Government Scholarship · Class 5-10

Savitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship (SC Girls)

Social Justice Department, Maharashtra · Maharashtra

Annual Award₹1k+
Deadline31 Oct
Scheme NameSavitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship (SC Girls)
Provided BySocial Justice Department, Maharashtra
Eligibility SummaryClass 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+

₹60 per month for 10 months (₹600/year) for Classes 5 to 7. ₹100 per month for 10 months (₹1,000/year) for Classes 8 to 10. Paid via DBT to Aadhaar-seeded bank account.

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 LevelClass 5-10
Course / StreamRelevant courses
Income LimitNo income bar
Category / CasteSC
Domicile StateMaharashtra

Mandatory Documents Checklist

  • Aadhaar
  • School Bonafide
  • Caste Certificate
  • Photo

Selection Process

  • Direct benefit to all eligible SC girl students studying in Classes 5 to 10 in government/aided schools

  • There is no family income limit.

Renewal Policy

  • Requires promotion to the next class and minimum school attendance

  • Application/confirmation must be renewed annually on the MahaDBT portal.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

  • 1

    Register on MahaDBT

  • 2

    Select Savitribai Phule scheme

  • 3

    Fill details

  • 4

    Submit

Common Questions (FAQs)

What is the annual family income limit for the Savitribai Phule Pre-Matric Scholarship?

There is no income limit or income criteria for this scholarship; all eligible SC girl students studying in Classes 5 to 10 in government or aided schools can apply.

What is the monthly and annual scholarship amount for different classes?

Girl students in Classes 5 to 7 receive ₹60 per month (totaling ₹600 per year), and students in Classes 8 to 10 receive ₹100 per month (totaling ₹1,000 per year) for a maximum duration of 10 months.

Is there a minimum percentage of marks required for applying or renewing this scholarship?

No, there is no minimum marks requirement. However, students must pass their current class to remain eligible for the next academic year.

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