State SchemeVerified for 2026

Maharashtra GOI Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Last Date & Deadlines 2026

Application Deadline

31 March 2026

Applications typically June - March

Timeline Details & Extensions

Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.

  • Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
  • Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.

FAQs for Maharashtra GOI Post-Matric Scholarship for SC

Q.What is the income limit for eligibility?

The parents/guardian annual income shall be less than or equal to Rs. 2,50,000.[2][4]

Q.Who is eligible to apply?

Students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Navbouddha, resident of Maharashtra, studying in Class 11 or above, having passed SSC/equivalent.[2][3]

Q.What benefits are provided?

Monthly maintenance allowance (Group I: Rs.550 day scholars/Rs.1200 hostellers; up to Group IV: Rs.230/Rs.380), reimbursement of tuition/exam fees, additional disability allowances.[3]