Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana
🏛️ State Examination Board (SEB), Government of Gujarat•📍 Gujarat
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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
Total financial aid of ₹25,000 over two years. Eligible students receive ₹1,000 per month for 10 months in Class 11 (total ₹10,000), ₹1,000 per month for 10 months in Class 12 (total ₹10,000), and a final disbursement of ₹5,000 after successfully passing the Class 12 Science Board Exams.
Inclusions
Direct financial assistance of ₹25,000 paid via Aadhaar-linked bank account (DBT) to support higher secondary science education in Gujarat.
Important Note
Must be enrolled in Science stream in a government or government-aided school with family income under ₹6 Lakh.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
Direct Answer: To qualify for Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana, applicants must be enrolled in Class 11-12 (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS). Family annual income must be ≤ ₹6.0 Lakh/year.
Educational Qualification
Class 11-12
Must be enrolled in Science. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Merit-based verification of students who passed Class 10 with 50%+ marks and are enrolled in the Science stream in government/aided schools of Gujarat.
Renewal Policy
Renewable for Class 12 subject to obtaining passing marks and maintaining satisfactory attendance in Class 11 Science stream.
How to Apply Online
Direct Answer: Applications for Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana must be submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned mandatory certificates, and submit before the closing date.
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Contact your school principal or designated nodal officer regarding Namo Saraswati registration.
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Provide all verified documents (Class 10 marksheet, income certificate, Aadhaar-linked bank details) to the school coordinator.
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The school administration registers the candidate and uploads document proofs on the official SEB portal.
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Nodal officer submits the application online.
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Scholarship is processed and disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account in monthly installments.
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Direct Answer: Key documents required for application include 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). Scans must be in PDF/JPEG format (under 200 KB).
Official Last Date & Timelines
Direct Answer: The official deadline for Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana is 30 November 2026. Submit your application early to avoid last-minute portal server load.
Application Deadline
30 November 2026
Applications open during the school admission cycle (generally July to September) and are coordinated through the school administration.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q. Who is eligible for Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana?▼
Gujarat resident students who passed Class 10 with at least 50% marks, have a family income under ₹6 Lakh, and are enrolled in the Science stream in a government or government-aided school.
Q. What is the total scholarship amount paid?▼
The scheme pays a total of ₹25,000: ₹10,000 in Class 11 (₹1,000/month), ₹10,000 in Class 12 (₹1,000/month), and ₹5,000 after passing the Class 12 Board Exams.
Q. Can students from private self-financed schools apply?▼
No, this scheme is strictly limited to students studying in government and government-aided higher secondary schools in Gujarat.
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