Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna
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
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.
Inclusions
* Metropolitan cities (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur): ₹3,000 per month for 10 months (total ₹30,000). * Non-metropolitan areas: ₹2,000 per month for 10 months (total ₹20,000).
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Diploma
Must be enrolled in Professional, Engineering, Medical, Management. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Important Note
Requires staying in private hostel/PG.
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.
Application Process
- 1
### Step-by-Step Application Guide
- 2**Access MahaDBT
** Go to the portal at [mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in](https://mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in).
- 3**Log In
** Log in using your Aadhaar details.
- 4**Select Scheme
** Under DTE department, select "Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna".
- 5**Attach Hostel Details
** Upload your rent agreement/hostel warden receipt indicating room allotment.
- 6**Labor certificate option
** Upload your parent's registered labor/marginal farmer card for maximum allowances if applicable.
- 7**Submit
** Submit online and follow up with college nodal offices.
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.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.
Help & Contact Support
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