Opening And Running Junior Colleges For VJNT Students Run By Voluntary Agencies
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme, launched by the Government of Maharashtra in 2008, supports the opening and operation of junior colleges specifically for Vimukta Jatis and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) students. It is run by voluntary agencies and non-governmental organizations in partnership with the state. The main purpose is to provide quality educational opportunities and promote the social and economic development of VJNT communities through accessible higher secondary education.
What You Get
- Access to junior college education in dedicated institutions for VJNT students
- Support for opening and running of junior colleges by voluntary agencies
- Educational facilities designed to serve marginalized tribal and nomadic communities
- Promotion of educational advancement for socially and economically disadvantaged groups
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- Residence: Maharashtra residents only
- Student must belong to Vimukta Jatis (VJ) or Nomadic Tribes (NT) communities as recognized by Maharashtra government
- Student must have completed secondary education (10th standard) to enroll in junior college
- Residency in Maharashtra state (preferably)
- Voluntary agencies must be registered organizations with credibility and experience in education sector
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Caste Certificate
- 3. School Leaving Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Address Proof
- 6. Income Certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Maharashtra
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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