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Assistance for Purchasing Study Materials for Medical and Engineering Students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes

APSMMESSEBC

Published: Sep 2026

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Published by Navin, Editor · First published: 27 Sep 2026

Assistance for Purchasing Study Materials for Medical and Engineering Students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes
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About this education scheme

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from socially and educationally backward classes pursuing medical and engineering diploma or degree courses to support their education. Under this scheme, eligible students are provided a one-time grant for purchasing study materials.

The scheme โ€œAssistance for Purchasing Study Materials for Medical and Engineering Students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classesโ€ was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students from socially and educationally backward classes pursuing medical and engineering diploma and degree courses, in order to support their education and reduce their financial burden. Under this scheme, eligible students receive a one-time grant for purchasing study materials.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameAssistance for Purchasing Study Materials for Medical and Engineering Students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (APSMMESSEBC)
Launched bySocial Justice and Empowerment Department
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState ยท Gujarat
Official portaldigitalgujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOnline
Last dateNot given in the official listing
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Family income limitUp to Rs. 6 lakh per year
Age21 to 45 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 21 to 45 years
  • ๐Ÿท๏ธOBC
  • ๐Ÿ˜๏ธRural
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐIncome Rs. 6 lakh tak
  • ๐ŸŽ“Students only
  • ๐Ÿ“Online

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

Financial assistance per student:

  • For Medical Student: Rs. 10,000/-
  • For Engineering Student: Rs. 8,000/-
  • For Diploma Student: Rs. 3,000/-

Who qualifies

  1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
  2. The applicant should be a student belonging to the Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) category.
  3. The applicant should be pursuing a medical, engineering, or diploma/degree course within the state of Gujarat.
  4. The annual family income of the applicant should not exceed Rs. 6,00,000/-.

Who is not eligible

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Registration walkthrough

Online

Application Process:

Step 1: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/

Step 2: On the home page, click on โ€˜Registerโ€™ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page.

Step 3: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on โ€˜Saveโ€™.

Step 4: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password.

Step 5: Now, click on โ€˜My Profileโ€™ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information.

Step 6: After filling in profile details, click on โ€˜Update Profileโ€™. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP).

Step 7: Now under services, select โ€˜Scholarship Servicesโ€™ and then click on โ€˜SC Schemeโ€™.

Step 8: Select the Financial Year for which you want to apply for and then click on โ€˜Change Financial Yearโ€™.

Step 9: Select the scheme, read the interaction carefully, and then click on โ€˜Continue to Serviceโ€™.

Step 10: Fill in the application form completely and upload all the relevant documents.

Step 11: Now, click on โ€˜Save as Draftโ€™ and agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the application form by clicking on โ€˜Confirm & Final Submitโ€™.

Instructions:

Note 1: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory.

Note 2: Application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed.

Note 3: Only one application per applicant will be acceptable for a scholarship. If any student submits more than one application either from a single institute or from multiple institutions his/her all applications will be rejected by the competent authority and no request from any side will be entertained.

Note 4: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities.

Note 5: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given.

Note 6: The student has to fill his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully.

Note 7: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject the student application.

Note 8: Direct Individual submission of this application form will not be accepted in case of students studying inside the state. Only outside students have to fill out their form online and submit his/her application form to their native district officer.

User Manual- English

User Manual- Gujarati

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for this scheme?

SEBC students of Gujarat admitted to Medical, Engineering, or Diploma Engineering courses.

What is the income ceiling?

Family income must not exceed Rs. 6,00,000 per annum.

How much assistance is provided?

Rs. 10,000 for Medical, Rs. 8,000 for Engineering, and Rs. 3,000 for Diploma Engineering students.

Can I apply offline?

No, the applications are accepted online.

Can I apply if I study outside Gujarat?

No, only institutes within Gujarat are covered.

Is there an application fee?

No, the application is free.

Where can I apply for the scheme?

The applicant visits https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in.

What documents are required to apply?

Aadhaar Card, SEBC Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Current Year Feeโ€ฏReceipt, Last Yearโ€™s Marksheet, Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque.

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