Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship is a Maharashtra Government initiative designed to support Scheduled Caste students in pursuing higher secondary education. This scheme aims to encourage academic excellence and improve the educational competitiveness of eligible students. By providing financial assistance, it helps remove barriers to education for talented SC students.
What You Get
- Financial scholarship to support higher secondary education
- Recognition and encouragement for meritorious SC students
- Assistance to reduce financial burden on families
- Support to improve overall educational standards
Who Can Apply
- Age: 13–20 years
- Residence: Maharashtra residents only
- Student must belong to Scheduled Caste category
- Student must be studying in higher secondary education (Class 11-12)
- Student must be a resident of Maharashtra
- Academic merit/performance criteria may apply
- Family income limits may apply (specific limits to be verified with official sources)
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. School/College Admission Certificate
- 3. Scheduled Caste Certificate
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Residential Proof
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
- 13–20 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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