Candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India, Maharashtra 2025-26
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Eligibility
Class 10 passed ST students
Region
India
Award
Vocational education fee reimbursement
Deadline
31-Mar-2026
About The Program
Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India, Maharashtra 2025-26, is an initiative of the Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra, aimed at providing financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe (ST) students from the state. The scholarship encourages students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue higher education beyond Class 10. Selected candidates will receive a maintenance allowance and other benefits.
Source: mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Mar-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be a domicile of Maharashtra
- belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category of the state
- have passed Class 10 from a recognised institution
- have an annual family income of not more than ₹2,50,000
- not have a gap of more than 2 years in their formal education
Benefits
The selected students for this scholarship program will receive the following maintenance allowance and other grants:-
- For Hostellers/Day Scholars:
- Group 1: ₹550 to ₹1,200
- Group 2: ₹530 to ₹820
- Group 3: ₹300 to ₹570
- Group 4: ₹230 to ₹380
- Reader Allowance:
- Group 1-2: ₹240
- Group 3: ₹200
- Group 4: ₹160
- Escort Allowance: ₹160 per month
- Special Pay: ₹160
- For Mentally Retarded, Extra Coaching: ₹240 per month
- Study Tours: ₹1,600 per annum
- Thesis Typing/Printing: ₹1,600 per annum
- Book Grant: ₹1,200 per annum
Documents
- Caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Previous year's marksheet
- Caste validity certificate mandatory for selected professional courses
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: Navigate to the 'New Applicant Registration' button on 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.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
Selection Criteria
Contact Details
Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra
First Floor, Mantralaya (Extension Building),
Madame Cama Road,
Hutatma Rajguru Chowk, Mumbai - 400032
Mantralaya Main Telephone Number - 22024243
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FAQ's
Question: What is the Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme?
Answer: It is a central government scholarship aimed at supporting students from Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Neo-Buddhist communities in Maharashtra to pursue post-secondary education by providing financial assistance, including maintenance allowance, tuition fees, and examination fees.
Question: Can the scholarship be availed in conjunction with other scholarships?
Answer: No, students should not receive two government scholarships simultaneously for the same course to avoid duplication of benefits.
Question: How can I apply for these scholarships?
Answer: Most Maharashtra scholarships accept applications online via the MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in) or sometimes offline through educational institutions. Applicants need to register, fill out forms, and upload documents like caste, domicile, income certificates, and mark sheets.
Question: Are there income limits for Maharashtra scholarships?
Answer: Yes, many scholarships have family income limits, often up to ₹2.5 lakh per annum for full benefits, but some scholarships, like merit-based ones, do not have strict income limits.
Question: Can scholarship amounts vary depending on course type or student status?
Answer: Yes, maintenance allowances and fee reimbursements often vary if the student is a day scholar or hosteller and by the type of course (higher secondary, diploma, undergraduate, professional).
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