Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra is an opportunity offered to students studying at the post-matriculation or post-secondary level in a government recognised institution of the state. The main objective of this scholarship is to provide financial assistance so that the students can complete their higher education.ย
This article will provide a brief about the key things that they must consider while applying for the Maharashtra scholarships. It will also provide an insight about the scholarship scheme in terms of its eligibility criteria, application procedure, scholarship benefits, important documents and other related information.ย
Latest Update: The last date to apply online for Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra 2022-23 has been extended till 25 September 2023.ย
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – Highlights
| Name of the Scheme | Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra |
| Beneficiary | Students studying at post-matric level |
| Application Portalย | Maha DBT |
| Benefits | Academic/ maintenance allowances and other benefits |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Academic Session | 2022-23 |
| Application Deadline | 25 September 2023 |
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – List of Scholarships
Here is the list of various scholarships that are offered by Maha DBT portal under 11 different government departments –ย
Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
- Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship
- Post-Matric Tuition Fee and Examination Fee (Freeship)
- Maintenance Allowance for student Studying in professional courses
- Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship
- Post-Matric Scholarship for persons with disability
Tribal Development Department
- Post Matric Scholarship Scheme (Government of India)
- Tuition Fee &ย Exam Fee for Tribal Students ( Freeship)
- Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement
- Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance
- Vocational Training Fee reimbursement for the students belonging to Scheduled Tribe Category
- Vocational Training Fee reimbursement for the students belonging to Scheduled Caste category Students
Directorate of Higher Education
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Scheme
- Assistance to Meritorious Students scholarship – Junior Level
- Education Concession to the Children of Ex-Servicemen
- Eklavya Scholarship
- State Government Open Merit Scholarship
- Scholarship to Meritorious students possessing Mathematics /Physics
- Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship
- State Government Daxshina Adhichatra Scholarship
- Government Research Adhichatra
- Jawaharlal Nehru University Scholarship
- Assistance to Meritorious Students scholarship – Senior Level
- Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (DHE)
Directorate of Technical Education
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna(EBC)
- Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Vastigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna(DTE)
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department
- Post Matric Scholarship to VJNT Students
- Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to VJNT Students
- Payment of Maintenance Allowance to VJNT and SBC Students Studying in Professional Courses and Living in Hostel Attached to Professional Colleges
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship for students studying in 11th & 12th standard of VJNT & SBC category
- Post Matric Scholarship to OBC Students
- Post Matric Scholarship to SBC Students
- Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to OBC Students
- Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to SBC Students
- Vocational Training Fee reimbursement for the OBC, SEBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department students
Directorate of Medical Education and Research
- Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Fee Reimbursement Scheme
- Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance
- Education Fee reimbursement for open category students affected due to SEBC and EWS reservation in medical and Dental colleges
Directorate of Arts
- Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (DOA)
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna(EBC)
Minority Development Department
- State Minority Scholarship Part II (DHE)
- Scholarship for students of minority communities pursuing Higher and Professional courses(DTE)
- Scholarship for students of minority communities pursuing Higher and Professional courses(DMER)
Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna(EBC)
- Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (AGR)
MAFSU Nagpur
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna(EBC)
- Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (MAFSU)
Skill Development, Employement And Entrepreneurship Department
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – Eligibility Criteria
The scholarship is available for the domiciles of Maharashtra who are studying in government institutions/ universities. To be eligible for the scholarship, the students must fulfill the specified academics and annual income criteria for the applied scholarship.
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – Benefits
The selected students will receive a monthly/annual financial assistance depending on the eligibility criteria and other related factors such as annual income, etc.
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – Documents Required
The following documents are required to be submitted while applying for scholarship at aapla sarkar mahadbt portal:
- Caste certificate
- Domicile certificateย
- Aadhaar Card
- Ration Card
- Marksheet SSC/HSC
- Previous year’s marksheetย
- Income certificate competent authority
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – Application Process
The applicants can apply for the PMS scholarship through Aaple Sarkar DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) portal. The applicants are advised to go through the instructions carefully and get acquainted with all the requirements prior to filling up the scholarship form.ย
The applicants can follow the steps below to apply for the scholarships on the Maha DBT portal:
Step 1: Visit the MahaDBT portal
Step 2: Navigate to the โPost Matric Scholarshipโ and click on itย
Step 3: Select the scholarship scheme and click on ‘New Applicant Registration‘ย
Step 4: Fill in all required details, verify the email and phone numberย
Step 5: Complete the Aadhaar authentication process either through OTP or biometricsย
Step 6: The candidates will receive an OTP on their registered mobile number if they opt for OTP authenticationย
Step 7: Complete the registration process by filling in all the required detailsย
Step 8: Log in using the username and passwordย
Step 9: Complete the scholarship application, upload the necessary documents and submitย
Post Matric Scholarship (PMS), Maharashtra – FAQs
What is the last date to apply for the MahaDBT portal scholarships?
The last date to apply for scholarships on MahaDBT portal is 25 September 2023.
What is Aaple Sarkar MahaDBT portal?
MahaDBT or Aaple Sarkar Portal is the official website of the Government of Maharashtra. The students can apply for various scholarships on the portal under 11 different departments of Government of Maharashtra.
Who is eligible for Mahadbt scholarship?
The domiciles of Maharashtra fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply for the scholarship. Detailed information is available in the article above.