Maharashtra Post-Matric OBC Scholarship
About the Program
Detailed guide to the Maharashtra Post-Matric OBC Scholarship. Learn about income ceilings, mandatory certificates, and online application process.
Benefits & Financial Support
Covers 50% tuition fees for professional courses and 100% for non-professional courses in recognized colleges, plus monthly maintenance allowances.
Inclusions
* 50% to 100% tuition fee reimbursement depending on the course. * Monthly maintenance allowance up to ₹425 (DBT).
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI
Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 33% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Requires digital OBC caste certificate.
Selection Process
Based on OBC category, Maharashtra residency, and family income limit <= ₹1.5 Lakhs per annum.
Renewal Policy
Required each academic year through the MahaDBT portal, uploading the passed marksheet of the previous year.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Access MahaDBT
** Open the Aaple Sarkar DBT portal at [mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in](https://mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in).
- 3**Register/Login
** Register using Aadhaar card.
- 4**Select Scheme
** Click "VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department" and choose "Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC".
- 5**Upload Certificates
** Scan and upload Domicile, OBC Caste, and Tehsildar Income Certificate (< ₹1.5 Lakhs).
- 6**Verify and Submit
** Confirm all fields and submit online. Follow up with your college clerk.
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
30 September 2026
Applications typically open in June and close by late September.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the family income limit for OBC students in Maharashtra?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹1.5 Lakhs per annum.
Q.Is this scholarship paid via DBT?
Yes, both maintenance allowance and tuition fees are credited to the student's active Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Q.Who issues the valid income certificate?
The certificate must be issued by a competent revenue authority, such as Tehsildar or Naib Tehsildar.
Help & Contact Support
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Need Application Help?
If you have trouble applying, you can check your eligibility or browse our step-by-step application guides.
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