Open Merit Scholarships in Junior College, Maharashtra 2025-26
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About This Scholarship
The Open Merit Scholarships in Junior College, Maharashtra 2025-26 is a significant initiative by the School Education and Sports Department, Government of Maharashtra. This program is specifically designed to provide crucial financial assistance to students currently pursuing their Class 11 and 12 education.
The primary objective of this scholarship scheme is to motivate and encourage these students, ensuring they have the necessary support to pursue higher education without financial burden. By offering this aid, the government aims to foster academic excellence and continuity in education for deserving candidates across the state.
Selected students will receive a scholarship benefit of ₹50 per month for a duration of 10 months, amounting to ₹500 annually.
The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2026. Selection of candidates will be based strictly on their fulfillment of the specified eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Open Merit Scholarships in Junior College, an applicant must fulfill the following criteria:
• Be a domicile of Maharashtra.
• Be currently studying in Class 11 or 12 at a recognized institution/school.
• Have secured a minimum of 60% marks in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination on their first attempt.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents along with their application:
• Secondary School Certificate (SSC) marksheet
• Class 11 marksheet/certificate (This is applicable only for renewal cases)
• Caste certificate (If the applicant belongs to a reserved category)
• Domicile certificate (Proof of residence in Maharashtra)
• Disability certificate (If the applicant has a disability)
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the Open Merit Scholarships in Junior College by following these detailed steps:
1. Visit the official scholarship portal: Navigate to mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in.
2. Initiate Registration: If you are a new applicant, click on the 'Register' button or specifically the 'New Applicant Registration' button, usually located on the right-hand side of the dashboard.
3. Complete Registration Details: Fill in all the required registration information accurately. This includes verifying your email address and phone number. After entering the captcha, click on the 'Register' button to finalize your registration.
4. Applicant Login: For existing users, or after successful registration, proceed by clicking on the 'Applicant Login' button, typically found on the right-hand side of the dashboard.
5. Log In: Enter your registered username and password to access your applicant profile.
6. Fill Application Form: Carefully complete all the necessary details requested in the scholarship application form.
7. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of all the required documents as specified in the scholarship guidelines.
8. Review and Submit: Thoroughly review your entire application to ensure all information is correct and all documents are properly attached. Once satisfied, submit your application.