The “Coaching Help Scheme for JEE-GUJCET-NEET Exams” is an initiative introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat. The scheme aims to support non-reserved category students who wish to pursue professional courses in the medical and engineering fields. By providing financial assistance for coaching, the scheme helps eligible students overcome economic barriers and excel in competitive entrance exams. It is implemented by the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
Eligible students receive financial aid of ₹20,000 per year or the actual coaching fee paid, whichever is lower.
Eligibility
- Category:
The applicant must belong to a non-reserved category. - Academic Performance:
The applicant must have secured 70% or more marks in Class 10th, 11th, or 12th. - Stream:
The applicant must be from the Science stream. - Coaching Requirement:
The applicant should be pursuing coaching for JEE, GUJCET, or NEET. - Coaching Institute:
The coaching institute must have at least 3 years of operational experience. - Income Criterion:
The annual family income should be ₹4,50,000 or less.
Application Process
Online Registration Process:
- Visit the Official Portal:
Navigate to the “Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation” section on the official website. - Register as a New User:
Click on “New User? Please Register Here” and fill in the mandatory details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, etc.) to complete the registration. - Receive Login Credentials:
After successful registration, a login ID will be sent to your mobile number. - Login and Apply for Scheme:
Log in using your credentials. Click on “Scheme/Services List” and select “Coaching Help Scheme for JEE-GUJCET-NEET Exams.” - Complete Application Form:
Enter all required details, confirm your permanent address (or update if needed), and upload the relevant documents. - Submit Application:
Click “Submit Application” and save your application. Note your application reference number for tracking.
Post Online Application Procedure:
- Print and Submit Hard Copy:
After submitting the online application, print the application, sign it, and submit it along with all the uploaded documents (such as certificates, mark sheets, fee receipts, etc.) to the concerned Deputy Director (Non-Reserved Category) or District Social Welfare Officer, either in person or via courier.
Application Tracking:
- Applicants can track their application status online through the portal.
Documents Required
- Duly Filled Application Form.
- Self-Declaration Form.
- Non-Reserved Category Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Residence Proof.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card.
- Admission Letter/Bonafide Certificate from School/College.
- Leaving Certificate (LC).
- Copy of Class 10 Mark Sheet.
- Details of Tuition/Coaching Fee (Receipt).
- Copy of Bank Passbook.
- Proof of Operational History of the Coaching Institute:
Must show the institute has been operational for at least 3 years, along with its registration number. - Proof of Fee Payment (Receipt).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which students are eligible for coaching assistance?
Non-reserved category students from the Science stream preparing for JEE, GUJCET, or NEET. - What is the minimum percentage required in Class 10 for eligibility?
A minimum of 70% marks in Class 10th/11th/12th. - How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
Up to ₹20,000 per year per student or the actual fee paid, whichever is lower. - What is the annual family income limit for coaching assistance?
The annual family income should be ₹4,50,000 or less. - What type of fee receipt is required for coaching assistance?
A fee receipt that verifies the tuition/coaching fee paid, as per the specified format. - What documents are required for coaching assistance?
All documents listed above, including academic certificates, income proof, residence proof, and proof of coaching institute’s operational history. - Should percentile rank or percentage be considered for Class 10 marks?
The scheme requires a minimum of 70% marks. - Will a domicile certificate be accepted as proof of 10 years of education in Gujarat?
Typically, proof of residence is required rather than educational domicile; check official guidelines for details. - Which authority’s income certificate is valid for this scheme?
The income certificate should be issued by the competent authority as per the guidelines. - From which authorities can the non-reserved category certificate be obtained?
The certificate can be issued by the designated government authority responsible for caste categorization. - Will a Leaving Certificate (LC) be accepted as proof of 10 years of education in Gujarat?
Yes, a Leaving Certificate is accepted. - What should be done after submitting the online application?
Print the application, sign it, and submit the hard copy along with all required documents to the designated office. - What happens if the hard copy of the application is not submitted after applying online?
The application may be considered incomplete and could result in rejection of the claim.