The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Students enrolled in UG/PG/diploma courses
India
A reimbursement of 50% of tuition fees and 50% of exam fees
31-May-2025
MCAER Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC) Students, Maharashtra 2024-25 is an initiative of the Maharashtra Council Of Agriculture Education And Research (MCAER), Government of Maharashtra to provide financial assistance to EBC (Economic Backward Class) students enrolled in a professional, non-professional and technical diploma/degree/postgraduate courses. A 50% reimbursement of tuition and examination fees will be provided to selected students.
Source: Aaple Sarkar DBT Portal
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
Selected students will receive a 50% tuition and exam fee reimbursement
Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship through the following steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on 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.
Application Deadline: 31st May 2025
The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Maharashtra Council Of Agriculture Education And Research (MCAER),
Government of Maharashtra
132/B, Bhamburda, Bhosale Nagar,
Pune - 411007
Email ID: mcaer@rediffmail.com
Administration Department: (020) 25528208 (Ext. 137)
Education Department: (020) 25528688 (Ext. 125)
Research Department: (020) 25528688 (Ext. 145)
Question 1: Can I apply for the scholarship if I am not domiciled in Maharashtra?
Answer: No, the scholarship is only open to applicants domiciled in Maharashtra.
Question 2: What is the minimum attendance requirement for the previous semester?
Answer: Students must have a minimum of 50% attendance in the previous semester, except for newly admitted students.
Question 3: Is there an age limit for applying for the scholarship?
Answer: There is no specific age limit mentioned in the eligibility criteria.
Question 4: Can I apply for the scholarship if I am studying a part-time course?
Answer: The eligibility criteria only mention full-time courses (diploma, graduation, or postgraduate degree). Therefore, part-time students may not be eligible.
Question 5:How can I apply for the scholarship?
Answer: Students can apply online by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and following the steps provided.
Question 6: What documents do I need to upload with my application?
Answer: The required documents include a marksheet for Class 10 (SSC) and above, a domicile certificate, income certificate, CAP-related documents, an undertaking stating that no more than two beneficiaries from the family are availing the scholarship, and proof of biometric attendance (Interface UIDAI).
Question 7: What is the deadline for applying?
Answer: The application deadline is March 31, 2025.
Question 8: What is the scholarship amount?
Answer: Selected students will receive a 50% tuition and exam fee reimbursement.