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Scholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes

SPHDSSEBC

Published: Oct 2026

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Published by Navin, Editor · First published: 4 Oct 2026

Scholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes
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About this education scheme

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) students pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. to encourage higher education and research.

The โ€œScholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classesโ€ scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) students pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. to encourage higher education and research.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameScholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SPHDSSEBC)
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
Age18 to 45 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 18 to 45 years
  • ๐Ÿท๏ธOBC
  • 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

Scholarship Assistance:

  • Rs. 25,000/- for students pursuing M.Phil.
  • Rs. 1,00,000/- for students preparing Ph.D thesis.

Who qualifies

  1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
  2. The applicant should belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
  3. The applicant should be pursuing M.Phil or Ph.D at a recognized institution.
  4. The applicantโ€™s annual family income 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 scholarship?

Students belonging to socially and educationally backward classes who are domiciled in Gujarat and pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. are eligible.

What is the benefit amount for M.Phil. students?

Eligible M.Phil. students will receive Rs. 25,000/- as a scholarship.

Can students from other states apply?

No, only students domiciled in Gujarat are eligible.

How do I track my application?

Use the application/reference number on the Digital Gujarat portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in.

Is there an income limit for eligibility?

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

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What documents are required to apply?

Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Marksheet, Receipt of fee paid, etc.

What is the benefit amount for Ph.D. students?

Eligible Ph.D. students will receive a stipend of Rs. 1,00,000/- for thesis preparation.

Can part-time Ph.D. students apply?

No, the scheme is applicable only for full-time research scholars.

Is there any reservation within this scheme?

The scheme is exclusively for socially and educationally backward classes.

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