Stipends to Students of Minority Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC

About This Scheme

The scheme “Stipends to Students of Minority Caste for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC” by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat aims to promote inclusive education by financially supporting students from economically weaker sections pursuing technical and vocational education after SSC. The initiative offers a stipend of ₹400 per month to aid the academic progress and reduce the dropout rate among underprivileged youth. The scheme is implemented by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department. It specifically benefits those enrolled in professional or Government ITI courses and belonging to families with an annual income not exceeding ₹6,00,000/-.

Eligibility

1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat. 1. The applicant should belong to Minority Caste. 1. The applicant should be a student who has passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination. 1. The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized professional or Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) course. 1. The applicant’s individual and family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- per annum.

Benefits

- Stipend: A monthly stipend of ₹400/- is given to Minority Caste students for one year of recognized professional and Government ITI courses.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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