitalgujarat.gov.in
Application window	Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a scholarship amount of ₹13,500 annually, with varying academic allowances based on the course and residential status. Additional allowances are available for students with disabilities.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹2,50,000/year
Category: SC
Resident of Gujarat
poor household

This scholarship is available to students from Scheduled Castes residing in Gujarat whose family income does not exceed ₹2,50,000 per annum. Students must have completed their matriculation or higher education from a recognized institution. Those pursuing studies through correspondence or online courses are also eligible, but certain exclusions apply.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the Digital Gujarat Portal.

Visit the Digital Gujarat Portal at https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Click on ‘Register’ to access the registration form.
Enter your mobile number, email, and set a password, then click ‘Save’.
Log in using your mobile number or email and the password you created.
Go to ‘My Profile’ to update your information and fill in all mandatory fields.
Click ‘Update Profile’ after entering the verification code (OTP).
Select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’.
Choose the financial year for your application and click ‘Change Financial Year’.
Select the scheme, read the instructions, and click ‘Continue to Service’.
Complete the application form and upload all required documents.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Passport size photo
Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate (Competent Authority) (Form No. 16 required for Govt. Employee)
10th Standard Marksheet
Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities
First Page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
Disability Certificate (Required only for Disable Person)
Fee Receipt of Current Course Year
Break Affidavit (If Break Gap is More than One Year)
Leave Without Pay (LWP) Certificate (For Employed Student Only)
Hostel Certificate (Only For Hosteller Student)
Marriage Certificate (If Any)
School Leaving Certificate (If Any)
Death Certificate of Father (If Father not Alive)
12th Standard Marksheet (If Any)
Graduate Marksheet (If Any)
Other Marksheets/Last Year Marksheet (If Any)
Identity Card (College/School)
Any other documents as required

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted and eligibility criteria are met before reapplying.
Payment not received	Check if the application status is updated on the official portal and confirm that all eligibility conditions are satisfied.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the scholarship?

Students belonging to Scheduled Castes in Gujarat with a family income below ₹2,50,000 are eligible, provided they have completed matriculation or higher education.

What documents are required to apply?

Applicants need to submit various documents including identity proof, income certificate, caste certificate, and academic marksheets, among others.

Can I apply if I am studying through correspondence?

Yes, students pursuing studies through correspondence or online courses are eligible for the scholarship, but they must meet other criteria.

Is there a limit on the number of scholarships a family can receive?

All children of a parent or guardian can receive the scholarship, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.

What happens if I accept another scholarship?

If awarded another scholarship, the student must choose between the two and inform the awarding authority; no scholarship will be paid under this scheme if another is accepted.

How is the scholarship amount disbursed?

The scholarship is paid annually, and the amount may vary based on the course and residential status of the student.

Key terms explained

SC / ST / OBC: Official social categories — Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes — used for reservations and targeted welfare schemes.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.