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Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has successfully allocated admissions for over 20,000 CET-qualified students into 115 residential schools. The initiative, supported by Rs 16 crore in scholarships, ensures quality education from Class 6 to 12. The process was streamlined through a state-developed online portal, benefiting 30,000 students via Direct Benefit Transfer. The event was attended by key officials, including Education Minister Dr. Kuber Dindor and MoS Praful Pansheriya.

Key Points: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Allots 20,000 CET Students to Residential Schools

  • Gujarat CM oversees CET admissions for 20,000 students
  • Rs 16 crore scholarships disbursed via DBT
  • Scheme ensures quality education from Class 6-12
  • Online portal simplifies application process
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel concludes online admission allotment for over 20,000 CET-qualified students

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel completes online admission for 20,000 CET-qualified students into 115 residential schools, backed by Rs 16 crore scholarships.

"Under the Chief Minister’s guidance, the Education Department has adopted an approach to provide admission opportunities in various government schemes to CET-qualified students. – Official Press Release"

Gandhinagar, May 5

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel completed the online admission allotment process for over 20,000 standard 5 students across Gujarat who qualified in this year's Common Entrance Test, ensuring their admission to 115 residential schools, according to an official press release.

The Chief Minister was joined by Education Minister Dr Kuber Dindor and Minister of State for Education Praful Pansheriya.

Under the Chief Minister's guidance, the Education Department has adopted an approach to provide admission opportunities in various government schemes to CET-qualified students through a state-developed common portal, the release stated. Under this initiative, the State Examination Board conducted the CET for Class 5 students on March 22 this year. The CM then allocated online scholarships and residential school admissions to the students who cleared the CET, supporting their education.

Over Rs 16 crore was disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer to 30,000 students, 14,595 boys and 15,405 girls, under Mukhayamantri Gyan Setu Merit Scholarship Yojana. This scheme ensures that students from government and grant-in-aid schools in the state receive quality education from Class 6 to 12. The scholarship application process is also available online.

The occasion was attended by several dignitaries, including Chief Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister Hasmukh Adhia, Additional Chief Secretary of the Tribal Development Department J.P. Gupta, Principal Secretary of Education Mukesh Kumar, Project Director of Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan Ranjith Kumar, and senior officers from the Education Department.

- ANI

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Rahul P.
This is a great initiative by Gujarat government! Digital admission process reduces corruption and middlemen. My niece got selected and the entire process was smooth as butter. Kudos to CM Bhupendra Patel for focusing on education. 👏
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Priya M.
While the scheme is good, I hope they also monitor the quality of education in these residential schools. Admission is just the first step - what matters is what students learn there. The government should conduct surprise inspections.
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Sanjay K.
₹16 crore scholarship for 30,000 students is impressive! But I wonder how many of these are from rural areas? The government should share district-wise data to ensure benefits are reaching all sections equally. #TransparencyMatters
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Meena T.
As a teacher in Ahmedabad, I've seen how these scholarships change lives. Many bright students from poor families now get quality education. The online system is much better than old paperwork method. Gujarat leading the way! ✨
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Arjun D.
Good step but what about students who didn't qualify? The government should have remedial programs for them too. Every child deserves quality education, not just the toppers. Hope they expand the scheme in future.
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Neha R.
The gender balance in scholarships (14,595 boys vs 15,405 girls) is heartening to see! More girls getting opportunities means progress for our society. Hope other states learn from Gujarat's education model. 💯

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