Getting into the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal isn’t complicated — but if it’s your first time, the login page can feel a bit confusing. This guide covers exactly what to do: whether you’re signing in for the first time, resetting a forgotten password, or just checking if your scholarship has been approved.
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| Resource | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Website | digitalgujarat.gov.in |
| Helpline Number | 1800-233-5500 (toll-free, Mon–Sat 10am–6pm) |
| Aadhaar Help | uidai.gov.in or call 1947 |
| Best Browser | Google Chrome (latest version) |
| Login Type | Citizen Login — mobile number + password |
What Is the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal?
The Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal — available at digitalgujarat.gov.in — is the official platform where Gujarat students apply for government scholarships.
If you belong to the SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or Minority category, there’s a strong chance your scheme runs through this portal. It was set up by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Gujarat to eliminate the old office-visit, paperwork-heavy process.
Everything — application submission, document upload, and payment tracking — now happens entirely online through the Digital Gujarat Student Portal.
One thing worth knowing upfront: the portal covers over 50 scholarship schemes. Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, merit scholarships — all accessible through a single login. No separate accounts needed for each scheme.
In practice, the portal works well. It can slow down during peak periods, particularly around deadlines in August and September — so don’t leave applications to the last day.
How to Log In to the Digital Gujarat Scholarship Portal
If you already have an account, this is straightforward. Open Google Chrome (recommended — older browsers cause display issues), go to digitalgujarat.gov.in, and find the Citizen Login button near the top-right of the page.
Step 1 — Visit the Official Digital Gujarat Portal
Type digitalgujarat.gov.in directly into your browser. Don’t click random search results — there are lookalike sites that steal login credentials. The real site always ends in .gov.in.
Step 2 — Click “Citizen Login”
This button is at the top-right of the homepage. Some pages also show a dedicated Scholarship Login link in the navigation menu — either one takes you to the same place.
Step 3 — Enter Your Registered Mobile Number
This is the number you used when you first registered — it acts as your username on Digital Gujarat. If that number is no longer active, there’s no self-service way to change it. You’ll need to call the helpdesk at 1800-233-5500.
Step 4 — Enter Your Password
Type the password you set during registration. If you’ve forgotten it, hit “Forgot Password” below the login box. An OTP goes to your registered number and you can reset it in under two minutes.
Step 5 — Complete the CAPTCHA
It’s a letter/number image CAPTCHA. If it’s hard to read, click the refresh icon next to it. Don’t guess repeatedly — three wrong attempts can temporarily freeze the login page.
Step 6 — Click Login
You’ll land on your Digital Gujarat student dashboard where all your applications, documents, and status updates are visible.
Security reminder: Always log out after your session — especially on shared computers or college labs. Your Aadhaar details and bank account information are accessible inside the dashboard.
First Time Here? How to Register on Digital Gujarat
Registration is a one-time process and takes about 10–15 minutes if your documents are ready.
You’ll start by entering your Aadhaar number. The Digital Gujarat Login system sends an OTP to the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar for identity verification. Before you begin, confirm that your Aadhaar is linked to an active mobile number you can access right now.
If it isn’t, visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra first and get that updated — without it, the registration process won’t move forward.
Once OTP verification is done, fill in your personal details — name, date of birth, category, institution name, course, and year. Then link your bank account and set a password. Save that password somewhere safe. A lot of students forget it within a week and end up going through the reset process unnecessarily.
Documents Needed Before You Register on Digital Gujarat
- Aadhaar Card — with an active mobile number linked to it
- Category certificate (SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Minority)
- Latest marksheet or bonafide certificate from your institution
- Bank passbook — account number and IFSC code
- Passport-size photo in JPG format, under 100 KB
Scan everything before you sit down to register. The Digital Gujarat Student Portal does time out, and losing progress halfway through is genuinely frustrating.
How to Check Your Gujarat Scholarship Application Status
After applying, log back into digitalgujarat.gov.in and go to “My Applications” in the left sidebar or top menu.
Select the scholarship scheme and academic year. You’ll see real-time status — whether it’s under review at your institution, pending at department level, approved, or disbursed.
“Disbursed” means the amount has been transferred to your bank account via DBT. If a week has passed since the disbursed status appeared and the money hasn’t arrived, check the bank account number listed in your profile. Even one wrong digit causes the transfer to fail silently.
Common Digital Gujarat Login Problems — and How to Fix Them
A few issues come up again and again. Most are simpler to resolve than they first seem.
Forgot Your Password
Click “Forgot Password” on the Digital Gujarat login page. Enter your registered mobile number, verify the OTP, and set a new password. The whole process takes about two minutes.
OTP Not Arriving on Your Phone
Check your network signal first. Wait at least 60 seconds before hitting resend. If you’ve changed your mobile number since Aadhaar registration, you’ll need to update it on the UIDAI portal before OTPs work again on Digital Gujarat.
Account Locked After Wrong Password Attempts
The Digital Gujarat portal locks your account after 5 incorrect password attempts. Wait 30 minutes for it to unlock automatically. If you’re in a hurry, call the helpdesk at 1800-233-5500 — they can reset it for you directly.
Portal Not Loading or Freezing
The portal gets congested between 10am and 12pm on weekdays. Try logging in early morning or after 6pm. Clearing your browser’s cache and cookies fixes the issue in most cases. If it still doesn’t load, switch from Wi-Fi to mobile data — sometimes it’s a local network issue.
CAPTCHA Not Visible on Screen
This is usually caused by browser extensions blocking images. Disable your ad-blocker temporarily and reload the page. Switching to Google Chrome almost always resolves it if other browsers are giving trouble.
Aadhaar eKYC Verification Failing
This almost always means your Aadhaar isn’t linked to an active mobile number. Update your Aadhaar mobile at a nearby Seva Kendra, or visit a CSC centre and use the biometric (fingerprint) verification option if OTP isn’t available. You can find more details and book an appointment on the UIDAI official website.
Frequently Asked Questions — Digital Gujarat Scholarship Login
What is the official URL for the Digital Gujarat Login page?
The official address is digitalgujarat.gov.in. Some older guides still reference epass.gujarat.gov.in — that’s the previous version. Both currently work, but use digitalgujarat.gov.in going forward as it’s the actively maintained platform.
Can I use the Digital Gujarat Student Portal on my phone?
Yes. Open Chrome on your Android or iPhone, go to digitalgujarat.gov.in, and log in normally. There’s no app to download — the website is mobile-friendly enough for most tasks, though uploading documents is easier on a desktop or laptop.
I registered but my Digital Gujarat Login isn’t working. Why?
Two common reasons: your registration is still pending approval from your institution (this can take a few days), or there’s a password mismatch. Try resetting your password first. If that doesn’t work, call 1800-233-5500 — the helpdesk can check your account status directly.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for the Digital Gujarat Scholarship portal?
Yes, completely. Aadhaar-based eKYC is required for both registration and DBT payments. Without Aadhaar linked to an active mobile number, you cannot complete registration. Visit uidai.gov.in to check or update your details.
How long does scholarship disbursement take after approval?
After approval by your institution and the department, disbursement typically takes 30 to 90 days depending on the scheme and DBT processing cycle. The portal shows “Disbursed” when the transfer goes through. If the money hasn’t arrived within a week of that status, verify your bank details in your profile.
Can one Digital Gujarat Login be used for multiple scholarship applications?
One account gives you access to all 50+ schemes on the portal. Whether you can apply for more than one at the same time depends on individual scheme rules — some state and central schemes don’t allow concurrent applications under the same category. Always read the scheme-specific guidelines before applying for more than one.
Still stuck? Call the helpdesk at 1800-233-5500 (toll-free, Monday to Saturday, 10am–6pm) or visit digitalgujarat.gov.in directly.