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Post-Matric Scholarship To VJNT Students - Maharashtra

The Government of Maharashtra has introduced a scheme namely “Post-Matric Scholarship to VJNT students” to encourage the students of the Vimukta Jatis & Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) to undergo Post-Matric Courses.

Authority

State

Region

Maharashtra

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

Applicants have to pass the previous year's examination.; In the case of VJNT, if the applicant fails for a year then the applicant is not paid any reimbursement for that particular year.; For Group A – If an applicant pursuing the Group-A course fails in the examination for the 1st time the award may be renewed. For second & sub sequent failure in any class, the Applicant shall bear his / her own expenses until he/she secures promotion to the next higher class.; For Group B,C,D,E - he/she has to secure promotion to a higher class (For second & subsequent failure in any class the applicant shall bear his / her own expenses until he/she secures promotion to the next higher class.); If due to any medical condition or due to any unforeseeable event the Applicant cannot appear in the annual examination, the headmaster of the college can approve or certify that if the Applicant would have appeared in the annual examination, he would have been able to pass the examination. This will be only allowed if the head of the institution is satisfied by the submission of medical proof or any other required sufficient proof that the Applicant presents to the college.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How can I apply under the scheme?

The applicant may apply through online mode by visiting the official website: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/

What are the steps to be followed while applying for the scheme?

The applicant may apply for the scheme by following: Registration process, Login, Creating a profile & Apply scheme.

How much maintenance allowance to be paid to the students of V.J.N.T. category?

All the eligible students of the VJNT category are paid maintenance allowance from [?] 90 to [?] 190 per month for hostellers and [?] 150 to [?] 425 per month for day scholar students.

In addition to maintenance allowance, what other benefit is given to the students?

In addition to maintenance allowance, all fees which are compulsorily payable by the students to the institutions are also being paid by the government under the scheme.

Will a student be eligible for the scholarship if he/she gets admission to a government hostel?

Yes, if the applicant gets admission in a government hostel then he will be eligible for only 1/3rd amount of the hostler.

What are the benefits given to the students who enrolled in B.Ed and D.Ed courses?

The student of B.Ed & D.Ed courses is applicable 100 % benefit under this scheme in Tuition Fees, Exam Fees, and Maintenance Allowance.

What is the fee structure for students studying in Aided, UnAided for D.Ed, and B.Ed courses?

For students studying in Aided, UnAided for D.Ed, and B.Ed courses the Fee structure is applicable as per Government rates for the same course.

Who can apply under the scheme?

An applicant who belongs to the VJNT category and is a resident of Maharashtra State is eligible for the scheme.

Is this scheme only for the VJNT category students pursuing government-approved educational courses?

Yes, the applicant must be pursuing the education course approved by the government from the class Post-Matric.

What should be the parent's/Guardian's annual income to apply under the scheme?

The parent's/Guardian's annual income should be less than or equal to [?]1.50 Lac.

Will the scholarship be continued if a student fails in a particular academic year?

No, In the case of VJNT, if the applicant fails for a year then the applicant is not paid any reimbursement for that particular year.

How much attendance should be maintained by a student in an academic year?

75 % attendance is mandatory for the current year.

What are the criteria for renewal of the scholarship?

The applicants have to pass the previous year's examination to continue their scholarship.