Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana
Gujarat students who scored 50%+ in Class 10 from a government or aided school and enroll in the science stream for Classes 11–12 can receive ₹25,000 over two years as a monthly stipend plus a bonus for passing the final board exam. Payments go directly to the mother's bank account. Schools register eligible students automatically — no separate student application is needed.
About This Scheme
Gujarat students who scored 50%+ in Class 10 from a government or aided school and enroll in the science stream for Classes 11–12 can receive ₹25,000 over two years as a monthly stipend plus a bonus for passing the final board exam. Payments go directly to the mother's bank account. Schools register eligible students automatically — no separate student application is needed.
Full official description
The scheme "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana" by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to create ample opportunities for technologically educated and skilled youth in the state by encouraging students to enter and complete science stream education up to Class 12th. The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹25,000/- over two years to students of Class 11th and 12th to support their education in science and help them complete their board examinations successfully.
Benefits
- Class 11: ₹10,000/year paid as ₹1,000/month × 10 months
- Class 12: ₹10,000 paid as ₹1,000/month × 10 months, plus ₹5,000 bonus after passing Class 12 board exam
- Total: ₹25,000 over 2 years
- Paid via DBT to the mother's bank account
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a student enrolled in the science stream in Class 11 or 12
- Must have studied in a government or grant-in-aid school in Class 9 and 10
- Must have scored 50% or more in the Class 10 board exam
- Admitted to science stream in a GSHSEB or CBSE-recognized school (government, aided, or self-financed)
- If from a self-financed school for Class 9/10: family annual income must be ≤ ₹6 lakh
How to Apply
- Student Registration: Schools must register eligible students on the Child Tracking System (CTS) portal of Vidya Samiksha Kendra. - Verification: The Director of Schools will verify applications with the help of the District Education Officer, and upload the final list of eligible students on the dedicated "Namo Saraswati" portal. - Payment: Assistance is disbursed directly into the beneficiary’s mother’s bank account (or the student’s account, if required) through DBT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana"?
The "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana" is a financial assistance scheme launched by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat to promote science education among students of Class 11 and 12 by providing monetary support to help them complete their studies.
Who is eligible for the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana"?
A student is eligible if they have scored 50% or more in Class 10, enrolled in the science stream in a government, grant-in-aid, or self-financed school recognized by GSHSEB or CBSE, and meet the family income criteria where applicable.
What is the total financial benefit under this scheme?
Under the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana", each eligible student receives a total of ₹25,000 over two years of Class 11 and 12 as a monthly stipend and a final installment after passing Class 12.
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
The financial assistance under the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana" is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the mother’s bank account or directly into the student’s account if the mother is deceased.
What is the amount given to Class 11 students?
Class 11 students receive ₹10,000 per year, which is paid as ₹1,000 per month for 10 months under the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana".
What is the amount given to Class 12 students?
Class 12 students receive ₹15,000 per year, which includes ₹10,000 as monthly stipend and ₹5,000 after passing the Class 12 board exam.
Who is the implementing authority for this scheme?
The "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana" is implemented by the Education Department of Gujarat.
How can schools register students under this scheme?
Schools can register eligible students on the Child Tracking System (CTS) portal of Vidya Samiksha Kendra as part of the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana".
What is the minimum attendance requirement?
Students must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance every month, which is updated by schools on the Vidya Samiksha Kendra’s online attendance portal to continue receiving assistance.
What happens if a student drops out mid-year?
If a student drops out mid-year, they will not receive the remaining assistance, but they do not have to return the money already received under the "Namo Saraswati Vignan Sadhana Yojana".
When are payments released to students?
Payments are released every month by the 10th, with the first payment for June disbursed in June or July along with July’s payment.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.
- Bonafide Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Mark sheet.
- Mark sheet of 12th Std..
- School Leaving.