MYSY exists for a very specific group of students: the ones who work hard, score well, but do not fall under SC, ST or OBC reservation and so miss out on the usual caste-based scholarships. If your family income is modest and you have done well in your board exams, the Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana can cover a large chunk of your tuition, plus hostel and book costs, right when the fees feel heaviest. Many general-category families in Gujarat simply do not know it exists.
Here is the full picture in plain terms: who qualifies, exactly what you get for each course, the documents you need, how to apply on the MYSY portal, and the one step, physical verification at a help centre, that trips up students who assume the online form is the end of it.
MYSY in one minute
- What it is: a Gujarat government scholarship for meritorious students from families with limited income, especially the general category.
- Merit needed: fresh applicants need an 80 percentile or above in the qualifying exam (Class 10 for diploma, Class 12 for degree).
- Income limit: annual family income up to ₹6 lakh.
- What you get: tuition assistance (up to ₹2 lakh for medical, ₹50,000 for engineering/pharmacy), plus hostel and book allowances, paid by DBT.
- Where: apply at mysy.guj.nic.in, then verify documents at a MYSY help centre.
- Must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
What MYSY is and who it is really for
The Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana ("Chief Minister's Youth Self-Reliance Scheme") was created to help bright students whose families cannot easily afford professional-course fees, and who are not covered by SC/ST/OBC scholarships. In practice it is one of the few solid options for general-category students in medical, engineering, diploma and other higher-education courses. If that describes you, this is a scheme worth applying for seriously.
Are you eligible?
Three conditions decide it:
- Merit: as a fresh applicant you need to have scored in the 80th percentile or above in your qualifying exam, Class 10 for diploma courses and Class 12 for degree courses.
- Income: your family's total annual income from all sources must not exceed ₹6 lakh. You prove this with an income certificate.
- Residence: you must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
For renewal in later years of the same course, the bar changes: you need to keep at least 50% marks and 75% attendance rather than the 80 percentile.
What you actually get
MYSY is not a single flat amount, it is a set of assistances that depend on your course. The main tuition-assistance caps are:
| Course type | Tuition assistance (up to) |
|---|---|
| Medical (MBBS and equivalent) | up to ₹2,00,000 per year |
| Engineering, pharmacy and similar professional degrees | up to ₹50,000 per year |
| Diploma and other listed courses | as per the scheme's course-wise limit |
On top of tuition, eligible students staying away from home can get a hostel/food allowance, and there is a one-time book and instrument allowance. All of it is paid straight into your bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer, so your account details need to be correct and active.
Exact amounts and course lists are revised over time. Confirm the current figures for your specific course on the official MYSY portal before you rely on them.
Documents to keep ready
- Marksheet of the qualifying exam (Class 10 or 12) showing your percentile
- A current income certificate
- Proof of admission and the fee receipt for your course
- Aadhaar card and a bank passbook copy
- Proof of Gujarat residence
- Passport-size photograph, and hostel proof if claiming the hostel allowance
How to apply, step by step
- Register on the MYSY portal. Go to mysy.guj.nic.in and create your account, or log in if you already have one.
- Fill the application form with your personal, academic and course details, entering your name and marks exactly as they appear on your documents.
- Upload the required documents clearly and in the formats the portal asks for.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the completed application.
- Get your documents verified in person. Visit the designated MYSY help centre with your printout and original documents for physical verification. Your application is not complete until this step is done.
Do not skip the help-centre verification
This is the single most common reason MYSY applications fall through. Unlike some fully online scholarships, MYSY requires you to physically verify your documents at a help centre after submitting online. Students who fill the form, feel done, and never go for verification simply do not get the scholarship. Note the verification deadline for your year and go early, because centres get very busy near the last date. For 2025-26, for example, the verification window closed on 20 August, and dates like this shift each year.
MYSY or a Digital Gujarat scholarship, which one?
If you belong to SC, ST, OBC, SEBC or a minority category, the caste-based scholarships on the Digital Gujarat portal are usually the better fit. MYSY is aimed at students, often general category, who meet the merit and income conditions but are not covered by those schemes. Check both, and apply for whichever you qualify for; you generally cannot draw the same benefit twice.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Filling the online form but never going for physical verification.
- Using an old or expired income certificate.
- Applying when you are just below the 80 percentile as a fresh applicant.
- Wrong or inactive bank details, which block the DBT payment.
- Missing the renewal because you assumed it was automatic.
What students usually ask before applying
What is the MYSY scholarship?
The Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana is a Gujarat government scholarship that helps meritorious students from families earning up to ₹6 lakh a year, especially general-category students, cover tuition, hostel and book costs for higher education.
What percentile do I need for MYSY?
Fresh applicants need to have scored in the 80th percentile or above in the qualifying exam, Class 10 for diploma courses and Class 12 for degree courses. Renewal requires at least 50% marks and 75% attendance.
What is the income limit for MYSY?
Your family's total annual income from all sources must not exceed ₹6 lakh, proved with a current income certificate.
How much money does MYSY give?
Tuition assistance is up to ₹2 lakh a year for medical courses and up to ₹50,000 for engineering and pharmacy, with course-wise limits for others, plus hostel and one-time book allowances, all paid by DBT.
How do I apply for MYSY?
Register and fill the form at mysy.guj.nic.in, upload your documents, take a printout, and then complete physical document verification at a designated MYSY help centre. The application is not complete until verification is done.
Can I get both MYSY and a Digital Gujarat scholarship?
Generally you cannot draw the same benefit from two schemes. Caste-based students usually use the Digital Gujarat scholarships, while MYSY suits those who meet the merit and income rules but are not covered there. Apply for the one you qualify for.
