Assistance for Purchase of Educational Instruments for Medical, Engineering and Technical Diploma Courses
₹15,000/year for educational tools · ST medical & engineering students · Gujarat
This scheme helps Scheduled Tribe (ST) students in Gujarat purchase essential instruments and tools required for medical, engineering, or technical diploma courses. Eligible students receive an annual cash grant — ₹15,000 for medical, ₹10,000 for engineering, or ₹5,000 for diploma — to cover equipment costs. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).
About This Scheme
This scheme helps Scheduled Tribe (ST) students in Gujarat purchase essential instruments and tools required for medical, engineering, or technical diploma courses. Eligible students receive an annual cash grant — ₹15,000 for medical, ₹10,000 for engineering, or ₹5,000 for diploma — to cover equipment costs. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).
Full official description
The "Assistance for Purchase of Educational Instruments for Medical, Engineering and Technical Diploma Courses" scheme was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe (ST) students to purchase necessary educational instruments to pursue higher education in medical, engineering, and technical diploma courses.
Benefits
- Medical students: ₹15,000 annual grant for educational instruments
- Engineering students: ₹10,000 annual grant for educational instruments
- Diploma students: ₹5,000 annual grant for educational instruments
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If you're an ST student pursuing medicine, engineering, or a technical diploma in Gujarat, this annual grant covers instrument costs that can otherwise run into thousands — claim it every academic year you remain enrolled.
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 (HSC) examination
- Must be enrolled in a recognized medical, engineering, or technical diploma course
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000
How to Apply
- Visit the Tribal Development Department office or download forms from tribal.gujarat.gov.in.
- Fill in the application with your course and enrollment details.
- Attach all required documents (self-attested).
- Submit to the concerned Tribal Department office.
- Collect an acknowledgment receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Scheduled Tribe students in Gujarat enrolled in medical, engineering, or technical diploma courses.
Is this scheme available for all students in Gujarat?
No, it is only for students belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
How do I apply for this scheme?
Apply online via the Digital Gujarat Portal.
Do I need to visit any office to submit the form?
No, the entire application process is online.
Is this benefit given every year?
Yes, assistance is provided annually for the duration of the course.
Is there a fee for applying?
No, the application is completely free.
Can non-ST students apply?
No, the scheme is strictly for Scheduled Tribe students.
Where can I check my application status?
On the Digital Gujarat Portal www.digitalgujarat.gov.in under the application tracking section.
What if my course is not recognized?
Students enrolled in unrecognized institutions are not eligible.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Income certificate
- Most recent mark sheets
- Passport-size photographs