Gyan Sadhana Scholarship 2025 - Registration & Merit List

The choice filling process for the Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship Scheme (CGMS-2025) began on June 24, 2025. The scheme, officially known as the Chief Minister’s Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship Scheme (CGMS), follows a tentative annual schedule, with the examination typically conducted between late March and mid-April. For the academic year 2025, the examination was rescheduled from March 29 to April 12. The provisional answer key was released on April 15, followed by the final result announcement on May 1.

Launched by the Government of Gujarat to bridge educational disparities, the Mukhyamantri Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship Scheme has evolved into a flagship initiative that empowers meritorious students from economically weaker sections in Classes 9 to 12. The scheme provides comprehensive financial support, covering tuition fees, books, and other academic expenses. Administered by the State Examination Board (SEB), Gandhinagar, it aims to benefit 25,000 students annually. Closely aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) and the Right to Education Act, 2009 (RTE Act), this transformative initiative marks a significant step towards inclusive and equitable education.

This article offers a detailed overview of the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Scheme, including its objectives, eligibility criteria, application process, benefits, examination pattern, and the latest updates.

Overview of Gyan Sadhana Scholarship

Particulars	Details
Scheme Name	Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Scheme
Organised by	Gujarat Government
Exam Fee	No Fee Applicable
Exam Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Exam Duration	150 minutes
Medium	English/Gujarati
Official Website	sebexam.org

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

मुख्यमंत्री ज्ञान साधना मेरिट छात्रवृत्ति योजना के लिए पात्रता इस प्रकार है:

छात्र ने कक्षा 8 सफलतापूर्वक उत्तीर्ण की हो और वह कक्षा 9 से 12 तक किसी मान्यता प्राप्त सरकारी या गैर-सरकारी स्कूल में अध्ययनरत हो।
यह योजना उन होनहार छात्रों के लिए है जो किसी निजी, राज्य-सहायता प्राप्त या मान्यता प्राप्त संस्थान में अपनी पढ़ाई जारी रखना चाहते हैं।

नोट: यह योजना कक्षा 9 से 12 में प्रवेश लेने वाले छात्रों को आर्थिक सहायता देती है ताकि वे निजी या अर्ध-निजी स्कूलों में अपनी पढ़ाई जारी रख सकें।

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Benefits

Students selected for the Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship will receive the following benefits once they qualify for the examination –

Class Level	Benefit Type	Amount (₹)
Classes 9–10	Scholarship	22,000 per year
Classes 9–10	Tuition Fee	3,000 per year
Classes 11–12	Scholarship	25,000 per year
Classes 11–12	Tuition Fee	4,000 per year

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Documents Required

मुख्यमंत्री ज्ञान साधना छात्रवृत्ति योजना के लिए पंजीकरण करते समय छात्रों को निम्नलिखित दस्तावेज़ तैयार रखने चाहिए:

पहचान पत्र – जैसे आधार कार्ड, पासपोर्ट या जन्म प्रमाण पत्र
पता प्रमाण – जैसे राशन कार्ड, बिजली का बिल या आधार कार्ड
आय प्रमाण पत्र – जिसमें परिवार की वार्षिक आय दर्ज हो
शैक्षणिक दस्तावेज़ – जैसे पिछली कक्षा की मार्कशीट या स्कूल छोड़ने का प्रमाण पत्र
बैंक पासबुक की कॉपी या कैंसिल चेक – छात्रवृत्ति की रकम सीधे बैंक खाते में भेजने के लिए
हाल ही में लिया गया पासपोर्ट साइज़ फोटो
जाति प्रमाण पत्र – जिसे संस्था के प्रमुख द्वारा सत्यापित किया गया हो
दिव्यांग प्रमाण पत्र – अगर छात्र/छात्रा दिव्यांग (PH) है
स्कूल बोनाफाइड सर्टिफिकेट या स्कूल ID
यू-डाइस नंबर (अगर लागू हो)

Additional Notes:

सभी दस्तावेज़ों को स्कैन करके आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन प्रक्रिया के दौरान अपलोड करना अनिवार्य है।

संस्था प्रमुख द्वारा प्रमाणित दो नामावलियों (Nominal Rolls) की प्रतियां और आवेदन पत्र जिला शिक्षा अधिकारी (District Educational Officer) को जमा किए जाने चाहिएं।

सुनिश्चित करें कि सभी दस्तावेज़ सत्यापित और सही प्रारूप में हों, ताकि अयोग्यता से बचा जा सके।

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Registration Process

Students can register for the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship scheme by following the steps below:

Step 1: Go to the official Chief Minister Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship (CGMS) portal at cgms-portal.gujaratvsk.org

Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Student Registration’ button and click on it. A new window will open.

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship - Student Registration

Step 3: Verify the personal details and other information. Students can also change their school name by clicking the ‘Change School’ button for this exam.

Step 4: Upload the required documents (if needed at this stage), tick the checkbox, and click on the ‘Submit Registration’ button.

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Exam Fee

There is no application fee required to fill out the application form for the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Scheme.

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Admit Card/Hall Ticket – Steps to Download

Visit the official website, www.sebexam.org.
On the top of the homepage, click on the ‘Print Hall Ticket/Admit Card‘ section.
A new page will open, click on the ‘Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Admit Card’ tab.
Enter the confirmation number and date of birth or Bal Aadhar UID number, then click on the submit button.
Your admit card will appear on the screen. Take a printout of the admit card for participation in the exam.

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Exam Pattern and Marks

Chief Minister’s Gyan Sadhana Scholarship exam follows a multiple-choice question (MCQ) format that should be attempted within the allotted time limit of 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Category	Details
Exam Type	Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ-based)
Total Marks	120
Medium of Entrance Exam	English, Gujarati
Subject-wise Distribution (Category)	MAT (Mental Ability Test): 40 marks SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test): 80 marks

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Merit List Check

छात्र निम्नलिखित चरणों का पालन करके मुख्यमंत्री ज्ञान साधना छात्रवृत्ति की मेरिट सूची देख सकते हैं:

चरण 1: यहां दिए गए लिंक पर क्लिक करके राज्य परीक्षा बोर्ड की आधिकारिक ज्ञान साधना वेबसाइट पर जाएं।
चरण 2: होमपेज पर मेन्यू बार में उपलब्ध ‘परिणाम प्रिंट करें’ या ‘मेरिट सूची डाउनलोड करें’ विकल्प पर क्लिक करें।
चरण 3: आपकी स्क्रीन पर एक नया पृष्ठ खुलेगा। उसमें मांगी गई आवश्यक जानकारी भरें।
चरण 4: दिए गए स्थानों में कन्फर्मेशन नंबर, जन्म तिथि, या आधार नंबर दर्ज करें।
चरण 5: ‘सबमिट’ बटन पर क्लिक करें।
चरण 6: आपकी परिणाम या मेरिट सूची स्क्रीन पर प्रदर्शित हो जाएगी।

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Contact Information

If students face any technical issues related to registration, they can call 07923973615 between 10:30 am and 6:00 pm for guidance and support.

Gyan Sadhana Scholarship – FAQs

How do I apply for the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship 2025?

The application process involves registering online at www.sebexam.org or www.gssyguj.in. Candidates must fill out the form, upload scanned documents (Aadhaar, income, caste certificates), and submit two attested nominal rolls to the District Educational Officer. No application fee is required. The deadline was April 7, 2025.

Who is eligible for the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship?

Students in Classes 9–12 who are permanent residents of Gujarat, studying in government or aided schools, and meeting income and attendance criteria are eligible. SC/ST/PH candidates must provide relevant certificates.

What documents are required for the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship?

Required documents include Aadhaar card, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), previous class marksheet, bank passbook, photo, school bonafide certificate, and U-DISE number. All must be uploaded on sebexam.org.

How can I check the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Merit List 2025?

Visit www.sebexam.org or www.gssyguj.in, go to the results section, and enter your confirmation number, date of birth, or Aadhaar UID to view or download the merit list PDF. Released on May 1, 2025.

What is the exam date and pattern for the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship 2025?

The exam was held on April 12, 2025. It was a 120-mark MCQ test in English and Gujarati for students in Classes 9–12. Syllabus and sample papers were available on sebexam.org.

What are the financial benefits of the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship?

Students in Classes 9–10 receive ₹20,000/year; those in Classes 11–12 get ₹25,000/year. Funds are transferred via DBT to the student's bank account linked during application.

How do I check the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Result 2025?

Go to www.sebexam.org or www.gssyguj.in, enter your confirmation number, date of birth, or Aadhaar UID in the results section. The result was announced on May 1, 2025.

Where can I download the Gyan Sadhana Scholarship Admit Card?

The admit card was available at www.sebexam.org or www.gssyguj.in. Download by logging in with confirmation number or Aadhaar UID. Schools also distributed hard copies.