Post-Matric Scholarship for VJNT Students in Maharashtra

The Post-Matric Scholarship to VJNT Students – Maharashtra 2025 is a flagship initiative by the Government of Maharashtra aimed at supporting students from Vimukta Jatis and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) communities in pursuing higher education after Class 10. Launched under G.R. No. EBC 1068/83567/57 dated 24.12.1970, this scholarship provides full financial coverage of tuition fees, exam fees, and a monthly maintenance allowance to eligible students studying in professional and non-professional post-matric courses.

Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)

• State: Maharashtra
• Launched By: Department of Social Justice and Special Assistance
• Target Group: VJNT Category Students
• Scholarship Type: Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards)
• Financial Aid: Tuition & exam fees + Monthly maintenance allowance
• Application Mode: Online via https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

Benefits

Maintenance Allowance (Monthly)

Additional Benefits

• 100% Tuition & Exam Fees for professional and non-professional courses in government/aided/un-aided institutions
• For D.Ed and B.Ed students, benefits are provided at government-approved fee rates
• Students in government hostels receive only 1/3rd hosteller allowance

Note: Maintenance allowance is provided from the date of admission to exam completion date. If admission is before the 20th of a month, allowance is paid for the full month.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must belong to the VJNT category
• Must be a resident of Maharashtra
• Annual family income must be less than or equal to ₹1.5 lakh
• Must be enrolled in government-approved post-matric courses
• 75% attendance in the academic year is mandatory
• Only two male children per family are eligible (no limit for girl children)
• Must be promoted to the next class to continue benefits
• For professional courses, admission must be through CAP round
• Not eligible if changing from Professional to Non-Professional course

Renewal Policy

• Students must pass the previous academic year
• If a student fails, he/she can claim benefit for that year but not again until promoted
• For Group A courses, first failure may still be allowed; subsequent failures are ineligible until promoted
• Special exemptions for failure due to medical/unforeseen events with proper certification from the institution head

Exclusions

• Students engaged in full-time employment
• Students already availing another scholarship/stipend
• Repeaters are not eligible for the failed year
• Changing course mid-year leads to disqualification for further benefits

Application Process (Online via MahaDBT)

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Register on MahaDBT Portal

2. Login using your credentials: Login Page

3. Complete Profile with personal and academic details

4. Navigate to “Post-Matric Scholarship to VJNT Students” under Department of Social Justice

5. Upload all required documents

6. Submit your application and track status through the dashboard

Documents Required

• Caste Certificate (Issued by Maharashtra Government – acts as domicile proof)
• Income Certificate
• Caste Validity Certificate (mandatory for professional UG/PG courses)
• Marksheet (SSC/HSC/Last Exam)
• Ration Card (to verify number of children)
• Leaving Certificate
• Declaration Certificate (about number of beneficiaries per family)
• Gap Certificate (if applicable)
• Father’s/Guardian’s Death Certificate (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• How much maintenance allowance to be paid to the students of V.J.N.T. category?
  All the eligible students of the VJNT category are paid maintenance allowance from ₹ 90 to ₹ 190 per month for hostellers and ₹ 150 to ₹ 425 per month for day scholar students.
• In addition to maintenance allowance, what other benefit is given to the students?
  In addition to maintenance allowance, all fees which are compulsorily payable by the students to the institutions are also being paid by the government under the scheme.
• Will a student be eligible for the scholarship if he/she gets admission to a government hostel?
  Yes, if the applicant gets admission in a government hostel then he will be eligible for only 1/3rd amount of the hostler.
• What are the benefits given to the students who enrolled in B.Ed and D.Ed courses?
  The student of B.Ed & D.Ed courses is applicable 100 % benefit under this scheme in Tuition Fees, Exam Fees, and Maintenance Allowance.
• What is the fee structure for students studying in Aided, UnAided for D.Ed, and B.Ed courses?
  For students studying in Aided, UnAided for D.Ed, and B.Ed courses the Fee structure is applicable as per Government rates for the same course.
• Who can apply under the scheme?
  An applicant who belongs to the VJNT category and is a resident of Maharashtra State is eligible for the scheme.
• Is this scheme only for the VJNT category students pursuing government-approved educational courses?
  Yes, the applicant must be pursuing the education course approved by the government from the class Post-Matric.
• What should be the parent’s/Guardian’s annual income to apply under the scheme?
  The parent’s/Guardian’s annual income should be less than or equal to ₹1.50 Lac.
• Will the scholarship be continued if a student fails in a particular academic year?
  No, In the case of VJNT, if the applicant fails for a year then the applicant is not paid any reimbursement for that particular year.
• How much attendance should be maintained by a student in an academic year?
  75 % attendance is mandatory for the current year.
• How can I apply under the scheme?
  The applicant may apply through online mode by visiting the official website: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/
• What are the steps to be followed while applying for the scheme?
  The applicant may apply for the scheme by following: Registration process, Login, Creating a profile & Apply scheme.
• What are the criteria for renewal of the scholarship?
  The applicants have to pass the previous year’s examination to continue their scholarship.

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