The “Tablet Assistance to Scheduled Caste Students” scheme, administered by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide digital learning support to students belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category in the 12th standard. The initiative ensures access to educational resources through tablets at a nominal fee.
Benefits
Eligible students will receive a tablet upon payment of a token fee of ₹1,000/-.
Eligibility Criteria
- The student must belong to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat.
- The student must be studying in the 12th standard.
- No income limit is applicable.
Note: The student should have received the tablet from the Education Department after paying the required fee.
Application Process
Online Mode
Eligible students can apply through the Digital Gujarat Portal by following these steps:
Visit the Portal
- Go to Digital Gujarat Portal.
- Click on ‘Register’ to create a new account.
Register/Login
- Enter Mobile Number, Email, and Set Password.
- Click on ‘Save’ to complete registration.
- Login using Mobile No./Email ID and Password.
Update Profile
- Click on ‘My Profile’ and update your details.
- Enter mandatory fields and submit OTP verification.
Select Scholarship Service
- Under ‘Scholarship Services’, select ‘SC Scheme’.
- Choose the relevant Financial Year and proceed.
Fill Application Form
- Read the instructions and click ‘Continue to Service’.
- Complete the application form and upload required documents.
Submit Application
- Click ‘Save as Draft’ to review the form.
- Agree to the terms & conditions, and click ‘Confirm & Final Submit’.
Note: Students may also contact their school principal to avail of the benefits.
Important Instructions
- Photo Uploading is mandatory for all applicants.
- Only one application per student is allowed; multiple submissions will lead to rejection.
- Providing wrong/misleading information may result in application rejection.
- Scanned documents must be clear; unreadable uploads will lead to rejection.
- Institution change is NOT allowed once the application is submitted.
- Individual submissions are NOT accepted for students within Gujarat; they must apply via their institution.
Documents Required
- Mandatory Documents:
- Passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar Card (Identity Proof)
- Caste Certificate (From Competent Authority)
- First Page of Bank Passbook / Canceled Cheque
- 12th Standard Marksheet (if available)
- School/College Identity Card
- Break Affidavit (if there is a gap of more than 1 year in education)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who administers the scheme?
The Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat.
Q: What are the benefits offered under the scheme?
Eligible students receive a tablet upon paying a ₹1,000/- token fee.
Q: What are the eligibility criteria?
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) of Gujarat.
- Must be studying in 12th standard.
- No income limit is applicable.
Q: Can students from other states apply?
No, only SC students from Gujarat are eligible.
Q: How can eligible students apply?
Through the Digital Gujarat Portal by following the application process mentioned above.
Sources & References
Official Website
Digital Gujarat Portal
Scheme Details (Page No. 89 & 9)
Notification by the Government of Gujarat