MahaDBT Scholarship for Professional Courses (MBBS, MBA, Engineering) 2026 – Complete Guide

The MahaDBT Scholarship for Professional Courses 2026 is a set of government scholarship schemes offered through the MahaDBT (Maharashtra Direct Benefit Transfer) portal. These scholarships are designed to help Maharashtra students pursuing professional degrees such as MBBS, Engineering (BTech/BE), MBA, MBA/MMS, Pharmacy, Law and other approved technical programs by reimbursing tuition fees, academic charges and sometimes providing maintenance assistance.

Every year, thousands of professional-course students in Maharashtra search for financial support that can reduce the burden of high fees. This guide explains all relevant MahaDBT professional scholarship schemes, eligibility criteria, income limits, benefits, documents needed, application process, and official links.

What Is the MahaDBT Scholarship for Professional Courses 2026

The MahaDBT portal hosts multiple post-matric professional scholarship schemes funded by the Government of Maharashtra and Government of India, primarily under departments such as:

• Social Justice and Special Assistance Department

• Directorate of Medical Education and Research

• Directorate of Technical Education

• OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department

• Minority Development Department

These schemes help cover the high cost of professional education for students from various socioeconomic categories, including SC, ST, OBC, EBC, minority, and general category students.

Eligibility Criteria

While exact eligibility can vary by scheme, general criteria for MahaDBT professional scholarships include:

• Must be a domicile of Maharashtra

• Must be enrolled in a recognized professional course

• Must have the required entrance or admission proof (e.g., CAP admission, CET/NEET scorecard, etc.)

• Must have a valid Aadhaar-linked bank account

• Must not exceed income limit specified by the specific scholarship

Income Limits: Varies across schemes (often upto ₹8,00,000 per annum for state schemes)

Professional Courses Covered

The MahaDBT professional scholarships usually cover:

• Medicine – MBBS, BDS, MD/MS, Diploma medical courses

• Engineering & Technology – BTech/BE, MTech

• Management – MBA, MMS, PGDM

• Pharmacy – BPharm, MPharm

• Law – LLB, LLM

• Architecture, Nursing, Allied Sciences 

These courses are generally listed under Group 1 professional courses in official scholarship guidelines.

Benefits of the Professional Courses Scholarship

Depending on the specific scheme and category, students may receive:

• Full or partial tuition fee reimbursement

• Examination fee reimbursement

• Maintenance allowance (DBT)

• Hostel allowance (if applicable)

Some schemes reimburse fees based on the difference between private college FRA approved fee and government institute fee.

Key MahaDBT Professional Scholarship Schemes

Here are the official scholarship schemes relevant to professional courses (each link goes to the official MahaDBT page):

1. Post Matric Scholarship – Professional Level

This is a broad scholarship category for students pursuing professional education (degree and PG levels) including MBBS, Engineering, MBA etc.

Official Link:https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/SchemeData/SchemeData

2. Course Fee Reimbursement for Medical Courses

This scheme reimburses fees for MBBS, BDS, and postgraduate medical programs in private unaided colleges (fee difference model).

Official Link:https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/SchemeData/SchemeData?str=E9DDFA703C38E51A4B35AA6BF0E14F175519B3FFB55DBFB0420845CFD04D6FA5

3. Tuition Fee & Exam Fee Schemes for Professional Courses

Schemes under various categories (e.g., SC/ST/OBC/Minority) reimburse full tuition and examination fees for eligible students.

Official Link (Category Schemes Indexed on MahaDBT): https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/SchemeData/SchemeData

Note: Once you select the category in the MahaDBT portal dashboard (e.g., SC/ST/OBC/Minority), the portal shows specific professional fee reimbursement options.

Documents Required

To apply for professional scholarships on MahaDBT, students should have:

• Aadhaar Card

• Domicile Certificate

• Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)

• Income Certificate

• CAP Admission Proof / Entrance Scorecard

• College Bonafide Certificate

• Fee Receipt

• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked)

How to Apply for the Professional Courses Scholarship

1. Visit the MahaDBT portal login page

2. Register or login with Aadhaar & mobile number

3. Complete profile verification

4. Go to “Apply Scholarships” after login

5. Select your category and department

6. Find the professional scholarship scheme

7. Upload documents and submit

8. Track application status online

Common Mistakes Students Make

• Selecting incorrect scheme (e.g., bachelor vs professional)

• Uploading old or invalid income certificates

• Not linking Aadhaar with the bank account

• Missing CAP or entrance score proof

• Uploading fee receipts without admission verification

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for professional scholarships on MahaDBT 2026?

Students domiciled in Maharashtra enrolled in MBBS, Engineering, MBA, and other professional courses and meeting the income and documentation criteria.

Is there an income limit for these scholarships?

Yes. Most state-level schemes require annual family income below a certain threshold (often ₹8,00,000), but some central schemes may have different limits.

Are private college students eligible?

Yes, if the college is recognized and approved and fees are FRA approved on MahaDBT.