SC ITI Scholarship 2026: ₹400 Monthly Stipend for SC Students
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Quick answer
The SC ITI Scholarship gives a ₹400 monthly stipend to Scheduled Caste students enrolled in professional courses at Government or Private ITIs in Gujarat. Apply online through the Digital Gujarat Portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹400 Monthly Stipend |
| Ministry / department | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Level | State Government (Gujarat) |
| Income limit | ₹6 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The SC ITI Scholarship is a state‑level scheme run by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. It provides a monthly stipend of ₹400 to students belonging to the Scheduled Caste category who are pursuing professional courses in either Government or Private Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). The scheme is aimed at encouraging SC students to complete their training and improve their employability.
Benefits
- Monthly stipend of ₹400
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Student must belong to Scheduled Caste of Gujarat.
- Student must be studying a professional course in a Government or Private ITI.
- Annual family income up to ₹6,00,000 for rural and urban areas.
Documents required
- Passport size photo
- Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate (Competent Authority) (Form No. 16 required for Govt. Employee)
- Caste Certificate from the Competent Authority
- First Page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
- School Leaving Certificate (If Any)
- Break Affidavit(If Break Gap is More than One Year)
- Death Certificate of Father (If Father not Alive)
- Other Marksheets/Last Year Marksheet (If Any)
- Identity Card (College/School)
- Any other documents as required
How to apply
- 1Visit the Digital Gujarat Portal.
- 2Click on ‘Register’ and fill the registration form.
- 3Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password and click ‘Save’.
- 4Login with your User Name and Password.
- 5Click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill all mandatory information.
- 6Click on ‘Update Profile’ and verify with OTP.
- 7Under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’.
- 8Select the Financial Year you want to apply for and click ‘Change Financial Year’.
- 9Select the scheme, read the interaction carefully, and click ‘Continue to Service’.
- 10Fill in the application form completely and upload all relevant documents.
- 11Click ‘Save as Draft’, agree with terms & conditions, and submit by clicking ‘Confirm & Final Submit’.
Frequently asked questions
Who administers this scheme?+
The scheme is administered by the Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat.
What is the primary benefit offered under this scheme?+
Eligible students receive a monthly stipend of ₹400.
Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?+
Eligibility criteria include belonging to the Scheduled Caste of Gujarat and being enrolled in a professional course in a Government or Private Industrial Training Institute (ITI).
What are the income criteria for eligibility?+
The annual family income of the student should be up to ₹6,00,000 for Rural & Urban Areas.
How can I apply for the benefits of this scheme?+
Applicants can apply through the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/.
Can students pursuing courses in private institutions avail of this scholarship?+
Yes, students studying in both Government and Private ITIs are eligible for this scheme.
How is the stipend amount disbursed to eligible students?+
Stipend amounts are often disbursed directly to the bank accounts of eligible students.
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