Maintenance of Govt Boys and Girls Hostels (SC)

Description
The “Maintenance of Govt Boys and Girls Hostels SC ” scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to provide free residential facilities, meals, and educational support to scheduled caste SC students. Under this scheme, students who have passed class 10th and are pursuing further studies are accommodated in government-run hostels with free food, lodging, and academic resources.

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Benefits
• Free Accommodation in Government Hostels.
• Free Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
• Free Educational Facilities such as textbooks and study material.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
2. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
3. The applicant must have passed class 10th (SSC) or higher from GSEB/CBSE.1. The applicant must be enrolled in a regular course in a college within the same district as the hostel.
4. The boy student&#39;s annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000. No income limit for girl students.
5. The applicant must have scored at least 50% marks in the last annual exam.
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Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• Aadhaar Card
• Caste Certificate
• Gender Certificate (obtained from a competent authority)
• Proof of Residence (Electricity Bill, Rent Agreement, Voter ID, or Ration Card)
• Annual Family Income Certificate
• Mark Sheet of Last Examination Passed
• Admission Receipt or Letter from School/College
• School Leaving Certificate
• Bank Passbook (first page) or Cancelled Cheque
• Graduate/Postgraduate Mark Sheets (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Certificate for Child of Widow/Divorcee (if applicable)
• Orphan Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this hostel scheme?
A: SC (Scheduled Caste) students from Gujarat who have passed Class 10 and are pursuing further education.
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Q: What benefits are provided under this scheme?
A: Free hostel stay, meals, textbooks, and study environment.
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Q: Can students from other states apply?
A: No, only permanent residents of Gujarat are eligible.
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Q: Is distance education allowed for hostel admission?
A: No, admission is only for students in regular courses, not distance learning.
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Q: Where can I apply for this scheme?
A: Applications can be made online at https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in
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Q: Is there an application fee?
A: No, applying for this scheme is completely free.
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Q: Can old students reapply every year?
A: Yes, existing hostel students must reapply online annually.
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Q: Can I choose any hostel in Gujarat?
A: No. You must take admission in a college located in the same district as the hostel.
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Q: Is there a priority or merit system?
A: Yes, admission is given based on merit and availability of seats.
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Q: Whom should I contact for help?
A: Applicants can contact the Social Justice and Empowerment Department or visit the official portal for support.
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