The “Award to Scheduled Castes Students Who Secured Top Ranks at State and District Level in Standard X & XII” is initiated by the Director Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat.
Under this scheme, Scheduled Caste (SC) students securing top ranks at the State and District Levels in Gujarat in Standard X & Standard XII across all streams are awarded cash prizes.
Benefits
Award/Cash Prizes Details at State Level
| Sl. No. | Student’s Rank | Award for Standard X | Award for Standard XII (For All Streams) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First | ₹41,000/- | ₹31,000/- |
| 2 | Second | ₹21,000/- | ₹21,000/- |
| 3 | Third | ₹11,000/- | ₹11,000/- |
Award/Cash Prizes Details at District Level
| Sl. No. | Student’s Rank | Award for Standard X | Award for Standard XII (For All Streams) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | First | ₹6,000/- | ₹6,000/- |
| 2 | Second | ₹5,000/- | ₹5,000/- |
| 3 | Third | ₹4,000/- | ₹4,000/- |
Eligibility
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) Category of Gujarat.
- The student must have secured a top rank at the State or District Level in Gujarat in Standard X or Standard XII across any stream.
- There is no income limit for eligibility.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Under this scheme, the list of eligible students is obtained from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Board.
- The cash awards are distributed directly to the selected students based on their ranks.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
- Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities
- Educational Certificate/Marksheet
- School Identity Card
- Any other required documents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who initiated this scheme?
A: The Director Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat initiated this scheme.
Q: What are the benefits of the scheme?
A: Cash prizes are awarded to SC students who secure top ranks in Standard X & XII at State and District Levels in Gujarat.
Q: What are the award details for state-level rankers?
A: First rankers receive ₹41,000 (Std. X) and ₹31,000 (Std. XII). Second rankers receive ₹21,000 each, and Third rankers receive ₹11,000 each.
Q: What are the award details for district-level rankers?
A: First rankers receive ₹6,000, Second rankers receive ₹5,000, and Third rankers receive ₹4,000.
Q: Who is eligible for these cash prizes?
A: Scheduled Caste (SC) students in Gujarat who secure top ranks in Standard X or XII at the State or District Level.
Q: Are there any income limits for eligibility?
A: No, there is no income limit for this scheme.
Q: How can students avail the benefits of this scheme?
A: The list of top-ranking students is obtained from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Board, and the award is given directly to the selected students.
Q: How are the winners selected?
A: Winners are selected based on their marks and ranks at the State and District Level in the Standard X & XII Board Exams.