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Scholarship Exam Details

The Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Scholarship) is a flagship scheme of the Directorate of Higher Education, Maharashtra. It aims to support students from Economically Backward Classes (EBC) pursuing professional and non-professional courses. For 2026, the scholarship provides a 50% to 100% reimbursement of tuition and exam fees. For professional courses like Engineering or Medical, the government pays 50% of the tuition fee, significantly reducing the burden on middle-class families. This is a massive scheme handled through the MahaDBT portal, serving millions of students in Maharashtra annually.

Important Dates

Opening Date: 26-Apr-2026 08:21 PM

Closing Date: 26-Apr-2026 08:21 PM

Q1: What is the family income limit for 2026?
A1: The total annual family income must be less than ₹8,00,000.
Q2: Is it open to General category students?
A2: Yes, this scholarship is specifically for General, SEBC, and EWS category students who do not receive other caste-based benefits.
Q3: What is the minimum marks requirement?
A3: There is no specific percentage bar for application; the student must have been admitted through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) and must have passed the previous year.
Q4: Does it cover private colleges?
A4: Yes, it covers both Government and Aided/Unaided Private colleges in Maharashtra, provided they are recognized by the DHE/DTE.

No Written Exam Required. Selection based on:

  • Admission Mode: Must be via CAP (Centralized Admission Process).

  • Income Certificate: Issued by the Tahsildar (Valid for current year).

  • Attendance: Minimum 75% certified by the college.

Guidelines

  • All questions are mandatory and there is no negative marking.
  • Duration: minutes
  • Total Questions:
  • Question Type: MCQ

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