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State Government Scheme

6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad

The scheme aims to reduce financial stress for ST students pursuing foreign education by providing up to ₹1,50,000 subsidy on interest for 3 years.

Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
Gujarat
Category
Education & Learning, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
How to Apply
Offline

About the 6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad Scheme

The "6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad" scheme was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to support Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing higher education abroad by reducing their financial burden. Under this scheme, beneficiaries receive an interest subsidy on education loans with a maximum subsidy for three years.

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Benefits

  • Interest subsidy of 6% per annum on loans taken through banks for foreign education.
  • Maximum subsidy of ₹1,50,000 for 3 years.
  • Applicable on loans up to ₹25,00,000.

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Eligibility Criteria

  1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat’s tribal areas.
  2. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
  3. The applicant must have passed Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent examination.
  4. The applicant must have secured admission in a recognized foreign university for higher studies.

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How to Apply for 6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad

Application mode: Offline

Step 1:**** The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) at the office of the Project Administrator, Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation, Gandhinagar, and all tribal district offices and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attestted, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the Tribal District Sponsorship Administrator.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the office of the Tribal District Sponsorship Administrator. to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad scheme?

The &quot;6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad&quot; scheme was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to support Scheduled Tribe (ST) students pursuing higher education abroad by reducing their financia…

Who is eligible for 6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad?

The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat’s tribal areas. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe category. The applicant must have passed Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent examination. The applicant must have secured admission in a recognized foreign university for higher…

What benefits does 6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad provide?

Interest subsidy of 6% per annum on loans taken through banks for foreign education. Maximum subsidy of ₹1,50,000 for 3 years. Applicable on loans up to ₹25,00,000. <br

How can I apply for 6% Interest Subsidy on Loans taken through Banks for Study Abroad?

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) at the office of the Project Administrator, Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation, Gandhinagar, and all tribal district offices and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively en…

Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.

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