Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship
Government of Maharashtra - Minority Development Department · Maharashtra
| Scheme Name | Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship |
| Provided By | Government of Maharashtra - Minority Development Department |
| Eligibility Summary | Post-Matric · Minority · Maharashtra residents · Family income up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
About the Program
Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship for Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Parsi students provides ₹1,500-15,000 annually.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹50k+
The Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship provides financial assistance covering tuition fees and a maintenance allowance. For general undergraduate and postgraduate courses (Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, Education), the scholarship amount is capped at ₹5,000 per year or the actual annual course fee, whichever is less. For technical and professional courses (e.g., Engineering, Pharmacy, MBA, Medical/Health Sciences), the scholarship can cover actual tuition and examination fees up to ₹50,000 annually. Additionally, students receive a monthly maintenance allowance, which ranges from ₹230 to ₹1,200 depending on the course and whether they are hostellers or day scholars. All approved funds are disbursed directly into the beneficiaries' Aadhaar-linked bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Tuition fees, Maintenance allowance, Book grant
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Post-Matric |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | Minority |
| Domicile State | Maharashtra |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Minority Certificate
- ✓Maharashtra Domicile Certificate
- ✓Income Certificate (issued by Tahsildar)
- ✓Marksheet of previous qualifying exam
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Bank Account Details (Aadhaar linked)
- ✓Bonafide Certificate
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on both merit and financial need
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Applicants must belong to one of the notified minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain, or Jewish)
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They must be domiciled in Maharashtra and have an annual family income not exceeding ₹2,00,000 from all sources
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A minimum of 50% marks in the previous qualifying examination is mandatory
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Importantly, 30% of all scholarships under this scheme are reserved for girl students
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Students must not be availing any other scholarship from the government for the same purpose, nor can they simultaneously avail benefits from two scholarship schemes of the same type
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Generally, only the first two children from a family are eligible, though there may be exceptions for girl applicants
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Timely application submission at the start of the MahaDBT window is crucial due to a limited number of slots.
Renewal Policy
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The renewal process has been simplified for existing scholarship beneficiaries
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Returning students will encounter pre-filled application forms and are primarily required to update their latest fee payment receipt details to continue their funding
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Income certificates submitted during the first year of a student's study will remain valid for the entire duration of their course for income-based schemes, requiring only an annual self-declaration
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To be eligible for renewal, students must have achieved a minimum of 75% attendance in the current academic year
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Students who fail to be promoted to the next class on the first attempt are still eligible for reimbursement of the exam fee and maintenance allowance
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Those who pass and are promoted to the next class after two attempts are also eligible for the scholarship
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However, students who fail the same class twice are ineligible for further scholarship benefits
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Renewal is applicable for candidates whose scholarship was sanctioned on or before academic year 2024-25, extending to subsequent years.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Navigate to the new MahaDBT 2.0 portal at `mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in`.
- 2New Applicant Registration
Click on the "New Applicant Registration" option on the homepage.
- 3Aadhaar Authentication
Authenticate your identity using your Aadhaar number and verify it via a One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- 4Fill Application Form
Carefully complete the application form, providing accurate personal, academic, bank, and address details. Critical student information and academic records will be auto-fetched from state and central databases.
- 5Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all required documents. Ensure they are clear, legible, and do not exceed 5 MB in size. Key documents typically include: * Aadhaar Card * Minority Community Certificate (or self-declaration) * Maharashtra Domicile Certificate * Income Certificate for the previous financial year (issued by Tehsildar/competent authority, showing family income ≤ ₹2 lakh) * Previous year's mark sheets (showing at least 50% marks) * Bonafide Certificate * Bank Passbook or a cancelled cheque (with candidate's name, IFSC code, and account number) * Fee Receipt for the current academic year * School Leaving Certificate (if applicable)
- 6Review and Submit
Cross-check every entry for accuracy. Once satisfied, submit the application and save the generated Application ID/reference number for future tracking. B. Status Tracking Guide:
- 7Login to MahaDBT Portal
Visit `mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in` and log in to your applicant dashboard using your registered username (Application ID) and password.
- 8Access 'My Applied Scheme'
On your dashboard, click on the 'My Applied Scheme' tab.
- 9View Application Status
The status of your scholarship application will be displayed under different sections, such as: * Under Scrutiny Applications: Your application has been received and is undergoing verification at the institute or department level. * Approved Applications: Your scholarship has been approved and is awaiting fund disbursement. * Rejected Applications: Your application was rejected. The reason for rejection will be provided, allowing you to correct issues for future applications. * Fund Disbursed: The scholarship amount has been credited to your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the key eligibility criteria for the Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship?
To be eligible for this scholarship for the 2026-27 academic year, applicants must be a domicile of Maharashtra and belong to a notified minority community (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain, or Jewish). The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2,00,000. Students need to have secured at least 50% marks in their previous qualifying examination and be pursuing a post-matriculation course from Class 11 up to PhD level. It is also mandatory for applicants to have an Aadhaar number linked to their bank account.
How will I receive the scholarship funds, and how can I track its status?
The scholarship funds are disbursed directly into your Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, ensuring transparency and efficiency. To track your application status, you need to visit the official MahaDBT 2.0 portal at `mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in` and log in to your applicant dashboard. Under the 'My Applied Scheme' tab, you can view the real-time status of your application, including whether it's under scrutiny, approved, rejected, or if the funds have been disbursed.
What are the conditions for renewing the scholarship for the subsequent academic years?
For scholarship renewal, existing beneficiaries will find pre-filled application forms on the MahaDBT portal, primarily requiring updates to their latest fee payment receipts. An important simplification is that the income certificate submitted during the first year of study remains valid for the entire course duration, provided an annual self-declaration is submitted. Students must maintain at least 75% attendance in the current academic year to be eligible for renewal. The scholarship can be renewed even if a student fails to be promoted to the next class on the first attempt, but continuous failure in the same class twice will result in ineligibility.
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