The Post Matric Scholarship to OBC Students is a flagship scheme by the VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra. It aims to provide financial assistance to students from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category, ensuring they can pursue higher education without financial hurdles.
🚀 Scheme Highlights
- Department: VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department
- Benefit: Tuition Fees, Exam Fees & Maintenance Allowance
- Income Limit: Up to ₹2.50 Lakhs
- Application Mode: Online (Mahadbt Portal)
🏛️ About the Scheme
This scholarship is designed to avoid delays and ensure transparency in disbursing funds. It covers Tuition Fees, Examination Fees, and provides a monthly Maintenance Allowance to eligible students.
💰 Benefits Breakdown
1. Fee Reimbursement Policy
| Institute Type | Reimbursement % |
|---|---|
| Govt / Aided Institutions | 100% Tuition & Exam Fees |
| Private / Non-Aided Institutions | 50% Tuition & Exam Fees |
| Girls (All Categories) | 100% Benefit (GR dt. 8th July 2024) |
| B.Ed & D.Ed Courses | 100% Benefit |
2. Maintenance Allowance (Monthly)
| Group | Hostlers (₹/mo) | Day Scholars (₹/mo) |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | 425 | 190 |
| Group B | 290 | 190 |
| Group C | 290 | 190 |
| Group D | 230 | 120 |
| Group E | 150 | 90 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Income: Parents/Guardian's annual income must be ≤ ₹2.50 Lakhs.
- Category: Applicant must belong to the OBC category.
- Resident: Must be a resident of Maharashtra.
- Admission: Must be admitted through CAP round (for professional courses).
- Apprenticeship: Not eligible if taking another scholarship/stipend.
- Children Limit: Max 2 boys per family (no limit for girls).
- Attendance: Minimum 75% attendance is mandatory.
📂 Documents Required
- Caste Certificate: Issued by Govt of Maharashtra.
- Income Certificate: Issued by Competent Authority.
- Caste Validity Certificate: Mandatory for Professional Degree/PG.
- Marksheet: SSC/HSC or last exam passed.
- Gap Certificate: If applicable.
- Ration Card: To identify number of children.
- Leaving Certificate (LC)
- Declaration: Parents' declaration about number of beneficiaries.
📚 Important: Check the exam dates! View the MSBTE Academic Calendar 2025-26.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What if I fail in a year?
A: If you fail, you will get the benefits for that academic year, but you will NOT get the scholarship for the next year until you are promoted to the next higher class.
Q: Can I change my course?
A: If you change your course in between academic years (e.g., Professional to Non-Professional), you may not be eligible for further benefits for that course.