Digital Gujarat Scholarship 2026-27: Post Matric Application Process

Overview of Digital Gujarat Post Matric Scholarship 2026-27

The Digital Gujarat Portal has officially opened the application window for the 2026-27 Post Matric Scholarship and assistance schemes. These initiatives are managed by the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare and the Director of Developing Caste Welfare, Gujarat State. The program aims to support students from Scheduled Caste (SC), Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), Nomadic Tribes (NT-DNT), and Minority communities pursuing post-matric education.

Important Dates for 2026-27 Application

Eligibility Criteria for 2026-27

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements to be considered for scholarship support:

• Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Gujarat state.
• Academic Level: Must be enrolled in a post-matric course (Standard 11 onwards, Diploma, ITI, Graduate, Post-Graduate, or Research courses).
• Aadhaar Integration: Bank accounts must be Aadhaar-seeded to receive direct benefit transfers.
• Documentation: Caste and income certificates must be issued by the competent authority in Gujarat.
• eKYC Requirement: For central schemes (BCK-6.1), students must have completed Aadhaar-based biometric eKYC, which is verified via the ration card database.

Income Thresholds and Scheme Routing

Income limits vary by category and scheme type. Students with a family income of ₹2.50 lakh or less are generally directed to Central Government schemes (such as BCK-6.1 for SC or PM YASASVI for OBC/EBC), while state-sponsored schemes (BCK-5, BCK-78) cater to those with higher income brackets.

Application Procedure

All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official portal. Offline submissions are not permitted. Existing beneficiaries from 2025-26 will have their applications processed under the 'Renewal' category, while new students must register as fresh applicants.

Required Documentation

Ensure the following documents are scanned and ready for upload:

• Valid Caste Certificate
• Current Income Certificate of Guardian
• Marksheets of Standard 10 and all subsequent academic years
• Aadhaar Card linked to the Bank Account
• Death Certificate of father (if applicable) or divorce decree (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to apply every year for the scholarship?

Yes, though students who received the scholarship in 2025-26 will have their records automatically flagged for renewal, they must still verify and submit their details for the 2026-27 academic year.

What should I do if my income is above ₹2.50 lakh?

You should apply under the state-sponsored schemes specifically designated for your category, as you may not qualify for the central schemes which prioritize lower income thresholds.

Is there an application fee?

No, there is no application fee for these scholarship schemes.