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School Student Schemes
The Maharashtra DBT portal provides students with a single-window digital platform to access various pre-matric scholarships, educational assistance schemes, stipends, and welfare benefits offered by the Government of Maharashtra. The portal enables eligible school students to check scheme eligibility, submit online applications, upload required documents, and track application status in a transparent and paperless manner.
Integrated with Aadhaar authentication, school education databases, and banking systems, the platform facilitates seamless verification and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) of scholarship and financial assistance benefits directly into students bank accounts. The portal aims to simplify the application and disbursement process, enhance transparency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure timely financial support to students from various social and economic categories across Maharashtra.
List of School Student Schemes
| Department / Directorate | Scheme Name | Details |
|---|---|---|
Social Justice and Special Assistance |
Maintenance Allowance to SC Students studying in Sainik Schools |
|
Social Justice and Special Assistance |
Pre-Matric scholarship Scheme for the children of parents/Guardians engaged in Unclean and Hazardous Occupation |
|
Social Justice and Special Assistance |
Prematric Merit Scholarship for Students studying in Secondary Class (Std. Vth to Xth) |
|
Social Justice and Special Assistance |
Savitribai Phule Scholarship for Scheduled Caste girl’s students studying in 5th to 10th STD |
|
Social Justice and Special Assistance |
Maharshi Vithhal Ramaji Shinde Tuition fees and Examination fees to Backward Class students studying in High Schools |
|
Social Justice and Special Assistance |
Government of India Scholarship for 9th and 10th |
|
OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Meritorious Scholarships to VJNT SBC students Studying in Secondary Schools |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Maintenance allowance for students studying in Sainiki School |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Payment of Tuition Fees & Exam Fees of Students belonging to VJNT & SBC categories studying in Secondary school |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Meritorious Scholarships to VJNT SBC students Studying in Secondary Schools (Only Mumbai) |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Savitribai Phule Scholarship for VJNT and SBC Girl Students Studying in VIII to X Standard |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Savitribai Phule Scholarship for VJNT and SBC Girl Students Studying in V to VII Standard |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Savitribai Phule Scholarship for 8th to 10th standard Girls of Other Backward Class Category |
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OBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department |
Savitribai Phule Scholarship for 5th to 7th standard Girls of Other Backward Class Category |
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to provide financial support to eligible students to meet their day-to-day expenses during schooling. The scheme assists students pursuing education in Sainiki Schools by offering maintenance allowance to reduce financial burden and encourage disciplined academic and residential training.
Benefits
1)For Satara,Nashik and Pune govt Sainik schools with respect to fees structure shared from school education department.
2) For private sainik school Rs.15000.00 will be disbursed per annum.
3) Disbursement will happen in two instalment.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Eligibility
- Students must belong to the SC caste.
- Students must be studying in a govt or private Sainik School.
- Parents/Guardian Income should be less than or equal to 2,50,000
- Student must be a resident of Maharashtra.
- For second instalment 60% attendance is mandatory of current academic year.
- All board student except Self Finance student school are eligible for the scheme.
- If student gets fail for the year he/she is not eligible till he/she passes the class.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate.
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate.
Approving Authority
Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare
Grievance Redressal Officer
Regional Deputy Commissioner, Social Welfare Department
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
1)For Satara,Nashik and Pune govt Sainik schools with respect to fees structure shared from school education department.
2) For private sainik school Rs.15000.00 will be disbursed per annum.
3) Disbursement will happen in two instalment.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to support children from families involved in hazardous or sanitation-related occupations by providing financial assistance for their education up to the pre-matric level. The scheme helps eligible students continue schooling by reducing financial barriers and promoting education among disadvantaged groups.
Benefits
1) For Hosteller
Rs 800 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 800 will be added.
2)For Day-Scholar
Rs 350 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 350 will be added
3) 60% share is of Central and 40% is of state.
4) Disbursement will happen in one instalment.
5) Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Eligibility
• Any category student can apply for the scheme.
• No Income limit
• Parents must be engaged in unclean occupation.
• Students must be studying in any govt. or govt. aided school.
• Student must be a resident of Maharashtra.
• Central details would be shared through API and central will disburse at their end.
• All board student except Self Finance student schools are eligible for the scheme.
• If student gets fail for the year he/she is not eligible till he/she passes the class.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- Domicile Ceriticate
- Engaged in unclean occupation require certificate of Competant Authority such as Gram sevak and sarpanch, Head of Municipal Corporation, Commissioner of Corporation/ Dy. Commissioner / ward Officer.
- Self-declaration about engaged in unclean occupation on Rs. 20 stamp paper.
Approving Authority
District Social Welfare Officer
Grievance Redressal Officer
Additional Chief Executive Officer, Zila Parishad
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
1) For Hosteller
Rs 800 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 800 will be added.
2)For Day-Scholar
Rs 350 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 350 will be added
3) 60% share is of Central and 40% is of state.
4) Disbursement will happen in one instalment.
5) Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to encourage meritorious students from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds to continue their education. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students based on academic performance, helping reduce dropout rates and promote completion of secondary education.
Benefits
1) 5th to 7th 50/PM for 10 months.
2) 8th to 10th Rs. 100/PM for 10 months.
3) Disbursement will happen in two instalments.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Eligibility
• Students must belong to the SC caste.
• Students must be studying govt, govt aided or private non aided schools.
• No Income limit.
• Students must be a resident of Maharashtra.
• For second instalment 60% attendance is mandatory of current academic year.
• Student must be of BPL category.
• All board student except Self Finance student school are eligible for the scheme.
• If student gets fail for the year he/she is not eligible till he/she passes the class.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
1)Domicile Certificate.
2) Caste Certificate.
Approving Authority
District Social Welfare Officer
Grievance Redressal Officer
Additional Chief Executive Officer, Zila Parishad
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
1) 5th to 7th 50/PM for 10 months.
2) 8th to 10th Rs. 100/PM for 10 months.
3) Disbursement will happen in two instalments.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The Savitribai Phule Scholarship for Scheduled Caste girl students, implemented by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department of Maharashtra through the MahaDBT portal, aims to promote education among SC girls studying in Classes 5th to 10th. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students to encourage continued schooling and reduce dropout rates.
Benefits
• Students studying in class 5-7 std. get Rs.60 per month for up to 10 months.
• Students studying in class 8-10th std get Rs.100 per month for up to 10 months
• Disbursement will happen in two instalments.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Eligibility
• The student should be a girl child and should belong to the Schedule Caste category
• No Income Limit
• Student must be a resident of Maharashtra
• All board student except Self-Financed student school is eligible for the scheme
• The student should be studying in Government schools or Government aided schools.
• If student gets fail for the year, he is not eligible till she passes the class
• For the second installment, attendance is 60% mandatory for the current academic year.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate
Approving Authority
District Social Welfare Officer
Grievance Redressal Officer
Additional Chief Executive Officer, Zila Parishad
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
• Students studying in class 5-7 std. get Rs.60 per month for up to 10 months.
• Students studying in class 8-10th std get Rs.100 per month for up to 10 months
• Disbursement will happen in two instalments.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students belonging to backward classes pursuing secondary education. The scheme supports eligible students by reimbursing tuition and examination fees, helping reduce financial burden and encouraging continuation of schooling. Benefits are granted as per prescribed eligibility criteria and are disbursed directly to beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Benefits
1) 1st to 4th 100/PM for 10 months.
2) 5th to 7th 150/PM for 10 months
3) 8th to 10th Rs. 200/PM for 10 months
4) Disbursement in two instalments.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Eligibility
- Students must belong to the SC caste .
- Students must be studying govt, govt aided or private non aided schools.
- No Income limit
- Students must be a resident of Maharashtra.
- For second instalment 60% attendance is mandatory of current academic year.
- Student must be of BPL category.
- All board student except Self Finance student school are eligible for the scheme.
- If student gets fail for the year he/she is not eligible till he/she pass the class.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate.
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate.
Approving Authority
Additional Chief Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
1) 1st to 4th 100/PM for 10 months.
2) 5th to 7th 150/PM for 10 months
3) 8th to 10th Rs. 200/PM for 10 months
4) Disbursement in two instalments.
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to eligible students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) pursuing secondary education. The scheme supports students by reducing the financial burden of schooling and encouraging them to continue their studies.
Benefits
1) For Hosteller
- Rs 700 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 700 will be added.
2) For Non Hostellers
- Rs 350 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 350 will be added.
3) 60% share is of Central govt. and 40% is of state govt.
4) Disbursement will happen only for the state share i.e. 40% of the total benefit allotted in a single instalment
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Eligibility
- All board students except Self-Financed student school are eligible for the scheme.
- If a student fails for the year, the student is not eligible till she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefits and eligibility criteria.
- The Student must have an Aadhaar-linked bank account for DBT.
Renewal Policy
- Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- Domicile Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Caste Certificate.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
1) For Hosteller
- Rs 700 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 700 will be added.
2) For Non Hostellers
- Rs 350 p.m. for 10 months and If the student is disabled, an additional disability amount of RS 350 will be added.
3) 60% share is of Central govt. and 40% is of state govt.
4) Disbursement will happen only for the state share i.e. 40% of the total benefit allotted in a single instalment
Note: No extra benefit for more than 10 months. For less than 10 months, the beneficiary will be paid for only the no. of months he attended school from the date of admission.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
Meritorious Scholarships to VJNT SBC students Studying in Secondary Schools
Benefits
- Student studying in 5th to 7th class will get Rs.50 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.500 for an academic year
- Student studying in 8th to 10th class will get Rs.100 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1000 for an academic year
Eligibility
- The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The student should belong to SBC or VJNT category.
- There is no Income limit for this scheme.
- The student should be studying in 5th to 10th Grade.
- The student should have scored minimum 50% marks and first or second rank students in the class (Any number of eligible students in a class).
- The student should be studying in a government school or government aided school.
- Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of current academic year is mandatory.
- If a student fails for the year, student is not eligible till he/she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefit and eligibility criteria.
- This benefit is only given to students who receive 1st and 2nd ranks and their grades are more than 50% point to be added
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Student studying in 5th to 7th class will get Rs.50 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.500 for an academic year
- Student studying in 8th to 10th class will get Rs.100 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1000 for an academic year
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to provide financial support to eligible students admitted in Sainiki Schools. The scheme offers a maintenance allowance to help meet day-to-day living and educational expenses during the course of study, thereby encouraging disciplined academic training.
Benefits
- Satara,Nashik and Pune govt Sainik schools with respect to fees structure shared from school education department.
- For private unaided or permanently unaided sainik school Rs. 15,000 will be disbursed
Eligibility
• Students must belong to the VJ,NT or SBC caste.
• Students must be studying in 6th to 10th.
• Students must be studying in a govt or private Sainik School.
• Parents/Guardian Income should be less than or equal to Rs.1,50,000
• Student must be a resident of Maharashtra.
• For second instalment 60% attendance is mandatory of current academic year.
• All board student except Self Finance student school or Private Aided are eligible for the scheme.
• If student gets fail for the year he/she is not eligible till he/she passes the class.
• Renewal application same eligibility criteria need to follow.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- Income Certificate
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Satara,Nashik and Pune govt Sainik schools with respect to fees structure shared from school education department.
- For private unaided or permanently unaided sainik school Rs. 15,000 will be disbursed
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme Payment of Tuition Fees and Examination Fees Scheme for VJNT and SBC students, implemented by the OBC, SEBC, VJNT & SBC Welfare Department of Maharashtra through the MahaDBT portal, aims to provide financial assistance to students belonging to Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) and Special Backward Classes (SBC) pursuing education in recognized institutions. The scheme supports eligible students by reimbursing tuition and examination fees, helping reduce financial burden and ensuring continuity of education.
Benefits
- Student studying in 1st to 4th class will Rs.100 per month for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1000 for an academic year.
- Student studying in 5th to 7th class will get Rs.150 per month for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1500 for an academic year.
- Student studying in 8th to 10th class will get Rs.200 per month for 10 months i.e. total Rs.2000 for an academic year.
Eligibility
- The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The student should belong to SBC or VJNT category.
- The student should belong to below poverty line.
- The student should be studying in 1st to 10th Grade
- The student should be studying in a private unaided or permanently unaided school.
- Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of current academic year is mandatory.
- If a student fails for the year, the student is not eligible till she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefits and eligibility criteria
Renewal Policy
Renewal will have the same benefit and eligibility criteria
Documents Required
No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Student studying in 1st to 4th class will Rs.100 per month for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1000 for an academic year.
- Student studying in 5th to 7th class will get Rs.150 per month for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1500 for an academic year.
- Student studying in 8th to 10th class will get Rs.200 per month for 10 months i.e. total Rs.2000 for an academic year.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to encourage academically meritorious students belonging to Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) and Special Backward Classes (SBC) to continue their secondary education in Mumbai. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students based on their academic performance, helping reduce financial constraints and promote higher educational achievement
Benefits
- Student studying in 5th to 7th class will get Rs.50 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.500 for an academic year.
- Student studying in 8th to 10th class will get Rs.100 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1000 for an academic year.
Eligibility
- The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The student should belong to SBC or VJNT category.
- There is no Income limit for this scheme.
- The student should be studying in 5th to 10th Grade.
- This benefit is only given to students who receive 1st and 2nd ranks and their grades are more than 50% point to be added
- The student should be studying in a government school or government aided school.
- Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of current academic year is mandatory.
- If a student fails for the year, student is not eligible till he/she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefit and eligibility criteria.
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Student studying in 5th to 7th class will get Rs.50 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.500 for an academic year.
- Student studying in 8th to 10th class will get Rs.100 for 10 months i.e. total Rs.1000 for an academic year.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to promote girl's education and reduce dropout rates at the secondary school level. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students belonging to Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) and Special Backward Classes (SBC) to support their schooling and encourage continuation of education.
Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.3000 annually i.e. Rs.300 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Eligibility
- The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The student should be a girl child.
- The student should belong to Special Backward Class or VJNT category.
- There is no Income limit for this scheme.
- The student should be studying in 8th to 10th Grade (Class).
- The student should be studying in a government school or government aided school.
- Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of the current academic year is mandatory.
- If a student fails for the year, the student is not eligible till she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefits and eligibility criteria
Renewal Policy
Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.3000 annually i.e. Rs.300 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to promote girl’s education and reduce dropout rates at the primary and upper-primary levels. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students belonging to Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) and Special Backward Classes (SBC) to support their schooling and encourage continuation of education.
Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.600 annually i.e. Rs.60 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Eligibility
• The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
• The student should be a girl child.
• The student should belong to Special Backward Class or VJNT category.
• There is no Income limit for this scheme.
• The student should be studying in 5th to 7th Grade
• The student should be studying in a government school or government aided school.
• Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of current academic year is mandatory.
• If a student fails for the year, student is not eligible till she passes the class.
• Renewal will have the same benefit and eligibility criteria.
Renewal Policy
Renewal will have the same benefit and eligibility criteria
Documents Required
No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.600 annually i.e. Rs.60 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The scheme aims to encourage girl’s education and reduce dropout rates at the secondary level. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students to support their schooling and promote continuation of education.
Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.3000 annually i.e. Rs.300 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Eligibility
- The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The student should be a girl child.
- The student should belong to the Other Backward Class category.
- There is no Income limit for this scheme.
- The student should be studying in 8th to 10th Grade (Class).
- The student should be studying in a government school or government aided school.
- Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of the current academic year is mandatory.
- If a student fails for the year, the student is not eligible till she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefits and eligibility criteria
Renewal Policy
- Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.3000 annually i.e. Rs.300 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Scheme Details
Application Timeline
30 Working Days
Description
The Savitribai Phule Scholarship for girls studying in 5th to 7th standard belonging to the Other Backward Class (OBC) category, implemented by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department of Maharashtra through the MahaDBT portal, aims to promote girls’ education and reduce dropout rates at the primary level. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible students to support their schooling and encourage continued education.
Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.2,500 annually i.e Rs.250 per month for 10 months in an academic year.
Eligibility
- The student should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The student should be a girl child.
- The student should belong to the Other Backward Class category.
- There is no Income limit for this scheme.
- The student should be studying in 5th to 7th Grade (Class).
- The student should be studying in a government school or government aided school.
- Disbursement will be in two instalments for the second instalment 60% attendance of the current academic year is mandatory.
- If a student fails for the year, the student is not eligible till she passes the class.
- Renewal will have the same benefits and eligibility criteria
Renewal Policy
- Renewal applications same eligibility criteria of new application need to follow.
Documents Required
- No Document Required.
Approving Authority
Data not Available
Grievance Redressal Officer
Data not Available
Benefit Details
Tentative Benefits
- Total amount of Rs.2,500 annually i.e Rs.250 per month for 10 months in an academic year.