For this purpose, the Government of Gujarat started the Coaching Assistance Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students pre-Exam like NEET, JEE, GUJCET for 2014-2015.
The scheme 2025-26 is being implemented under the care and control of Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare for the benefit of Scheduled Castes of Gujarat state.
Benefits
- ₹20,000 or the actual coaching fee (whichever is lower) is provided as financial assistance.
- The assistance amount is directly credited to the student’s bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria for Students:
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste category.
- There is no income limit for students.
- The student must have scored 70% or more in Class 10 and be currently studying in Class 12 (Science stream) for preparation of NEET, JEE, or GUJCET.
Eligibility Criteria for Coaching Institutes:
- The institution must have a minimum of three years of experience.
- The institution must have a GST number/PAN card.
- The institution must have biometric (fingerprint) machines to monitor student attendance.
- Faculty for NEET/JEE must hold an M.Sc. degree in the relevant subject.
- The institute must be registered under one of the following Acts:
- Mumbai Public Trust Act, 1950
- Companies Act, 1956
- Shop and Establishment Act, 1948
Application Process
Offline Application:
- Visit the nearest Office of the Deputy Director, Office of Scheduled Caste Welfare.
- Collect the application form from the office or download it from the official website.
- Fill in the application form with the required details, attach a passport-sized photograph, and submit the necessary documents.
- Submit the completed form to the concerned office.
- After successful verification, the assistance amount will be directly credited to the student’s bank account through DBT.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Educational Certificates
- Caste Certificate
- Ration Card
- Class 12 Certificate from the school indicating current enrollment
- Cancelled cheque or the first page of the bank passbook
- Passport-size photograph
- Certificate from the coaching institute where the student is enrolled
- Any other documents as required by the concerned office
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the benefit of the scheme?
Eligible students receive ₹20,000 or the actual coaching fee (whichever is less) to support their preparation for NEET, JEE, or GUJCET.
Q2: How can students get the benefits of this scheme?
Students need to apply through the Office of Scheduled Caste Welfare by submitting the application form and required documents.
Q3: When was this scheme started by Gujarat State?
The scheme was launched in the year 2014-15 by the Government of Gujarat.
Q4: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
Only Scheduled Caste students from Gujarat who have 70% or more in Class 10 and are currently in Class 12 (Science stream) can apply.
Q5: What is the educational qualification required to avail of the benefits of the scheme?
Students must have scored 70% or more in Class 10 and must be currently enrolled in Class 12 (Science stream).
Q6: Can a general category applicant be eligible to apply under this scheme?
No, the scheme is exclusively for Scheduled Caste students.
Q7: Is there any income criterion for students to apply under the scheme?
No, there is no income limit for students applying under this scheme.
Q8: Is registration mandatory for the training institute under the act?
Yes, coaching institutes must be registered under one of the following acts:
- Mumbai Public Trust Act, 1950
- Companies Act, 1956
- Shop and Establishment Act, 1948
Q9: How many years of experience should the training institute have?
The training institute should have at least three years of experience.
Q10: How can a student apply under the scheme?
Students can apply by visiting the Office of the Deputy Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, and submitting the required application form and documents.