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Dr. P. G. Solanki Scheme for Loan/Assistance to Law Graduates of Scheduled Caste

Scheduled Caste law graduates from Gujarat who want to start their own independent legal practice can receive ₹12,000 in financial assistance — ₹5,000 as a non-repayable subsidy and ₹7,000 as a 4% interest loan — to purchase business premises or a shop. The annual family income must be under ₹6 lakh. Apply online at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in or visit the nearest SC Welfare district office.

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About This Scheme

Scheduled Caste law graduates from Gujarat who want to start their own independent legal practice can receive ₹12,000 in financial assistance — ₹5,000 as a non-repayable subsidy and ₹7,000 as a 4% interest loan — to purchase business premises or a shop. The annual family income must be under ₹6 lakh. Apply online at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in or visit the nearest SC Welfare district office.

Full official description

The scheme “Dr. P. G. Solanki Scheme for Loan/Assistance to Law Graduates of Scheduled Caste” was launched by the Director Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat. The scheme was launched in the year 1973. Under this scheme, law graduates belonging to the Scheduled Caste who intend to start independent legal practice will receive financial assistance for the purchase of business premises/shops.

Benefits

  • Non-repayable subsidy of ₹5,000
  • Loan of ₹7,000 at 4% per annum interest
  • Total assistance: ₹12,000 for purchasing business premises or setting up a legal practice

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

  • Must be a law graduate (LLB or equivalent)
  • Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community
  • Must be a resident of Gujarat state
  • Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 (applies to both rural and urban applicants)
  • Must provide Bar Council registration number and certificate

How to Apply

1
Online

Step 01: The eligible applicant may visit the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on New User ‘Please Register Here’. Step 03: Enter your Full Name as per Aadhaar Card, Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Card Number, Email ID, Caste etc. and then click on ‘Register’. Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password. Step 05: Now, click on ‘User Profile’ to update your profile. Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Update’. Step 07: After updating the profile successfully, select the scheme appearing on the home page; an application form will open. Step 08: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and upload all the relevant documents. Step 09: Now agree with the terms & conditions and click on ‘Save Application’. Step 10: Submit the application form and take out the print of the application for future reference. The applicant can note down the application number to track the application status by logging into the portal using their User ID and Password. User Manual

2
Offline

Step 01: The eligible applicant may visit the nearest office of the District Deputy Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, and collect the application form. The application form can also be downloaded from the official website. Step 02: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority in the office. Step 04: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the scheme launched?

The scheme was launched in the year 1973.

What does the scheme provide?

The scheme provides financial assistance to law graduates belonging to the Scheduled Caste who intend to start independent legal practice.

What are the benefits of the scheme?

Law graduates belonging to the Scheduled Caste receive financial assistance of [?]12,000/-. Out of this, [?]7,000/- is provided as a loan at 4% interest, and [?]5,000/- is given as a subsidy.

How is the loan amount utilized?

The loan is provided for the purchase of business premises or shops.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

Eligibility criteria include being a law graduate, belonging to the Scheduled Caste category, being a native of Gujarat state, and having an annual family income not exceeding [?]6,00,000 for both rural and urban areas.

Where can eligible applicants apply for this scheme?

Eligible applicants can apply through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal at https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/.

Can individuals from other states apply for this scheme?

No, the benefit of this scheme is exclusively for natives of Gujarat state.

Ready to apply?

Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.

Apply on myScheme.gov.in

Documents Required

  • Passport-size Photograph
  • Aadhaar Card of the applicant
  • Caste Certificate
  • Proof of annual income of the family
  • Proof of Residence (Any one of Electricity Bill/License/Rent Agreement/Electoral Card/Ration Card)
  • Surety Bond (as per [Form-A](https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments//SC/ALApplicationDocument.pdf))1. Receipt of registration copy/fee payment from Bar Council
  • Rent slip of office premises for one year
  • Certificate of class and marks obtained in the examination
  • If you have legal experience, give a certificate
  • Copy of first page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Check (in applicant's name)
  • Any other documents as required

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LoanLaw GraduateScheduled CasteFinancial Assistance
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