Private Tuition Assistance to Scheduled Caste Students Studying in Standard 11th & 12th (Science Stream)

Description
The “Private Tuition Assistance to Scheduled Caste Students Studying in Standard 11th & 12th Science Stream ” is implemented by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to Scheduled Caste SC students who are studying in Standard 11th and 12th Science Stream and have obtained 70% or more marks in the 10th Standard for private coaching.

Benefits
• • 11th Standard: ₹15,000/- per annum as a private tuition fees
• • 12th Standard: ₹15,000/- per annum as a private tuition fees

Eligibility Criteria
1. The student should belong to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat.
2. The student should be studying in Standard 11th & 12th Science Stream.
3. The student should have 70% or more marks in Standard 10th.
4. The annual family income of the student should be up to ₹6 lakhs.

Required Documents
• Passport size photo
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
• 10th Class Marksheet
• Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities
• First Page of Bank PassBook/Cancelled Cheque
• Income Certificate (Competent Authority)(Form No. 16 required for Govt. Employee)
• Other Marksheets/Last Year Marksheet (If Any)
• Fee Receipt of Current Course Year
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Eligibility criteria include belonging to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat, studying in Standard 11th & 12th Science Stream, securing 70% or more marks in Standard 10th, and having an annual family income of up to [?]6 lakhs.

Q: What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
A: Assistance in total limit of [?]30,000/- consisting of [?]15,000/- by Standard 11th and [?]15,000/- for Standard 12th for private tuition to students of SC.

Q: Is there any specific stream requirement for the scheme?
A: Yes, the scheme is specifically for students studying in the Science Stream of Standard 11th and 12th.

Q: How can I apply for the benefits of this scheme?
A: Applicants can apply for the scheme benefits by visiting the Digital Gujarat Portal at https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/.

Q: Can students from other states apply for this scheme?
A: No, this scheme is specifically for Scheduled Caste students studying in Gujarat.

Q: Is there any application fee for applying to this scheme?
A: There is no application fee for applying to this scheme.

Q: Can I apply offline for this scheme?
A: No.