Maharashtra Girls Merit Scholarship
Government of Maharashtra - Women & Child Development · Maharashtra
| Scheme Name | Maharashtra Girls Merit Scholarship |
| Provided By | Government of Maharashtra - Women & Child Development |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Maharashtra Girls Merit Scholarship provides ₹20,000 annually for meritorious girl students in STEM fields with 75%+ marks.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹20k+
The 'Girls' Free Education Scheme' by the Government of Maharashtra provides a 100% waiver of annual education (tuition) and examination fees for eligible girl students. This means the admission cost and exam fees paid by students will be reimbursed or waived entirely. The scholarship amount, where applicable for other schemes or reimbursements, is directly credited to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The authorized scholarship will generally be credited to the bank account in two stages.
Annual scholarship for girls in STEM fields
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | UG |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 60% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹6.0 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | Maharashtra |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Maharashtra Domicile Certificate
- ✓Class 12 / previous qualifying marksheet
- ✓Annual Income Certificate (issued by Tahsildar)
- ✓College Admission Receipt
- ✓Bonafide Student Certificate
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Bank Account Details (Aadhaar linked)
Selection Process
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Selection for merit-based scholarships in Maharashtra is generally based on academic merit and fulfillment of specific eligibility criteria
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For the 'State Government Open Merit Scholarship,' candidates are selected based on merit and the stream of study (Arts, Commerce, Science, Law)
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For the 'Girls' Free Education Scheme' or 'Tuition & Exam Fee Waiver for Girl Students,' the primary criteria include being a domicile of Maharashtra, being a girl student, and having an annual family income below ₹8 lakh
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Applications are verified by the respective educational institute and then forwarded for final approval by the relevant department.
Renewal Policy
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Annual renewal of the scholarship is generally required
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To renew, students need to log in to the MahaDBT portal using their existing credentials, navigate to the 'Renewal Application' section, update their academic year details, and upload their new marksheet and a bonafide certificate
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For income-based schemes, income certificates submitted in the first year may remain valid for the entire course duration, provided an annual self-declaration is submitted
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Continuation of the scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progress, typically securing at least 50% marks in the preceding year for some schemes.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Registration
* Visit the official MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in or mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in). * Click on 'New Applicant Registration'. * If you have an Aadhaar card, select 'Yes' and authenticate via OTP to auto-populate details. * If you do not have an Aadhaar, select 'No' and proceed with non-Aadhaar registration, manually filling in details and uploading identification proofs. * Verify your mobile number via OTP and create a unique User ID and Password. **
- 2Application
* Log in to the portal using your User ID and Password. * Complete your applicant profile by filling in all mandatory details, including personal information, domicile, income, caste (if applicable), bank details (ensuring it's Aadhaar-linked), current course, and past qualifications. * Under the 'All Schemes' section, search and select the relevant 'Maharashtra Girls Merit Scholarship' or 'Girls' Free Education Scheme'. * Fill in any additional required information for the specific scheme. * Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents, such as previous year's marksheet, school/college bonafide certificate, domicile certificate, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and passport-size photograph. * Review your application thoroughly and click 'Submit'. **
- 3Status Tracking
* Log in to the MahaDBT portal. * On your dashboard, click on 'Application Status' or 'Track Application' or 'My Applied Scheme'. * You will see the current status of your application (e.g., 'Submitted,' 'Institute Verified,' 'Under Review,' 'Approved,' 'Payment Processed,' or 'Rejected'). * For payment status, go to 'Payment Status' or 'Scholarship History' to view transaction dates and amounts.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the key benefits of the Girls' Free Education Scheme in Maharashtra?
The 'Girls' Free Education Scheme' offers a 100% waiver of tuition fees and examination fees for eligible girl students pursuing various professional and non-professional courses up to post-graduation in government and aided colleges. This initiative aims to remove financial barriers and encourage higher enrollment of girls in education.
How will I receive the scholarship amount or fee reimbursement?
All approved scholarship funds and fee reimbursements are disbursed directly into the student's registered bank account. It is mandatory for your bank account to be linked with your Aadhaar number for smooth Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The authorized amount will typically be credited in two stages.
What should I do if my scholarship amount is approved but not credited to my bank account?
If your scholarship status shows 'Payment Processed' but you haven't received the funds, first ensure your Aadhaar is correctly linked to your bank account (NPCI seeding). You can also check with your bank if the NPCI mapping is active. If the issue persists after 5-7 working days, visit your bank with the MahaDBT payment reference number to trace the transaction or contact the MahaDBT helpdesk.
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