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Dr. P. G. Solanki Scheme for Loan/Assistance to Medical Graduate Doctors of Scheduled Caste

The scheme was launched in the year 1976 with the objective to provide loans/assistance to the Scheduled Caste category doctors to start their independent profession.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Loan/Assistance details under the scheme: | - Subsidy/assistance of ₹25,000/-. | - Loan upto ₹2,50,000/- at the rate of interest 4%.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Medical Graduate Doctor possessing qualifications such as M.B.B.S, B.S.A.M, B.A.M.S, B.A.M (Ayurveda), B.D.S (Dental) Homeopathic Degree/ BHMS and DHMS in Diploma, and Homeopathic Degree/Diploma (BHMS and DHMS in Diploma).; The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste category.; The benefit of this scheme will be given only to natives of Gujarat state.; The annual income limit should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- for rural areas and ₹6,00,000/- for urban areas.; The applicant should not be employed in a government hospital or any private organization.; The benefit of this scheme will be available to one person in the family only once. If the involvement of another person is found, all loan assistance and other expenses will be recovered from the applicant.; After sanctioning the loan to the applicant, repayment will be made in monthly installments of ₹5,000/- for 12 months.; The applicant will have to start the clinic in 3 months after receiving government assistance.; Homeopathic doctors must practice only in pure homeopathy.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who are the beneficiaries of this scheme?

Scheduled Caste Medical Graduate Doctors possessing qualifications such as M.B.B.S, B.S.A.M, B.A.M.S, B.A.M (Ayurveda), B.D.S (Dental), Homeopathic Degree/ BHMS and DHMS in Diploma, and Homeopathic Degree/Diploma (BHMS and DHMS in Diploma) are eligible.

What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

Beneficiaries receive a subsidy/assistance of [?]25,000/- and a loan of up to [?]2,50,000/- at an interest rate of 4%.

What are the eligibility criteria for applicants?

Applicants must be Medical Graduate Doctors belonging to the Scheduled Caste category and natives of Gujarat state. Their annual income limit should not exceed [?]6,00,000/- for rural and urban areas.

Can applicants be employed in government hospitals or private organizations?

No, applicants should not be employed in government hospitals or private organizations.

How many times can a family avail the benefit of this scheme?

The benefit is available only once to one person in the family. If another family member is involved, all loan assistance and expenses will be recovered from the applicant.

What is the repayment plan for the loan?

Repayment is made in monthly installments of [?]5,000/- for 12 months after loan sanction.

Within what timeframe should the clinic be started after receiving government assistance?

The clinic must be started within 3 months after receiving government assistance.

Are there any restrictions on the practice for homeopathic doctors?

Yes, homeopathic doctors must practice only pure homeopathy.

Where can eligible applicants apply for this scheme?

Eligible applicants can apply through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/