The candidates will be selected based on the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria.
Scholarship for Minority Students Pursuing Higher and Professional Courses (DMER), Maharashtra 2025-26
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Eligibility
Students pursuing specified medical courses
Region
India
Award
Total annual course fees or ₹50,000 (whichever is less)
Deadline
31-Mar-2026
About The Program
The Scholarship for Minority Students Pursuing Higher and Professional Courses (DMER), Maharashtra 2025-26 is an initiative of the Minority Development Department, Government of Maharashtra, to provide financial assistance to minority students pursuing specified health science courses. Selected students will receive a scholarship amount of either the total annual course fee or ₹50,000, whichever is less.
Source: mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-Mar-2026
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be an Indian citizen
- be a domicile of Maharashtra
- belong to minority communities, including Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Sikh, Parsi, and Jewish
- have taken admission to a course through CET/competitive exam or based on marks obtained in Higher Secondary School (HSC)
- have taken admission in one of the following courses:
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
- Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS)
- Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPTH)
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOTH)
- Bachelor's in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP)
- Bachelor in Prosthetics and Orthotics (BPO)
- Bachelor of Paramedical Technology (BPMT)
- B.Sc./M.Sc. Nursing
- Ophthalmic Assistant
- Optometry
- Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
- Courses affiliated with Maharashtra University of Health Science, Nashik
- have an annual family income of less than or equal to ₹8,00,000
Benefits
The selected students will receive a scholarship amount of either the total annual course fee or ₹50,000, whichever is less.
Documents
- Aadhaar card
- Domicile Certificate
- School Leaving Certificate
- HSC and SSC marksheets
- Previous year's marksheets
- Father’s PAN card
- Student’s PAN card (optional)
- Mother’s PAN card (optional)
- Income certificate of parents/Form no.16
If the applicant is studying outside Maharashtra, the following documents are required to be submitted:
- Copy of Fees Regulatory Authority (FRA)
- Bonafide for the current academic year
- Letter from concerned council/authority stating the institute is recognised
Note:- The income certificate/affidavit should explicitly mention that the candidate belongs to a minority community.
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
Important documents
Terms and Conditions
- 30% of seats are reserved for girls.
- If the targeted scholarship amount for a particular minority community is not achieved, scholarships for students from other minority communities can be included.
- Students pursuing their education outside of Maharashtra are eligible for the scholarship, provided they are domiciled in Maharashtra or have resided in Maharashtra for at least 15 years.
Contact Details
Minority Development Department
5th & 7th Floor,
Mantralaya Extension Building
Hutatma Rajaguru Chowk
Madam Kema Marg, Mumbai - 40032
Email ID: desk1.end-mah@gov.in | Phone Number: (022) 22830626
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FAQ's
Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer: The Minority Development Department, Government of Maharashtra is offering this scholarship.
Question: Are there extra benefits for students with disabilities?
Answer: All students will receive equal benefits.
Question: Can Maharashtra students outside of the state apply?
Answer: Students who have resided in the state for a minimum of 15 years can apply.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the official MahaDBT portal.
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