MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship 2026 – Eligibility, Marks & Benefits

The MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship 2026 is a merit-based financial assistance scheme offered by the Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Maharashtra. The scholarship is designed to support academically strong students from the open category who have secured high marks in Class 12 and are pursuing undergraduate education in Maharashtra.

This guide explains actual eligibility conditions, marks required, benefits, documents, and how to apply on MahaDBT, based on official and widely referenced scholarship sources. Buddy4Study

What is MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship?

The State Government Open Merit Scholarship provides a fixed monthly financial incentive to meritorious students to encourage higher education after Class 12. The scheme is applicable only for students studying within Maharashtra and is processed through the MahaDBT (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in) portal.

MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship 2026, students must meet the following official eligibility conditions:

• Student must be a domicile of Maharashtra

• Must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board

• Must have secured minimum 60% marks in Class 12

• Must be pursuing graduation in Arts, Commerce, Science, or Law

• Admission must be taken in a recognised college within Maharashtra

There is no income limit specified for this scholarship, making it accessible to all meritorious open-category students. Buddy4Study

Marks Required for Open Merit Scholarship on MahaDBT

• Minimum Marks: 60% in Class 12

• Applicable to students admitted in UG degree courses

• Marks are verified through HSC marksheet uploaded on MahaDBT

Students scoring below 60% are not eligible for this scheme.

Scholarship Amount & Benefits

Under the MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship, eligible students receive:

• ₹100 per month

• Disbursed directly to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account

• Amount is provided for the academic year

Though the amount is modest, this scholarship is often used as a base merit scholarship and is helpful for students who are not eligible for caste-based schemes. Buddy4Study

Courses Covered Under Open Merit Scholarship

The scholarship is applicable for the following undergraduate programs:

• BA / BCom / BSc

• LLB (3-year or 5-year)

• Other recognised graduation courses under DHE

Professional courses like Engineering or Medical are not covered under this specific scheme.

Documents Required for MahaDBT Open Merit Scholarship

Students must upload the following documents on MahaDBT:

• Class 12 Marksheet

• Maharashtra Domicile Certificate

• College Admission Proof

• Aadhaar Card

• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar linked)

• Passport size photograph

All documents must be clear, valid, and verifiable during scrutiny.

How to Apply for MahaDBT State Government Open Merit Scholarship 2026

1. Visit the MahaDBT portal

2. Login using Aadhaar-linked credentials

3. Select Directorate of Higher Education

4. Choose State Government Open Merit Scholarship

5. Fill application form carefully

6. Upload documents

7. Submit and track application status

Applications usually close by 31 March 2026, subject to official notification. Buddy4S

Renewal Rules

• Scholarship must be renewed every academic year

• Student must maintain continuous admission

• Renewal is subject to verification by college and department

Common Reasons for Rejection

• Marks below 60%

• Invalid domicile certificate

• College not approved by DHE

• Bank account not Aadhaar-linked

• Incorrect course selection

CTA – Important & Direct Links

• MahaDBT Portal: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

• Directorate of Higher Education: https://highereducation.maharashtra.gov.in

• Scholarship Guidelines: https://www.buddy4study.com