Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana
State Examination Board (SEB), Government of Gujarat · Gujarat
| Scheme Name | Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana |
| Provided By | State Examination Board (SEB), Government of Gujarat |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12 · Gujarat residents · Family income up to ₹6 Lakh/year |
About the Program
The Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana is a flagship scheme by the Government of Gujarat providing ₹25,000 over two years to Class 11 and 12 Science stream students in government and government-aided schools.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹25k+
The scholarship provides a total of Rs. 25,000 over two academic years (Class 11 and Class 12). Students receive Rs. 1,000 per month for 10 months in Class 11 (total Rs. 10,000) and Rs. 1,000 per month for 10 months in Class 12 (total Rs. 10,000). The remaining Rs. 5,000 is disbursed after the student successfully passes the Class 12 board examination. The scholarship amount is transferred directly into the student's or their mother's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Direct financial assistance of ₹25,000 paid via Aadhaar-linked bank account (DBT) to support higher secondary science education in Gujarat.
Note: Must be enrolled in Science stream in a government or government-aided school with family income under ₹6 Lakh.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 11-12 |
| Course / Stream | Science |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹6 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS |
| Domicile State | Gujarat |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card of student
- ✓Class 10 Board Marksheet (minimum 50% marks required)
- ✓Family Income Certificate (under ₹6 Lakh/year)
- ✓Student Bank Passbook copy (linked with Aadhaar)
- ✓Bonafide School Certificate / Class 11 Science Admission Slip
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected through a school-led process
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Schools appoint a nodal officer who identifies eligible students and registers them on the Child Tracking System (CTS) portal, managed under Vidya Samiksha Kendra
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The nodal officer uploads all necessary documents on behalf of the students
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The applications are then verified by the District Education Officer, after which a final list of approved beneficiaries is prepared and forwarded to the Education Department for scholarship disbursement.
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship is provided for both Class 11 and Class 12
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To maintain eligibility and receive the scholarship for Class 12, students must continue in the science stream, maintain an attendance rate of more than 80%, and meet other ongoing eligibility criteria
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The final installment of Rs. 5,000 is contingent upon successfully passing the Class 12 board examination.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Understand Eligibility
* Ensure the student is a permanent resident of Gujarat. * The student must be enrolled in Class 11 or 12 in the science stream. * A minimum of 50% marks in the Class 10 board examination is mandatory. * The annual family income should not exceed Rs. 6,00,000. * The student must maintain an attendance rate of more than 80%. **
- 2Prepare Required Documents
* Student's Aadhaar card (Xerox copy) * Mother's Aadhaar card (Xerox copy) * Mother's bank account passbook or cheque (Aadhaar-linked for DBT) * Proof of annual family income (Income Certificate) * School Leaving Certificate (Xerox copy) * Class 10th Marksheet (Xerox copy) * Student's UID number * Domicile or residence proof of Gujarat. * Valid mobile number for communication. **
- 3Application through School
* Students do not apply directly online for this scholarship. * The school administration appoints a 'Nodal Officer' responsible for the scheme. * Students must submit all the required documents to their school administration as and when requested. * The Nodal Officer will then register eligible students on the Child Tracking System (CTS) portal under Vidya Samiksha Kendra and upload the necessary documents. **
- 4Verification and Approval
* The submitted applications are verified by the District Education Officer. * A final list of approved beneficiaries is prepared and sent to the Education Department. **
- 5Scholarship Disbursement and Status Tracking
* The scholarship amount will be directly transferred to the student's or their mother's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). * Schools are responsible for tracking and updating the application status on behalf of students through the CTS portal. * Students should contact their school administration for updates on their application status and disbursement.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Can a student apply for the Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana directly online?
No, students cannot apply directly online for this scholarship. The application process is school-led. A nodal officer appointed by the school identifies eligible students and registers them on the Child Tracking System (CTS) portal, uploading all required documents on their behalf. Students should contact their school administration for the application process.
What are the exact scholarship amounts and when are they disbursed?
The total scholarship is Rs. 25,000 over two years. In both Class 11 and Class 12, students receive Rs. 1,000 per month for 10 months (totaling Rs. 10,000 each year). An additional Rs. 5,000 is provided after successfully passing the Class 12 board examination. The payments are made via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to an Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Are there any specific conditions for renewing the scholarship for the second year (Class 12)?
Yes, to continue receiving the scholarship in Class 12, students must remain enrolled in the science stream and maintain an attendance rate of more than 80%. The final Rs. 5,000 installment is only disbursed after the student successfully passes their Class 12 board examination.
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