Many scholarship schemes are announced by the Maharashtra state government for the students. Maharashtra Scholarships are for students who belong to different categories. Maharashtra has the 2nd highest literacy rate in India among all the states. So it has emerged as an educational hub. It has one Central University, 19 state universities, and 21 deemed universities which creates an atmosphere of education for the students who are the residents of the state and also for the outsiders. Maharashtra Government has introduced an online portal for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) also known as MahaDBT. Direct Benefit Transfer helps the students in receiving money either online or offline. The procedure of MahaDBT is through online.
Maharashtra Scholarship – Important Dates
|
Events |
Dates |
| Post-Matric Scholarship SBC Maharashtra End date | February |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees SBC candidates | February |
| Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojana End Date | June |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees to VJNT End Date | February |
| Educational Concession to the children of Ex-Servicemen End Date | February |
| Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance to ST candidates End Date | February |
| Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement End Date | February |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University Scheme End Date | July |
| Education Concession for the Children of Freedom Fighter End Date | February |
| Government Research Adhichatra End Date | February |
| Maintenance Allowance for SC candidates in Professional Courses End Date | February |
| Maintenance Allowance to VJNT & SBC candidates in Professional Courses End Date | February |
| Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship End Date | August |
| Tuition Fee & Examination Fee to ST candidates End Date | NA |
| Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India End Date | October |
| Tuition Fee & Examination Fees for OBC candidates End Date | February |
| Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship for SC candidates End Date | NA |
| Post Matric Scholarship to OBC candidates End Date | February |
| Post Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disability End Date | November |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship End Date | December |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna End Date | February |
| Post Matric Scholarship to VJNT candidates End Date | February |
| Chief Minister Fellowship(CMF) Program End Date | June |
| State Government Dakshina Ahichatra Scholarship End Date | June |
| Eklavya Scholarship End Date | October |
| Post Matric Tuition Fee & Examination Fee (Freeship) End Date | June |
Maharashtra Scholarship – Details
|
Scholarship Name |
Provider Name |
Application Period |
| Post-Matric scholarship S.B.C. students, Maharashtra | Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees (S.B.C.) Students, Maharashtra | Department of V.J.N.T., O.B.C., and S.B.C. Welfare, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees (V.J.N.T. Students), Maharashtra | Department of V.J.N.T., O.B.C., and S.B.C. Welfare, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Educational Concession (kids of Ex-Servicemen), Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance(S.T. Students), Maharashtra | Department of Tribal Development, Gov rnment of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement, Maharashtra | Department of Tribal Development, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University Scheme, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Education Concession for the Children of Freedom Fighter, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Government Research Adhichatra, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Maintenance Allowance (S.C. Scholars) in Professional Courses | Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Maintenance Allowance (V.J.N.T & S.B.C Scholars) in Professional Courses | Department of V.J.N.T, O.B.C., and S.B.C. Welfare, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Tuition Fee & Exam Fee (S.T. Scholars), Maharashtra | Department of Tribal Development, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Post matriculation Scholarship scheme, GOI, Maharashtra | Department of Tribal Development, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Tuition Fee & Exam Fee (O.B.C Scholars), Maharashtra | Department of V.J.N.T, O.B.C., and S.B.C. Welfare, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Post Matric Scholarship(S.C Scholars), GOI, Maharashtra | Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Post Matric Scholarship(O.B.C Scholars), Maharashtra | Department of V.J.N.T, O.B.C., and S.B.C. Welfare, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Post Matric Scholarship(Persons with incapacity), Maharashtra | Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship, Maharashtra | Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Post Matric Scholarship (V.J.N.T Students), Maharashtra | Department of V.J.N.T, O.B.C., and S.B.C. Welfare, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Chief Minister Fellowship Program, Maharashtra | Government of
Maharashtra |
August – October |
| State Government Dakshina Ahichatra Scholarship, Maharashtra | Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Eklavya Scholarship, Maharashtra | Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
| Post Matric Tuition Fee & exam Fee (Freeship), Maharashtra | Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra | August – October |
Maharashtra Scholarship Eligibility – Who can Apply?
The main criteria are that the student must be a permanent resident of the state of Maharashtra.
Maharashtra Scholarship – Eligibility
| Scholarship Name | Category | Eligibility |
| Post-Matric scholarship S.B.C. students, Maharashtra | SBC | This scholarship applies to the students who are pursuing education at the Post Matriculation level. Attendance of 75% is compulsory. |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees (S.B.C.) Students, Maharashtra | SBC | The students who are pursuing education at the Post Matriculation level are eligible.
The annual gain of the family -Less than 8 lacs. The scholars should have secured admission through CAP means |
| Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna, Maharashtra | All | The annual gain of the family -Less than 8 lacs.
The candidates must have earned admission in a technical, skilled, or non-professional program at graduation or post-graduation level. It is applicable for the kids of registered labor and also the kids of Alpabhudarak. |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees (V.J.N.T. Students), Maharashtra | VJNT | Scholars studying at the post-matriculation level in a government institution.
The annual gain of the family mustn’t exceed Rs 8 Lac. Applicants ought to have taken admission through the CAP method. |
| Educational Concession (kids of Ex-Servicemen), Maharashtra | EX-SERVICEMEN | The children/widows/wife of Ex-Servicemen can apply.
They ought to be studying in Maharashtra government-aided college. |
| Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance(S.T. Students), Maharashtra | ST | The scholars hunting for vocational courses.
They ought to have passed the preceding examination. The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 2.5 Lacs. |
| Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement, Maharashtra | ST | The scholars listed in vocational courses like Pharmacy, Engineering, MBA, MCA.
The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 2.5 Lakh. |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University Scheme, Maharashtra | All | The scholars following graduation or post-graduation will apply.
They ought to have taken admission to JNU. |
| Education Concession for the Children of Freedom Fighter, Maharashtra | All | Children/Widow/Wife of freedom fighters is eligible to apply.
They should be studying in Maharashtra only. |
| Government Research Adhichatra, Maharashtra | All | It applies to postgraduate candidates.
They ought to be studying in Maharashtra at one of the given institutions – Govt. Science Institute (Mumbai, Nagpur, Aurangabad) Govt. Vidarbha Gyan Vigyan Science Institute (Amravati) Vasant Rao Naik Mahavidyalaya (Nagpur) Universities and related colleges They should have secured 60% marks in post- graduation. |
| Maintenance Allowance (S.C. Scholars) in Professional Courses | SC | Candidates enrolled in professional courses are eligible.
The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 2.5 Lacs. The scholars ought to be living in a hostel. |
| Maintenance Allowance (V.J.N.T & S.B.C Scholars) in Professional Courses | VJNT, SBC | Applicants pursuing professional courses like engineering, medical, MBA can apply.
The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 1 Lac. Candidates must be staying in a government hostel. |
| Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship, Maharashtra | All | Candidates passed grade 10 from Government Vidyaniketan are eligible.
They must have secured 60% marks. |
| Tuition Fee & Exam Fee (S.T. Scholars), Maharashtra | ST | The applicant should have passed the previous examination.
The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 2.5 Lac. |
| Post matriculation Scholarship scheme, GOI, Maharashtra | ST | The students who passed the grade 10 exam are eligible.
They ought to be studying at a post-matric level. The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 2.5 Lacs. |
| Tuition Fee & Exam Fee (O.B.C Scholars), Maharashtra | OBC | The students studying in class 11 th to post-graduation are eligible for this scholarship.
The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs. 8 Lacs. |
| Post Matric Scholarship(S.C Scholars), GOI, Maharashtra | SC | The applicant who has qualified grade 10 can apply.
They ought to be studying at the post-matric level. The annual family gain should be less than Rs 2.50 Lacs. |
| Post Matric Scholarship(O.B.C Scholars), Maharashtra | OBC | The scholars studying at the post-matriculation level are eligible.
The annual gain of the family should be less than INR 1 Lacs. |
| Post Matric Scholarship(Persons with incapacity), Maharashtra | All | Special students of grade11 to post-graduation level are eligible.
The disability level should be 40% or more. |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship, Maharashtra | SC | The scholars should have passed the SSC examination with 75% marks and taken admission in grade eleven. |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna, Maharashtra | All | Candidates who have enrolled themselves in professional or non-professional courses.
Students should be pursuing under the general category. The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs 8 Lac. |
| Post Matric Scholarship (V.J.N.T Students), Maharashtra | VJNT | The students who are hunting studies at the post-matric level.
The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs 1 Lac. |
| Chief Minister Fellowship Program, Maharashtra | All | Young students of the age (21 to 26 years) are eligible.
They must possess graduation with first-class marks. They should have minimum work expertise of one year. They should be fluent in the Marathi language. They ought to be accountable, enterprising & enthusiastic. |
| State Government Dakshina Ahichatra Scholarship, Maharashtra | All | It is applicable for graduate candidates from non-agricultural universities.
They ought to be studying in Maharashtra. |
| Eklavya Scholarship, Maharashtra | All | The applicant who has completed their graduation and have taken enrolled in a post-graduate course.
The minimum percentage of marks must be obtained is 60% (for general stream) and 70% (for science stream). The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs 75K. |
| Post Matric Tuition Fee & exam Fee (Freeship), Maharashtra | SC | The scholars who have qualified SSC are eligible.
They ought to be studying in the government recognized institution situated in Maharashtra. The annual gain of the family should be less than Rs 2.5 lac |
Qualifying Factors – What Documents are Required?
- Aadhaar card and affidavit
- Bonafide certificate
- Caste certificate
- Residential certificate
- Income certificate
- Mark sheets of last qualifying exam
- Fee receipt number
- CAP Allotment letter
- Hostel certificate
Maharashtra Scholarship – Benefits
Maharashtra Scholarship helps deserving candidates to pursue their education without any monetary issues.
This Scholarship offers various rewards and DBT systems to the applicants.
Further in this article, there is a complete detail of the rewards and benefits provided to the candidates.
Maharashtra Scholarship – Apply Online
The stepwise application process to apply online for the Maharashtra Scholarship
Step 1: Online Registration
Both UID primarily based registration and Non – UID based registration are available.
For UID (Aadhar) Based Registration
- Visit the MahaDBT Scholarship web site at https://mahadbtmahait.gov.in/
- Select “New Applicant Registration”.
- Register using Aadhaar number.
- Choose authenticate type OTP (through aadhaar joined mobile number) or by using Biometric (if the mobile number is not joined with Aadhaar)
- When the Aadhaar details are verified, fill all the necessary details on the form.
- Make candidates login details (username and password)
- Check the email ID and mobile number via OTP for successful registration.
- Save the details and proceed.
For Non-UID (Non-Aadhar) based registration
- Visit the MahaDBT gov on the Scholarship Website.
- Click on “New Applicant Registration”.
- Select “No” and register either by using the generated Aadhaar or by under process Aadhaar number.
- Fill all the details.
- Verify the email ID and mobile number through OTP for successful registration.
- Make candidates login details (username and password)
- Upload candidates photo and supporting documents
- Click on “Register” to finish registration.
Step 2: User Login Procedure
- Click on “Applicant login”.
- Enter username and password as entered throughout registration to log in.
- If the students forget the password, they can click on the “Forget password” button.
Step 3: Submission of Form
- After successful login, students can see the Welcome page by default.
- Update the candidates’ profile by clicking on “Profile” Icon.
- If the candidate’s profile is 100% complete, students can now click on the all schemes button.
- Select the scholarship applicant wants to apply for.
- Proceed with the scholarship application by clicking on the “Apply” button
- Enter all the details and upload documents (if required).
- Finally, submit the application.
Step 4: Check Application Status (Maharashtra scholarship status)
- By clicking on “Applied Schemes”, candidates can check their online application status anytime.
- If the application is under scrutiny, it will be seen as “Under Scrutiny Applications”.
- If the application is rejected, it will be seen as “Rejected Applications” and “Approved Applications”, if approved.
Maharashtra Scholarship – Offline Application
The offline application process consists of the below steps:
- Reach the respective scholarship providing institution to get the scholarship application.
- Fill all the required details and supporting certificates.
- Submit the completed application to the respective institution.
Maharashtra Scholarship – Terms and Condition
- All updates in the respect of the scholarship are updated on the official portal.
- Candidates should provide their effective mobile phone number, and current email ID.
- All the details and documents produced by the candidate must be authentic and true. If the information given is found wrong, then the application form and data collected will be rejected.
- Applications suspected will not be sent for scholarship and will be thrown-away at the same time.
Maharashtra Scholarship – Rewards
|
Scholarship |
Rewards |
| Post-Matric scholarship SBC candidates | Hostelers – Rs. 150 to Rs 425 per month
Day Scholars – Rs. 90 to Rs 190 per month |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees SBC candidates | Compensation of tuition fees, exam fees,
& other admissible fees |
| Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna | Rs 30,000 for 10 months |
| Tuition Fees & Exam Fees to VJNT | Compensation of tuition fees, exam fees, & other admissible fees |
| Educational Concession to the children of Ex-Servicemen | Admission Fee – 100%
Semester Fee – 100% Library Fee – 100% Laboratory Fee – 100% |
| Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance to ST candidates | For courses with 4 to 5 years period
Maintenance allowance of Rs 7K p.a. for day-scholars and Rs 10K p.a. to hostelers. For courses with 2 to 3 years period Maintenance allowance of Rs 5K p.a. for day-scholars and Rs 7K p.a to hostelers. For courses with 2 years or less period Maintenance allowance of Rs 5K p.a. to both day-scholars and hostelers. |
| Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement | Tuition fees and exam fees as per sanctioned by the college |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University Scheme | Rs 8K per monthAn additional allowance of Rs 10K p.a |
| Education Concession for the Children of Freedom Fighter | Rs 50 per month for UGC/PG and Rs 60 per month for engineering students.
Rs 200 p.a. for UGC/ PG and Rs 400 p.a. for engineering course as books allowance. |
| Government Research Adhichatra | Rs 750 per month and Rs 1K p.a for other expenses |
| Maintenance Allowance for SC candidates in Professional Courses | For courses with 4 to 5 years period –
Maintenance allowance of Rs 7K p.a (day-scholars) and Rs 10K p.a (hostelers). For courses with 2 to 3 years period – Maintenance allowance of Rs 5K p.a (Day-scholars) and Rs 7K p.a (hostelers). For courses with 2 years or less period – Maintenance allowance of Rs 5K p.a. to both day-scholars and hostelers |
| Maintenance Allowance to VJNT & SBC candidates in Professional Courses | For courses with 4 to 5 years period –
Maintenance allowance of Rs 700 per month for 10 months. For courses with 2 to 3 years period – Maintenance allowance of Rs 500 per month for 10 months. For courses with 2 years or less period – Maintenance allowance of Rs 500 per month for 10 months. |
| Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship | Rs 100 per month |
| Tuition Fee & Examination Fee to ST candidates | Tuition fees and exam fees |
| Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India | Maintenance allowance of up to Rs 1,200 per month
Additional reader allowance of up to Rs 240 per month Study tour charges of INR 1,600 p.a Thesis typing/printing charges of Rs 1,600 p.a Book grant of Rs 1,200 p.a |
| Tuition Fee & Examination Fees for OBC candidates | Tuition fees, laboratory fees, library fees, admission fees, term fees, and examination fees gets covered under this scholarship scheme. |
| Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship for SC candidates | Hostelers: About Rs 1,200 per month
Day-scholars: About Rs 550 per month |
| Post Matric Scholarship to OBC candidates | For day scholars: Maintenance allowance of Rs 90 to Rs 190 per month.
For hostelers: Maintenance allowance of Rs 150 to Rs 425 per month. |
| Post Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disability | Maintenance allowance of around Rs 1,200 per month
Reader allowance of around Rs 100 per month Study tour expenses of around Rs 500 p.a Project typing expenses of around Rs 600 p.a Tuition fees |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship | Rs 300 per month for 10 months to continue studies for class 11th and 12th. |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna | 100% of tuition fees and exam fees |
| Post Matric Scholarship to VJNT candidates | For day-scholars: Rs 90 to Rs 190 per month
For hostelers: Rs 150 to Rs 425 per month |
| Chief Minister Fellowship(CMF) Program | Monthly stipend of Rs 45,000
Accidental insurance cover and other benefits |
| State Government Dakshina Ahichatra Scholarship | Rs 250 per month |
| Eklavya Scholarship | Rs. 5,000 |
| Post Matric Tuition Fee & Examination Fee (Freeship) | Tuition fee and examination fee |
Maharashtra Scholarship – Fee Charges
No fee is charged for the application process. It’s free to register.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Maharashtra Scholarships?
Ans. The actual date will be stipulated in the official website.
Q2. How many scholarships are there under Maharashtra Scholarship?
Ans. There are 26 scholarships in total.
Q3. What is the official website of Maharashtra scholarships?
Ans. https://mahadbtmahait.gov.in/ is the official website of Maharashtra scholarship.
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