Government SchemeVerified for 2026

Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship Eligibility Criteria 2026

To qualify for the Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship 2026 program, candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria set by Government of Maharashtra - Minority Development Department. This includes academic benchmarks, category-specific requirements, and gender limits for students residing in Maharashtra.

Qualifying Mark/Percent45% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsPost-Matric
Eligible Caste/CategoriesMinority
Gender LimitAll

Residency/Domicile Requirements

Maharashtra resident

FAQs for Maharashtra Minority Post-Matric Scholarship (Eligibility Criteria)

Q.Which religious minority communities in Maharashtra are eligible?

Students belonging to Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi, and Jewish communities who are permanent residents (domicile) of Maharashtra state are eligible to apply.

Q.What is the annual parent/family income limit for this scholarship?

The annual family income of the applicant's parents or guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000 (Rs. 5 Lakhs) from all sources. A valid income certificate issued by a competent authority (Tahsildar) is required.

Q.Is there any minimum marks requirement in the qualifying exam?

Yes, applicants must have scored at least 50% marks in their previous qualifying school or college examination to be eligible for the post-matric scholarship.