Scholarship to Disabled Students

Description
The scheme "Scholarship to Disabled Students" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support the educational needs of students with benchmark disabilities of more than 40%, as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Through this scheme, annual scholarships ranging from ₹1,500/- to ₹4,500/- are provided to students with disabilities studying from Class 1 onwards, depending on the level of education. The scheme is implemented by the Social Defense Division of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department. The objective is to encourage continued education among students with disabilities by providing financial assistance, especially for those who have achieved at least 40% marks in their last annual examination and possess a valid disability identity card.

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Benefits
• Scholarship Assistance:
• ₹1,500/- per year for students with disabilities studying in Class 1st to 8th.
• ₹2,000/- to ₹4,500 per year for students studying in Class 9th and above.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
2. - The applicant should be a student.
3. - The applicant must have at least 40% of any of the 21 benchmark disabilities listed under the [Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/15939/1/the_rights_of_persons_with_disabilities_act%2C_2016.pdf). - The applicant should have passed the last annual examination with a minimum of 40% marks.
4. - The applicant should possess a valid PH (Person with Disability) Identity Card.
5. - The applicant should be currently studying in a recognized educational institution.
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Required Documents
• Aadhar Card Bank.
• Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.
• Birth Certificate.
• Identity Card.
• Other Mark sheets/Last Year Mark sheet.
• PH Certificate from Civil Surgeon.
• PH Identity Card.
• Ration Card.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the Scholarship to Disabled Students scheme?
A: The purpose of the Scholarship to Disabled Students scheme is to offer financial support to school-going students with benchmark disabilities of more than 40% so that they can continue their education without facing financial constraints.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?
A: Any student residing in Gujarat who has a disability of more than 40% as recognized under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and who has scored at least 40% marks in their most recent annual examination is eligible to apply under this scheme.
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Q: What is the minimum academic requirement for availing this scholarship?
A: To avail the benefits of this scheme, the student must have secured at least 40% marks in the last annual examination conducted by their educational institution.
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Q: Are there any income criteria to be eligible for this scholarship?
A: There are no individual or family income limits specified under the Scholarship to Disabled Students scheme, meaning students from all income backgrounds are eligible if they meet the disability and academic criteria.
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Q: What is the amount of financial assistance provided through this scheme?
A: The scheme provides ₹1,500 per year to students studying from Class 1 to 8, and an amount ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹4,500 per year to students in Class 9 and above, depending on the level of education.
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Q: What types of disabilities are covered under this scheme?
A: The scheme covers all 21 types of benchmark disabilities listed under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Q: Who is the implementing agency for this scholarship scheme?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department under the Government of Gujarat.
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Q: What documents are required to apply for this scholarship?
A: To apply, the student must submit several documents, including Aadhaar Card, Bank Pass Book or a Cancelled Cheque, Birth Certificate, Last Year’s Mark Sheet, PH Certificate from a Civil Surgeon, PH Identity Card, and a Ration Card.
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Q: How can an eligible applicant apply to get the benefits of the scheme?
A: Applicant can apply for this scheme through the Digital [Gujarat portal](http://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/).