Tablet Assistance to Scheduled Caste Students of 12th Standard
Tablet for SC students in Class 12 · pay only ₹1,000 token fee · Gujarat
Scheduled Caste students in Gujarat currently studying in Class 12 can receive a tablet device by paying just a ₹1,000 token fee—the rest of the cost is covered by the state government. There is no income limit for this benefit, making it accessible to all SC students in the 12th standard. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in) or ask your school principal for assistance.
About This Scheme
Scheduled Caste students in Gujarat currently studying in Class 12 can receive a tablet device by paying just a ₹1,000 token fee—the rest of the cost is covered by the state government. There is no income limit for this benefit, making it accessible to all SC students in the 12th standard. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal (digitalgujarat.gov.in) or ask your school principal for assistance.
Full official description
The “Tablet Assistance to Scheduled Caste Students” scheme is administered by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, tablets are provided to students in the 12th standard who belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
Benefits
- Tablet device provided at a token fee of just ₹1,000 (state government covers the remaining cost)
- One tablet per eligible student
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Edtech startups targeting SC students in Gujarat's Class 12: these students likely have access to a basic tablet via this scheme — factor device availability into your product assumptions for this segment.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category in Gujarat
- Must be currently studying in Class 12 (12th standard)
- No income limit — all eligible SC students in 12th standard qualify
How to Apply
- Visit digitalgujarat.gov.in and click 'Register' — enter your mobile, email, and password
- Log in and complete your profile under 'My Profile'
- Under services, select 'Scholarship Services', then 'SC Scheme'
- Select the relevant financial year and this scheme
- Fill in the application form and upload all required documents
- Agree to terms and submit via 'Confirm & Final Submit'
- Alternatively, contact your school principal to initiate the application
- Note: outside-state students must apply online and submit to their native district officer
Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat.
What are the benefits offered under the scheme?
Students in the 12th standard belonging to the Scheduled Caste category will receive a tablet by paying a token fee of [?]1,000/-.
What are the eligibility criteria for students to avail of the tablet assistance?
The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat and be studying in the 12th standard.
Is there any income limit for eligibility?
No, there is no income limit specified for eligibility under this scheme.
How can eligible students apply for the scheme?
Eligible students can apply for the scheme through the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/.
Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
The scheme is for students belonging to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar card
- Caste certificate from competent authority
- First page of bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Break affidavit (if there is a gap of more than one year)
- 11th standard marksheet (if available)
- School identity card