Sero Positive Illness Scheme

Sero Positive Illness Scheme (Sero Positive Bimar Yojana)

The Government of Gujarat, through its Social Justice and Empowerment Department, has introduced the Sero Positive Illness Scheme aimed at providing educational support to orphaned and underprivileged children suffering from Sero Positive illness. This initiative is designed to facilitate educational opportunities for these children, ensuring they have access to the necessary resources for their academic pursuits.

Overview of the Scheme

Initiated in 2009, the Sero Positive Illness Scheme is dedicated to assisting children affected by Sero Positive illness, whether they themselves are afflicted or have parents who are. The scheme extends its support across various educational levels, from primary education to postgraduate studies, by offering financial scholarships. This includes assistance for school uniforms, books, tuition fees, food, and hostel expenses. The scheme is overseen by the Director of the Social Security Department in Gandhinagar, with implementation at the district level managed by the District Social Security Officer or the District Child Protection Officer.

Benefits Offered

Eligibility Requirements

• The applicant must be a child directly affected by Sero Positive illness or have one or both parents who are Sero Positive.
• Applicants should currently be enrolled as students.
• Eligible educational levels include:
• Standard 1 to 5
• Standard 6 to 10
• Higher Secondary (Class 11 and 12)
• B.A./B.Com./B.Sc. and equivalent degree courses
• Degree courses such as B.E., B.Tech., LLB., MBA, and equivalent courses, including Diploma courses in Medical, Ayurvedic, and Homeopathic studies
• Postgraduate courses including M.Sc., M.Phil., LLM., M.Ed., M.B.A., etc.

Steps to Apply

To apply for the Sero Positive Illness Scheme, follow these steps:

• Step 1: Visit the office of the District Social Security Officer or the District Child Protection Officer to obtain a hard copy of the application form.
• Step 2: Fill in the application form with all required details and attach self-attested copies of necessary documents such as Aadhaar Card, Birth Certificate, Civil Surgeon’s Certificate, and any other relevant papers.
• Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with the supporting documents to the appropriate District Social Security Office or District Child Protection Office.
• Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the receiving authority for future reference.

Official Information

For more details, please visit the official website: myScheme.gov.in.