About this education scheme
Under the scheme, Scheduled Castes Category students who have Secured Top Ranks at State and District Levels in Gujarat in Standard X & XII are given cash prizes. Cash prizes are awarded to the first three students who secure the highest ranks in both Standard X and Standard XII across all streams.
The scheme “Award to Scheduled Castes Students Who Secured Top Ranks at State and District Level in Standard X & XII” is initiated by the Director Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, the Scheduled Castes Category students who have Secured Top Ranks at the State and District Levels in Gujarat in Standard X & XII are given cash prizes. Cash prizes are awarded to the first three students who secure the highest ranks in both Standard X and Standard XII across all streams.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Award to Scheduled Castes Students Who Secured Top Ranks at State and District Level in Standard X & XII (Sahuji Maharaj Assistance) (ASCSWSTRSDLSXXII(SMA)) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | sje.gujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | District Deputy Director (SCW) Office And Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare Office, Gujarat |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 14 to 30 years
- 🏷️SC
- 🎓Students only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Award/Cash Prizes Details at State Level:
| Sl. No. | Student’s Rank | Award for Standard X | Award for Standard XII (For All Stream) |
| 1 | First | Rs. 41,000/- | Rs. 31,000/- |
| 2 | Second | Rs. 21,000/- | Rs. 21,000/- |
| 3 | Third | Rs. 11,000/- | Rs. 11,000/- |
Award/Cash Prizes Details at District Level:
| Sl. No. | Student's Rank | Award for Standard X | Award for Standard XII (For All Stream) |
| 1 | First | Rs. 6,000/- | 6,000/- |
| 2 | Second | Rs. 5,000/- | 5,000/- |
| 3 | Third | Rs. 4,000/- | 4,000/- |
Who qualifies
- The students should belong to the Scheduled Castes Category of Gujarat.
- The students who have Secured Top Ranks at the State and District Levels in Gujarat in Standard X & Standard XII across all streams are eligible for cash prizes.
- There is no income limit.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Under this scheme, the list of students is obtained from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Board and the award is given to the selected students accordingly.
Frequently asked questions
Who initiated this scheme?
The scheme is initiated by the Director Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat.
What are the benefits of the scheme?
Cash prizes are awarded to students who secure the highest ranks in both Standard X and Standard XII across all streams at both state and district levels.
What are the award details for state-level rankers?
For Standard X, the first three students receive Rs. 41,000/-, Rs. 21,000/-, and Rs. 11,000/-. For Standard XII, the prizes are Rs. 31,000/-, Rs. 21,000/-, and Rs. 11,000/- respectively.
What are the award details for district-level rankers?
For Standard X, the first three students receive Rs. 6,000/-, Rs. 5,000/-, and Rs. 4,000/-. For Standard XII, the prizes are Rs. 6,000/-, Rs. 5,000/-, and Rs. 4,000/- respectively.
Who is eligible for these cash prizes?
Students belonging to the Scheduled Castes Category of Gujarat who secure top ranks at both state and district levels in Standard X & XII exams are eligible.
Are there any income limits for eligibility?
No, there is no income limit for eligibility under this scheme.
How can students avail the benefits of this scheme?
The list of eligible students is obtained from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Board, and cash awards are given to selected students accordingly.
How are the winners selected?
Winners are selected based on their rankings provided by the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Board.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Scheme Details (Page No. 85) sje.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
- Notification sje.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
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