Suvarna Mahotsavi Scholarship for ST, Maharashtra 2017-18

What is Suvarna Mahotsavi Scholarship for ST, Maharashtra 2017-18?

The Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra invites applications from ST students of Class 1 to 10 for Suvarna Mahotsavi Scholarship 2017-18. It is a pre-matric scholarship scheme for students belonging to scheduled tribes. 

Who can apply for this scholarship ?

To be eligible for the scholarship, an applicant must -

• Belong to Scheduled Tribes. 
• Have attendance more than 80 percent. 
• Have annual family income less than INR 1,08,000.

Note: For renewal, the students need to pass the previous examination.

How can you apply ?

Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship online through following steps -
Step 1: Click here to register as a new user (Note: Candidate should have a mobile number registered with their Aadhaar card to ensure seamless and fast application process.)
Step 2: Complete the Aadhaar authentication process either through OTP or biometric. 
Step 3: The candidates will receive an OTP on their registered mobile number if they opt for OTP authentication.
Step 4: Complete the registration process by filling in all required details. 
Step 5: Log in using username or password. 
Step 6: Complete the application process for the scholarship.   

Terms and Conditions

Award Details

• The students of Class 1 to 4 will receive a scholarship of INR 1000 for 10 months.
• The students of Class 5 to  7 will receive a scholarship of INR 1500 for 10 months. 
• The students of Class 8 to 10 will receive a scholarship of INR 2000 for 10 months.

Note: The scholarship amount will be disbursed in three installments as under-

• The first installment of 30 percent between 15 June to 15 September.
• The second installment of 30 percent between 16 September to 15 December. 
• The third installment of 40 percent between 16 December to 15 April.

Documents Required

• Income certificate of the parents. 

Important Links

• Apply online link
• Latest scholarship link
• Original website