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Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools

Q: What is the primary objective of Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools?

The Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools is categorized under Social Welfare & Empowerment to provide targeted financial or developmental support to eligible beneficiaries in India.

Q: How do I apply for Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools?

Eligible applicants can verify required documents, check age and profession eligibility criteria on SchemeTrackerIndia, and submit their application through official government portals like myScheme or state welfare department sites.

Social Welfare & Empowerment Min Age: N/A Profession: All

🎯 Quick Insight

The Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools is a significant initiative categorized under Social Welfare & Empowerment. It is designed to provide targeted assistance to eligible beneficiaries, helping them achieve better outcomes in social welfare & empowerment.

Complexity Medium

Popularity High

Verification Jan 2026

📝 Overview & Benefits

Under this scheme, eligible students will receive financial assistance of up to ₹50,000 per year or the actual amount of their annual fees, whichever is lower.

This assistance will cover admission fees, tuition fees, hostel fees, food bills, books, uniforms, and other related expenses.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The student should belong to the Scheduled Caste Category of Gujarat.

The student should be studying in the selected/designated school.

The family income of the student should not be more than 10 times of the income determined for the poverty line. (For Rural Area: ₹6,00,000/- & for Urban Area: ₹6,00,000/).

Students entering Class 8th or 11th will be eligible for assistance only once every year.

Assistance is also available for Class 6 at Balachadi School, Jamnagar, and Sainik School, Kherwa.

Note: The Scheduled Caste (SC) students who are studying in famous private selected schools like Doon School, Dehradun; Sofiya School, Abu; Mayo School, Ajmer; Sainik School, Balachadi; Mahila Sainik School, Kherva; Dist. Mehsana, etc. are eligible to apply under the scheme.

🚀 Application Process

Offline

To avail the benefits of the scheme, eligible students may visit the nearest Office of the concerned District Deputy Director and Director, Scheduled Castes Welfare Office, Gandhinagar.

📄 Documents Required

Passport size photo

Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card

Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities

First Page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque

Educational certificate/Marksheet

Identity Card (School)

Any other documents as required

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the main objective of Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools?

The Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools is categorized under Social Welfare & Empowerment. Its primary objective is to deliver structured welfare, financial assistance, or developmental support to eligible beneficiaries across India.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

Eligibility depends on specific criteria such as minimum age (18+), occupation (Open to all eligible categories), domicile, and income limits. Review the eligibility section above for step-by-step guidance.

What documents are usually required for application?

Applicants generally require valid government identity proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or PAN), address proof, active bank account details for direct benefit transfer (DBT), income certificate, and photographs.

Where can I officially submit the application?

Applications can be submitted online through official central/state government portals (such as myScheme.gov.in or state welfare department portals) or offline at designated nodal offices and Common Service Centres (CSC).

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Before applying for Special Scholarship to SC..., ensure you have your Aadhar card and bank details ready. Most rejections happen due to mismatched documents.

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Category Social Welfare & Empowerment
Min Age 18+
Residency India
Status ● Active