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State Government Scheme

Scholarship to Disabled Students

The scheme "Scholarship to Disabled Students" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department aims to provide financial assistance to students with disabilities. Through this scheme, annual scholarships are offered to support the education of eligible students from Class 1 onwards.

Persons with disability
Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
Gujarat
Category
Education & Learning
How to Apply
Online

About the Scholarship to Disabled Students Scheme

The scheme "Scholarship to Disabled Students" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support the educational needs of students with benchmark disabilities of more than 40%, as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Through this scheme, annual scholarships ranging from ₹1,500/- to ₹4,500/- are provided to students with disabilities studying from Class 1 onwards, depending on the level of education. The scheme is implemented by the Social Defense Division of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department. The objective is to encourage continued education among students with disabilities by providing financial assistance, especially for those who have achieved at least 40% marks in their last annual examination and possess a valid disability identity card.

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Benefits

Scholarship Assistance:

  • ₹1,500/- per year for students with disabilities studying in Class 1st to 8th.
  • ₹2,000/- to ₹4,500 per year for students studying in Class 9th and above.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
  • The applicant should be a student.
  • The applicant must have at least 40% of any of the 21 benchmark disabilities listed under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. - The applicant should have passed the last annual examination with a minimum of 40% marks.
  • The applicant should possess a valid PH (Person with Disability) Identity Card.
  • The applicant should be currently studying in a recognized educational institution.

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How to Apply for Scholarship to Disabled Students

Application mode: Online

&gt; How to Register:

Step 1: Visit the Digital Gujarat portal.

Step 2: The user should click on the &amp;quot;Click to register&amp;quot; option. Fill all details and click on &amp;quot;Save&amp;quot;.

&gt; How to Log In:

Step 1: Visit the Digital Gujarat portal.

Step 2: The user should click on the &amp;quot;Login&amp;quot; option.

Step 3: Enter all details and click on &amp;quot;Login&amp;quot;.

&gt; How to Apply for a New Service:

Step 1: After logging in, select the relevant department.

Step 2: Choose the specific service to apply for within that department.

Step 3: Fill out all required details in the application form.

Step 4: Upload, attach, or browse necessary documents. Alternatively, import documents directly from DigiLocker.

Step 5: Carefully review all entered information.

Step 6: Submit the application.

Step 7: Once the application is completed, proceed to payment to download the certificate.

Step 8: Upon successful payment, the certificate will be available for download.

Exclusions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Scholarship to Disabled Students scheme?

The scheme &amp;quot;Scholarship to Disabled Students&amp;quot; by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support the educational needs of students with benchmark disabilities of more than 40%, as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities…

Who is eligible for Scholarship to Disabled Students?

The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat. The applicant should be a student. The applicant must have at least 40% of any of the 21 benchmark disabilities listed under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. - The applicant should have passed the last annual examination with a minimum…

What benefits does Scholarship to Disabled Students provide?

Scholarship Assistance: ₹1,500/- per year for students with disabilities studying in Class 1st to 8th. ₹2,000/- to ₹4,500 per year for students studying in Class 9th and above.

How can I apply for Scholarship to Disabled Students?

&gt; How to Register: Step 1: Visit the Digital Gujarat portal. Step 2: The user should click on the &amp;quot;Click to register&amp;quot; option. Fill all details and click on &amp;quot;Save&amp;quot;. &gt; How to Log In: Step 1: Visit the Digital Gujarat portal. Step 2: The user should click on t…

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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