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Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana
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Overview
This scheme introduced by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support meritorious students by providing scholarships from Class 6th to Class 12th in selected schools.
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Description
The scheme "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat aims to select 30,000 brilliant students who have completed their Class 5 education consecutively in government, aided, or RTE-approved schools and provide them with scholarships to study in selected government, aided, or private schools from Class 6th to Class 12th. The selection is done through a Common Entrance Test conducted by the State Examination Board, Gandhinagar.
Benefits
• > **Government Schools and Government -aided Schools (Approved by Education Department):**
• For Class 6th to 8th: ₹5,000/- per year.
• For Class 9th to 10th: ₹6,000/- per year.
• For Class 11th to 12th: ₹7,000/- per year.
• > **Private (Selected) Schools:**
• For Class 6th to 8th: ₹20,000/- per year.
• For Class 9th to 10th: ₹22,000/- per year.
• For Class 11th to 12th: ₹25,000/- per year.
• > **Frequency of Disbursement:**
• Disbursed annually in two installments; the first 50% is given after confirmation of at least 80% attendance in the first semester.
• <br>
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
2. The applicant must be a student.
3. The applicant must have studied Classes 1st to 5th in a Government/ Government-aided/ RTE-approved self-financed primary school in Gujarat.
4. The applicant must have passed the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the State Examination Board and be listed in the merit list.
5. The applicant must have taken admission in Class 6th in a Government/ Government-aided/ RTE-approved self-financed primary school in Gujarat.
6. <br>
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the official website: http://gssyguj.in.
Online
Step 1: Visit the official website: http://gssyguj.in.
Step 2: Step 2: Register online using the 18-digit CTS Aadhaar UDI number.
Online
Step 2: Register online using the 18-digit CTS Aadhaar UDI number.
Step 3: Step 3: Provide mobile number, verify using OTP, and set a password to complete registration.
Online
Step 3: Provide mobile number, verify using OTP, and set a password to complete registration.
Step 4: Step 1: Log in using the registered Aadhaar number and password.
Online
Step 1: Log in using the registered Aadhaar number and password.
Step 5: Step 2: Fill out the online application form carefully, including personal details, school details (UDISE number), category (SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS), and residence type (Urban/Rural).
Online
Step 2: Fill out the online application form carefully, including personal details, school details (UDISE number), category (SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS), and residence type (Urban/Rural).
Step 6: Step 3: Upload the required documents including caste certificate (if applicable).
Online
Step 3: Upload the required documents including caste certificate (if applicable).
Step 7: Step 4: Preview the form, save and submit it online.
Online
Step 4: Preview the form, save and submit it online.
Step 8: Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Online
Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Step 9: Step 6: Regularly check the website and registered mobile number for updates and merit list announcements.
Online
Commissioner of Schools
Address: Block-9, 1 st floor, J.M.Bhavan, Old sachivalaya, Gandhinagar
Tel. no. : 079-23254011
Other office: 079-23254014
E-mail: [email protected]
Required Documents
• Income Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is a scheme launched by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat to provide financial assistance to 30,000 meritorious students from Class 6th to Class 12th so that they can pursue uninterrupted education.
<br>
Q: Who conducts the selection process under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The selection process under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is conducted by the State Examination Board, Gandhinagar, through a Common Entrance Test and students are shortlisted based on a merit list.
<br>
Q: Who can apply for the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The applicant can apply for the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" if they have completed Class 1st to 5th in a Government/ Government-aided, or RTE-approved school and secured admission in Class 6th.
<br>
Q: Is there any family income limit under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: There is no family income limit for applying to the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana," and students from all economic backgrounds are eligible if they fulfill the merit criteria.
<br>
Q: What is the scholarship amount for government school students under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: For government school students, the scholarship amount under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is ₹5,000/- per year for Class 6th to 8th, ₹6,000/- per year for Class 9th to 10th, and ₹7,000/- per year for Class 11th to 12th.
<br>
Q: What is the scholarship amount for private school students under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: For private school students, the scholarship amount under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is ₹20,000/- per year for Class 6th to 8th, ₹22,000/- per year for Class 9th to 10th, and ₹25,000/- per year for Class 11th to 12th.
<br>
Q: How is the scholarship disbursed under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The scholarship under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is disbursed annually in two installments through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the student’s or school’s bank account.
<br>
Q: What is the attendance requirement for the scholarship under this scheme?
A: Under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana," students must have at least 80% attendance in the first semester to receive the first installment of 50% of the scholarship amount.
<br>
Q: What is the process to apply for the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The applicant can apply by visiting [http://gssyguj.in](https://gssyguj.in/), registering with CTS Aadhaar UDI number, filling the online form with correct details, uploading documents, and submitting the application online.
<br>
Q: How many students are selected every year under this scheme?
A: A total of 30,000 students are selected every academic year under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" based on the Common Entrance Test merit list published by the board.
<br>
The scheme "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat aims to select 30,000 brilliant students who have completed their Class 5 education consecutively in government, aided, or RTE-approved schools and provide them with scholarships to study in selected government, aided, or private schools from Class 6th to Class 12th. The selection is done through a Common Entrance Test conducted by the State Examination Board, Gandhinagar.
Benefits
• > **Government Schools and Government -aided Schools (Approved by Education Department):**
• For Class 6th to 8th: ₹5,000/- per year.
• For Class 9th to 10th: ₹6,000/- per year.
• For Class 11th to 12th: ₹7,000/- per year.
• > **Private (Selected) Schools:**
• For Class 6th to 8th: ₹20,000/- per year.
• For Class 9th to 10th: ₹22,000/- per year.
• For Class 11th to 12th: ₹25,000/- per year.
• > **Frequency of Disbursement:**
• Disbursed annually in two installments; the first 50% is given after confirmation of at least 80% attendance in the first semester.
• <br>
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
2. The applicant must be a student.
3. The applicant must have studied Classes 1st to 5th in a Government/ Government-aided/ RTE-approved self-financed primary school in Gujarat.
4. The applicant must have passed the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the State Examination Board and be listed in the merit list.
5. The applicant must have taken admission in Class 6th in a Government/ Government-aided/ RTE-approved self-financed primary school in Gujarat.
6. <br>
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the official website: http://gssyguj.in.
Online
Step 1: Visit the official website: http://gssyguj.in.
Step 2: Step 2: Register online using the 18-digit CTS Aadhaar UDI number.
Online
Step 2: Register online using the 18-digit CTS Aadhaar UDI number.
Step 3: Step 3: Provide mobile number, verify using OTP, and set a password to complete registration.
Online
Step 3: Provide mobile number, verify using OTP, and set a password to complete registration.
Step 4: Step 1: Log in using the registered Aadhaar number and password.
Online
Step 1: Log in using the registered Aadhaar number and password.
Step 5: Step 2: Fill out the online application form carefully, including personal details, school details (UDISE number), category (SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS), and residence type (Urban/Rural).
Online
Step 2: Fill out the online application form carefully, including personal details, school details (UDISE number), category (SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS), and residence type (Urban/Rural).
Step 6: Step 3: Upload the required documents including caste certificate (if applicable).
Online
Step 3: Upload the required documents including caste certificate (if applicable).
Step 7: Step 4: Preview the form, save and submit it online.
Online
Step 4: Preview the form, save and submit it online.
Step 8: Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Online
Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Step 9: Step 6: Regularly check the website and registered mobile number for updates and merit list announcements.
Online
Commissioner of Schools
Address: Block-9, 1 st floor, J.M.Bhavan, Old sachivalaya, Gandhinagar
Tel. no. : 079-23254011
Other office: 079-23254014
E-mail: [email protected]
Required Documents
• Income Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is a scheme launched by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat to provide financial assistance to 30,000 meritorious students from Class 6th to Class 12th so that they can pursue uninterrupted education.
<br>
Q: Who conducts the selection process under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The selection process under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is conducted by the State Examination Board, Gandhinagar, through a Common Entrance Test and students are shortlisted based on a merit list.
<br>
Q: Who can apply for the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The applicant can apply for the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" if they have completed Class 1st to 5th in a Government/ Government-aided, or RTE-approved school and secured admission in Class 6th.
<br>
Q: Is there any family income limit under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: There is no family income limit for applying to the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana," and students from all economic backgrounds are eligible if they fulfill the merit criteria.
<br>
Q: What is the scholarship amount for government school students under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: For government school students, the scholarship amount under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is ₹5,000/- per year for Class 6th to 8th, ₹6,000/- per year for Class 9th to 10th, and ₹7,000/- per year for Class 11th to 12th.
<br>
Q: What is the scholarship amount for private school students under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: For private school students, the scholarship amount under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is ₹20,000/- per year for Class 6th to 8th, ₹22,000/- per year for Class 9th to 10th, and ₹25,000/- per year for Class 11th to 12th.
<br>
Q: How is the scholarship disbursed under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The scholarship under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is disbursed annually in two installments through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the student’s or school’s bank account.
<br>
Q: What is the attendance requirement for the scholarship under this scheme?
A: Under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana," students must have at least 80% attendance in the first semester to receive the first installment of 50% of the scholarship amount.
<br>
Q: What is the process to apply for the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana"?
A: The applicant can apply by visiting [http://gssyguj.in](https://gssyguj.in/), registering with CTS Aadhaar UDI number, filling the online form with correct details, uploading documents, and submitting the application online.
<br>
Q: How many students are selected every year under this scheme?
A: A total of 30,000 students are selected every academic year under the "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" based on the Common Entrance Test merit list published by the board.
<br>
Eligibility Criteria
1
The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
2
The applicant must be a student.
3
The applicant must have studied Classes 1st to 5th in a Government/ Government-aided/ RTE-approved self-financed primary school in Gujarat.
4
The applicant must have passed the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the State Examination Board and be listed in the merit list.
5
The applicant must have taken admission in Class 6th in a Government/ Government-aided/ RTE-approved self-financed primary school in Gujarat.
6
<br>
Benefits
> **Government Schools and Government -aided Schools (Approved by Education Department):**
For Class 6th to 8th: ₹5,000/- per year.
For Class 9th to 10th: ₹6,000/- per year.
For Class 11th to 12th: ₹7,000/- per year.
> **Private (Selected) Schools:**
For Class 6th to 8th: ₹20,000/- per year.
For Class 9th to 10th: ₹22,000/- per year.
For Class 11th to 12th: ₹25,000/- per year.
> **Frequency of Disbursement:**
Disbursed annually in two installments; the first 50% is given after confirmation of at least 80% attendance in the first semester.
<br>
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Income Certificate. |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: Visit the official website: http://gssyguj.in.
Online Step 1: Visit the official website: http://gssyguj.in.
2
Step 2: Register online using the 18-digit CTS Aadhaar UDI number.
Online Step 2: Register online using the 18-digit CTS Aadhaar UDI number.
3
Step 3: Provide mobile number, verify using OTP, and set a password to complete registration.
Online Step 3: Provide mobile number, verify using OTP, and set a password to complete registration.
4
Step 1: Log in using the registered Aadhaar number and password.
Online Step 1: Log in using the registered Aadhaar number and password.
5
Step 2: Fill out the online application form carefully, including personal details, school details (UDISE number), category (SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS), and residence type (Urban/Rural).
Online Step 2: Fill out the online application form carefully, including personal details, school details (UDISE number), category (SC/ST/OBC/General/EWS), and residence type (Urban/Rural).
6
Step 3: Upload the required documents including caste certificate (if applicable).
Online Step 3: Upload the required documents including caste certificate (if applicable).
7
Step 4: Preview the form, save and submit it online.
Online Step 4: Preview the form, save and submit it online.
8
Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Online Step 5: Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
9
Step 6: Regularly check the website and registered mobile number for updates and merit list announcements.
Online Commissioner of Schools Address: Block-9, 1 st floor, J.M.Bhavan, Old sachivalaya, Gandhinagar Tel. no. : 079-23254011 Other office: 079-23254014 E-mail: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
The "Mukhyamantri Gyansetu Merit Scholarship Yojana" is a scheme launched by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat to provide financial assistance to 30,000 meritorious students from Class 6th to Class 12th so that they can pursue uninterrupted education. <br>
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