The “Private Tuition Assistance to Scheduled Caste Students Studying in Standard 11th & 12th (General Stream)” is implemented by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. This scheme provides financial assistance to SC students studying in Standard 11th and 12th (General Stream) who have secured 75% or more marks in the 10th Standard. The first 100 students selected on a merit basis at the state level will receive assistance for private tuition fees.
Benefits
- Standard 11th: ₹8,000/- per annum for private tuition fees.
- Standard 12th: ₹4,000/- per annum for private tuition fees.
Eligibility
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat.
- The student must be studying in Standard 11th & 12th (General Stream).
- The student must have obtained 75% or more marks in Standard 10th.
- The annual family income should not exceed ₹4.50 lakhs.
- Only the first 100 eligible students will receive the benefit based on merit.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Visit the nearest Office of the District Deputy Director (SCW) or Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare Office, Gandhinagar.
- Collect the application form from the concerned office.
- Fill in the mandatory fields in the application form and attach all the required documents.
- Submit the application form along with the documents to the concerned office before the deadline.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph.
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof).
- 10th Class Marksheet.
- Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities.
- First Page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque.
- Income Certificate from the Competent Authority.
- Last Year’s Marksheet (if any).
- Fee Receipt of the Current Course Year.
- Any other documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who implements this scheme?
A: The Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat implements this scheme.
Q: What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
A: Eligible students receive ₹8,000/- per annum (11th standard) and ₹4,000/- per annum (12th standard) for private tuition fees.
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: SC students of Gujarat studying Standard 11th & 12th (General Stream) with 75% or more marks in Standard 10th and a family income up to ₹4.50 lakhs.
Q: How many students receive assistance under this scheme?
A: Only the first 100 eligible students based on merit.
Q: How can I apply for the benefits of this scheme?
A: Visit the District Deputy Director (SCW) office, collect the form, fill it out, attach required documents, and submit it.
Q: Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
A: No, this scheme is only for Scheduled Caste students of Gujarat.
Q: Is there any specific stream requirement for the scheme?
A: Yes, only students studying in the General Stream in Standard 11th and 12th are eligible.