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State Post-metric Scholarship For Disabled

The "State Post-metric Scholarship for Disabled" is a scheme by the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra. The objective of this scheme is to encourage students with disability (SwDs) to pursue higher education.

Authority

State

Region

Maharashtra

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Maharashtra.; The applicant should be a student admitted/enrolled in a school recognized by the Govt. of Maharashtra.; The applicant should be a Person with Disability (Visually Handicapped, Low Vision, Hearing Impaired, Orthopedically Handicapped, etc).; The percentage of the disability should be 40% or above.; The applicant should have passed class 10th.; The applicant should not have failed in the last qualifying examination.; The applicant should be pursuing a post-metric qualification, i.e. Higher Secondary School (Class 11th, Class 12th), or a Technical/Professional Degree in Medical, Engineering, etc.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Is There Any Application Fee?

No, the entire application process is entirely free of cost.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.

How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?

The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.

What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?

The objective of this scheme is to encourage students with disability (SwDs) to pursue higher education, i.e. H.S.C., Degree, Professional, Technical, Medical, Engineering, etc.

Can All Students From Maharashtra Apply To This Scheme?

Only students with disability (SwDs) who are domiciled in the state of Maharashtra can apply to this scheme.

Can Students Of Pre-Matric Grade (Class 1st To Class 10th) Also Apply?

No, only the students who have passed Class 10th and pursuing a higher qualification can apply to this scheme.

What Is The Full Form Of HSC?

The full form of HSC is "Higher Secondary School Certificate".

How Much Shall Be The Monthly Maintenance Allowance For A Day Scholar Pursuing A Postgraduate Degree?

The monthly Maintenance Allowance for a Day Scholar shall be [?] 550/-.

How Much Shall Be The Monthly Maintenance Allowance For A Hosteller Pursuing A Diploma In Professional Education?

The monthly Maintenance Allowance for a Hosteller shall be [?] 530/-.

How Much Shall Be The Monthly Reader Allowance For A Day Scholar Pursuing A Diploma Course In Medical?

The monthly Reader Allowance for the Day Scholar shall be [?] 100/-.

How Much Shall Be The Allowance Towards Study Tour Expenditure?

The Allowance towards Study Tour Expenditure shall be [?] 500/- per annum.

Are There Any Eligibility Criteria Regarding The Percentage Of Disability Of The Applicant?

Yes, the percentage of disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.

Are Orthopedically Handicapped Persons Also Covered In This Scheme?

Yes, this scheme also covers Orthopedically Handicapped Persons.

Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Maharashtra, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?

Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra is a mandatory document for this scheme.

Can I Reapply To This Scheme If I Am Already Availing The Benefits Of This Scheme?

No, you can not reapply to this scheme if you already have availed of its benefits.

What Is The Full Form Of SJSA?

The full form of SJSA is "Social Justice & Special Assistance".

Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?

This is a 100% State Funded scheme.

Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Etc Also Apply To This Scheme?

No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply.

Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Dept. Of Social Justice & Special Assistance?

The URL to the official website of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/

Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?

The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/scheme-category/disability-welfare

What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government Of Maharashtra?

The address of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is: 437, Shankar Sheth Rd, Police Colony, Swargate, Pune, Maharashtra 411042

Where Can I Find The Addresses Of The District Social Welfare Offices?

The addresses of the District Social Welfare Offices can be found at - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/contacts

Where Can I Post My Grievances Related To This Scheme?

You can post your grievances at the Grievance Redressal Portal by the Govt. of Maharashtra: https://grievances.maharashtra.gov.in/en

Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?

No, there is no income-related criterion for this scheme.

Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?

You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.