Mahadbt Scholarship 2024: Apply Online, Eligibility & Last Date

MahaDBT Scholarship also known as Aaple Sarkar DBT (Direct Bank Transfer) was started by the Government of Maharashtra and it is a scholarship portal that focuses on providing a social welfare scheme to the students of Maharashtra one of that schemes is an E-Scholarships. The Last Date to apply for the MahaDBT Scholarship is 30 June 2024.

In this article, we have shared all the information regarding the MahaDBT Scholarship such as types of MahaDBT Scholarship, eligibility Criteria, Benefits, application procedure, and Login, etc.

MahaDBT Scholarship 2024

Scholarship Name	Mahadbt Scholarship 2024
Purpose	Provides financial assistance to meritorious students domiciled in Maharashtra through various scholarship schemes offered by different government departments.
Application Period	October 11, 2023 – June 30, 2024
Portal	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Eligibility	Open to students meeting specific criteria set by individual scholarship schemes, including academic merit, economic background, and domicile in Maharashtra.
Benefits	Scholarships cover tuition fees, examination fees, maintenance allowances, and other educational expenses based on the scheme’s guidelines.

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MahaDBT Scholarship 2024

The MahaDBT Scholarship is an initiative of the Maharashtra Government to provide scholarships to the meritorious students of Maharashtra. As the name suggests through MahaDBT the scholarship is distributed online through bank transfer to the students who are studying in Maharashtra. The scholarship is given under the MahaDBT Scholarship is provided by the different departments of the Maharashtra Government some of these departments are:

• Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
• Directorate of Technical Education
• Tribal Development Department
• Directorate of Higher Education

Types Of MahaDBT Scholarship 2024

The Different Types of MahaDBT Scholarship are:

• Post Matric Scholarship
• Merit Scholarship
• State Government Open Merit Scholarship and More

MahaDBT Scholarship Documents Required

Here are the essential documents that students need to submit while applying for the MahaDBT scholarship:

• Scanned photo and signature in the prescribed format.
  • This is required to verify the identity and authenticity of students.

• Marksheets for classes 10 and 12 or the last examination pass the mark sheet.
  • These documents demonstrate the academic performance and eligibility criteria of students.

• Family Income certificate.
  • This certificate validates the annual income of students’ families, which is crucial for determining financial need.

• Caste certificate (if applicable).
  • Required students belonging to specific caste categories to avail of caste-based scholarships.

• Transfer certificate.
  • This document is necessary to verify previous academic records and transitions of students.

• Gap certificate if applicable.
  • They are issued to students who have taken a break in their academic pursuits, ensuring transparency in educational history.

• School leaving certificate.
  • This certificate confirms the departure of students from their previous educational institution.

• Declaration certificate of parents/guardians about the number of children beneficiaries.
  • Provides information about the family structure and other dependents of students.

• Proof of permanent address/domicile certificate.
  • Validates the permanent residence details of students.

• Fee receipt of the current year (if applicable).
  • Proof of fee payment for the ongoing academic year, ensuring students are enrolled and active in their courses.

How to Apply For MahaDBT Scholarship?

To apply for the MahaDBT Scholarship, applicants can follow these steps:

• First, you must visit the official website of the Aaple Sarkar DBT Portal.
• Now you need to click on ‘Post Matric Scholarship’ then select a scholarship, and then choose ‘New Applicant Registration‘.

• Now provide the required information to register.
• After entering your email ID and mobile number then click on ‘Get OTP for Email ID Verification‘ and ‘Get OTP for Mobile Number Verification‘ to verify both.
• Now once registered successfully then you need to log in using your email ID and password.
• After logging in, enter your Aadhaar number and proceed.
• Then you have to Aauthenticate your Aadhaar number using OTP or Biometric verification as applicable.
• Now enter the Aadhaar number and then click on ‘Send OTP‘. Verify the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
• After the successful verification, your details from UIDAI will be auto-filled in the application form.
• Now visit the dashboard to view available scholarships.
• Then you have to select the desired scholarship and then click ‘Apply‘ to start a new application.
• Now complete your profile by providing the necessary information.
• Now navigate to the ‘All Schemes‘ section under departments in the MahaDBT portal.
• Then choose the scholarship you wish to apply for from the list of suggested schemes.
• Now fill out the application form provide all required details and upload the necessary documents.
• Now you can review your application and submit it.

Mahadbt Login

To log in to the MAHAdbt scholarship portal, applicants can follow these steps:

• First of all, you need to register on the MAHAdbt portal at mahadbtmahait.gov.in to apply for scholarships listed there.
• After completing registration, now visit the MAHAdbt login page.
• Then Provide your registered username and password.
• Now click on the ‘Submit’ button to proceed.
• Once you are authenticated, you will receive a confirmation message stating, “You have successfully logged into MAHAdbt”.

Many students have issues with the MAHAdbt login page, such as forgetting their login credentials or facing website access problems. If you’ve lost your username or password, you can recover them using the following steps:

• You need to click on the ‘Forgot Username or Password‘ link on the login page.

• Now follow the steps to recover your username or reset your password. This typically involves verifying your registered email ID or mobile number.
• Now you can set a new password or retrieve your username as per the instructions provided.

MahaDBT Scholarship Renew

Renewing your MahaDBT scholarship for the academic involves following a specific procedure. Below are the steps you need to take to renew the MahaDBT Scholarship:

• First, you have to visit the Mahadbt login portal and enter your username and password to log in.
• Now you need to navigate to the “Current Course” section and update the new academic year or semester on Mahadbtmahait.gov.in.
• Then provide details of your past qualifications as required.
• Now you have to upload the necessary documents such as mark sheets, hostel details, etc., as specified.
• Then select the current scheme under which you are applying for renewal.
• Now you can confirm your intention to renew the MahaDBT scholarship application form by clicking on ‘Yes’.
• Finally, you can submit the MahaDBT scholarship form on the Aaple Sarkar DBT portal to complete the renewal process.

MahaDBT Scholarship 2024 Eligibility

The scholarships provided under the AAple Sarkar DBT Portal scholarships aim to support eligible students from various backgrounds in pursuing education in Maharashtra under the MahaDBT initiative. The eligibility criteria for the MahaDBT Scholarship are:

Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:

• Students must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Navbouddha category.
• The student must be a resident of Maharashtra.
• Students must have passed SSC/equivalent matriculation.
• Students must have an annual parental income of ₹ 2,50,000 or less from all sources.

Note: The same eligibility criteria apply to students studying outside Maharashtra. Only two professional courses are permitted.

Post Matric Tuition Fee and Examination Fee (Freeship) Eligibility Criteria

• Students must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) or Neo-Buddhist community.
• Candidates must be studying in Class 11 and above in a government-recognized institution in the state.
• Students must have passed SSC or equivalent matric.
• The annual income of the student’s parents should be ₹ 2,50,000 or less from all sources.

Maintenance Allowance for Students Studying in Professional Courses Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
• Students must be enrolled in a professional course at a recognised institution.
• Candidates must be residing in a hostel (government, institute, or outside campus).
• Annual income should not exceed ₹ 2,50,000 from all sources.

Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Students must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
• Candidates should be studying in Class 11 and 12.
• Applicants must have secured 75% or above marks in Class 10.

Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disability Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must have a disability of 40% or more certified by a competent authority.
• Students must be studying from Class 11 to Ph.D. level in a government/government-aided institution in Maharashtra.
• Admission should have been obtained through the CAP process.

MahaDBT Scholarship List

Post Matric Scholarship Scheme	Tribal Development Department
Tuition Fee and Exam Fee for Tribal Students	Tribal Development Department
Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement	Tribal Development Department
Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance	Tribal Development Department
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Scheme	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Directorate of Technical Education (DTE)
Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship – Junior Level	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship – Senior Level	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Education Concession to the Children of Ex-Servicemen	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Eklavya Scholarship	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
State Government Open Merit Scholarship	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Scholarship to Meritorious Students Possessing Mathematics/Physics	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
State Government Daxshina Adhichatra Scholarship	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Government Research Adichatra	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Education Concession to the Children Freedom Fighter	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Jawaharlal Nehru University Scholarship	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE)
Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (DHE)	Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Directorate of Technical Education (DTE)
Post-Matric Scholarship for VJNT Students	VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department
Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to VJNT Student’s	VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department
Maintenance Allowance to VJNT and SBC Students Studying in Professional Courses and Living in Hostel Attached to Professional Colleges	VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship for Students Studying in 11th & 12th Standard of VJNT & SBC Category	VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department
Post Matric Scholarship to OBC Students	VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department
Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to SBC Students	VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Fee Reimbursement Scheme	Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER)
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance	Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER)
State Minority Scholarship Part II (DHE)	Minority Development Department
Scholarship for Students of Minority Communities Pursuing Higher and Professional Courses (DTE)	Minority Development Department

MahaDBT 2024 – Tribal Development Department Scholarships

The Tribal Development Department of the Government of Maharashtra provides several post-matric scholarships for students domiciled in Maharashtra belonging to the ST category. There are a total of 4 scholarships available under this department. Below is a table detailing the eligibility criteria and benefits for each scholarship:

Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Eligibility Criteria

• Students must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) Category of Maharashtra.
• Applicants must have passed Class 10.
• Candidates must have an annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000.
• Students should not have a gap of more than 2 years in their formal education.

Tuition Fee and Exam Fee for Tribal Students Eligibility Criteria

• Students must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
• Applicants must be studying at a post-matric level in a recognised institution.
• Candidates must have an annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 from all sources.

Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
• Candidates must be enrolled in one of the following vocational courses:
  • Engineering
  • Pharmacy
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Vaastu Shastra
  • Dairy Development
  • MBA or MCA
• Students must have an annual family income not exceeding ₹2,50,000 from all sources.

Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance Eligibility Criteria

• Students must belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) community of Maharashtra.
• Candidates must be enrolled in a vocational course at a recognised institution.
• Applicants must have an annual family income of ₹2,50,000 or less.
• Students should have passed the previous year’s examination.

These scholarships aim to support eligible students from the ST category in Maharashtra, providing financial assistance to pursue their education in various fields under the MahaDBT initiative.

MahaDBT 2024 – Directorate of Higher Education (DHE) Scholarships

The Directorate of Higher Education (DHE) under the Government of Maharashtra offers 13 scholarships for students domiciled in Maharashtra. These scholarships encompass both merit-based and means-based financial support aimed at assisting students pursuing education beyond the matriculation level. Below is a detailed overview of eligibility criteria and benefits for each scholarship offered by DHE:

Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Scheme Eligibility Criteria

• Students pursuing a professional or non-professional course approved by the Director of Higher Education (DHE) at a government or government-aided university/college.
• Admission under General or Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) category.
• Annual family income up to ₹8,00,000.

Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship – Junior Level Eligibility Criteria

• Students studying in Class 11 and 12.
• Top ranks in secondary and higher secondary examinations.
• Possession of a DHE-sanctioned letter.

Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship – Senior Level Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 with top rank in secondary and higher secondary examinations.
• Hold a Director of Higher Education (DHE) sanctioned letter.

Education Concession to the Children of Ex-Servicemen Eligibility Criteria

• Child/wife/widow of ex-servicemen.
• Studying in a government/government-aided college in Maharashtra.

Eklavya Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Graduates domiciled in Maharashtra.
• Minimum 60% marks in Law, Commerce, and Arts streams; 70% marks in Science stream.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹75,000.
• Not employed part-time or full-time.

State Government Open Merit Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 with minimum 60% marks.
• Pursuing graduation in Arts/Commerce/Science or Law.

Scholarship to Meritorious Students Possessing Mathematics/Physics Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum 60% marks in Class 12 Science exam or >60% in Maths & Physics.
• Pursuing graduation in Science with Maths and Physics as main subjects.

Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 10 from Government Vidhyaniketan.
• Scored 60% marks in Class 10 board exams.

State Government Daxshina Adhichatra Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Graduate from government institutes/colleges/non-agricultural university of Maharashtra.
• Admission to PG courses in specified government colleges.

Government Research Adichatra Eligibility Criteria

• 60% marks in postgraduation (B.A/B.Sc/B.Ed and MA/MSC/M.Ed) or below 60% for other degrees.
• Studying in specified institutions of Maharashtra.

Education Concession to the Children Freedom Fighter Eligibility Criteria

• Ward/wife/widow of a freedom fighter.
• Pursuing graduation and postgraduation courses from recognised institutions in Maharashtra.

Jawaharlal Nehru University Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Domicile of Maharashtra.
• Undergraduate/postgraduate degree student at Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (DHE) Eligibility Criteria:

• Child of registered labor/alpabhudarak or both.
• Admission in Technical, Professional, and Non-Professional courses at graduation or postgraduation level.
• Annual family income criteria for professional and non-professional courses apply.

These scholarships are designed to support diverse educational pursuits and financially assist deserving students in Maharashtra through the MahaDBT initiative.

MahaDBT 2024 – Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Scholarships

The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra State, is committed to providing globally competitive higher education that meets the diverse needs of Maharashtra’s people. DTE Scholarships encompass two main scholarships: Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna and Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna.

Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna Eligibility Criteria

• Pursuing a professional or non-professional course approved by the Director of Higher Education (DHE) at a government or government-aided university/college.
• Admission under General or Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) category.
• Annual family income up to ₹8,00,000.

Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vastigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (DTE) Eligibility Criteria

• Child of registered labor/alpabhudarak or both.
• Admission in Technical, Professional, and Non-Professional courses at graduation or postgraduation level.
• Annual family income:
  • Less than ₹8,00,000 for students pursuing professional courses.
  • Less than ₹8,00,000 for students pursuing non-professional courses.

These scholarships aim to support students pursuing diverse educational paths within Maharashtra, providing financial assistance through the MahaDBT initiative.

MahaDBT 2024 – VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department Scholarships

The VJNT, OBC & SBC Welfare Department aims to facilitate educational opportunities for students belonging to the VJNT, OBC, and SBC categories through various scholarships listed below. Here is detailed information on the eligibility criteria and benefits of each scholarship available for VJNT/OBC/SBC students:

These scholarships are designed to support students from VJNT, OBC, and SBC categories in Maharashtra, providing financial assistance to pursue their educational aspirations through the MahaDBT initiative.

Post-Matric Scholarship for VJNT Students Eligibility Criteria

• Must belong to the VJNT category and be studying from Class 11 to Ph.D. level at a government-approved institution.
• Minimum 75% attendance for the current academic year.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹1,50,000.

Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to VJNT Student’s Eligibility Criteria

• Must belong to the SBC category.
• Studying from Class 11 to Ph.D. level in a government-approved institution.
• Admission in government-aided/private non-aided/private permanently non-aided courses.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹8,00,000.
• Admission through CAP process (for professional courses).

Maintenance Allowance to VJNT and SBC Students Studying in Professional Courses and Living in Hostel Attached to Professional Colleges Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to VJNT and SBC categories and pursuing professional courses like Engineering, Medical, Veterinary, Architecture, Agriculture, etc.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹1,00,000.

Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship for Students Studying in 11th & 12th Standard of VJNT & SBC Category Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to Vimukta Jatis, Nomadic Tribes, or Special Backward Class.
• Studying in Class 11 and 12 in Junior College.
• Secured 75% and above marks in Class 10 examination.

Post Matric Scholarship to OBC Students Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to the OBC community.
• Pursuing educational courses approved by the government at the post-matric level (Class 11 and above).
• Admission through CAP round (if applying for a professional course).
• Minimum 75% attendance for the current academic year.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹1,50,000.

Post Matric Scholarship to SBC Students Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to the SBC category.
• Pursuing education courses at the post-matric level approved by the government.
• Admission through CAP round (for professional courses).
• Minimum 75% attendance for the current academic year.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹1,50,000.

Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to SBC Students Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to the SBC category.
• Studying from Class 11 to Ph.D. level in a government-approved institution.
• Admission in government-aided/private non-aided/private permanently non-aided courses.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹8,00,000.
• Admission through CAP process (for professional courses).

These scholarships are designed to support students from VJNT, OBC, and SBC categories in Maharashtra, providing financial assistance to pursue their educational aspirations through the MahaDBT initiative.

MahaDBT 2024 – Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) Scholarships

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) offers scholarships for Maharashtra students pursuing medical and related courses. Two main scholarship schemes provide course fee reimbursement for MBBS, BDS, Nursing, and other courses in government-aided, corporation, or private unaided colleges. Below is a detailed table highlighting the eligibility criteria for DMER scholarships:

Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Fee Reimbursement Scheme Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to the Economically Backward Classes (EBC) category.
• Applied for a degree course in specified disciplines in a government-aided, corporation, or private un-aided college.
• Admission under general/SEBC category.
• Annual family income not exceeding ₹8,00,000.

Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance Eligibility Criteria

• Admission under general and SEBC category.
• Child of Alpabhudharak shetkari/registered labourer.
• Applied for a degree course in specified disciplines in a government-aided, corporation, or private un-aided college.
• Admission in hostels located in Mumbai, Pune, Aurangabad, Nagpur, or other Maharashtra locations.
• Annual family income less than ₹8,00,000.

MahaDBT 2024 – Minority Development Department Scholarships

The Minority Development Department offers multiple post-matric scholarships for minority students pursuing Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, Medical, and other courses in Maharashtra. These scholarships, in collaboration with DTE and DMER, provide financial support to eligible students. Detailed eligibility criteria and benefits are outlined in the table below:

These scholarships aim to empower minority students in Maharashtra to achieve their educational goals through financial assistance provided by the MahaDBT initiative.

State Minority Scholarship Part II (DHE) Eligibility Criteria

• Hold a graduation or postgraduation degree in Arts/Commerce/Science/Law/Education.
• Annual family income up to ₹8,00,000. Note: Maharashtrian students studying outside Maharashtra are not eligible for this scheme.

Scholarship for Students of Minority Communities Pursuing Higher and Professional Courses (DTE) Eligibility Criteria

• Belong to minority communities such as Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, Jain, Sikh, Parsi, Jewish.
• Admission to a course through CET/competitive exam or based on HSC marks.
• Admission in specified courses.
• Annual family income ≤ ₹8,00,000.

MahaDT Scholarship Contact Details

MahaDBT Scholarship HelpLine Number

022-49150800

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