Digital Gujarat Scholarship

Digital Gujarat Scholarship is run by the Government of Gujarat. There are about 34 scholarships that are available under this scheme and they are meant for giving financial assistance to underprivileged students.

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Updated on Jan 05, 2024 0:29PM IST

About Digital Gujarat Scholarship

The Digital Gujarat Scholarship is a significant scholarship for the state's underprivileged students. Interested applicants who are eligible for the scholarship can win specific prizes and financial benefits. If you are also interested, you can easily apply for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship through the web portal - Gujarat Scholarship Portal. In addition, you can check the status of a scholarship matching your prerequisites online, regardless of your category or caste.

The scholarship programme officially started for students from OBC, Scheduled caste, Scheduled Tribe, and other underprivileged communities. Scholarships are available through the Digital Gujarat Portal for both boys and girls starting from Class 1 up to higher education including students enrolled in graduation, postgraduate and doctoral programmes. 

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Highlights of Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2023

Given below are the main highlights of the Digital Gujarat Scholarship programme. 

Particulars

Details

Name of ScholarshipDigital Gujarat Scholarship
Provided byGovernment of Gujarat
Official Websitedigitalgujarat.gov.in
Provided for Class 1 to 12, Graduate, Postgraduate & Doctoral level
Amount of Scholarship
  • INR 1.20 Lakh for rural areas
  • INR 1.50 Lakh for urban areas
Mode of RegistrationOnline
Eligibility Criteria
  • Students from Std 1 to post-graduation level are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
  • This scholarship is also applicable to the students belonging to SC, ST, SEBC and other categories.
  • Students must score above 70% in the 10th standard from a well-recognized board.
  • The annual income of the applicant’s family must not be more than INR 2.5 lakh.
Documents Required During Registration
  • annual income certificate of the family
  • passbook front page scanned copy/ cancelled cheque
  • two passport size photographs of the current year
  • admission fee receipt of the course for which the scholarship is to be availed
  • self-attested marksheet of the last qualification
  • self-attested Caste certificate for the categories including SC/ ST/ OBC etc.
Pre-Matric Scholarship
  • Pre Matric Scholarship (Std 1 to 8) For NT-DN
  • Pre Matric Scholarship (Std 1 to 8) For EBC
  • Pre Matric Scholarship (Std 1 to 8) For SEBC
  • Pre Matric Scholarship (Std 1 to 8) For Minority
  • Pre-Matric Scholarship for Std 9th & 10th Students (less than 2.5 lakh)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship (Std 9 to 10) (more than 2.5 lakh)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship for Most Backward (Std 9 to 10) (more than 2.5 Lakh)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship for Most Backward (Std 1 to 8)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship (Std 1 to 8)
  • Scholarship For Most Backward Class Among SC Students (Std 1 to 8)
  • Scholarship For Most Backward Class Among SC Students (Std 9 to 10)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship For SC (Std 9 to 10)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship For SC (Std 1 to 8)
  • Pre Matric Scholarship For SC Students (GoI) (Std 9 to 10)
  • Scholarship for Those Engaged in Cleaning & Prone to Health Hazards Occupation (Std 1 to 8) 
  • Scholarship for Those Engaged in Cleaning and Prone to Health Hazards Occupation (Std 9 to 10)
  • Scholarship to Disabled Student for Std 1 to 8 (General, SEBC, Minority)
  • Scholarship to Disabled Student for Std 9 to 12 (General, SEBC, Minority)
Post-Matric Scholarship
  • Fellowship Scheme
  • Higher Education Scheme
  • Research Scholarship
  • Food Bill Assistance to SC Students
  • Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil, Ph.D For SC Students
  • Scholarship/Stipend to SC Students for ITI/Professional Courses
  • Post Matric Scholarship for SC girls student only (Having annual family income more than 6 Lac) (State Government Scheme)
  • Post Matric Scholarship for SC girls student only (Having annual family income between 2.50 Lac to 6 Lac) (State Government Scheme)
  • Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship
  • Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for technical and professional courses (NTDNT, EBC, SEBC)
  • Food Bill Assistance For Medical,Engineering Students (NTDNT)
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Who Can Apply for Digital Gujarat Scholarship?

This scholarship programme is open to students from first grade to postgraduate level. This scholarship scheme is open to students from the SC/ BC/ Minority/ ST/ SEBC/ NTDNT/ other backward classes/ Valmiki/ Nadiya/  Hadi/ Turi/ Senva/ Garo-Garoda/ Dalit-Bava/ Tirgar/ Turi-Barot/ Tirbanda/ Matang/ Thori community.

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List of Digital Gujarat Scholarships and their Department Name

Students can check out the complete list of Digital Gujarat Scholarship, the name of their respective departments and their application period in the table provided below.

Name of Scholarship

Application          Period        

Name of Department

Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana, Gujarat

June - November

Education Department, Government of Gujarat

Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Scholarships to the Disabled Students, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (NTDNT), Gujarat

June - November 

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Post SSC Scholarships for Boys (NTDNT) Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Post SSC Scholarship for Boys (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Higher Secondary Scholarship (Minority), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Food Bill Assistance to SC Students, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Food Bill Assistance for Medical/Engineering Students (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Educational Assistance for NTDNT Students Studying in Self-Financed College, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (EBC), Gujarat

June - November 

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil and Ph.D. Students (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (NTDNT), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Instrumental Assistance for Medical, Engineering, Diploma Students (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (Minority), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Gujarat

August - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Higher Education Scheme, Gujarat

June - November

Government of Gujarat

Scholarships to SC Students for ITI/Professional Studies, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students, Gujarat

August - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Scholarship for the Students of Government Colleges, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Fellowship Scheme, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Research Scholarship, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for ITI Courses, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Post Matric Scholarship for OBC students, Gujarat

August - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

War Concession Scheme, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

EBC Fees Exemption Scheme, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat

Instrumental Help to SC Students (Medical, Engineering, Diploma Courses), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Scholarship for Students Studying at Dr. Ambedkar or Indira Gandhi Open University (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil & Ph.D. (SC) Students, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Post Matric Scholarship for ST Girl Students, Gujarat

August - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Instrumental Assistance for First-year Students of Medical/Engineering/Diploma Courses, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Food Bill Assistance in College Attached Hostels, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Higher Secondary Scholarship (SEBC), Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

Special Scholarship for Boys and Girls Students, Gujarat

June - November

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat

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Steps to Register for Digital Gujarat Scholarships

Students must follow the steps provide below to register for Digital Gujarat Scholarship :

  • Visit the Digital Gujarat Scholarship  official website, https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/.
  • On its homepage, click on the Register option to open the registration form.
  • Fill out the form with all of the necessary information, such as your phone number, email address, password, captcha code and so on.
  • Click on the Save button.
  • After saving, an OTP will be generated on your registered mobile number. 
  • Enter the OTP you received and click the Confirm button.
  • A new page will appear on the screen, where you can update your profile.
  • Now, Click on the Login option.
  • Enter your username and password to access your registered account.
  • Upload all of the necessary documents required.
  • Furthermore, click the Student Corner option and choose your desired scholarships based on your eligibility.
  • The relevant scholarship will appear on your screen.
  • Choose your preferred language.
  • Read all the instructions carefully and then click on the Continue to Service button.
  • Review your complete application form.
  • Finally, click the Submit button to finish the process.
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Digital Gujarat Scholarship Eligibility Criteria and Awards

Students can check out the complete eligibility criteria and awards for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship:

Scholarship Name

Eligibility

Awards

Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana, Gujarat

Students with an 80% or higher on their 10th or 12th grade exams and have been accepted into the first year of a diploma or degree programme may apply. Students who have received a diploma with a GPA of 65% or higher and have been accepted into the first or second year of a degree programme are eligible to apply. The total annual income of the family should not exceed INR 6 lakh.

Tuition fees of up to INR 2,000,000.

INR 12,000 in hostel food assistance

Equipment assistance worth up to INR 10,000.

Scholarships to the Disabled Students, Gujarat

Students with at least a 40% disability percentage are eligible to apply. Students in grades 1 through 12 are eligible for the award.The annual income of the family should not exceed INR 50,000. The prior exam must be passed with at least 40% of the possible points.It is necessary to have had consistent and excellent attendance in the previous session.

INR 1,000 per year for students in Classes 1–7 Students and Class 8 to 12 will receive INR 1,500 or INR 5,000 per year.

Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (NTDNT), Gujarat

The applicant must be a female student from Class 11th to Ph.D. The scholarship is open to girls who come under the NTDNT category.

INR 280 per month

Post SSC Scholarships for Boys (NTDNT) Gujarat

Students who fall into the NTDNT category and are enrolled in classes ranging from grade 11 to doctoral level are eligible to apply. The annual income of the family should be less than INR 1.50 lakh (for urban areas) and INR 1.20 lakh (for rural areas).

INR 280 per month

Post SSC Scholarship for Boys (SEBC), Gujarat

The applicant must be a male student from Class 11th to Ph.D. Female students in the SEBC category are eligible for the grant.

INR 280 per month

Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (SEBC), Gujarat

The applicant must be a female student from class 11th to Ph.D. Female students in the SEBC category are eligible for the grant.

INR 280 per month


 

Food Bill Assistance to SC Students, Gujarat

SC applicants must be students enrolled in engineering or medical programmes. The total annual income of the family should not exceed INR 2.50 lakh.

INR 1,000 for 10 months

Food Bill Assistance for Medical/Engineering Students (SEBC), Gujarat

SEBC students enrolled in a medical or engineering programme in a college-connected dorm are eligible to apply. The total annual income of the family should not exceed INR 2.50 lakh.

INR 1,200 per month

Educational Assistance for NTDNT Students Studying in Self-Financed College, Gujarat

Students in the NTDNT category who are enrolled in a self-funded college are eligible to apply.A family’s annual income should not exceed INR 2 lakh.

Eligible candidates can receive financial assistance of up to INR 50,000 to cover expenses such as examination fees, registration fees, and any additional related costs.

Higher Secondary Scholarship (Minority), Gujarat

Minority community students in classes 11 and 12 are eligible for the scholarship.The household should make less than INR 1.50 lakh annually.

INR 1,140 per annum

Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil. and Ph.D. Students (SEBC), Gujarat

Students that fall under the SEBC category and are enrolled in a Ph.D. or M.Phil. program may apply.The family’s total annual income shouldn’t be higher than INR 45,760.

INR 25,000 for M.Phil. Students

INR 30,000 for Ph.D. Students

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (NTDNT), Gujarat

Students that come under the NTDNT category and are enrolled in a professional or technical program can apply.The family’s annual income should not exceed INR 1.20 lakh (for rural areas) and INR 1.50 lakh (for urban areas).

INR 125 per month for one year of professional study

For government ITI, the monthly fee is INR 400.

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (EBC), Gujarat

Students enrolled in a professional or technical program who fall under the EBC category are eligible to apply.The family’s annual income should not be more than INR 1.20 lakh (for rural areas) and INR 1.50 lakh (for urban areas).

INR 125 per month for a one-year professional study

INR 400 per month for government ITI

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (Minority), Gujarat

Minority students in professional or technical programs can apply. The family’s annual income should not be more than INR 1.20 lakh (for rural areas) and INR 1.50 lakh (for urban areas).

INR 125 per month for a one-year professional study.

INR 400 per month for government ITI.

Instrumental Assistance for Medical, Engineering, Diploma Students (SEBC), Gujarat

Candidates for the SEBC who are currently in medical, engineering, and diploma programs may apply. The household income should not be more than INR 2.50 lakh annually.

Medical students will be awarded INR 10,000 and INR 5,000 will be awarded to engineering students. Students pursuing a diploma will receive INR 3,000.

Higher Education Scheme, Gujarat

Students in Class 11th and 12th as well as college students who are enrolled in programs in engineering, medicine, ayurveda, commerce, arts, science, law, fine arts, pharmacy,  post-graduate studies etc. can apply.The family’s annual income should not be more than INR 2.5 lakh.

INR 1,000 to INR 6,000 per annum

Scholarships to SC Students for ITI/Professional Studies, Gujarat

Students that come under the SC category and are currently in an ITI or professional course can apply. The family’s annual income should not be more than INR 47,000 (for rural areas) or INR 68,000. (for urban areas).

INR 400 per month

Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students, Gujarat

Students in the SC category can apply. The household income should not be more than INR 2.50 lakh annually. Students who are currently in correspondence or distance learning programs can apply.

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Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students, Gujarat

Students that fall under the ST category and are currently in classes from 11th grade through graduate level may apply. Students who are enrolled in correspondence or distance learning programs can apply. The family’s total annual income should not be more than INR 2.5 lakh.

Variable

Fellowship Scheme, Gujarat

Students in class 11th through graduate level who identify as SC, ST, SEBC, or another category are eligible to apply. The family’s total annual income should not be more than INR 2.5 lakh. Minimum 70% of the required marks must be earned in class 10th.

INR 2,000 per month for secondary school

INR 3,000 per month for graduation

INR 5,000 per month for post-graduation.

Research Scholarship, Gujarat

Postgraduate students interested in a Ph.D. research program in physics, biology, microbiology,  zoology, chemistry, and mathematics are eligible to apply.The student should have earned second-class grades in the necessary topics and completed the BSc and MSc programs. The applicants’ age limit is 25.

Variable

Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for ITI Courses, Gujarat

You can apply if you’re an ITI (Technical, Diploma, Industrial, and Professional) student.

Variable

Scholarship for the Students of Government Colleges, Gujarat

Students at government colleges, majoring in the humanities, sciences and business can apply.

The first place holder will receive INR 3,000.

The second-place holder will receive INR 2,000.

The third place holder will receive INR 1,000.

War Concession Scheme, Gujarat

Wards of war-martyred jawans who are currently in public or nonprofit universities can apply for this program.

Free studentship with fee concession and other educational facilities

EBC Fees Exemption Scheme, Gujarat

Students who are currently enrolled in graduate school may apply. Full scholarships will be awarded to students who received more than 60% in class 12, while half scholarships will be awarded to students who received less than 60% in class 12. A minimum of 50% marks at the graduate level is required for renewal. A family's annual income should not exceed INR 2.50 lakh.  

Full or half fee exemption

Instrumental Help to SC Students (Medical, Engineering, Diploma Courses), Gujarat

Students enrolled in an engineering, medical, or diploma programme in the SC community are eligible to apply. The total annual income of the family should not exceed INR 44,500.

INR 3,000 on purchased equipment

Post Matric Scholarship for OBC students, Gujarat

Students in the OBC category enrolled in classes from grade 11 to graduate level are eligible to apply. The total annual income of the family should not exceed INR 1 lakh.

INR 750 per month

Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil. & Ph.D. (SC) Students, Gujarat

This award is available to SC students enrolled in M.Phil. or Ph.D. programmes. The total annual income of the family must be less than INR 2 lakh.

INR 2,500 per month (for M.Phil. program)

INR 3,000 per month (for Ph.D. program)

Post Matric Scholarship for ST Girl Students, Gujarat

ST female students enrolled in a regular course at an accredited university or institution are eligible for the programme. The annual income of a family should not exceed INR 2.50 lakh.

Variable

Scholarship for Students Studying at Dr. Ambedkar or Indira Gandhi Open University (SEBC), Gujarat

Students from the SEBC category attending Dr. Ambedkar or Indira Gandhi Open Universities are eligible to apply.

Variable

Food Bill Assistance in College Attached Hostels, Gujarat

This programme is open to students from the ST community who are enrolled in a regular course at an accredited college. As a family, applicants must earn less than INR 2.50 lakh per year.

Food bill assistance

Higher Secondary Scholarship (SEBC), Gujarat

Students in class 11 or 12 who come under the SEBC category are eligible to apply.

INR 1,140 per annum

Instrumental Assistance for First-year Students of Medical/Engineering/Diploma Courses, Gujarat

Students from the ST community who are in their first year of Engineering, Medical, or Diploma programmes are eligible to apply. The annual family income cannot be more than INR 2.50 lakh.The scholarship is only available for full-time courses at a government-approved college.

Reimbursement for first year against the purchased instrument

Special Scholarship for Boys and Girls Students, Gujarat

Students in grades 1st through 10th are eligible to apply.He or she should be from the communities of Valmiki, Hadi, Nadiya, Turi, Senva, Vankar Sadhu, Garo-Garoda, Tirgar/Tirbanda, Turi-Barot, Matang, and Thori.He or she must have a minimum of 70% attendance at school.

INR 650

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Step by Step Process to Check Digital Gujarat Scholarship Status

The complete process for Digital Gujarat Scholarship Status is very simple and clear. Students who have applied for a scholarship through this portal can track the status of their current year's application online by logging in to their dashboard with their email Id/mobile number, and password, and checking the captcha. Students who want their Digital Gujarat Scholarship status from the previous academic year can do so by following the steps given below:

  • Step 1: Go to the Digital Gujarat portal's official website.
  • Step 2: On the right side of the dashboard, click the 'Login' button.
  • Step 3: To login, enter your mobile number/email ID, password, and check the captcha.
  • Step 4: Click on the "Scholarship" button.
  • Step 5: The current status of your online application will be displayed on the screen in the service request table under the 'Status' heading.

Note: Students must remember their login ID and password for their Digital Gujarat scholarship status.

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FAQs about Digital Gujarat Scholarship

Is the Digital Gujarat Scholarship need-based?

Yes, the Digital Gujarat Scholarship is need-based that is designed to provide financial assistance to students who come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and have a demonstrated financial need to support their education. It helps eligible students overcome financial barriers and pursue their academic goals.

How much money does the Digital Gujarat Scholarship cover?

The Digital Gujarat Scholarship covers up to Rs.1.20 Lakh for rural areas and up to Rs.1.50 Lakh for urban areas. 

Can I submit an online Digital Gujarat scholarship application form?

Yes, students submit an online Digital Gujarat scholarship application form on the official website @digitalgujarat.gov.in. Students interested in applying for these scholarships need to register on the official Digital Gujarat Scholarship portal and complete the online application process. They must provide documents and information to verify their eligibility.

What is a Post Matric Digital Gujarat Scholarship?

A Post Matric Digital Gujarat Scholarship is a scholarship programme that offers financial assistance to students who have completed their secondary education, i.e. matriculation or its equivalent, and are pursuing higher education at the post-secondary or post-matriculation level. Applicants for this scholarship must exhibit financial need and belong to economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

What are the various types of Digital Gujarat Scholarship?

The various types of Digital Gujarat Scholarship are Pre-Matric Scholarships and Post-Matric Scholarships. These scholarships provide financial support to students belonging to economically weaker backgrounds in the form of fee waivers, tuition assistance, and stipends to cover educational expenses.

Is there any Digital Gujarat Scholarship for Class 12 passed students?

Yes, there are Digital Gujarat Scholarships for Class 12 passed students. The Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (NTDNT) is applicable to female students from Class 11th to Ph.D. The Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil. and Ph.D. Students (SEBC) is designed for students that fall under the SEBC category and are enrolled in a Ph.D. or M.Phil. programme. The Higher Education Scheme is aimed to provide financial assistance to college students who are enrolled in programs in engineering, medicine, ayurveda, commerce, arts, science, law, fine arts, pharmacy,  post-graduate studies etc.

What are the key eligibility conditions to be qualified for Digital Gujarat Scholarships?

Eligibility for the Digital Gujarat Scholarships is based on factors such as family income, academic performance, and category (e.g., SC/ST, OBC, minority community, etc.). Applicants must be permanent residents of the state of Gujarat enrolled in Std 1 to Std 12 up to higher education. The annual income of the applicant’s family must not exceed INR 2,50,000.

What is the Digital Gujarat Scholarship last date?

The Digital Gujarat Scholarship last date to submit applications is November 2024. Online applications can be submitted on the official website @digitalgujarat.gov.in. 

Is there any fee to register for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship?

No, there is no fee to register for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship. The registration process is free of charge since this scholarship programme is designed to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker backgrounds. Charging a fee for registration might go against the purpose of the Digital Gujarat Scholarship programme.

What is the Digital Gujarat Scholarship?

The Digital Gujarat Scholarship refers to a scholarship programme offered by the Government of Gujarat in India aimed at providing financial assistance to eligible students who are permanent residents of the state of Gujarat and pursuing various levels of education, from the 1st standard up to higher education. The program is specifically designed to support students from economically weaker sections of society.

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