Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students
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States / UT: Gujarat
Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Education
Department: EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Nodal department: EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
Target beneficiaries: Students, College Students
Tags: Scholarship, Education, Financial Assistance, College, University, Higher Education, India, Merit-based, Professional Courses, Students, Ministry of Education, Government Scheme
Details
The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students is administered by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Scholarships are awarded based on the results of the higher secondary (Class XII) board examination. Each year, a maximum of 82,000 fresh scholarships are provided for students pursuing graduate or postgraduate degrees in colleges and universities, as well as for professional courses such as medical and engineering.
Benefits
- - Financial assistance to meritorious students from poor families
- Helps meet day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies
- Financial assistance to meritorious students from poor families
- Helps meet day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies
Eligibility
Open to all college students across India, regardless of gender, profession, education, or social and economic status.
Exclusions
No exclusions are listed for this scheme yet.
Application Process
Online
- Visit the official scholarship portal: www.scholarship.gov.in
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit the application to your college.
Required documents include:
- Aadhar Card
- Birth Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Passport Size Photos
- Ration Card
Documents Required
No document list is available for this scheme yet.
Official links
References
Opens the official application or programme portal in a new tab. If in doubt, confirm details on the ministry site.
Documents Required for Government Schemes
Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Educational Certificates (for student schemes)
How to Apply for Government Schemes?
The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:
- Check eligibility criteria
- Collect required documents
- Fill the application form
- Submit the application online or at the relevant office
- Track application status