Sarkari Yojana

Coaching Assistance Scheme For Scheduled Caste Students For Pre-Exam Preparation Like NEET, JEE, GUJCET

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Gujarat
Quick Summary: A Government of Gujarat scheme started in 2014-15 that pays Scheduled Caste Science students up to ₹20000/- (or the actual fee, if lower) towards coaching for NEET, JEE and GUJCET, with the money sent by DBT.

About Coaching Assistance Scheme For Scheduled Caste Students For Pre-Exam Preparation Like NEET, JEE, GUJCET

In 2014-15, the Government of Gujarat introduced the “Coaching Assistance Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students for Pre-Exam Preparation like NEET, JEE, GUJCET” to help Scheduled Caste learners meet the cost of coaching for competitive entrance tests such as NEET, JEE and GUJCET. Responsibility for running the scheme, which forms part of the State’s efforts to uplift Scheduled Castes of Gujarat, rests with the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government Of Gujarat

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

01 Apr 2014

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Coaching Assistance Scheme For Scheduled Caste Students For Pre-Exam Preparation Like NEET, JEE, GUJCET, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

Eligibility Criteria of the Student:

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Only candidates from the Scheduled Caste community may…

Only candidates from the Scheduled Caste community may apply.

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No ceiling on family income applies to students

No ceiling on family income applies to students.

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The student must be preparing for NEET, JEE,…

The student must be preparing for NEET, JEE, GUJCET or similar exams, must have obtained at least 70% marks in Std. 10, and must currently be enrolled in Std. 12 (Science stream). Eligibility Criteria of the Institute:

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The coaching organisation needs a track record of…

The coaching organisation needs a track record of more than three years.

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It must hold a GST number/PAN card

It must hold a GST number/PAN card.

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A biometric (fingerprint) attendance machine for students must…

A biometric (fingerprint) attendance machine for students must be installed at the institution.

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Teachers handling NEET and JEE coaching must hold…

Teachers handling NEET and JEE coaching must hold an M.Sc. in the subject they teach.

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Registration of the training institute is required under…

Registration of the training institute is required under one of the Acts listed below.
Mumbai Public Trust Act, 1950
Companies Act, 1956
Shop and Establishment Act, 1948 (Shops and Institutions Act, 1948)

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Coaching Assistance Scheme For Scheduled Caste Students For Pre-Exam Preparation Like NEET, JEE, GUJCET provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The student receives ₹20000/- or the actual coaching…

The student receives ₹20000/- or the actual coaching fee payable, whichever amount is lower.

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Payment of this support is made straight into…

Payment of this support is made straight into the student's bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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The applicant's Aadhaar identity card

The applicant's Aadhaar identity card

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Certificates showing educational qualifications

Certificates showing educational qualifications

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A valid Scheduled Caste certificate

A valid Scheduled Caste certificate

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The family's Ration Card

The family's Ration Card

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A 12th-standard certificate confirming the student is currently…

A 12th-standard certificate confirming the student is currently studying at the school

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A cancelled cheque or a copy of the…

A cancelled cheque or a copy of the front page of the bank passbook

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A recent passport-size photo

A recent passport-size photo

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A certificate issued by the coaching institute the…

A certificate issued by the coaching institute the student wishes to join

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Any additional papers the concerned office may request

Any additional papers the concerned office may request

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2014-04-01

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Coaching Assistance Scheme For Scheduled Caste Students For Pre-Exam Preparation Like NEET, JEE, GUJCET through the offline application process outlined below.

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Students wishing to benefit should go to the…

Students wishing to benefit should go to the closest Office of Deputy Director, Office of Scheduled Caste Welfare. The form can be obtained at that office, or it can be downloaded here from the official website.

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Complete every compulsory field in the form, affix…

Complete every compulsory field in the form, affix a passport-size photograph and enclose all the required documents.

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Hand in the filled form together with the…

Hand in the filled form together with the supporting documents at the same office.

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Once verification is complete, the student becomes entitled…

Once verification is complete, the student becomes entitled to the scheme's benefits, and the assistance is transferred directly to the student's bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References