Jawaharlal Nehru University Scholarship, Maharashtra 2025-26
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About This Scholarship
The Jawaharlal Nehru University Scholarship, Maharashtra 2025-26, is an initiative by the Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra. This scholarship aims to provide crucial financial assistance to students pursuing Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) degrees at Jawaharlal Nehru University.
Selected students will receive significant financial support, enabling them to focus on their studies without undue financial burden. The selection process is straightforward, with candidates being chosen by the university itself, primarily based on their adherence to the outlined eligibility criteria.
The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2026, urging all eligible students to apply well in advance.
For any inquiries or further information regarding the scholarship, applicants may reach out to the Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Maharashtra. Their office is located at 411, Fourth Floor, Mantralaya Annex, Madam Cama Road, Nariman Point, Mumbai • 400032. You can also contact them via phone at (022)-22025301. Additional details and updates can be found on the official website (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must fulfill the following criteria:
• Be a domicile of Maharashtra. This is a primary requirement to ensure the scholarship benefits residents of the state.
• Be pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. The scholarship supports students at both UG and PG levels, covering a wide range of academic pursuits.
• Be studying at Jawaharlal Nehru University. This scholarship is specifically targeted at students enrolled in JNU, ensuring support for those within the specified institution.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents to support their application:
• Previous year's marksheet: This document verifies academic performance and progress.
• Fee receipt: Proof of enrollment and fee payment for the current academic year.
• Domicile certificate: Essential to confirm the applicant's domicile status in Maharashtra.
• Disability certificate (if applicable): Required for applicants claiming benefits under disability provisions.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:
1. Step 1: Locate and click on the 'Apply Now' button on the official website.
2. Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and proceed to fill in all the required registration details.
• Note: If you are already a registered user, you can simply log in using your Gmail account, Mobile number, or Email ID.
3. Step 3: After logging in or registering, navigate to the 'New Applicant Registration' button, typically found on the right-hand side of the dashboard, and click on it.
4. Step 4: Carefully fill in all the necessary details as prompted. Ensure to verify your email address and phone number. Enter the displayed captcha code accurately and then click on the 'Register' button to complete this stage.
5. Step 5: Upon successful registration on the portal, return to the dashboard and click on the 'Applicant login' button, also located on the right-hand side.
6. Step 6: Log in to the portal using the username and password that you created during the registration process.
7. Step 7: Once logged in, proceed to fill in any remaining necessary details in the application form, upload all the required documents as specified, and finally, submit your application.