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MahaDBT Minority Scholarship 2026 for Engineering, MBA & Pharmacy (DTE) – Eligibility, Benefits & How to Apply

MahaDBT Minority Scholarship 2026 for Engineering, MBA & Pharmacy

Introduction – MahaDBT Minority Scholarship 2026 Overview


The MahaDBT Minority Scholarship 2026 for Engineering, MBA & Pharmacy (DTE) is a government scholarship program launched by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Government of Maharashtra, and hosted on the MahaDBT portal. This scholarship aims to empower students from religious minority communities (such as Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi & Jain) by providing financial assistance for professional courses including Engineering, MBA, Pharmacy, and other technical degrees.


This blog covers everything you need to know — eligibility, income limit, benefits, documents, application steps, common mistakes, and official links.



Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)


To apply for the MahaDBT Minority Scholarship 2026, students must meet the following criteria:


Minority Community Requirement

  • Belong to a recognised religious minority community in India:Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi or Jain


Course Eligibility

  • Enrolled in full-time degree programs such as:

    • Engineering (BE / BTech)

    • MBA / MMS

    • Pharmacy (BPharm / MPharm)

    • Other eligible technical or professional courses covered under DTE Maharashtra


Domicile Requirement

  • Must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra


Income Limit

  • The annual family income must be ₹8,00,000 or below

  • Income certificate must be issued by the competent authority


Academic Eligibility

  • Must have secured admission through:

    • CAP rounds (Centralized Admission Process)

    • Or other Government-approved admission channels for respective professional courses



Scholarship Benefits & Amount (Minority Scholarship 2026)


Tuition Fee Reimbursement


The MahaDBT Minority Scholarship primarily reimburses:


  • Tuition fees paid to the college/university

  • Examination fees

  • Development and laboratory charges (as part of the eligible fee structure)


The reimbursed amount depends on the actual fee receipts uploaded by the student and the ceiling stated by the government.


Maintenance Allowance


Some eligible students may also receive a maintenance allowance, depending on course duration and category norms.


Mode of Payment


All scholarship funds are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the student.



Required Documents for Application


Students must keep the following documents ready before applying on the MahaDBT portal:


  1. Aadhaar Card

  2. Minority Community Certificate

  3. Income Certificate (≤ ₹8,00,000)

  4. Domicile Certificate (Maharashtra)

  5. CAP Allotment Letter / Admission Proof

  6. Fee Receipt of Tuition & Exam Fees

  7. Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked account)

  8. Passport Size Photograph



How to Apply on MahaDBT – Step by Step Guide


Step 1: Register / Log In


Step 2: Complete Student Profile

  • Use your Aadhaar number

  • Fill in personal, academic, and bank details


Step 3: Choose Department

  • Select the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) as the department


Step 4: Select Scholarship

  • Look for Minority Scholarship 2026 applicable for professional courses


Step 5: Fill Application

  • Enter course details (Engineering/MBA/Pharmacy)

  • Provide CAP allotment details (if applicable)

  • Upload all required documents


Step 6: Submit & Track

  • Submit the form and note the Application ID

  • Track status from your dashboard



Important Dates & Timeline (Expected 2026)


  • Application Start: July-August 2026

  • Last Date to Apply: March 2026 (tentative; confirmed on portal)

  • Verification: After submission by institute/department

  • DBT Disbursement: Upon verification and approval


Keep checking the MahaDBT portal for exact dates each year.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


Who is eligible for the MahaDBT Minority Scholarship 2026?

Students from recognised minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain) enrolled in Engineering, MBA or Pharmacy with Maharashtra domicile and income ≤ ₹8,00,000.


Is this scholarship only for professional courses?

Yes, this scholarship covers professional and technical courses under DTE Maharashtra.


What fees are reimbursed?

Tuition fee, exam fee, and eligible academic charges.



Call to Action – Official Links


Use the following actual official links:


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