Initiated by the Gujarat Government, the Pre-SSC Scholarship for Scheduled Caste (SC) Students, sometimes referred to as the Parixitlal Majmudar Scholarship, is a financial aid program meant to support SC students enrolled in Classes 1 through 10 in Government, Grant-in- Aid, and Private Schools.
This scholarship seeks to lower financial obstacles and increase educational possibilities for SC students pursuing their early study.
Benefits
Under this scheme, eligible SC students will receive an annual scholarship as per the following details:
| Standard | Boys/Girls | Scholarship Amount (Yearly) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 1 to 5 | Both | ₹750/- |
| Standard 6 to 8 | Boys | ₹750/- |
| Standard 6 to 8 | Girls | ₹1,000/- |
| Standard 9 to 10 | Both | ₹1,000/- |
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, students must fulfill the following criteria:
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category of Gujarat.
- The student must be enrolled in Standards 1 to 10 in Government, Grant-in-Aid, or Private
- Schools.
- No income limit applies for this scheme.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Eligible students should contact the principal of their school.
- The Principal of the school is responsible for submitting the online proposal on behalf of the student through the Digital Gujarat Portal.
- The school will verify the documents and approve the application.
- Once the application is processed, the scholarship amount will be transferred directly to the student’s bank account.
Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Documents Required
Applicants must provide the following documents to apply:
Passport size photo
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
- Caste Certificate (Issued by the Competent Authorities)
- Bank Passbook First Page / Cancelled Cheque
- Educational Certificate/Marksheet
- School Identity Card
- Residence Proof
Any other documents as required by the authorities
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of this scholarship?
This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) students in Classes 1 to 10 to support their education and reduce dropout rates.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided?
Depending on the student’s class and gender, the scholarship ranges from ₹750 to ₹1,000 per year.
Q: Who is eligible for this scholarship?
SC students studying in Classes 1 to 10 in Government, Grant-in-Aid, and Private Schools in Gujarat.
Q: Is there any income limit for eligibility?
No, there is no income limit for this scholarship.
Q: Can students from private schools apply?
Yes, students studying in Government, Grant-in-Aid, and Private Schools are eligible.
Q: How can students apply for the scheme?
Students must contact their school principal, who will submit the application through the Digital Gujarat Portal.
Q: What is the official website for application submission?
Applications are submitted via Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Sources & References
Official Website
[Scheme Details (Page No. 82)]
[Notification – 1]
[Notification – 2]
Contact the School Principal for further assistance