The Bhagwan Buddha Scholarship 2025 is a women-centric educational welfare scheme launched by the Government of Gujarat. This initiative specifically supports Scheduled Caste (SC) girl students who are often excluded from the Post-SSC Scholarship due to income limitations or family size criteria. The scholarship empowers them to continue post-secondary education by providing generous financial assistance based on their course category and residential status.
Key Highlights
• Launched by: Government of Gujarat
• Target Group: Scheduled Caste (SC) Girls of Gujarat
• Academic Level: Post-SSC (Diploma, Graduate, Professional Courses)
• Financial Aid: ₹2,500 to ₹13,500 per year based on course group
• Disability Benefit: Additional allowance for disabled students
• Application Mode: Online via https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
Benefits
The academic allowance is categorized into groups based on the course level and residential status (hosteller or day scholar):
| Group | Course Type | Hosteller (₹) | Day Scholar (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Medical, Engineering, etc. | 13,500 | 7,000 |
| B | Graduate (General) courses | 9,500 | 6,500 |
| C | Diploma-level courses | 6,000 | 3,000 |
| D | School-level/Certificate | 4,000 | 2,500 |
Additional Benefits:
• Approved tuition fees and other institutional fees reimbursed
• Disability allowance provided for students with special needs
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be a Scheduled Caste (SC) girl student
• Must be a resident of Gujarat
• Must be pursuing post-SSC level courses (Diploma/Graduate/Professional)
• For Diploma level: Must have scored 50% or more in Std. 10 or 12
• For Graduate level: Must have 50% or more in Std. 12
• Must fulfill Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) guidelines
• Annual family income must be more than ₹2.5 lakh
• Must not be eligible for Post-SSC Scholarship due to income/family size criteria
Exclusions
• Non-SC girl students are not eligible
• Girls already receiving Post Matric Scholarships are excluded
• Students failing to meet the minimum academic percentage criteria will be rejected
• Applicants must not be enrolled in non-recognized institutions
Application Process (Online)
- Visit https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
- Click on Scholarship Services under “Citizen Services”.
- New users must register using a mobile number, email ID, and password
- Complete the student profile and upload basic documents
- Choose the Bhagwan Buddha Scholarship Scheme from the list
- Fill out the online application and submit it with supporting documents
- Save or print the acknowledgment for future reference
Documents Required
• Aadhar Card (mandatory)
• Caste Certificate (for SC category verification)
• Residence Proof (Domicile or PAN/Voter ID)
• Income Certificate (issued by the competent authority)
• Academic Certificates (mark sheets of Std. 10/12, etc.)
• Bank Passbook Copy (with IFSC, Account No., MICR)
• Passport-size Photograph
• College/Institution ID Card
• Any other documents as requested during the application
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 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. These scholarships include scholarships offered by Tribal Development Department, Directorate of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Directorate of Developing Caste Welfare, Department of Higher Education, Department of Social Defence, and Department of Labour and Employment. - What is the Bhagwan Buddha Scholarship?
An initiative of the Gujarat government is 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?
1. Only Scheduled Caste Girls Students are eligible.
2. For Diploma level courses, I in Std: 10 or 12, should have 5a 0% or more percentile in the examination.
3. For Graduate level courses, I inStdd: 12, should have 50% or more percentile in the examination.
4. Must fulfill all conditions of the Government of India’s Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Guidelines.
5. Income Limit: More than 2.50 Lakh. - How to apply for the scheme?
1. Applicants need to visit the official website https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in.
2. New applicants have to register his/her self first.
3. At the time of registration, applicants have to provide their mobile number, email & set a password.
4. Update his/her profile.
5. Applying for the scholarship. - List of the required documents
1. Identity proof: Aadhar card, Voter ID, College ID, etc.
2. Residence proof: PAN card, Residence certificate, etc.
3. Income proof.
4. Aadhar card.
5. Passport-size photograph.
6. Academic certificates.
7. Bank details, e.g., Account number, IFSC, MICR code.
8. Other documents may be required.
9. Caste certificate.
