Maintenance Allowance To VJNT And SBC Students Studying In Professional Courses And Living In Hostel Attached To Professional Colleges
✓ Information verified — April 2026This Maharashtra government scheme provides financial assistance to Vimukta Jati, Nomadic Tribes (VJNT), and Special Backward Classes (SBC) students pursuing professional courses while living in hostels attached to professional colleges. The scheme aims to support these students in completing their higher education by covering maintenance costs. It is administered by the Government of Maharashtra.
What You Get
- Monthly maintenance allowance for hostel expenses
- Financial support to cover living costs while studying professional courses
- Assistance for students residing in college hostels
- Enables continuation of education without financial hardship
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- Residence: Maharashtra residents only
- Student must belong to VJNT (Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes) or SBC (Special Backward Classes) category
- Must be enrolled in a professional course at a recognized college
- Must be living in a hostel attached to the professional college
- Must be a resident of Maharashtra
- Income and other conditions as per Maharashtra government norms
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Caste Certificate (VJNT/SBC)
- 3. College Admission Letter
- 4. Hostel Allotment Letter
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 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
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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