Maharashtra Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

Higher education can be expensive, especially for students pursuing professional and technical courses. Many deserving students are unable to continue their studies because of the high cost of tuition and examination fees. To help such students and make higher education more affordable, the Government of Maharashtra launched the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme.

Under this scheme, eligible students studying in approved professional and non-professional courses receive financial assistance towards their Tuition Fee (Shikshan Shulk) and applicable Examination Fee. Depending on the student's annual family income, course, and type of institution, the Government provides up to 100% Tuition Fee assistance. Students from families earning up to ₹2.50 lakh per year can receive 100% Tuition Fee assistance in Government and Government-aided institutions for professional courses, while eligible students in partially aided and permanently unaided institutions receive 50% Tuition Fee assistance.

Students whose annual family income is above ₹2.50 lakh and up to ₹8 lakh can receive 50% Tuition Fee assistance for professional courses. For eligible students enrolled in non-professional courses, the scheme provides 100% Tuition Fee assistance along with examination fee assistance as per Government rules. The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system after successful verification.

If you are a girl student belonging to the VJNT, SBC, or OBC category and studying in Classes 5 to 10 in Maharashtra, you may also be eligible for the Savitribai Phule Scholarship Scheme. This scheme provides financial assistance to encourage girls to continue their education and reduce school dropout rates. While the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme supports students pursuing higher education by providing tuition and examination fee assistance, the Savitribai Phule Scholarship Scheme focuses on helping eligible school-going girls continue their studies. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can explore both schemes to receive educational support at different stages of your academic journey.

Scheme Benefits

Eligible students under the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme receive the following benefits:

• Financial assistance towards Tuition Fee (Shikshan Shulk) for approved professional and non-professional courses.
• Students pursuing professional courses can receive up to 100% Tuition Fee assistance, depending on their annual family income and the category of the educational institution.
• Eligible students enrolled in non-professional courses can receive 100% Tuition Fee assistance.
• Financial assistance is also provided towards the applicable Examination Fee as per Government rules.
• The scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system after successful verification.

Eligibility Requirements

To receive benefits under the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme, the applicant must fulfill all of the following eligibility conditions:

• The applicant must be a domicile of Maharashtra.
• Students from the Maharashtra–Karnataka border area are also eligible to apply.
• The combined annual family income of both parents should not exceed ₹8 lakh.
• The applicant must belong to the Open (Unreserved) or Socially & Educationally Backward category and be admitted to a recognized professional or non-professional course.
• Admission must be obtained through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) or any other prescribed admission procedure.
• Students admitted through Management Quota or Institute Level Quota are not eligible.
• The benefit of the scheme is available only to the first two children in a family. In the case of twins, eligibility will be decided as per the applicable Government rules.
• The applicant must not be receiving benefits under any other scholarship, fee concession, fee reimbursement, or similar financial assistance scheme for the same course.
• Students admitted to courses offered through Open Learning, Distance Learning, Virtual Learning, or Part-Time mode are not eligible.
• The course must have the required approval and recognition from the Government and the concerned statutory authority or university.
• The student must appear for every semester or annual examination as prescribed.
• Students who have already received the scholarship in the previous academic year may apply for renewal, subject to the prescribed conditions.

Financial Assistance

The financial assistance provided under the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme depends on the student's annual family income, the type of course, and the category of the educational institution.

A. Tuition Fee Assistance – Professional Courses

B. Tuition Fee Assistance – Non-Professional Courses

C. Examination Fee Assistance

Note:

• The scholarship amount is sanctioned according to the fee approved by the competent authority.
• Financial assistance is released only after successful verification of the application by the institute and the concerned Government authorities.
• The approved scholarship amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
• Students receiving any other fee reimbursement or scholarship for the same course are not eligible to receive benefits under this scheme.

Required Documents

Applicants should keep the following documents ready while applying for the Maharashtra Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Scholarship Scheme:

• Aadhaar Card
• Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra
• Income Certificate issued by the Competent Authority
• HSC (12th) Mark Sheet (for first-year applicants)
• Previous Year Mark Sheet (for renewal applicants)
• CAP Admission Letter or Admission Confirmation Letter (where applicable)
• College Bonafide Certificate / Admission Receipt
• Tuition Fee Receipt and Examination Fee Receipt
• Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked bank account)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (where applicable)
• Gap Certificate (if applicable)
• Family Declaration regarding the first two children (where applicable)
• Any other document required by the educational institution or the MahaDBT Portal.

Steps to Apply

• Step 1: Register/Login to the MahaDBT Portal
  • Visit the MahaDBT Portal, register as a new user (if applying for the first time), or log in using your existing User ID and Password.
  • After logging in, select the applicable academic year.
• Step 2: Complete Your Profile
  • Fill in your personal details, income details, domicile information, bank account details, address, parent details, and current and previous educational details.
  • Upload the required documents and complete your profile.
• Step 3: Apply for the Scholarship
  • Once your profile is 100% complete, go to Post Matric Scholarship, select Higher Education or Technical Education (as applicable), choose the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship Scheme, and click Apply for this Scheme.
• Step 4: Fill the Scholarship Application
  • Complete the scholarship application by selecting Fresh or Renewal, entering the required academic and eligibility details, and uploading the prescribed declaration form and other supporting documents.
• Step 5: Review and Submit the Application
  • Carefully review all the information, accept the declaration, and submit the application online.
• Step 6: Print and Submit the Application
  • Download and print the submitted application form. Submit the printed application along with the required supporting documents to your educational institution, if required for verification.

Relevant Links

• Official Website of MahaDBT Portal
• Scheme Guidelines & Financial Assistance Chart
• Government Resolution – Annual Family Income Limit Increased to ₹8 Lakh

Contact Information

MahaDBT Helpdesk

• Helpline Number: 02249150800
• Portal Support: For assistance with registration, login, application submission, document upload, application status, or any technical issues related to the MahaDBT Portal, contact the MahaDBT Helpdesk.

MahaDBT Portal Helpdesk

• Helpline Number: 02249150800
• Support Services: Registration, Login, Application Submission, Document Upload, Application Status, and Technical Assistance.