Scholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes

Description
The “Scholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes” scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes SEBC students pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. to encourage higher education and research.

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Benefits
• Scholarship Assistance:
• ₹25,000/- for students pursuing M.Phil.
• ₹1,00,000/- for students preparing Ph.D thesis.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
2. The applicant should belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
3. The applicant should be pursuing M.Phil or Ph.D at a recognized institution.
4. The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.
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Required Documents
• Identity proof
• Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
• Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Other Mark sheets/Last Year Mark sheet
• Receipt of Fee Paid
• Any other documents if required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scholarship?
A: Students belonging to socially and educationally backward classes who are domiciled in Gujarat and pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. are eligible.
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Q: What is the benefit amount for M.Phil. students?
A: Eligible M.Phil. students will receive ₹25,000/- as a scholarship.
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Q: Can students from other states apply?
A: No, only students domiciled in Gujarat are eligible.
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Q: How do I track my application?
A: Use the application/reference number on the Digital Gujarat portal: [https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in](https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in).
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Q: Is there an income limit for eligibility?
A: Family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum.

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Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Marksheet, Receipt of fee paid, etc.
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Q: What is the benefit amount for Ph.D. students?
A: Eligible Ph.D. students will receive a stipend of ₹1,00,000/- for thesis preparation.
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Q: Can part-time Ph.D. students apply?
A: No, the scheme is applicable only for full-time research scholars.
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Q: Is there any reservation within this scheme?
A: The scheme is exclusively for socially and educationally backward classes.
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