Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship Senior Level, Maharashtra 2025-26
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship • Senior Level, Maharashtra 2025-26 is a significant initiative by the Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Maharashtra. This program aims to provide crucial financial assistance to students who have successfully passed Class 12 and are keen to pursue higher education. It supports meritorious students in their academic journey, ensuring they can continue their studies without financial burden.
Selected students under this senior level scholarship will receive financial aid ranging from ₹2,800 to ₹72,000 or even more, with the exact amount determined by the specific course of study and prevailing government regulations. This support is designed to cover various educational expenses, helping students focus on their academics.
Candidates for this prestigious scholarship are primarily selected based on their outstanding academic performance, specifically their top ranks in both secondary (Class 10) and higher secondary (Class 12) examinations. The scholarship targets individuals who have demonstrated exceptional academic merit.
Important Dates:
The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2026. Prospective applicants are advised to submit their applications well before this date to ensure consideration.
Contact Details:
For any inquiries or further information regarding the scholarship, applicants can reach out to:
Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Maharashtra
411, Fourth Floor, Mantralaya Annex,
Madam Cama Road, Nariman Point,
Mumbai • 400032
Phone Number: (022)-22025301
Source: mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Assistance to Meritorious Students Scholarship • Senior Level, an applicant must fulfill the following criteria:
• Be a domicile of Maharashtra. This ensures the scholarship benefits residents of the state.
• Have successfully passed Class 12 from recognized institutions or schools. This confirms the applicant has completed their higher secondary education.
• Have secured the top rank in both their secondary (Class 10) and higher secondary (Class 12) examinations. This criterion emphasizes academic excellence and merit.
• Hold a valid sanction letter from the Director of Higher Education (DHE). This document is crucial for verifying eligibility and approval from the relevant authority.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents as per Government Resolution (GR) dated 17.05.1984:
• Previous year’s marksheet: This is necessary to verify academic performance and progression.
• Current year’s fee receipt: Proof of admission and fee payment for the ongoing academic year.
• Hostel fee receipt: If the applicant resides in a hostel, this document helps in calculating the full scholarship amount.
• DHE Scholarship sanction letter: This official letter confirms the applicant's eligibility and approval for the scholarship from the Directorate of Higher Education.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the scholarship by following these steps on the official website:
1. New Applicant Registration:
Navigate to the 'New Applicant Registration' button on the right-hand side of the dashboard on the official scholarship portal and click on it.
Fill in all the required registration details accurately.
Verify your email address and phone number as prompted.
Enter the captcha code for security purposes and then click on the 'Register' button to complete the registration process.
(Note: If you are already a registered user on the portal, you can directly proceed to log in using your existing Gmail, Mobile number, or Email ID).
2. Applicant Login:
After successfully registering on the portal, locate and click on the 'Applicant login' button, typically found on the right-hand side of the dashboard.
Log in to your account using your unique username and the password you created during registration.
3. Application Form Completion and Submission:
Once logged in, proceed to fill in all the necessary details required in the scholarship application form. Ensure all information is provided accurately and completely.
Upload all the required documents as specified in the scholarship guidelines. Make sure all files are in the correct format and legible.
Thoroughly review your entire application to check for any errors or missing information before final submission.
Finally, click the 'Submit' button to complete your scholarship application.