Scholarship to Disabled Students

Q: 3. How can I check the status of my scholarship application?

Log in to your account on the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal and navigate to the "Application Status" section.

Scholarship to Disabled Students

The Scholarship to Disabled Students is an initiative by the Government of Gujarat, administered through the Directorate of Social Defense, aimed at providing financial assistance to students with disabilities to support their educational pursuits.

Eligibility Criteria:

Disability: Applicants must have a disability percentage of more than 40%.
Academic Performance: A minimum of 40% marks in the previous examination is required.
Family Income: The annual family income should not exceed ₹50,000.
Attendance: Regular and satisfactory attendance in the previous session is mandatory.

Courses Applicable:

This scholarship applies to students from Class 1 to Class 12 across all recognized schools in Gujarat.

Applicability (Caste Specific):

This scholarship is designed exclusively for students with disabilities and is not restricted by caste.

Documents Required:

Applicants need to submit the following documents:

Recent passport-sized photograph.
Disability certificate issued by a competent authority.
Income certificate of the family.
Mark sheets of the previous academic year.
Proof of regular attendance.
Bank passbook or canceled cheque for bank details.

Process:

Registration:

- Visit the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal.
- Click on “New Registration” and fill in the required details to create a profile.
  
  2. Profile Completion:
  - Log in with your credentials.
  - Complete your profile by providing personal, academic, and contact information.
    
    3. Application:
    - Navigate to the “Scholarship” section.
    - Select the “Scholarship to Disabled Students” scheme.
    - Fill in the application form with accurate details.
    - Upload the necessary documents.
      
      4. Submission:
    - Review the application form to ensure all information is correct.
    - Submit the application.
      
      5. Verification:
      - The application will be verified by the respective authorities.
        
        6. Approval and Disbursement:
      - Upon approval, the scholarship amount will be disbursed directly to the applicant’s bank account.

Dates:

The application period generally opens in June and closes in August each academic year. Specific dates may vary annually; applicants are advised to check the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal for the latest updates.

Official Website:

For more information and to apply, visit the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal.

Conclusion:

The Scholarship to Disabled Students is a commendable effort by the Government of Gujarat to ensure that students with disabilities receive the necessary financial support to continue their education. Eligible students are encouraged to apply and utilize this opportunity to achieve their academic goals.

Colleges

Numerous colleges across Gujarat accept students under the MYSY scholarship. Applicants are advised to check with individual institutions regarding their participation in the scheme.

Colleges

Gujarat

Indus Institute of Technology and Engineering ( Indus University ), Ahmedabad

₹ 100,800

ACPC

Direct Admission