Gujarat State Education & Learning

Assistance for Purchasing Study Materials for Medical and Engineering Students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes

This scheme provides a one-time financial grant to students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) in Gujarat who are pursuing medical or engineering courses. The grant helps cover the cost of study materials, easing the financial burden for eligible students from lower-income families. Apply online at the Digital Gujarat portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).

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About This Scheme

This scheme provides a one-time financial grant to students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) in Gujarat who are pursuing medical or engineering courses. The grant helps cover the cost of study materials, easing the financial burden for eligible students from lower-income families. Apply online at the Digital Gujarat portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).

Full official description

The scheme “Assistance for Purchasing Study Materials for Medical and Engineering Students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes” was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from socially and educationally backward classes pursuing medical and engineering diploma and degree courses, in order to support their education and reduce their financial burden. Under this scheme, eligible students receive a one-time grant for purchasing study materials.

Benefits

  • Medical students: ₹10,000 one-time grant for study materials
  • Engineering students: ₹8,000 one-time grant for study materials
  • Diploma students: ₹3,000 one-time grant for study materials

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

  • Must be a resident of Gujarat
  • Must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) category
  • Must be pursuing a medical, engineering, or diploma/degree course within Gujarat
  • Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000

How to Apply

Online

Application Process:

Step 1: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/ Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Register’ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page. Step 3: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on ‘Save’. Step 4: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password. Step 5: Now, click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information. Step 6: After filling in profile details, click on ‘Update Profile’. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP). Step 7: Now under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’. Step 8: Select the Financial Year for which you want to apply for and then click on ‘Change Financial Year’. Step 9: 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’.

Instructions:

Note 1: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory. Note 2: Application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed. Note 3: Only one application per applicant will be acceptable for a scholarship. If any student submits more than one application either from a single institute or from multiple institutions his/her all applications will be rejected by the competent authority and no request from any side will be entertained. Note 4: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities. Note 5: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given. Note 6: The student has to fill his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully. Note 7: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject the student application. Note 8: 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. User Manual- English User Manual- Gujarati

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for this scheme?

SEBC students of Gujarat admitted to Medical, Engineering, or Diploma Engineering courses.

What is the income ceiling?

Family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum.

How much assistance is provided?

₹10,000 for Medical, ₹8,000 for Engineering, and ₹3,000 for Diploma Engineering students.

Can I apply offline?

No, the applications are accepted online.

Can I apply if I study outside Gujarat?

No, only institutes within Gujarat are covered.



Is there an application fee?

No, the application is free.

Where can I apply for the scheme?

The applicant visits https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in.

What documents are required to apply?

Aadhaar Card, SEBC Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Current Year Fee Receipt, Last Year’s Marksheet, Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque.

Ready to apply?

Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.

Apply on myScheme.gov.in

Documents Required

  • Identity proof
  • Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque
  • Caste Certificate
  • Income Certificate
  • Other Mark sheets/Last Year Mark sheet
  • Receipt of fee paid

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