Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY)

About this scholarship

The Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana (MYSY) is a flagship state initiative designed to support meritorious students in Gujarat who face financial hurdles in pursuing higher education. Managed by the Education Department of Gujarat, it caters to students enrolling in diploma, degree, and professional courses like engineering or medicine. The scheme operates on a dual criteria of high academic merit—typically requiring a minimum of 80 percentile in the Class 10 or 12 board examinations—and a strict family income ceiling. Unlike generic post-matric schemes, MYSY provides substantial fee waivers, reimbursing up to half of the tuition costs, which makes a profound difference for students at private institutions. Because the application process relies heavily on the state's digital infrastructure, applicants must ensure their academic records and income proofs are meticulously updated. This financial buffer is strictly for students admitted to recognized courses within Gujarat, empowering them to focus on their professional training rather than worrying about exorbitant educational expenses.

Documents you need

• Aadhaar card
• Marksheet showing 80 or more percentile in Class 10 or 12
• Admission letter or proof of enrolment in a recognized course
• Family income certificate issued by a competent state authority
• Fee receipt from the current educational institution
• Bank passbook for an account in the applicant's name

How to apply

1. Visit the dedicated MYSY portal and register as a fresh applicant using your basic details.
2. Log in and carefully complete your profile, ensuring your Aadhaar and bank details are perfectly matched.
3. Select the MYSY scheme corresponding to your course level (diploma or degree).
4. Upload all required documents, including clear scans of your income certificate and fee receipts.
5. Submit the application online before the official cutoff date.
6. Print the completed form and submit it to your institution's designated nodal officer for physical verification.

Why applications get rejected

• Forgetting to submit the hard copy of the application to the college, which stalls the institutional verification process.
• Entering a joint bank account instead of an individual account, leading to direct benefit transfer failures.
• Assuming you can apply for both MYSY and another state fee-waiver scheme simultaneously; cross-subsidies are usually strictly monitored.
• Uploading an outdated income certificate rather than one issued for the current financial year.

Common questions

Do I need exactly 80 percentage or 80 percentile?

The eligibility generally requires 80 percentile (PR), not percentage, in your board exams. Always verify the current year's exact criteria on the MYSY portal.

Does MYSY cover the full tuition fee for private medical colleges?

No, the scheme usually reimburses up to 50% of the tuition fee or a fixed maximum cap (e.g., up to ₹2 lakh for medical), whichever is lower.

Can I renew MYSY in my second year?

Yes, the scholarship is renewable for the duration of the course provided you maintain the required academic performance and attendance.

Is a domicile certificate mandatory?

MYSY is exclusively for Gujarat domiciled students, so you must possess a valid state domicile certificate or equivalent proof of residence.