Food Bill Assistance for Medical & Engineering Students of Nomadic Tribes & Denotified Tribes
₹1,500/month mess subsidy for 10 months · Nomadic/Denotified Tribe medical/engineering students · Gujarat
This Gujarat scheme helps students from Nomadic Tribes (NT) and Denotified Tribes (DNT) pursuing full-time Medical or Engineering degrees within Gujarat by covering their monthly food and mess expenses. Eligible students receive ₹1,500 per month for up to 10 months each academic year. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat Portal at digitalgujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat scheme helps students from Nomadic Tribes (NT) and Denotified Tribes (DNT) pursuing full-time Medical or Engineering degrees within Gujarat by covering their monthly food and mess expenses. Eligible students receive ₹1,500 per month for up to 10 months each academic year. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat Portal at digitalgujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The “Food Bill Assistance for Medical and Engineering Students of Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes” scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to reduce the burden of living expenses for students belonging to the Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes (NTDNT) communities who are pursuing full-time Medical or Engineering courses within the state. Under this scheme, eligible students receive a monthly food allowance of ₹1,500/- for up to 10 months each academic year to help cover mess or canteen expenses.
Benefits
- ₹1,500 per month for up to 10 months per academic year (total up to ₹15,000/year) towards mess or canteen expenses
💡 Why Startups Should Care
For edtech or hostel management startups targeting underrepresented communities in Gujarat, nomadic and denotified tribe students receiving this monthly subsidy represent a high-need segment — improving access to digital study tools or peer networks could have outsized impact here.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a resident of Gujarat
- Must belong to a Nomadic Tribe (NT) or Denotified Tribe (DNT) community of Gujarat
- Must be pursuing a full-time Medical or Engineering degree within Gujarat
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000
How to Apply
- Visit digitalgujarat.gov.in, click "Register," and enter your mobile number, email, and a password.
- Log in and update your complete profile under "My Profile."
- Under "Services," navigate to the relevant scholarship category (e.g., Scholarship Services → SC Scheme).
- Select the correct financial year and choose this scheme; click "Continue to Service."
- Fill the application form completely and upload all required documents.
- Save as Draft, review, accept the terms, and click "Confirm & Final Submit."
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Eligible applicants must be residents of Gujarat, belong to a Notified Tribe or De‑Notified Tribe (NTDNT) community, and be pursuing a full-time Medical or Engineering degree within the state.
How many months is the allowance paid?
Up to 10 months each academic year.
Is it necessary for the applicant to be a resident of Gujarat?
Yes, only permanent residents of Gujarat are eligible to apply under this scheme.
Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme?
Yes, the applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000.
Can part-time or diploma course students apply for this scheme?
No.
What type of courses are eligible under the scheme?
Only full-time Medical and Engineering degree courses pursued within Gujarat are eligible.
Is there any application fee?
No, applying is free of cost.
Where can I apply for the scheme?
The applicant visits https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in.
What documents are required to apply?
Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Last Year’s Marksheet, Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque, etc.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Identity proof
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Caste certificate (Nomadic/Denotified Tribe)
- Income certificate
- Previous year mark sheet or last year mark sheet