Gujarat students will receive a ₹2,000 stipend for mandatory college internships. The state's Education Department launched the "Kaushalya Sahay Yojana" to support final-year undergraduate students. This initiative aims to cover internship expenses like travel and materials.
The program is a direct response to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It ensures students complete their 20-day, 4-credit internships without financial barriers. The government has allocated ₹42.51 crore annually for this scheme.
Over 2 lakh students are expected to benefit each year. Students must apply through their college portals after internship completion. Faculty mentors and principals will verify credentials.
Financial aid will be transferred directly to student bank accounts. This uses the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) facility managed by the Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat (KCG).
Scheme Details
The "Kaushalya Sahay Yojana" is open to students in Gujarat. It applies to Government and Grant-in-Aid Arts, Commerce, and Science colleges. These institutions must be affiliated with state universities.
The NEP 2020 mandates a 20-day internship for sixth-semester undergraduates. This internship carries 4 academic credits. The stipend directly supports this requirement.
Key Features
- Stipend Amount: ₹2,000 per student.
- Internship Duration: 20 days.
- Academic Credit: 4 credits.
- Eligible Colleges: Government and Grant-in-Aid institutions affiliated with state universities.
- Beneficiaries: Final-year undergraduate students.
- Annual Budget: ₹42.51 crore.
- Estimated Beneficiaries: Over 2 lakh students annually.
- Payment Method: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
How to Claim the Stipend
Students must complete the compulsory 20-day internship in their sixth semester. This is part of the NEP syllabus.
After completion, obtain an internship certificate from your supervisor. This confirms training in your chosen field.
Log in to your student profile on the official college website. This portal is managed by the Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat.
Upload internship completion documents. Include your Aadhaar-linked bank details on the portal.
Your college faculty mentor and principal will validate the submitted documents. This verification is crucial for processing the application.
Upon successful validation, the ₹2,000 stipend will be transferred. The funds go directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
