Maharashtra GovernmentActiveLast verified 24 September 2026

Financial assistance to family or person of SC and ST victims of atrocities

In simple words

Money help for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe victims of caste-based atrocities.

What you may get

Rs 0.85 lakh to Rs 8.25 lakh, depending on the case, as stated on the page.

Who it is for

SC or ST victims of caste-based atrocities where the crime is registered under the specified Acts.

Main eligibility conditions

  • SC or ST.
  • Crime registered under the specified Acts.
  • Caste certificate; medical certificate where relevant.

Conditions we could not check

  • The crime must be registered under the Protection of Civil Rights Act 1955 or the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act 1989.
  • Medical certificate (where relevant) and caste certificate are needed.

Documents you may need

  • Caste certificate
  • Medical certificate (where relevant)

How to apply

  1. Apply to the Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare of your district.

Application fee

We could not find the application fee in the official source. Check the fee on the official website or PDF before you apply.

Application dates

  • We could not find the current last date in the official source. Check the official source.

Official information

Department: Government of Maharashtra, Social Justice and Special Assistance Department

Last checked: 24 September 2026

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Questions and answers

Answers come only from the official information we checked.

Who can apply?

SC or ST victims of caste-based atrocities where the crime is registered under the specified Acts.

How much is the benefit?

Rs 0.85 lakh to Rs 8.25 lakh, depending on the case, as stated on the page.

Which documents are needed?

The official information mentions: Caste certificate; Medical certificate (where relevant).

How can I apply?

The official steps are: 1. Apply to the Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare of your district.

Is it open now, and what is the last date?

We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.

Can I apply online?

We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.

Is there an application fee?

We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.

Is there an official PDF?

We have not found an official PDF for this scheme.

Can a person from Maharashtra apply?

This scheme is for the state of Maharashtra. People living in Maharashtra can check the conditions above.

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