The Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools is a financial assistance scheme administered by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. The scheme provides scholarships to Scheduled Caste (SC) students studying in prestigious private schools such as Doon School (Dehradun), Mayo College (Ajmer), Sofiya School (Abu), Sainik School (Balachadi), Mahila Sainik School (Kherwa, Mehsana), and others.
This initiative supports bright SC students by covering their tuition fees, hostel fees, food bills, books, and other essential educational expenses.
Benefits
- Financial assistance up to ₹50,000 per year or the actual annual fees (whichever is lower).
- Covers admission fees, tuition fees, hostel fees, food expenses, books, uniforms, and other educational costs.
- Assistance is provided to 10 students in Standard VIII and 10 students in Standard XI every year.
- Additional assistance is available for Class 6 students at Balachadi School, Jamnagar, and Sainik School, Kherwa.
Eligibility Criteria
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category of Gujarat.
- The student must be studying in one of the selected/designated schools:
- Doon School, Dehradun
- Mayo School, Ajmer
- Sofiya School, Abu
- Sainik School, Balachadi
- Mahila Sainik School, Kherwa, Dist. Mehsana
- Other designated prestigious schools.
- The family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum (for both rural and urban areas).
- Students entering Class 8 or Class 11 are eligible for financial assistance once per year.
- Class 6 students at Sainik School Balachadi and Sainik School Kherwa are also eligible.
Application Process
Offline Application Steps:
- Visit the nearest Office of the District Deputy Director & Director, Scheduled Castes Welfare Office, Gandhinagar.
- Obtain the prescribed application form from the office.
- Fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Attach all required documents (as listed below).
- Submit the completed application form to the concerned District Deputy Director.
Note: The application process is offline, and students must visit the concerned department in person to apply.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photo.
- Aadhaar Card (Identity proof).
- Caste Certificate (Issued by a competent authority).
- First Page of Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque.
- Educational Certificates / Marksheet.
- School Identity Card.
- Any other documents as required by the department.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What schools are covered under this scheme?
Prestigious private schools such as Doon School (Dehradun), Mayo School (Ajmer), Sofiya School (Abu), Sainik School (Balachadi), Mahila Sainik School (Kherwa, Mehsana), and others.
Q: What is the maximum financial assistance provided annually?
The maximum financial assistance provided is ₹50,000 per year or the actual fees paid, whichever is lower.
Q: What expenses does the financial assistance cover?
The assistance covers tuition fees, hostel fees, food bills, books, uniforms, admission fees, and other related expenses.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
SC students from Gujarat who are studying in selected schools and meet the income eligibility criteria.
Q: Is there an income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum (both rural and urban areas).
Q: How often can students entering Class 8th or 11th receive assistance?
Eligible students can receive financial assistance only once per year.
Q: Are there any other classes eligible for assistance under this scheme?
Yes, students in Class 6 at Balachadi School, Jamnagar, and Sainik School, Kherwa are also eligible for assistance.
Q: How can eligible students apply for this scholarship?
Students must apply offline by visiting the District Deputy Director, Scheduled Castes Welfare Office, Gandhinagar.