Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check.
| Scheme | Namo Lakshmi Yojana |
|---|---|
| Department | Education Department, Government of Gujarat |
| Benefit | Rs 50,000 in total, spread over four years for each girl |
| Who can apply | Girl students studying in Classes 9 to 12 in Gujarat |
| How it is paid | Financial aid through the Namo Lakshmi Portal, as per the state government process |
| Apply at | Through your school, and the Namo Lakshmi Portal in Gujarat |
| Cost to apply | Free |
Key points
- Rs 50,000 in total for each eligible girl, spread over four years.
- It covers Classes 9 to 12 in GSHSEB and CBSE recognised schools.
- Girls already getting other government scholarships can still apply.
- This is a Gujarat state scheme, only for residents of Gujarat.
So what exactly does a girl student get?
Each eligible girl student gets a total of Rs 50,000.
The amount is spread across four years, so the help comes over her schooling.
The aim is simple. No girl should leave her studies because of money.
Amounts can change, so please confirm the current figure on the official Gujarat portal.
Who can apply, and who cannot?
The scheme is only for girls who live in Gujarat.
The girl must be studying in Classes 9 to 12.
The school must be recognised by the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSHSEB) or the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
Girls who already get benefits under other government scholarship schemes are still eligible.
What is the background of this scheme?
Namo Lakshmi Yojana was launched in March 2024 by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.
It is run by the Government of Gujarat. It is part of the state's push for education under the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
Over 10.49 lakh girls have received help so far, with disbursements crossing Rs 1,000 crore.
What documents should you keep ready?
Keep your daughter's school admission details and current class handy.
Keep her Aadhaar card and her bank account details ready.
Keep her parent or guardian's contact details and mobile number.
Check the official portal for the full and latest list of documents before you apply.
How do you apply online, step by step?
Go to the official Digital Gujarat portal at digitalgujarat.gov.in and look for the Namo Lakshmi Portal link.
Register or log in, and fill in the student and school details.
Upload the required documents, then submit the form.
Save the application number you get after submitting.
- 1Open the Digital Gujarat portalGo to digitalgujarat.gov.in and look for the Namo Lakshmi Portal link.
- 2Register or log inFill in the student and school details.
- 3Upload documents and submitUpload the required documents, then submit the form.
- 4Save your application numberKeep the application number you get after submitting.
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Can you apply offline, through the school?
In most cases, the school helps students with the application.
Ask your daughter's school office whether they are handling Namo Lakshmi applications.
Schools can also tell you which documents to bring.
How do you check status, and what if the money is stuck?
Log in to the Namo Lakshmi Portal and check the application status.
If the amount has not come, first check that your bank account details are correct.
Then contact your school office or the education department in your district.
Any helpline, and what should you watch out for?
For the current helpline number, please check the official Digital Gujarat portal.
Never pay any agent or person to get this benefit. Government help is free.
Do not share OTPs or bank passwords with anyone who calls claiming to help.
Frequently asked questions
What is the total amount under Namo Lakshmi Yojana?
Each eligible girl gets Rs 50,000 in total, spread over four years. Please confirm the current figure on the official portal.
Can a girl get this if she already gets another scholarship?
Yes. Girls already getting other government scholarships remain eligible for this assistance.
Which classes are covered?
The scheme covers girl students studying in Classes 9 to 12.
Which schools are eligible?
Schools recognised by GSHSEB or CBSE are eligible.
Is there any fee to apply?
No. Applying for this scheme is free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Official links
This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. News Anek is not a government website.
