The scheme “Chief Minister Scholarship Scheme” by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to encourage higher education by providing financial assistance to meritorious students who have passed Class 10th or Class 12th and secured admission in diploma, degree, or higher education courses.

Benefits

Eligibility

• Resident of Gujarat and a student.
• Passed Class 10th or 12th examination.
• Secured admission in diploma, degree after diploma, or degree after 12th.
• Pursuing medical, dental, engineering, technology, pharmacy, Ayurveda, homeopathy, nursing, physiotherapy, para-medical, or higher education courses.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹4,50,000/-.

Application Process

Link: https://scholarships.gujarat.gov.in/

Online

• Step 1: Register on the Official Website using Standard 10th/12th seat number.
• Step 2: Diploma to Degree applicants use Diploma enrollment number.
• Step 3: Enter name exactly as it appears on marksheet.
• Step 4: Provide active mobile number and email.
• Step 5: Verify 12-digit Aadhaar number.
• Step 6: Fill ration card and bank details accurately.
• Step 7: Select correct stream (General for Arts/Commerce, Science for Science).

Documents Required

• Class 10th/12th Marksheet.
• Admission Proof.
• Income Certificate (≤ ₹4,50,000).
• Proof of Residence (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID).
• Bank Account Details (for DBT).
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).
• Recent Passport Size Photograph.