Academic performance in the previous year will be a key factor in the selection process.

SC students studying in Classes 1 to 10
Up to ₹200 per month (for 10 months)
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Maharshi Vithhal Ramaji Shinde Scholarship, Maharashtra 2024 is an initiative by the Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra, for SC category students studying in Classes 1 to 10 at government or private institutions. The selected students will receive a monthly scholarship of up to ₹200 per month for 10 months.
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
Note:-
The selected candidates will receive the following benefits:
|
Class |
Amount Per Month (for 10 months) |
|
1-4 |
₹100 |
|
5-7 |
₹150 |
|
8-10 |
₹200 |
Note:- The maximum benefit of scholarship is for a duration of 10 months. If a student attends school for less than 10 months, they will receive payments only for the number of months they were enrolled in school, starting from their admission date.
Eligible candidates can apply for the opportunity by following the steps mentioned below:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.)
Step 3: Navigate to the 'New Applicant Registration' button at the right-hand side of the dashboard and click on it.
Step 4: Fill in all required details, verify the email and the phone number, enter the captcha and click on the 'Register' button.
Step 5: After successfully registering on the portal, click on the 'Applicant login' button on the right-hand side of the dashboard.
Step 6: Log in using the username and password.
Step 7: Fill in the necessary details, upload the required documents, and submit.
Note:- The same eligibility criteria apply to both new and renewal applications.
Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
Academic performance in the previous year will be a key factor in the selection process.
Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra
1st Floor, Annex Building,
Mantralay, Madam Cama Road,
Hutatma Rajguru Chowk,
Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400032
Email ID: min.socjustice@maharashtra.gov.in | Phone Number: 022-22843665, 220231652
Source: Aaple Sarkar DBT Portal
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Maharshi Vithhal Ramaji Shinde Scholarship, Maharashtra?
Answer: The last date to apply for this scheme is 30 June 2025.
Question: Who is offering this scheme?
Answer: Social Justice and Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is offering this scholarship.
Question: What are the awards for this scholarship?
Answer: The selected students will receive a monthly scholarship of ₹200 per month for 10 months.
Question: Can domiciles outside Maharashtra apply for this scheme?
Answer: No, the domicile of Maharashtra is mandatory for this scholarship.
Question: What are the eligibility criteria for annual family income?
Answer: The students must belong to the Below Poverty Line category.