Savitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship (SC Girls)
Social Justice Department, Maharashtra · Maharashtra
| Scheme Name | Savitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship (SC Girls) |
| Provided By | Social Justice Department, Maharashtra |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
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About the Program
Savitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship encourages education for SC girl students in Maharashtra from Class 5 to 10.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹1k+
Selected candidates will receive financial assistance for 10 months in a single academic year. Girl students in Classes 5 to 7 will receive ₹60 per month, totaling ₹600 annually. Girl students in Classes 8 to 10 will receive ₹100 per month, totaling ₹1000 annually. The scholarship amount is disbursed in two installments directly to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). If a student attends school for less than 10 months, the scholarship will be paid only for the actual number of months attended from the date of admission.
Financial aid to reduce dropout rates for girls.
Note: For SC girl students in classes 5-10. No income limit.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 5-10 |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | SC |
| Domicile State | Maharashtra |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar
- ✓School Bonafide
- ✓Caste Certificate
- ✓Photo
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on fulfilling the eligibility criteria
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There is no specific minimum percentage of marks required, however, students must have passed the previous year's examination to be eligible
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The scholarship is available for female students belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, who are Indian citizens and domiciled in Maharashtra, and are currently studying in Classes 5 to 10 in government or government-aided schools
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There is no income limit for this scholarship.
Renewal Policy
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For annual renewal, applicants must reapply each year through the MahaDBT portal
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Renewal is contingent upon the student's performance in the yearly examination, meaning they must pass the previous year's class
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If an applicant fails a class, they will remain ineligible until they pass that particular class
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Additionally, a minimum of 60% attendance in the current academic year is mandatory for receiving the second installment of the scholarship.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Registration on MahaDBT 2.0 Portal
* Visit the official MahaDBT 2.0 portal at mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in. * Click on the 'New Applicant Registration' option. * Complete Aadhaar-based verification using either OTP or biometric methods. * Fill in your personal details (name, date of birth, gender, contact number), domicile details, family income (upload income certificate), caste and category details (upload caste certificate), and bank details, ensuring your Aadhaar is seeded with your bank account. * Create a unique username and password. * Save your profile. **
- 2Application Process
* Log in to the MahaDBT 2.0 portal using your registered username and password. * Fill in your qualification and current academic course details. * Use the 'Find Eligible Schemes' option to identify the Savitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship (SC Girls) scheme. * Select the scholarship and upload all required documents, including Domicile Certificate and Caste Certificate. Other documents may include mark sheets of the latest educational qualification, fee receipt of the current course year, bank account details, and a passport-sized photograph. * Review all entered details carefully before final submission. * Submit your application and note down the generated Application ID for future reference. **
- 3Status Tracking
* Log in to the MahaDBT 2.0 portal. * Go to the 'Benefits/Schemes' section on the homepage and select 'Track Application'. * Choose the Scheme Type, Department (Social Justice and Special Assistance Department), and Scheme Name from the dropdown menus. * Enter your Application ID. * Enter the captcha code and click 'Search' to view your application status, which progresses through stages like Application Submission, Scrutiny, and Disbursement.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the core eligibility criteria for my daughter to apply for this scholarship?
Your daughter must be an Indian citizen and a resident of Maharashtra. She should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category and be a female student currently studying in Classes 5 to 10 in a government or government-aided school. There is no income limit for this scholarship, and all board students are eligible, except for those in self-financed schools.
How much financial assistance will my daughter receive, and when can we expect the payments?
The scholarship provides ₹60 per month for students in Classes 5 to 7 (₹600 annually) and ₹100 per month for students in Classes 8 to 10 (₹1000 annually), for a maximum of 10 months. The scholarship amount is disbursed in two installments directly into Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The exact payment schedule can be tracked through the MahaDBT portal.
What are the conditions for renewing the scholarship for the next academic year, and what if my daughter fails a class?
To renew the scholarship, you must reapply each year through the MahaDBT portal. Your daughter must pass her previous year's examination. If she fails a class, she will not be eligible for the scholarship until she passes that particular class. Additionally, maintaining a minimum of 60% attendance in the current academic year is mandatory to receive the second installment of the scholarship.
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