Bhagwan Budhdh Scholarship 2026: Financial Assistance for SC Girls' Higher Education
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Quick answer
The Bhagwan Budhdh Scholarship gives financial aid to Scheduled Caste girls in Gujarat for post-SSC education. Only SC girls with 50%+ in Std 10/12 and family income above ₹2.50 lakh are eligible. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial assistance for post‑SSC studies |
| Ministry / department | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Level | State Government (Gujarat) |
| For | Women / girls |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Bhagwan Budhdh Scholarship is a state‑level initiative by the Gujarat government aimed at supporting Scheduled Caste girls in completing higher education. It provides financial assistance for post‑SSC studies, covering both diploma and graduate courses, provided the student meets the academic and income criteria. All girl residents of Gujarat who belong to SC community can apply through the official Digital Gujarat portal.
Benefits
- Girls are provided financial assistance as per their respective studies.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Only Scheduled Caste girls are eligible.
- For Diploma courses, a minimum of 50% percentile in Std 10 or 12 is required.
- For Graduate courses, a minimum of 50% percentile in Std 12 is required.
- Must fulfil all conditions of the Government of India's Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Guidelines.
- Family income must be more than ₹2.50 lakh.
Who cannot apply
- Not for non‑SC girls.
- Not for girls with family income ≤ ₹2.50 lakh.
- Not for non‑resident girls of Gujarat.
Documents required
- Identity proof: Aadhar card, Voter ID, College ID, etc.
- Residence proof: PAN card, Residence certificate, etc.
- Income proof.
- Aadhar card.
- Passport-size photograph.
- Academic certificates.
- Bank details e.g. Account number, IFSC, MICR code.
- Other documents may be required.
- Caste certificate.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official Digital Gujarat portal.
- 2Register yourself by providing mobile number, email and setting a password.
- 3Update your profile with required details.
- 4Apply for the Bhagwan Budhdh Scholarship.
- 5Submit the application and required documents.
Frequently asked questions
What is Digital Gujarat Scholarship?+
Digital Gujarat scholarship is a broad term that comprises all the scholarships offered by different departments of Government of Gujarat.
What is Bhagwan Budhdh Scholarship?+
An initiative of the Gujarat government helping many girls in the state to complete higher education.
What are the benefits?+
Girls are provided financial assistance as per their respective studies.
What is the eligibility?+
Only Scheduled Caste Girls Students are eligible. For Diploma level courses, In Std: 10 or 12 should have 50% or more percentile in the examination. For Graduate level courses, In Std: 12 should have 50% or more percentile in the examination. Must full fill all conditions of the Government of India's Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Guidelines. Income Limit: More than 2.50 Lakh.
How to apply for the scheme?+
Applicants need to visit the official website https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in. New applicants have to register his/her self first. At the time of registration, applicants have to provide their mobile number, email & set password. Update his/her profile. Applying for the scholarship.
List of the required documents+
Identity proof: Aadhar card, Voter ID, College ID, etc. Residence proof: PAN card, Residence certificate, etc. Income proof. Aadhar card. Passport-size photograph. Academics certificates. Bank details e.g. Account number, IFSC, MICR code. Other documents may be required. Caste certificate.
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