MahaDBT Scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving and financially disadvantaged Maharashtra students who are pursuing higher education. It offers a range of courses and grants on the basis of merit and need. The MahaDBT portal (https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/login/login) is where applications are filed, and the deadline is usually in April. The precise amount of the December payout varies depending on the program and student type. Don’t forget to visit the official website for the most recent information and facts unique to your plan.
October 11, 2023 – April 30, 2024 (Current Academic Year)
Disbursement (Estimated)
December 2024
Redemption (Estimated)
Last week of December 2024
Application Portal
MahaDBT Portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in)
MahaDBT Scholarship Important Dates
Event
Date
New & Renewal Registration Opens
October 11, 2023
Application Period Ends
April 30, 2024 (Today)
Disbursement (Estimated)
December 2024
Redemption (Estimated)
Last week of December 2024
MahaDBT Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Description
Domicile
Must be a resident of Maharashtra
Educational Qualification
Passed Class 10 and 12 (minimum marks vary by scheme)
Marks
Typically 60% or above in Class 10 and 12 (may differ by scheme)
Family Income
Annual family income limit varies by scheme (generally between Rs. 2 lakh and Rs. 8 lakh)
Course
Varies by scheme (may be specific courses or general)
Institute
Typically recognized universities or institutes (may differ by scheme)
Documents Required (General)
Aadhar Card
Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra
School Leaving Certificates (SSC & HSC)
College Leaving Certificate (if applicable)
College Fee Receipts (if applicable)
Marksheets (SSC, HSC & previous year UG marksheets, if applicable)
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Income Certificate (from Tehsildar)
Bank Account details
MahaDBT Scholarship Required Documents
Document
Description
Likely Required?
Aadhar Card
Unique Identification Card
Yes
Domicile Certificate
Proof of residence in Maharashtra
Yes
School Leaving Certificates (SSC & HSC)
Marksheets of Class 10 & 12 Exams
Yes
College Leaving Certificate (if applicable)
Applicable if transferring colleges
No (Unless required by scheme)
College Fee Receipts (if applicable)
Proof of current year college fees
Yes (For some schemes)
Marksheets (SSC, HSC & previous year UG marksheets, if applicable)
Academic performance records
Yes
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
For SC, ST, OBC scholarship categories
Yes (If applicable)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)
For scholarship schemes for differently-abled students
Yes (If applicable)
Income Certificate (from Tehsildar)
Proof of family income within the limit
Yes
Bank Account details
Account for scholarship disbursement
Yes
Self-Declaration
Declaration form as per scholarship guidelines
Yes (Likely)
Hostel Certificate (if applicable)
Proof of hostel stay (for specific schemes)
No (Unless required by scheme)
Gap Certificate (if applicable)
Explanation for any gap in education (for specific schemes)
No (Unless required by scheme)
Take note:
This table offers a broad summary. For information unique to the plan, always consult the official notification.
In order to apply online, documents must be scanned and supplied in the required format.
MahaDBT Scholarship Amount
Category
Amount (Monthly)
Disbursement Period
General Merit Scholarship (Day Scholar)
Variable (Estimated – ₹300 – ₹550)
Typically 10 months in a year
General Merit Scholarship (Hosteller)
Variable (Estimated – Higher than Day Scholar)
Typically 10 months in a year
Need-Based Scholarship (Day Scholar)
Variable (Depends on scheme)
Varies by scheme
Need-Based Scholarship (Hosteller)
Variable (Typically higher than Day Scholar)
Varies by scheme
OBC Scholarship (Day Scholar)
Variable (Estimated – ₹90 – ₹190)
Typically monthly disbursement
OBC Scholarship (Hosteller)
Variable (Estimated – Higher than Day Scholar)
Typically monthly disbursement
The following resources can help you determine the precise amount in your case:
Scheme List available on the official MahaDBT Scholarship Portal: https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/) cholarship.html (This page enumerates the numerous scholarship programs available)
Notifications for certain schemes: Every scholarship program has a comprehensive notification on the portal that details the amount of each category’s scholarship.
Extra Information
The above-mentioned scholarship amount is an approximate range derived from publicly accessible data.
Depending on the particular plan and student type, the actual payout may be marginally greater or lower.
Usually, the scholarship is awarded in full at the end of the year (about December 2024).
MahaDBT Scholarship Steps to apply online application
2. Login to the portal using your registered username and password.
Track Application Status
3. Click on “Applicant Login” or “My Dashboard” (terminology might differ slightly).
4. Look for a section titled “My Applications” or “Application Status”
5. You should see a list of your submitted applications.
6. Each application will likely display its current status, such as “Submitted,” “Under Scrutiny,” “Approved,” or “Disbursed.”
7. Clicking on the specific application might provide more details about the current stage and any remarks (if available).
Extra Information
After submission, it could take some time for the application status to update.
“Under Scrutiny” typically means that department and institute levels are reviewing your application.
“Approved” indicates that your application has been approved and is awaiting payment.
You can use the details on the official portal to get in touch with the MahaDBT helpdesk if you have any more questions or if the status of your application appears to be inaccurate.
MahaDBT Scholarship Selection Process
Stage
Description
Application Submission
Students submit their online applications during the designated application window.
Verification
Applications undergo initial verification to ensure completeness and eligibility criteria are met. Incomplete applications might be rejected.
Institute Level Scrutiny
The student’s institute (college/university) verifies the application details and student information like marksheets etc. They might forward the application with their recommendations.
Department Level Scrutiny
The scholarship department of the respective government department scrutinizes the application based on the scheme’s specific criteria and merit (if applicable).
Selection & Merit List
Based on the defined criteria (merit, need-based etc.), a provisional selection list is prepared. Tie-breaker rules might be applied in case of students with identical scores.
Scrutiny Committee Review (if applicable)
Some schemes might have a designated committee for final review and approval of the selection list.
Disbursement
Scholarship amount is electronically transferred to the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account (estimated December 2024).
Extra Information
A more thorough flowchart or description of the selection procedure may be available via the official MahaDBT portal or the scheme notification in question.
It is advised that students stay informed by using the portal to check the status of their applications or by listening to official announcements.
Using the details on the official portal, you can get in touch with the MahaDBT helpdesk or the relevant department if you run into any problems or discrepancies during the selection process.
MahaDBT Scholarship FAQ’S
When is the application deadline for the MahaDBT Scholarship?
The application due date for the MahaDBT Scholarship regularly falls between July and November each year, depending on the particular conspire.
How can I check my application status?
You’ll be able track your application status by logging in to the MahaDBT Scholarship utilizing your application ID and watchword.
What documents are required for the MahaDBT Scholarship application?
The specified archives change depending on the particular conspire you’re applying for. Be that as it may, a few common archives incorporate: Aadhaar Card, residence certificate, caste/community certificate, pay certificate, stamp sheets/certificates, and bank account points of interest.