Scholarship Scheme for Students Studying in Government Colleges
Students enrolled in government colleges in Gujarat who rank 1st, 2nd, or 3rd at the university level in Science, Commerce, or Arts streams receive annual scholarships of ₹3,000, ₹2,000, or ₹1,000 respectively. The Education Department runs this to reward academic merit and encourage higher education. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal at digitalgujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Students enrolled in government colleges in Gujarat who rank 1st, 2nd, or 3rd at the university level in Science, Commerce, or Arts streams receive annual scholarships of ₹3,000, ₹2,000, or ₹1,000 respectively. The Education Department runs this to reward academic merit and encourage higher education. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal at digitalgujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The “Scholarship Scheme for Students Studying in Government Colleges” was implemented by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to encourage higher education by providing financial support to meritorious students in government colleges. Under this scheme, students of Science, Commerce, and Arts streams receive annual scholarships to pursue higher education.
Benefits
- Science stream: ₹3,000 per year
- Commerce stream: ₹2,000 per year
- Arts stream: ₹1,000 per year
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a resident of Gujarat
- Must be studying at a government college in Gujarat
- Must have passed the HSC (Class 12) examination
- Must have secured 1st, 2nd, or 3rd rank at the university level in Arts, Commerce, or Science stream
How to Apply
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 for this scholarship?
Students studying in Arts, Commerce, or Science streams in government colleges in Gujarat.
How much scholarship is given?
₹3,000 for Science students, ₹2,000 for Commerce students, and ₹1,000 for Arts students.
Is this scheme applicable for private college students?
No, it is only for government college students.
Do I need to pay for the application form?
No, the application is free of cost.
Can students of all categories apply?
Yes, it is open to all categories.
Is there any income limit?
No, there is no income limit under this scheme.
What is the main objective of this scheme?
To support meritorious students and promote higher education.
Is there any requirement for minimum marks?
Yes, the student must secure top positions (first, second, or third) at the university level.
Is this scheme applicable across Gujarat?
Yes, it is applicable across all government colleges in the state.
Is this scheme available for students from all states?
No, this scheme is only for permanent residents of Gujarat.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Graduate Marksheet
- HSC Pass Certificate
- Any Other Document if Required