Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2024-25: Complete Guide to Eligibility, Registration & Apply
Many students of Gujarat specially from rural areas cannot continue their higher educational journey, especially due to poor financial conditions despite having good grades and aspirations. Rising tuition fees and heavy educational expenses force students and their families to stop their educational career.
The Digital Gujarat Scholarship Program initiated by the state government provides. Based on your annual income, age, caste, and what you are studying all boys and girls from Grade 1 to Postgraduate Level are eligible to apply.
The Digital Gujarat Program covers students from poor backgrounds, including SEBC and EBC, as well as special categories such as SC, Minority, NT-DNT, Disabled students, and OBC. One can apply and check their eligibility status on our Digital Gujarat Portal by login to their account. Note that Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2024-25 has not been announced yet but is expected to be soon in October.
Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2024 -25
Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2024-25 Overview
Check this Overview of Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2024-25 officially announced at Digital Gujarat website .
| SC,ST, OBC, NTDNT, Disable and other minorities | All levels from Class 1 to 12th & Higher even Doctor level |
| Scholarship Amount in INR | 1.20 Lakh for rural & 1.50 Lakh for urban areas |
| Eligible candidates belonging to | SC,ST,OBC, NTDNT, Disable and other minorities |
| How To Register for Scholarship? | Online on Digital Gujarat Portal |
| Last Date of apply | Expected to be in December 2024 |
List of Scholarships Available under the Digital Gujarat Program
The Digital Gujarat Scholarship program offers financial aid to all students from various backgrounds pursuing their education. I have covered all the scholarships that come under this Digital Gujarat Program such as Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, and Higher Education scholarships. Below are detailed scholarships available through the Digital Gujarat Portal for all kinds of students like SEBC, EBC, minority, SC, and General.
Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY) For Matric Post Matric Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| 1. 80% or higher Marks in Matric and 12th grade , 2. Diploma holders with a GPA of 65% or higher and Family annual income should not exceed INR 6 lakh. | 1. 80% or higher Marks in Matric and 12th grade, 2. Diploma holders with a GPA of 65% or higher and Family annual income should not exceed INR 6 lakh. | Tuition fees of up to INR 2,00,000, food and other equipment assistance. |
Digital Gujarat Scholarships for Scheduled Caste SC Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Pre Matric Scholarships for SC Students (Classes 1-8) | SC students in Standard 1 to 8 | ₹1,000 per year |
| Pre Matric Scholarships for SC Students (Classes 9-10) | SC students in Standard 9 to 10 | ₹1,500 per year |
| Food Bill Assistance to SC Students | SC students in medical/engineering programs | ₹1,000 per month (10 months) |
| Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students | SC students in higher education | Variable |
| Instrumental Help to SC Students (Medical/Engineering/Diploma) | SC students in medical/engineering/diploma courses | ₹3,000 (one-time) |
Digital Gujarat Scholarship for Scheduled Tribe (ST) Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students | ST students in higher education | Variable |
| Post Matric Scholarship for ST Girl Students | ST female students in higher education | Variable |
| Food Bill Assistance in College Attached Hostels | ST students in college-attached hostels | Food bill assistance |
| Instrumental Assistance for First-year Students (Medical/Engineering/Diploma) | ST students in first year of medical/engineering/diploma | Reimbursement (one-time) |
Digital Gujarat Scholarship for Socially and Economically Backward Class (SEBC) Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Post SSC Scholarship for Boys (SEBC) | Male students from Class 11 to Ph.D. | ₹280 per month |
| Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (SEBC) | Female students from Class 11 to Ph.D. | ₹280 per month |
| Food Bill Assistance for Medical/Engineering Students (SEBC) | SEBC students in medical/engineering programs | ₹1,200 per month |
| Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil and Ph.D. Students (SEBC) | SEBC students in M.Phil and Ph.D. programs | ₹25,000 (M.Phil), ₹30,000 (Ph.D.) |
| Instrumental Assistance for Medical, Engineering, Diploma Students (SEBC) | SEBC students in medical/engineering/diploma courses | ₹10,000 (medical), ₹5,000 (engineering), ₹3,000 (diploma) |
Digital Gujarat Scholarship for Economically Backward Class (EBC) Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (EBC) | EBC students in technical/professional programs | ₹125 per month (one-year professional study), ₹400 per month (government ITI) |
| EBC Fees Exemption Scheme | Graduate students, family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh | Full or half fee exemption |
Digital Gujarat Scholarships for Minority Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Amount |
| Higher Secondary Scholarship (Minority) | Minority students in Classes 11 and 12 | ₹1,140 per annum |
| Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (Minority) | Minority students in technical/professional programs | ₹125 per month (one-year professional study), ₹400 per month (government ITI) |
Digital Gujarat Scholarship for Nomadic, Denotified, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (NTDNT) Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (NTDNT) | Female students from Class 11 to Ph.D. | ₹280 per month |
| Post SSC Scholarships for Boys (NTDNT) | Male students from Class 11 to Ph.D. | ₹280 per month |
| Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (NTDNT) | NTDNT students in technical/professional programs | ₹125 per month (one-year professional study), ₹400 per month (government ITI) |
Digital Gujarat Scholarships for Disabled Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Scholarships to Disabled Students, Gujarat | Students with at least 40% disability, Classes 1-12, family income ≤ ₹50,000 | ₹1,000 per year (Classes 1-7), ₹1,500 or ₹5,000 per year (Classes 8-12) |
Digital Gujarat Scholarship for Other Backward Class (OBC) Students
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Amount |
| Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students | OBC students from Class 11 to graduate level, family income ≤ ₹1 lakh | ₹750 per month |
Digital Gujarat Scholarships for Higher Education …General Category
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Stipend |
| Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana | High academic performance, family income ≤ ₹6 lakh | Up to ₹2,000,000 (tuition), ₹12,000 (hostel food), ₹10,000 (equipment) |
| Scholarships to Disabled Students | 40% disability, annual income ≤ ₹50,000 | ₹1,000 (Classes 1-7), ₹1,500 or ₹5,000 (Classes 8-12) |
| Higher Education Scheme | Various courses, family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh | ₹1,000 to ₹6,000 per annum |
| Research Scholarship | Postgraduate students, age ≤ 25 | Variable |
| Scholarship for Students of Government Colleges | Government college students | ₹3,000 (1st place), ₹2,000 (2nd place), ₹1,000 (3rd place) |
| War Concession Scheme | Wards of war-martyred jawans | Free studentship, fee concession |
| EBC Fees Exemption Scheme | Graduate students, family income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh | Full or half fee exemption |
| Special Scholarship for Boys and Girls Students | Students from specific communities, 70% attendance | ₹650 |
Who Can Apply for Digital Gujarat Scholarship?
Regardless of your grade level, scholarships have been announced for all students having Gujarat citizenship. Whether you are in Grade 1 or have completed postgraduate studies at any reputable university, you are eligible for it. Mentioned below categories can apply if they are unable to meet educational expenditures
- Scheduled Castes SC
- Nomadic Denotified Tribes ND
- Nomadic and Denotified Tribes NTD
- Backward Classes such as Valmiki, Nadiya, Turi and Thori community
- Minority like Muslims and Christian
- Scheduled Tribes ST
- Socially and Educationally Backward Classes SEBC
Required Documents List For Digital Gujarat Scholarship
Some Additional Documents You may Require
General Eligibility Criteria to Get Enroll in Digital Gujarat Program
The eligibility criteria for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship can vary depending on the specific program you are applying for. However, some general requirements include:
- Applicant must be a resident of Gujarat with native domicile of it.
- Applicants must be above mentioned categories like SC, ST, OBC, etc.
- Applicants must have an 80% grade in any reputable board examination .
- In the case of post-matric applicants must be enrolled in any diploma program or studying at any well-recognized university in Gujarat.
- Family income should not exceed INR 2.5 lakh in case of post matric
- scholarship and 5 lakh for diploma or degree program.
- In case if a student is disabled, disability should be at least 40%.
Applicants must not receive any other scholarship from the Government.
How To Register For Digital Gujarat Scholarship: Step By Step Guide
To register for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship, simply visit the Digital Gujarat Portal. Sign in using your email or phone number, create a secure password, and solve the captcha. Here is step by step process
- Tap the Register button at the top-right of the website.
- Sign in using your Email ID, Aadhar Card, or Phone Number.
- Enter a valid username.
- Select a strong password with at least one symbol like @,# or any symbol within it.
- Solve the captcha by entering the number shown in the box.
- Hit the Login button.
- You will receive a confirmation message—your registration is complete!
- Your registration is now completed. Proceed to the next step to apply for the scholarship.
How to Fill the Form For Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2024-25
After logging into your Digital Gujarat Portal, the next step is to fill out the application form without any mistakes. You will have to provide information in four phases
- Personal and Family Information
- Habitation and Lifestyle Details
- Educational Status and Scholarship List
- Bank Details and Submission of Documents
Follow these step-by-step guidelines to ensure accurate completion of the application
Personal Detail and Family Detail
| Full Name | Enter your complete name as it appears on official documents such as Aadhaar Card without doing any spelling Mistake. |
| Date of Birth | Put your birth date in the specified format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY). |
| Gender | Choose your appropriate gender. |
| Aadhaar Card Number | Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Card number without any error. |
| Mobile Number | Provide your active mobile number so that you can receive further updates regarding the application status. |
| Email Address | Enter a valid email address with which you have a password as well. |
| Disability Status | Click on Yes if you are disabled otherwise select No |
Family Detail Guide- Step by Step
| Father’s Name | Enter your father’s full name. |
| Father’s Occupation | Put your father’s occupation or profession. |
| Father’s Annual Income | Provide your father’s annual income in INR. |
| Mother’s Name | Enter your mother’s full name. |
| Caste/Category | Select your caste or category. |
| Religion | From which religion you belong, fill in the box. |
Habitation and Life Style Detail
Next phase after putting Personal and family details is Lifestyle and habitation information.
| Citizenship | Click Yes on your Gujarat Citizenship as scholarships are only for them |
| Type of Habitation | Put your correct habitation whether you own or rent your residence. |
| Location of Residence | Choose the right City, District and caste among options |
| Family Size | Indicate the total number of family members residing together. |
| Family Income | Provide the combined annual income of your family. |
| Resident in | Put whether you belong to rural or urban |
| Hostelites/Non Hostelites | If You are living in hostel click on yes otherwise no |
Educational Status and Choosing Scholarship
Third phase is choosing the right scholarship according to your preferences such as educational status, caste and area.
| Educational Qualification | Mention the highest education you have achieved from 1 to 12 or even master |
| Board/University | Select your board or university from which you obtained your qualifications. |
| Percentage Obtained | Provide your percentage or CGPA in the relevant examinations. |
| Course Pursuing | Specify the course/degree program you are currently doing. |
| Institution Name | Mention the name of the institution where you are studying. |
| Scholarship History | If you are receiving any scholarship click on yes otherwise no. No candidates are eligible for this. |
| Scholarship Preferences | Choose the right scholarship according to your category and educational status. You cannot choose two scholarships at a time. |
Bank Detail and Submission of Documents
This submission of correct bank details is the final and essential step to ensure you can get scholarship directly into your account. Educational certificates, income certificates, and other documents provide evidence to support your claims and eligibility for the scholarship. Here is what you have to put in this section.
| Bank Name | Select your right bank account to receive cash |
| Branch Name | Provide the name of the bank branch along with branch code. |
| Account Number | Enter your bank account number and name. |
| IFSC Code | Provide the Indian Financial System Code (IFSC) for your bank branch. |
| Document Upload | Upload one by one documents in the relevant section. I have mentioned required documents above in detail. |
How To Check Digital Gujarat Scholarship Status ?
Those who have applied for a scholarship can track their status through the Digital Gujarat Portal. This can be done by Logging into their portal through your email ID, Phone number, or Aadhaar Card . Here is how to check scholarship status online.
- Please note, it may take a few months to get approval, so stay patient.
Application Form and Last Date
Since the scholarships have not yet been announced and are expected in October, predicting the last date is difficult. Typically, the application opens for around two months once opened.