Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes Castes

Description
The “Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes Castes” was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to reduce school dropout rates and improve educational access among students belonging to Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes. Under this scheme, annual financial scholarships are provided to students from classes 1st to 10th studying in government and aided primary schools, ensuring they continue their education without financial hardship.

Benefits
• Boys (Class 1st to 8th): ₹750/- per annum
• Boys (Class 9th to 10th): ₹1,000/- per annum
• Girls (Class 1st to 5th): ₹500/- per annum
• Girls (Class 6th to 10th): ₹1,000/- per annum

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must belong to Notified Tribes or Denotified Tribes as recognized by the Government of Gujarat.
2. The applicant must be a student and studying in standard 1st to 10th.
3. The applicant must be studying in a government or government-aided primary or secondary school.
4. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
5. There is no income limit for students from standard 1st to 8th.
6. The applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000/- for classes 9th to 10th.
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Required Documents
• Passport-size Photo
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
• Income Certificate
• 10th/12th Standard Marksheet
• Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities
• First Page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: Students from Notified and Denotified Tribes studying in Std. 1 to 10 in Gujarat.
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Q: Is there any income limit to apply?
A: Yes, for standard 9th–10th, the family income must be under ₹6,00,000/-.
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Q: Can private school students apply?
A: No, only students in Government or Aided schools are eligible.
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Q: Can girls apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, the scheme is open to both boys and girls.
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Q: What is the scholarship amount?
A: ₹500 to ₹1,000 annually, depending on the student’s class and gender.
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Q: What documents are needed?
A: Aadhar, caste certificate, school ID, income proof (if required), and bank details.
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Q: Is the application process online?
A: Yes, applications must be submitted via https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
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Q: Is there a fee to apply?
A: No, the application is completely free of cost.
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Q: How often is the scholarship awarded?
A: Once every academic year.
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Q: Where can I track my application status?
A: Log in to [Digital Gujarat](https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/) portal and check your application dashboard.
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