Government Scholarship · Undergraduate, Diploma

Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna

Q: Is this scheme open to students living in government hostels?

No, this is specifically a hostel maintenance allowance for students living in private hostels, rental rooms, or PGs because they could not secure a government hostel seat.

Q: What are the rates for different cities?

Selected candidates in metropolitan cities (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, etc.) receive ₹3,000 per month (total ₹30,000), whereas non-metropolitan candidates get ₹2,000 per month (total ₹20,000).

Q: Is parent occupation factor relevant?

Yes, children of registered labor or marginal/small farmers receive maximum benefits with relaxed criteria.

Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra · Maharashtra

Annual Award₹30k+

Deadline30 Sept

Scheme Name	Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna
Provided By	Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Apply for the Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Allowance Scheme in Maharashtra. Learn about metropolitan vs non-metropolitan rates (₹20,000–₹30,000), eligibility, and registration process.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹30k+

Provides hostel maintenance allowances of ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 per year depending on course location (metropolitan vs non-metropolitan) to EWS professional course hostellers.

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Metropolitan cities (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur):₹3,000 per month for 10 months (total ₹30,000).
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Non-metropolitan areas:₹2,000 per month for 10 months (total ₹20,000).

Note: Requires staying in private hostel/PG.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate, Diploma
Course / Stream	Professional, Engineering, Medical, Management
Minimum Marks	50%
Income Limit	Up to ₹8.0 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	General, EWS
Domicile State	Maharashtra

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓* Jan Aadhaar / Aadhaar Card
✓* Domicile certificate of Maharashtra
✓* Income Certificate (< ₹8 Lakhs)
✓* Registered Hostel Warden Certificate / Rent Agreement & Mess receipts
✓* Registered Labor or Marginal Farmer Certificate (if applicable)

Selection Process

Based on EWS category, Maharashtra residency, pursuing professional courses, and staying in a private hostel/PG away from home.

Renewal Policy

Required annually by submitting updated hostel receipts and passing previous year transcripts.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Access MahaDBT
Go to the portal at [mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in](https://mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in).
2
Log In
Log in using your Aadhaar details.
3
Select Scheme
Under DTE department, select "Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna".
4
Attach Hostel Details
Upload your rent agreement/hostel warden receipt indicating room allotment.
5
Labor certificate option
Upload your parent's registered labor/marginal farmer card for maximum allowances if applicable.
6
Submit
Submit online and follow up with college nodal offices.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Is this scheme open to students living in government hostels?

No, this is specifically a hostel maintenance allowance for students living in private hostels, rental rooms, or PGs because they could not secure a government hostel seat.

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