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Scholarship for Self Finance Colleges Students of NT/DNT

The scheme "Scholarship for Self Finance Colleges Students of NT/DNT" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, provides financial assistance to Nomadic and De-notified Tribe students for pursuing higher education in self-financed colleges.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial Assistance: Up to ₹50,000/- for tuition fee, registration fee, education fee, and other scholarship-related charges.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a student.; The applicant should belong to the NT/DNT (Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes) category.; The applicant should be studying in a self-financed college in Gujarat.; The applicant should have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent examination.; The applicant’s individual and family annual income should not exceed ₹2,00,000/-.; The Institute must be certified by the government.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the main objective of the "Scholarship for Self Finance Colleges Students of NT/DNT"?

The main objective of the "Scholarship for Self Finance Colleges Students of NT/DNT" is to provide financial support of up to ₹50,000/- to eligible students belonging to Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes (NTDNT) who are studying in self-financed colleges in order to ease the financial burden associated with their higher education.

Who is eligible to receive benefits under this scholarship scheme?

Any student who belongs to the NT/DNT category, is pursuing higher education in a self-financed college in Gujarat, and whose family’s annual income does not exceed ₹2,00,000/- is eligible to apply for and receive benefits under this scholarship scheme.

What is the maximum amount of financial assistance provided under the scheme?

Under the Scholarship for Self Finance Colleges Students of NT/DNT, each eligible student may receive a maximum financial assistance amount of up to ₹50,000/- to cover education-related expenses.

Which educational expenses are covered under this scholarship scheme?

The financial assistance provided through this scheme is intended to cover essential educational expenses such as tuition fees, education fees, registration charges, and other approved academic costs incurred by the student.

Is the scholarship applicable to all types of colleges in Gujarat?

The scholarship is exclusively applicable to students enrolled in self-financed colleges in Gujarat and is not valid for those studying in government or grant-in-aid institutions.

Can a student who is studying outside Gujarat apply for this scheme?

No, a student who is pursuing higher education outside the geographical boundaries of Gujarat is not eligible to apply for this scholarship scheme as it is restricted to institutions within the state.

What are the academic qualifications required for eligibility under the scheme?

To be eligible for the scholarship, the applicant must have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination or its equivalent and should be pursuing a recognized course in a self-financed college.

What documents are necessary to complete the scholarship application?

To complete the application process, students must upload or submit documents such as their caste certificate (proving NT/DNT status), income certificate (not exceeding ₹2,00,000 per year), last year’s mark sheet, fee receipt from the college, and either a bank passbook or cancelled cheque.

Is there any reservation or preference criteria applicable under this scheme?

There is no mention of any reservation, priority, or relaxation criteria in the scheme guidelines, and all eligible students from the NT/DNT category are considered equally based on the fulfillment of standard eligibility conditions.

What happens if incorrect or incomplete documents are submitted along with the application?

If a student submits incorrect or incomplete documents during the application process, the application may be rejected or delayed until proper verification is completed, and such discrepancies can result in the forfeiture of scholarship benefits for that year.