About this education scheme
The scheme aims to support education among minority students by providing financial assistance from class 1st to 10th in government and aided schools.
The “Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Minority Castes” was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to promote inclusive education and reduce dropout rates among minority caste students in primary and secondary education. Under this scheme, financial assistance in the form of annual scholarships is provided to students from minority communities studying in government and aided primary schools from standard 1st to 10th, encouraging continued education and easing financial burdens.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Minority Castes (PMSSMC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | digitalgujarat.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 6 lakh per year |
| Age | 5 to 14 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 5 to 14 years
- 💰Income Rs. 6 lakh tak
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Scholarship Amounts:
- Boys (Class 1st to 8th): Rs. 750/- per year
- Boys (Class 9th to 10th): Rs. 1,000/- per year
- Girls (Class 1st to 5th): Rs. 500/- per year
- Girls (Class 6th to 10th): Rs. 1,000/- per year
Who qualifies
- The applicant must belong to a minority caste.
- The applicant must be studying in a government or aided primary/secondary school.
- The applicant must be studying in class 1st to 10th.
- There is no income limit for applicants in standard 1st to 8th.
- The applicant’s annual family income must not exceed Rs. 6,00,000/- for standard 9th to 10th.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Application Process:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Register’ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page.
Step 03: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on ‘Save’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password.
Step 05: Now, click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information.
Step 06: After filling in profile details, click on ‘Update Profile’. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP).
Step 07: Now under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’.
Step 08: Select the Financial Year for which you want to apply for and then click on ‘Change Financial Year’.
Step 09: 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 01: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory.
Note 02: Application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed.
Note 03: 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 04: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities.
Note 05: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given.
Note 06: The student has to fill his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully.
Note 07: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject the student application.
Note 08: 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?
Minority caste students studying in Std. 1 to 10 in government or aided schools in Gujarat.
Is there an income limit?
Yes, the annual family income must not exceed Rs. 6,00,000 for standards 9th to10th.
Can I apply offline?
No, the application is accepted online only.
Is there a fee to apply?
No, the application is free of cost.
Can a student from a private school apply?
No, only students from Government and Aided schools are eligible.
What documents are required?
Aadhar Card, Minority Caste Certificate, School ID, Income Certificate (if needed), etc.
How much scholarship is provided?
Between Rs. 500 to Rs. 1,000 annually depending on gender and class.
Where can I apply for this scheme?
On the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines mariyojana.gujarat.gov.in
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