The Maharashtra Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025 is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of Maharashtra to support students belonging to backward and minority communities. The scholarship aims to reduce dropout rates among financially weaker students studying in Classes 9 and 10 by providing financial assistance for their schooling needs.
Short Summary
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Scholarship Name: Maharashtra Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025
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Launched by: Government of Maharashtra
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Beneficiaries: Students from backward or minority communities
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Classes Covered: 9th and 10th
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Mode of Application: Online
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Application Deadline: To be announced
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Official Website: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra
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Must be studying in Class 9 or 10
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Should belong to a recognized backward class or minority community
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Must not be receiving any other scholarship benefit under a different scheme
Required Documents
Applicants must upload the following documents:
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Domicile certificate
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Income certificate
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Aadhaar card
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SSC/HSC mark sheet (if applicable)
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Caste and caste validity certificate
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Fee receipt from the school
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Bonafide certificate
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PAN card (if applicable)
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Hostel certificate (if availing hostel facility)
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CAP allotment letter (if applicable)
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Scanned passport-size photo in JPEG format
Selection Process
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Applications are verified at the school, district, and state level
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30% of the scholarships are reserved for girl students
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If seats remain unfilled by female students, they are transferred to eligible male candidates
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A maximum of two students per family can benefit under this scheme
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Preference is given based on merit and financial need
How to Apply for Maharashtra Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025
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Visit the official website: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
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Click on “New Applicant Registration”
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Enter your personal and academic details
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Create a username and password
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Upload all necessary documents
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Submit the application form
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Save login credentials for future reference
Check Application Status
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Visit the official portal
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Click on “Applicant Login”
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Enter your username and password
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Go to “My Applied Scheme”
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View the current status:
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Under Scrutiny: Application is under review
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Approved: Application is accepted
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Rejected: Application is declined
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Funds Disbursed: Payment has been processed
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Login Procedure
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Visit the official website
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Click on “Applicant Login”
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Enter your username and password
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Fill in the CAPTCHA and log in
How to Renew the Scholarship
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Go to the MahaDBT portal and log in
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Select your current course and update with the new year/semester
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Upload required documents (latest mark sheet, fee receipt, etc.)
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Select the applicable scheme
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Confirm renewal by clicking “Yes”
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Submit the form
Terms and Conditions
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Students in hostels must be verified as outstation by the school
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Scholarship may be suspended if students violate school rules
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A student found giving false statements will have the scholarship cancelled and funds recovered
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Students can only avail one scholarship at a time
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Course fee and maintenance allowance will be credited directly to the bank account
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Local resident students will not be provided hostel benefits
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the scholarship amount provided?
A: It varies based on hostel/day scholar status and class; exact amounts are announced yearly.
Q: Who can apply for the Maharashtra Pre-Matric Scholarship?
A: Students in Classes 9 and 10 from backward or minority categories with valid Maharashtra domicile.
Q: Can I apply if I already receive another scholarship?
A: No, students cannot benefit from multiple schemes simultaneously.
Q: How can I track my application?
A: Log in to the official portal and check the status under “My Applied Scheme.”
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: The deadline for 2025 applications is yet to be announced.
Q: Can I renew the scholarship?
A: Yes, renewal is allowed upon successful completion of the current academic year.
Contact Information
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Official Portal: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
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Helpline Number: 022-49150800
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Support Email: Via portal contact form