Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Maharashtra (MahaDBT)
The Government of Maharashtra offers a comprehensive Post Matric Scholarship program through the MahaDBT portal to provide financial assistance to students from marginalized communities including SC, ST, OBC, VJNT, and SBC categories. The scheme aims to reduce the dropout rate by covering compulsory tuition fees, exam fees, and providing a monthly maintenance allowance for students pursuing higher education in recognized institutions. This umbrella scheme includes various sub-schemes such as the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Fee Reimbursement and the Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance. Eligibility is primarily based on caste certificate verification and annual family income limits. The application process is entirely digital, ensuring transparency and direct benefit transfer to the students' Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
Eligibility
- • Target: student
- • Category: Education Scholarship
- • State: Maharashtra
Documents required
- ☐ Caste Certificate
- ☐ Income Certificate issued by Tahsildar
- ☐ Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra
- ☐ Previous Year Marksheets
- ☐ Aadhaar Card
- ☐ Bank Passbook (Aadhaar Seeded)
- ☐ Fee Receipt of current year
- ☐ Hostel Certificate (if applicable)
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Maharashtra (MahaDBT)?
Targeted at students in Maharashtra under the Education Scholarship category. Verify full eligibility on the official portal before applying.
What is the benefit amount?
Tuition fees, exam fees reimbursement, and monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹1,200 depending on course and category.
How do I apply?
Apply directly on the official government portal linked above. YojanaRadar never charges to apply for any government scheme.
Is the deadline fixed?
Current window closes 2024-03-31. Ministries can extend — always confirm on source.