Food Bill Assistance
₹1,500/month food bill aid for 10 months · non-reserved category medical/dental/tech students · Gujarat
This Gujarat scheme provides ₹1,500 per month (for up to 10 months per year) to non-reserved category students pursuing graduate-level Medical, Dental, Technical, or Para-Medical courses who live in hostels outside their home taluka. It is implemented by the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation. Apply online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat scheme provides ₹1,500 per month (for up to 10 months per year) to non-reserved category students pursuing graduate-level Medical, Dental, Technical, or Para-Medical courses who live in hostels outside their home taluka. It is implemented by the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation. Apply online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The "Food Bill Assistance" introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat, aims to support students who are required to live away from their families due to the unavailability of educational facilities in their home taluka. The scheme is being implemented by the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation.
Benefits
- ₹1,500 per month for up to 10 months per academic year (total up to ₹15,000 per year)
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Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must belong to the non-reserved (open/general) category
- Must be pursuing a graduate-level Medical, Dental, Technical, or Para-Technical course
- Must be staying in a government or non-aided hostel outside your home taluka
- Girls in Std. 9–12 must be residing in a hostel run by a society, trust, or institution
- Annual family income must not exceed ₹4,50,000
How to Apply
- Visit esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in and navigate to the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economic Development Corporation (GUEDC) section.
- Register and log in; complete your profile details.
- Select the Food Bill Assistance scheme and fill the application form.
- Upload all required documents in the specified format.
- Submit the application and note your reference number for status tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which students are eligible for food bill assistance?
The students who are pursuing graduate-level courses in Medical, Dental, Technical, or Para-Technical fields are eligible for food bill assistance.
How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
The eligible students will receive financial assistance of [?]1,200 per month for a total of 10 months.
What proof is required to avail of food bill assistance?
The applicant must provide a certificate from the hostel confirming that they are paying for meals at the hostel.
What is the annual family income limit for eligibility?
The annual family income of the applicant's family must be less than [?]4,50,000/- to be eligible for this scheme.
How much financial assistance is provided annually under this scheme?
Under this scheme, eligible students will receive a total annual financial assistance of [?]12,000/-.
Is it necessary to apply for food bill assistance every year?
Yes, the applicant must submit a fresh application for food bill assistance every year.
If the hostel receives a grant, is the student still eligible for food bill assistance?
No, if the hostel in which the student is staying receives a grant, then the student is not eligible for food bill assistance.
Which authority’s income certificate is considered valid for the scheme?
The income certificate issued by the Taluka Development Officer (TDO), Mamlatdar, or Chief Officer is considered valid for this scheme.
From where can students obtain a non-reserved category certificate?
The non-reserved category certificate can be obtained from the Taluka Development Officer (TDO), Mamlatdar, District Social Welfare Officer (Non-Reserved), or Deputy Director (Non-Reserved).
What should be done after submitting the online application?
After submitting the online application, the applicant must take a printout of the application form, sign it, and send it along with attested copies of all required documents, such as certificates and mark sheets, to the Deputy Director (Non-Reserved) or District Social Welfare Officer of the district where they are studying. The documents can be sent via courier, post, or submitted in person.
What happens if the hard copy of the application is not submitted after the online application?
If the hard copy of the application is not submitted along with the required documents after completing the online application, the application will not be considered valid.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Application form in the prescribed format
- Non-Reserved Category certificate
- Income certificate
- Proof of residence
- Aadhaar card
- Letter of admission to the professional course
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)