Gujarat State Education & Learning

Private Tuition Assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Class Students Studying in Science Stream of Class 11 & 12

Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) students in Gujarat pursuing the Science Stream in Classes 11 or 12 can receive ₹15,000 per year toward private coaching fees. Family income must be below ₹6 lakh/year. Apply online at the Digital Gujarat Portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).

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About This Scheme

Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) students in Gujarat pursuing the Science Stream in Classes 11 or 12 can receive ₹15,000 per year toward private coaching fees. Family income must be below ₹6 lakh/year. Apply online at the Digital Gujarat Portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in).

Full official description

The "Private Tuition Assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Class Students Studying in Science Stream of Class 11 & 12" scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to provide financial assistance for private tuition to socially and educationally backward class (SEBC) students pursuing science education in higher secondary classes. Under this scheme, a total of ₹15,000 is granted to each class of 11th and 12th to cover private tuition fees.

Benefits

  • Class 11 (Science Stream): ₹15,000 per year toward private tuition fees
  • Class 12 (Science Stream): ₹15,000 per year toward private tuition fees

Who Can Apply (Eligibility)

  • Must be a permanent resident of Gujarat
  • Must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)
  • Must be enrolled in the Science Stream in Class 11 or 12 at a recognized higher secondary school
  • Must be attending private tuition during the academic year
  • Annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000

How to Apply

Online

Application Process:

Step 1: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/ Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Register’ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page. Step 3: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on ‘Save’. Step 4: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password. Step 5: Now, click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information. Step 6: After filling in profile details, click on ‘Update Profile’. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP). Step 7: Now under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’. Step 8: Select the Financial Year for which you want to apply for and then click on ‘Change Financial Year’. Step 9: Select the scheme, read the interaction carefully, and then click on ‘Continue to Service’. Step 10: Fill in the application form completely and upload all the relevant documents. Step 11: Now, click on ‘Save as Draft’ and agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the application form by clicking on ‘Confirm & Final Submit’.

Instructions:

Note 1: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory. Note 2: Application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed. Note 3: Only one application per applicant will be acceptable for a scholarship. If any student submits more than one application either from a single institute or from multiple institutions his/her all applications will be rejected by the competent authority and no request from any side will be entertained. Note 4: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities. Note 5: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given. Note 6: The student has to fill his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully. Note 7: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject the student application. Note 8: Direct Individual submission of this application form will not be accepted in case of students studying inside the state. Only outside students have to fill out their form online and submit his/her application form to their native district officer. User Manual- English User Manual- Gujarati

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

No, the application process is online.

How much financial assistance is provided?

A total of ₹30,000 is provided — ₹15,000 for Class 11 and ₹15,000 for Class 12.

Is there any income limit for the scheme?

Yes, the applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000.

Is this scheme available for students from all states?

No, this scheme is only for permanent residents of Gujarat.

Is the scheme applicable to all educational streams?

No, the scheme is specifically for students in the science stream only.

Can I apply offline?

No, the application process is online.

How can a student apply for the scheme?

The student must apply online through the Digital Gujarat Portal.

Is there any application fee to apply?

No, there is no application fee.

What documents are required to apply?

Bank passbook/cancelled cheque, caste certificate, income certificate, last year’s mark sheet, and private tuition fee receipt are required.

Where can I get more information?

More details are available on https://sje.gujarat.gov.in/ddcw and the Digital Gujarat portal.

Ready to apply?

Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.

Apply on myScheme.gov.in

Documents Required

  • Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
  • Caste Certificate
  • Income Certificate
  • Other Marksheets/Last Year Mark sheet
  • Receipt of Fee Paid

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Financial AssistanceStudentScienceHigher Education
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