Stipends to Students of NT/DNT Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC

Description
The scheme “Stipends to Students of NT/DNT Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC” by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat aims to promote inclusive education by financially supporting students from economically weaker sections pursuing technical and vocational education after SSC. The initiative offers a stipend of ₹400 per month to aid the academic progress and reduce the dropout rate among underprivileged youth. The scheme is implemented by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department. It specifically benefits those enrolled in professional or Government ITI courses and belonging to families with an annual income not exceeding ₹6,00,000/-.

Benefits
• Stipend: A monthly stipend of ₹400/- is given to NT/DNT Caste students for one year of recognized professional and Government ITI courses.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
2. The applicant should belong to Nomadic Tribe and Denotified Tribe (NTDNT) communities.
3. The applicant should be a student who has passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination.
4. The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized professional or Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) course.
5. The applicant’s individual and family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- per annum.
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Required Documents
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.
• Caste Certificate.
• Income Certificate.
• Other Mark Sheets/Last Year Mark Sheet.
• Receipet of Fee Paid.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the scheme “Stipends to Students of NT/DNT Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses After SSC” and what does it aim to achieve?
A: The scheme “Stipends to Students of NT/DNT Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses After SSC” is an initiative by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, which aims to provide monthly financial support to students belonging to NT/DNT Caste who are pursuing one-year recognized professional or Government ITI courses, in order to reduce the financial burden and promote technical and vocational education.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the stipend under the “Stipends to Students of NTDNT Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC” scheme?
A: Any student who belongs to the Nomadic Tribe or Denotified Tribe (NTDNT) category, has passed the SSC examination, and is enrolled in either a one-year recognized professional course or a Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) course, is eligible to apply for this stipend.
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Q: What is the financial benefit provided through this scheme?
A: Under this scheme, the eligible student receives a monthly financial assistance of ₹400/-, which is intended to support the cost of pursuing a technical or vocational education after completing SSC.
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Q: Which courses are covered under the scheme for receiving the stipend?
A: The scheme covers one-year recognized professional courses and Government ITI courses, and students enrolled in any of these programs are eligible to receive the monthly stipend.
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Q: Is there any income limit criteria for the applicants to be eligible under this scheme?
A: Yes, to be eligible for the stipend, the annual family income of the applicant must not exceed ₹6,00,000/-, and the income certificate must be submitted as proof at the time of application.
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Q: Can a student from a caste other than NT/DNT apply for this stipend scheme?
A: No, the scheme is exclusively meant for students belonging to the Nomadic Tribe and Denotified Tribe (NTDNT) categories, and students from other castes are not eligible to apply.
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Q: Can female students apply for the stipend under this scheme?
A: Yes, the scheme is open to all genders, and any eligible student from the NT/DNT category, irrespective of gender, may apply for and benefit from the stipend.
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Q: What is the process to apply for this scheme for eligible students?
A: The student must visit the official [Digital Gujarat](https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/frmMain1.aspx) portal, register or log in using valid credentials, select the scheme, fill out the application form, upload the required documents, and submit the application online.

Q: What documents are required to be submitted while applying for this scheme?
A: Applicants are required to submit a valid caste certificate (confirming NT/DNT category), an income certificate, a copy of their bank passbook or a cancelled cheque, mark sheets from previous academic years, and the receipt of fees paid for the current course.
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Q: What should a student do if there is an issue with the application?
A: In case of any issues with the application, the student should contact the [helpdesk ](https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/SchemPortal/ContactUs.aspx)on the Digital Gujarat portal.