A Scheme to Provide Free Tablets to Std.12th Pass Students
Scheduled Tribe students in Gujarat who have passed Class 12 (HSC) and joined the first year of a graduate-level course get a free tablet from the state — depositing only a ₹1,000 token fee, which is then reimbursed by the Tribal Development Department. Apply online via the Digital Gujarat Portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).
About This Scheme
Scheduled Tribe students in Gujarat who have passed Class 12 (HSC) and joined the first year of a graduate-level course get a free tablet from the state — depositing only a ₹1,000 token fee, which is then reimbursed by the Tribal Development Department. Apply online via the Digital Gujarat Portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).
Full official description
The “A Scheme to Provide Free Tablets to Std.12th Pass Students” scheme was implemented by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, provide free tablets to ST students who have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination and are admitted to the first year of a graduate-level course in a recognized university are reimbursed for the token amount of ₹1,000 deposited for receiving tablets from the Education Department.
Benefits
- Free tablet on payment of a ₹1,000 token fee
- The ₹1,000 token amount is reimbursed by the Tribal Development Department
- One tablet per eligible student (only one application accepted per student)
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a resident of Gujarat
- Must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
- Must have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (Std. 12/HSC) examination
- Must be admitted to the first year of a graduate-level course at a recognised university
How to Apply
Application Process for Scheme Benefit:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Register’ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page. Step 03: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on ‘Save’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password. Step 05: Now, click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information. Step 06: After filling in profile details, click on ‘Update Profile’. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP). Step 07: Now under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’. Step 08: Select the Financial Year in which you want to apply for and then click on ‘Change Financial Year’. Step 09: Select the scheme, read the interaction carefully, and then click on ‘Continue to Service’. Step 10: Fill in the application form completely and upload all the relevant documents. Step 11: Now, click on ‘Save as Draft’ and agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the application form by clicking on ‘Confirm & Final Submit’. Note: To avail the benefits of the scheme, the student may also contact to principal of his/her school.
Instructions:
Note 01: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory. Note 02: The application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed. Note 03: Only one application per applicant will be acceptable for Tablet assistance. If any student submits more than one application either from a single institute or from multiple institutions his/her applications will be rejected by the competent authority and no request from any side will be entertained. Note 04: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities. Note 05: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given. Note 06: The student has to fill out his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully. Note 07: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject student applications. Note 08: Direct Individual submission of this application form will not be accepted in case of students studying inside the state. Only outside students have to fill out their form online and submit his/her application form to their native district officer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?
ST students who passed Std. 12 and got admission in the first year of a graduate-level course.
What benefit is provided under this scheme?
Reimbursement of the ₹1,000 token amount deposited for tablets.
Is the tablet given under this scheme?
The tablet is provided by the Education Department; this scheme reimburses the token amount.
Is there any income limit for eligibility?
No, there is no income limit.
Can students of other categories apply?
No, only ST students are eligible.
Can I apply offline?
No, the application process is online.
How can a student apply for the scheme?
The student must apply online through the Digital Gujarat Portal.
Is there any application fee to apply?
No, there is no application fee.
What documents are required to apply?
Aadhaar card, bank passbook/cancelled cheque, caste certificate, 12th standard marksheet, etc.
Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme is for students belonging to the Scheduled Tribe of Gujarat.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
- Caste Certificate
- Marksheet of 12th Standard