Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship (Class 10 and 12, Scheduled Castes)
In simple words
Merit cash awards for Scheduled Caste students who rank high in Class 10 and 12.
What you may get
Rs 1,00,000 for first rank among all board students. Rs 50,000 for each SC student on the divisional board merit list. Rs 25,000 for first in district. Rs 10,000 for first in taluka. Rs 5,000 for first in school or junior college.
Who it is for
Scheduled Caste students in Class 10 and 12 who achieve a merit rank.
Main eligibility conditions
- Student belongs to Scheduled Castes.
- No income limit is stated on the page.
Conditions we could not check
- Awards depend on merit rank in Class 10 or 12 board result.
- Marks criteria are not stated on the page.
Documents you may need
We could not confirm a document list. Check the official source.
How to apply
- Apply to the Assistant Commissioner, Social Welfare of your district.
Application fee
We could not confirm an application fee.
Application dates
- Current deadline could not be confirmed. Check the official source.
Official information
Department: Government of Maharashtra, Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Last checked: 24 September 2026
We could not confirm an official application link. Please use the official source below.
You are opening the official government website. LABHLO does not control that website.
LABHLO Summary. Not an official government document.
LABHLO is not a government website. Final eligibility and approval are decided by the relevant government authority. Check the official source before applying.
Do not pay anyone just because they promise scheme approval. Check payment requirements on the official government source.
Questions and answers
Answers come only from the official information we checked.
Who can apply?
Scheduled Caste students in Class 10 and 12 who achieve a merit rank.
How much is the benefit?
Rs 1,00,000 for first rank among all board students. Rs 50,000 for each SC student on the divisional board merit list. Rs 25,000 for first in district. Rs 10,000 for first in taluka. Rs 5,000 for first in school or junior college.
Which documents are needed?
We could not confirm this from the official information we checked.
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 confirm this from the official information we checked.
Can I apply online?
We could not confirm this from the official information we checked.
Is there an application fee?
We could not confirm this from the official information we checked.
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.
Where each fact comes from
- benefit: Official scheme page
Similar schemes
AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students (Degree)
A scholarship for girls who take admission in a technical degree course.
- Benefit
- Rs 50,000 a year as a lump sum for college fee, computer, books and similar costs, for up…
- For
- A girl admitted to the first year of a degree course (or second year by lateral…
- Last checked
- 24 Sept 2026
AICTE Saksham Scholarship Scheme for Specially-Abled Students
A scholarship for students with disability who take admission in a technical diploma course.
- Benefit
- Rs 50,000 a year as a lump sum for college fee, computer, books and similar costs, for up…
- For
- A student with disability of 40 percent or more, admitted to a diploma course…
- Last checked
- 24 Sept 2026
AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme for Students
A scholarship for orphans and some other children who face loss of a parent, studying technical courses.
- Benefit
- Rs 50,000 a year as a lump sum for college fee, computer, books and similar costs. Up…
- For
- An orphan or ward in one of the listed groups, studying a degree or diploma in…
- Last checked
- 24 Sept 2026
Bharatratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Swadhar Yojana
Yearly money help for SC and Neo-Buddhist students for living costs.
- Benefit
- Yearly amount per student: Rs 60,000 (Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nagpur), Rs 51,000 (Class C…
- For
- SC and Neo-Buddhist students of Maharashtra with family income up to Rs 2.5…
- Last checked
- 24 Sept 2026
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (PM-USP)
A merit scholarship for college and university students from families with income up to Rs 4.5 lakh a year.
- Benefit
- Rs 12,000 a year at graduation level for the first three years. Rs 20,000 a year at…
- For
- Students above the 80th percentile in Class XII, with family income up to Rs…
- Last checked
- 24 Sept 2026
Final eligibility is decided by the government authority.
Report a mistake in this scheme
Wrong benefit, wrong eligibility, broken link, wrong deadline or missing information? Tell us.
LABHLO is an independent information platform. It is not a government website. The government decides final eligibility and approval.