The Government of Maharashtra has introduced the Meritorious Scholarships scheme to motivate education among students from the VJNT (Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes) and SBC (Special Backward Class) categories studying in secondary schools. The scheme rewards academic excellence by providing annual scholarships based on class standards.
Benefits
- 5th to 7th Standard:
Students receive ₹200/- per annum. - 8th to 10th Standard:
Students receive ₹400/- per annum.
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Performance:
Students must have secured more than 50 percent marks in the previous year’s annual examination and must have secured either first or second position in their class. - Category:
The student should belong to the VJNT / SBC category. - Class:
The student must be studying in 5th to 10th standard. - Income:
There is no income limit for this scholarship.
Application Process
Offline Application:
- Contact School Principal:
- Eligible students should contact their school principal to initiate the application process.
- Submission Process:
- The application is submitted by the Head Master of the concerned school through the Block Education Officer to the District Social Welfare Officer of the relevant Zillah Parishad.
- Mumbai City:
- For Mumbai City, proposals must be submitted to the Assistant Commissioner of Social Welfare, Mumbai City.
Documents Required
- Caste Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Residence Proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Details
- School Marksheet
- Passport-size Photograph
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What are the Meritorious Scholarships for VJNT and SBC students studying in secondary schools?
They are scholarships aimed at motivating educational excellence among students from VJNT and SBC categories by providing annual financial assistance based on class standards. -
Who is eligible for the Meritorious Scholarships?
Students from VJNT and SBC categories studying in 5th to 10th standard, who have secured over 50% marks and ranked either first or second in their class, are eligible. -
How can eligible students apply for the Meritorious Scholarships?
The application process is offline, initiated through the school principal and submitted by the Head Master via the Block Education Officer to the District Social Welfare Officer (or the Assistant Commissioner of Social Welfare for Mumbai City). -
What are the benefits of the Meritorious Scholarships?
Students in 5th to 7th standard receive ₹200/- per annum, while those in 8th to 10th standard receive ₹400/- per annum. -
How are the scholarship recipients selected?
Selection is based on academic performance, where students must secure more than 50 percent marks and rank first or second in their class. -
What is the duration of the Meritorious Scholarships?
The scholarship is awarded on an annual basis. -
Are there any obligations or conditions associated with the Meritorious Scholarships?
Recipients are expected to continue performing academically; specific conditions may be outlined in the official guidelines. -
Can students avail other scholarships along with the Meritorious Scholarships?
This depends on the specific guidelines provided by the government; students should refer to the official guidelines for details on concurrent scholarships.