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MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026 – Amount, Eligibility & Scheme List

MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026

Introduction on MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026


The MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026 is a collective group of government-funded scholarship schemes provided by the Government of Maharashtra to support students belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories. These scholarships are implemented through the MahaDBT (Maharashtra Direct Benefit Transfer) portal, ensuring transparent and direct financial assistance to eligible students.


Every year, lakhs of SC and ST students studying in Class 11–12, undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, medical, engineering, MBA, agriculture and vocational courses apply under MahaDBT to receive tuition fee reimbursement, examination fee coverage, maintenance allowance, hostel allowance and vocational training support.


This guide explains all MahaDBT scholarship schemes for SC/ST students 2026, eligibility conditions, income limits, scholarship amounts, and official application links.



MahaDBT Scholarship Schemes for SC Students (Social Justice Department)


The following official MahaDBT scholarship schemes apply to SC students in Maharashtra:


1. Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship (SC Students)


  • Covers tuition fee, exam fee and maintenance allowance

  • Applicable for Class 11 to PhD level courses

  • No upper income limit

Official Scheme Link:


2. Post-Matric Tuition Fee & Examination Fee (Freeship) – SC Category


  • Covers 100% tuition fee and exam fee

  • Applicable for professional and non-professional courses

  • Income limit: up to ₹8,00,000

Official Scheme Link:


3. Maintenance Allowance for SC Students Studying in Professional Courses


  • Monthly maintenance allowance

  • Applicable for engineering, medical, MBA, pharmacy, law

  • Hostel and day scholar benefits



4. Vocational Training Fee Reimbursement for SC Students


  • Covers ITI and vocational course fees

  • Includes skill development courses

  • Direct DBT payment



MahaDBT Scholarship Schemes for ST Students (Tribal Development Department)


The following official MahaDBT scholarship schemes apply to ST students:


1. Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship (ST Students)

  • Tuition fee, exam fee and maintenance allowance

  • Applicable from Class 11 onwards

  • No income limit


2. Tuition Fee & Examination Fee (Freeship) – ST Category


  • Full tuition and exam fee reimbursement

  • Professional and non-professional courses

  • Income limit: up to ₹8,00,000


3. Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement – ST Students


  • Covers diploma, ITI and vocational education

  • Applicable for skill-based courses


4. Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance – ST Students


  • Monthly maintenance allowance

  • For hostel and day scholars



Eligibility Criteria for MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026


To apply for the MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026, candidates must:


  • Be a permanent resident of Maharashtra

  • Belong to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category

  • Have valid caste certificate and caste validity

  • Be enrolled in a recognized institution

  • Have Aadhaar-linked bank account


Income Criteria


  • SC Students – No income limit

  • ST Students – No income limit (for GOI schemes)


Scholarship Amount & Benefits


The MahaDBT Scholarship for SC/ST Students 2026 provides:


  • 100% tuition fee reimbursement

  • Examination fee reimbursement

  • Maintenance allowance

  • Hostel allowance

  • Vocational training fee support


Expected Annual Benefit Range


Non-Professional Courses: ₹3,000 – ₹7,000 per year

Professional Courses: ₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000+ per year

Hostel Students Additional: ₹20,000 – ₹60,000 per year



Documents Required


  • Aadhaar Card

  • Domicile Certificate

  • Caste Certificate

  • Caste Validity Certificate

  • Income Certificate

  • College Bonafide Certificate

  • Fee Receipt

  • Previous Year Marksheet

  • Bank Passbook



How to Apply for MahaDBT SC/ST Scholarship 2026


  1. Visit the MahaDBT portal

  2. Login using Aadhaar

  3. Complete profile

  4. Select correct SC/ST scholarship scheme

  5. Upload documents

  6. Submit and track application



Common Mistakes to Avoid


  • Selecting wrong category scheme

  • Uploading expired income certificate

  • Missing caste validity certificate

  • Bank account not linked with Aadhaar



Frequently Asked Questions


Can SC/ST students apply for multiple MahaDBT scholarships?

No. Only one applicable scheme is allowed per course.


Is MahaDBT scholarship renewed every year?

Yes. Renewal is mandatory each academic year.


Is hostel allowance included?

Yes, under maintenance or hostel schemes.



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