Maharashtra state has launched a scheme for the students who are financially weak to study further. The Government brought this yojana, especially for SC & Neo Buddhist candidates. Students in their 10th & 12th diploma are more preferable for the yojana. Students will also get accommodation along with the aid. Each year approximately Rs. 51,000 is provided financial support by Maharashtra Government.
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Maharashtra Swadhar Yojana Details
| Yojana Name | Maharashtra Swadhar Yojana |
| Department | Maharashtra Social Welfare Department |
| Launched by | Maharashtra government |
| Official portal | httpss://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/ |
| Beneficiaries | Students of Maharashtra |
| Advantage | Subsidies |
| State | Maharashtra |
Babasaheb Ambedkar Maharashtra Swadhar Yojana: Advantages
- To provide opportunities & encouragement for the Neo Buddhist & SC students.
- Candidates below the 11th standard can’t apply for this.
- In this scheme, both non-professional and professional courses are available.
- Rs. 51000 in total is given financial support to study.
| Lodging facility | Rs 15000 |
| Other Course | 2000 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | 8000 |
| Boarding facility | Rs 28000 |
| Facility for Medical & Engineering candidates | 5000 |
| Sum Total | Rs 51000 |
Maharashtra Swadhar Scheme Eligibility Criteria
- Students from financially weaker households are eligible for this scheme.
- Candidates must be permanent citizens of Maharashtra.
- The applicant’s family’s yearly income must not exceed 2.5 lakh.
- Students from SC & Neo Buddhist category are preferable.
- Candidates must secure 60% or more to take advantage of the scheme.
- Handicapped students must obtain a 40% score in their previous course.
- Candidates interested in studying further after the 10th & 12th must apply for this scheme within two years.
Maharashtra Swadhar Yojana Registration Documents Required
- Caste certificate
- Aadhar Card
- Passport size photo
- Identity card
- Phone number
- Permanent Resident Certificate of Maharashtra
- Bank Details
- Family income certificate
How to Apply for Maharashtra Swadhar Yojana?
- Firstly, candidates have to go to the official portal of Maharashtra Swadhar Yojana.
- On the web page, you will find a link to Yojana pdf; click on it.
- Here, you will get the application form of Yojana; download it.
- Fill out your form with relevant information and attach the printout of original documents along with the form.
- Then, submit the form online.
- Lastly, you will get an application number which will come in handy later on. Keep it carefully.