MahaDBT Post-Matric SC

What is MahaDBT Post-Matric SC?

The SC variant of Maharashtra's post-matric scholarship is the largest of the MahaDBT scholarship pool by beneficiary count — roughly 8 lakh Scheduled Caste students receive it every year from Class 11 through PhD. It is administered by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department (SJSA) of the Government of Maharashtra using Government of India funding, and applications flow through the state's MahaDBT portal at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in. The specific paperwork requirement that separates this scheme from every other MahaDBT scholarship is the mandatory Caste Validity Certificate from the Maharashtra SC/ST Caste Scrutiny Committee after Class 12 — without it, the application is auto-rejected regardless of family income or academic merit. Payouts cover full tuition reimbursement plus ₹230 to ₹1,200 per month in maintenance depending on course tier, with hostel students receiving the higher slab.

Who is Eligible for MahaDBT Post-Matric SC?

• ✓ SC student with valid Maharashtra caste certificate
• ✓ Maharashtra domicile
• ✓ Class 11 to PhD level
• ✓ Family annual income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh
• ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account in student's name
• ✓ Caste validity certificate (mandatory after Class 12)

Documents Required for MahaDBT Post-Matric SC

How to Apply for MahaDBT Post-Matric SC Online?

1. 1Open mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in and locate the registration or apply option
2. 2Authenticate with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number (OTP verification)
3. 3Complete the application form carefully — personal, bank and address details
4. 4Upload scans of Aadhaar Card, Maharashtra SC Caste Certificate, Caste Validity Certificate (post-12th)
5. 5Cross-check every entry, then submit and save the reference number
6. 6Track the application from the portal's status section while it is verified

Frequently Asked Questions — MahaDBT Post-Matric SC