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MCAER Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC) Students, Maharashtra 2026-27

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Eligibility

Students enrolled in UG/PG/diploma courses

Region

India

Award

A reimbursement of 100% of tuition fees and 100% of exam fees

Deadline

Closed

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About The Program

MCAER Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC) Students, Maharashtra 2026-27 is an initiative of the Maharashtra Council of Agriculture Education and Research (MCAER), Government of Maharashtra, to provide financial assistance to EBC (Economically Backward Class) students enrolled in professional, non-professional, and technical diploma/degree/postgraduate courses. A 50% reimbursement of tuition and examination fees will be provided to selected students.

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

  • be a domicile of Maharashtra
  • have been admitted to a professional, non-professional, or technical course (diploma, graduation, or postgraduate degree) in a recognized institution through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP)
  • have been admitted under the General or Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) category
  • have an annual family income of no more than ₹8,00,000
Benefits

Selected students will receive a 50% tuition and exam fee reimbursement

Documents
  • Marksheet for Class 10 (SSC) and above
  • Domicile certificate
  • Income certificate
  • CAP-related documents
  • Undertaking stating that no more than two beneficiaries from the family are availing the scholarship
  • Proof of biometric attendance (Interface UIDAI)
How can you apply?

Eligible applicants can apply by following these 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: Click on the blue colour 'Register' button. Fill in your Aadhaar number, tick the checkbox, and click on 'Send OTP'
Step 4: Verify the OTP you receive and complete your registration. 
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 application deadline is subject to change at the discretion of the programme provider.
 

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Important Dates

Application Deadline:  30th September 2026

Selection Criteria

The candidates will be selected based on the fulfillment of the eligibility criteria.

Important documents
Scholarship Guidelines (In Marathi)
Terms and Conditions
  • Only two children from the same family are eligible for the scheme.
  • The total annual income of the family or guardian must not exceed ₹8 lakhs.
  • Students must have a minimum of 50% attendance in the previous semester (except for newly admitted students).
  • There must be no gap of two or more years in the student's academic record during the course.
  • Candidates are eligible only if they have been admitted under the General or SEBC category.
Contact Details

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)

Source :  https://www.mcaer.org/

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FAQ's

Question: Who is offering this scholarship opportunity?
Answer: The Maharashtra Council Of Agriculture Education And Research (MCAER), Government of Maharashtra is offering this scholarship. 

Question: Who can apply for this scholarship?
Answer: Students enrolled in UG/PG/diploma courses can apply for this scholarship.  

Question: What is the amount provided by this scholarship?
Answer: The selected students will receive a reimbursement of 100% of tuition fees and 100% of exam fees.

Question: What is the application deadline for this scholarship?
Answer: The application deadline for this scholarship is 31 March 2026.  

Question: What is the mode of application for this scholarship?
Answer: The application is online through the MahaDBT portal.

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