Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Economically Backward Class
The scheme aims to support the education of poor students by offering scholarships from class 1st to 10th in government and aided schools.
About This Scheme
The “Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Economically Backward Class” was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to provide financial assistance to school-going students from economically backward sections to reduce the dropout rate and promote education from class 1st to 10th. Under this scheme, monetary scholarships are provided to boys and girls studying in government and aided primary schools from Standard 1st to 10th, based on class and gender.
Benefits
Scholarship Amounts:
Boys (Std. 1st to 8th): ₹750/- per annum.
Boys (Std. 9th to 10th): ₹1,000/- per annum.
Girls (Std. 1st to 5th): ₹500/- per annum.
Girls (Std. 6th to 10th): ₹1,000/- per annum.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be studying in a government or aided primary/secondary school in Gujarat.
The applicant must belong to an Economically Backward Class (EBC).
The applicant must be studying in classes 1st to 10th.
There is no income limit for students of classes 1st to 10th.
The applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000/- for classes 9th to 10th.
Application Process
Apply Online
Application Process:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal:
https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Register’ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page.
Step 03: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on ‘Save’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password.
Step 05: Now, click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information.
Step 06: After filling in profile details, click on ‘Update Profile’. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP).
Step 07: Now under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’.
Step 08: Select the Financial Year for which you want to apply for and then click on ‘Change Financial Year’.
Step 09: Select the scheme, read the interaction carefully, and then click on ‘Continue to Service’.
Step 10: Fill in the application form completely and upload all the relevant documents.
Step 11: Now, click on ‘Save as Draft’ and agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the application form by clicking on ‘Confirm & Final Submit’.
Instructions:
Note 01: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory.
Note 02: Application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed.
Note 03: Only one application per applicant will be acceptable for a scholarship. If any student submits more than one application either from a single institute or from multiple institutions his/her all applications will be rejected by the competent authority and no request from any side will be entertained.
Note 04: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities.
Note 05: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given.
Note 06: The student has to fill his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully.
Note 07: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject the student application.
Note 08: Direct Individual submission of this application form will not be accepted in case of students studying inside the state. Only outside students have to fill out their form online and submit his/her application form to their native district officer.
User Manual
– English
User Manual
– Gujarati
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Scholarship Amounts:
Boys (Std. 1st to 8th): ₹750/- per annum.
Boys (Std. 9th to 10th): ₹1,000/- per annum.
Girls (Std. 1st to 5th): ₹500/- per annum.
Girls (Std. 6th to 10th): ₹1,000/- per annum.
Application Process
Apply Online
Application Process:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the Digital Gujarat Portal: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Register’ and the applicant will be redirected to the registration form page.
Step 03: Enter your Mobile Number, Email, Set Password, and then click on ‘Save’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicant can login through his/her User Name (Mobile No./Email ID) and Password.
Step 05: Now, click on ‘My Profile’ to update your profile and fill in all the mandatory information.
Step 06: After filling in profile details, click on ‘Update Profile’. The profile will be updated after entering the verification Code (OTP).
Step 07: Now under services, select ‘Scholarship Services’ and then click on ‘SC Scheme’.
Step 08: Select the Financial Year for which you want to apply for and then click on ‘Change Financial Year’.
Step 09: Select the scheme, read the interaction carefully, and then click on ‘Continue to Service’.
Step 10: Fill in the application form completely and upload all the relevant documents.
Step 11: Now, click on ‘Save as Draft’ and agree with the terms & conditions, and submit the application form by clicking on ‘Confirm & Final Submit’.
Instructions:
Note 01: Photo uploading for all applicants is mandatory.
Note 02: Application will be considered complete only when all sections are completed.
Note 03: Only one application per applicant will be acceptable for a scholarship. If any student submits more than one application either from a single institute or from multiple institutions his/her all applications will be rejected by the competent authority and no request from any side will be entertained.
Note 04: In case of any wrong/misleading information provided in the application shall lead to rejection of the application by Department Authorities.
Note 05: All required documents must be carefully scanned as per the instructions given.
Note 06: The student has to fill his/her application carefully as there is no provision for institution change once the application is submitted successfully.
Note 07: The unreadable uploaded documents will allow the competent authority to reject the student application.
Note 08: Direct Individual submission of this application form will not be accepted in case of students studying inside the state. Only outside students have to fill out their form online and submit his/her application form to their native district officer.
User Manual
- English
User Manual
- Gujarati
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Pre-Matric Scholarship for the Students of Economically Backward Class |
| Short Title | PMSSEBC |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning |
| States | Gujarat |
| Gender | All |
| Caste/Category | SC, OBC, EWS |
| Area | Both |
| Income Limit | ₹600,000/year |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 18 Apr 2026
Deepika Raikwar is an Education Analyst and scholarship researcher who focuses on public welfare and merit-based scholarships. She simplifies complex eligibility rules, deadlines, and application processes to help common people access reliable funding opportunities worldwide.
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