Gujarat SC Scholarship — e-Samaj Kalyan Apply

What is Gujarat SC Post-Matric Scholarship?

Gujarat Post-Matric Scholarship for Scheduled Caste (SC) Students provides full tuition fee reimbursement and monthly maintenance stipend to SC students studying after Class 10. It is implemented through the e-Samaj Kalyan portal (esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in) — Gujarat's unified social welfare schemes platform.

Key Benefits

Maintenance Allowance Rates

Who is Eligible?

• Gujarat resident SC (Scheduled Caste) student
• Studying in Class 11 onwards in a recognized Gujarat institution
• Family annual income: ₹2.5 lakh or below
• First-time applicants (fresh scholarship) or renewal (continuing students)
• Not already receiving full scholarship from another source

Documents Required

1. Aadhaar card
2. SC caste certificate from competent authority (Mamlatdar / Collector)
3. Income certificate (from Mamlatdar — annual income ≤₹2.5 lakh)
4. 8A (revenue record showing caste / land details — if applicable)
5. Admission receipt and fee receipt from institution
6. Previous year mark sheet
7. Bank passbook — student's Aadhaar-linked account
8. Photograph

How to Apply — e-Samaj Kalyan Portal

Step 1 — Register on e-Samaj Kalyan

Go to esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in:

• Click "New Registration"
• Enter Aadhaar, mobile, email
• Set password and complete registration

Step 2 — Fill Scholarship Application

Login → "Post Matric Scholarship for SC":

• Select academic year and course
• Enter institution details (name, course, fees)
• Fill personal and family income details
• Upload all documents

Step 3 — Institution Verification

Your college/ITI verifies enrollment and fee structure on the portal (institutions have their own login).

Step 4 — District Social Welfare Office Approval

District SC Welfare Officer verifies caste and income certificates.

Step 5 — Disbursement

• Tuition fee: Paid directly to institution (or reimbursed to student)
• Maintenance allowance: Credited monthly to student's bank account

Application Deadline

Applications typically open in June–August each year for the upcoming academic session. Do not wait until October — apply immediately after admission. Late applications may be rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I am an SC student in a private polytechnic in Ahmedabad. Can I get this scholarship?

Yes. Private recognized polytechnic / diploma institutions are covered. Tuition fees are reimbursed up to the government-approved rate. Apply at esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in.

2. I live in a hostel. How does that affect the scholarship?

Hostel students receive a higher maintenance allowance than day scholars (as shown in the table). You will need to provide a hostel admission certificate/fee receipt as proof.

3. My family income is ₹3 lakh. Am I eligible?

The income limit for the central post-matric SC scholarship is ₹2.5 lakh. At ₹3 lakh, you exceed the limit. Check if Gujarat's state-funded scholarship has a higher income limit (sometimes ₹4–6 lakh for state component). Consult the District SC Welfare Office.

4. I applied last year. Do I need to reapply every year?

Yes. You must renew your scholarship application each year on esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in. Renewal requires fresh caste certificate (or existing one if valid), current year fee receipt, and previous year mark sheet.

5. When do I get the tuition fee money?

Tuition fee is typically paid directly to the institution. The college submits its fee claim, and the government releases payment within 2–4 months. If there's a delay, contact the District SC Welfare Office with your scholarship reference number.

Other Scholarships on e-Samaj Kalyan

The portal also has scholarships for:

• ST students (tribal post-matric scholarship)
• OBC/SEBC students (Gujarat government scholarship)
• Minority students (pre-matric and post-matric)
• Differently-abled students (disability scholarship)

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