State SchemeVerified for 2026
Food Bill Assistance to SEBC/SC/ST Hostellers Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent33% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsUndergraduate
Eligible Caste/CategoriesSC, ST, OBC
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Permanent resident of Gujarat staying in hostel
Special Conditions
Day scholars and private rental stay students are excluded.
FAQs for Food Bill Assistance to SEBC/SC/ST Hostellers
Q.What courses are eligible for Food Bill Assistance?
Only students pursuing professional undergraduate courses (like Medical, Engineering, BPharm, etc.) are eligible.
Q.What is the monthly allowance amount?
Selected candidates receive ₹1,500 per month for 10 months, totaling ₹15,000 per academic year.
Q.Are students staying in private PG rooms covered?
No, this is strictly for hostellers staying in recognized institutional, college, or community-run hostels.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline1800 233 5500, support-digitalgujarat@gujarat.gov.in