Coaching Assistance Scheme for Preparation of Recruitment Exams for Scheduled Caste Students
Up to ₹20,000 coaching fee aid · SC students Gujarat · UPSC/GPSC recruitment exams
Scheduled Caste graduates in Gujarat preparing for government recruitment exams (UPSC, GPSC, Bank, LIC, and similar Class 1, 2, and 3 exams) can receive up to ₹20,000 for coaching fees. The benefit can only be availed once and is paid directly to the student's bank account via DBT. Applications are submitted online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal.
About This Scheme
Scheduled Caste graduates in Gujarat preparing for government recruitment exams (UPSC, GPSC, Bank, LIC, and similar Class 1, 2, and 3 exams) can receive up to ₹20,000 for coaching fees. The benefit can only be availed once and is paid directly to the student's bank account via DBT. Applications are submitted online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal.
Full official description
The scheme “Coaching Assistance Scheme for Preparation of Recruitment Exams for Scheduled Caste Students” was launched by the Director Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat. The scheme was launched during the year 2017-18. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to Students of the Scheduled Castes category who are preparing for all State Government and Central Government Recruitment Examinations of Class– 1, 2 & 3 conducted by UPSC/GPSC/State Commission/Bank/LIC/Subordinate Services Selection Board/District Panchayat Selection Board.
Benefits
- ₹20,000 or actual coaching fee (whichever is lower) for government recruitment exam preparation
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the student's bank account
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If you're running a coaching institute for government exams in Gujarat, awareness of this ₹20,000 subsidy among SC students can boost your enrollment — the subsidy effectively removes the price barrier for one of your highest-demand exam prep categories.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste category
- Must hold a graduation degree with 50% or more marks
- Age limit: up to 35 years for men, up to 40 years for women
- Neither the applicant nor their parents should be in government service
- Cannot be engaged in full-time studies, employment, or business during the coaching period
- Benefit can be availed only once
Exclusions
- Not available to students from non-SC categories
- Not available for Class 4 and below government exam preparation
How to Apply
- Enroll in a coaching institute for UPSC, GPSC, or state/central government Class 1-3 exams.
- Contact the Social Justice and Empowerment Department in your district.
- Obtain and fill the coaching assistance application form.
- Attach coaching fee receipt and required documents.
- Amount is credited directly to your bank account via DBT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
Under this scheme, eligible students can receive financial assistance of up to [?]20,000 or the actual fee, whichever is less. The amount is directly credited to the student's bank account through DBT.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme as a student?
Students belonging to Scheduled Castes category, who have passed graduation exams with 50% or more marks, and are within the age limit of maximum 35 years for males and maximum 40 years for females, are eligible. The applicant or their parents should not be in government employment, and the applicant should not pursue full-time studies, job/business elsewhere during the training.
Can a student avail the benefits of this scheme more than once?
No, the benefit of this scheme is available only once to an applicant.
What eligibility criteria must the institution meet to participate in this scheme?
The institution should have more than three years of experience, possess a GST Number/PAN Card, have biometric (finger print) machines for student attendance, and faculty with at least graduation and general knowledge. Additionally, the institution should be registered under specific Acts like the Mumbai Public Trust Act, 1950, Companies Act, 1956, or Shops and Establishments Act, 1948.
How does a student apply for this scheme?
Eligible applicants can apply through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/
How are the assistance amounts disbursed to students?
The assistance amounts are directly credited to the student's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Can students preparing for specific types of exams avail this scheme?
Yes, students preparing for all State Government and Central Government Recruitment Examinations of Class- 1, 2 & 3 conducted by UPSC/GPSC/State Commission/ Bank/ LIC/Subordinate Services Selection Board/District Panchayat Selection Board can avail this scheme.
Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
No, this scheme is specifically launched by the Government of Gujarat for Scheduled Caste students within the state, hence students from other states are not eligible to apply.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar card
- SC caste certificate
- Residence proof (electricity bill, rent agreement, ration card, Voter ID)
- Graduation mark sheets (to calculate percentage)
- Proof of coaching enrollment