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Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children)

Hostel maintenance allowance up to ₹30,000/year for children of registered farmers/farm labourers studying professional courses.

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Official Nodal Portal:mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 17–28 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹8,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Maharashtra
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Maharashtra
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides annual financial assistance of ₹30,000 (in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Aurangabad) and ₹20,000 (in other areas) for 10 months for children of registered marginal farmers and agricultural labourers admitted to technical/professional degree courses residing in private hostels/lodges.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹140 Crore annual hostel maintenance allowance corpus

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 45,000 children of farmers assisted annually

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:17 to 28 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹8,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:student, child of farmer, child of farm labourer
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Student enrolled in professional higher courses whose parent is a small/marginal farmer or registered agricultural labourer in Maharashtra.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

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•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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  1. 1

    Apply online on MahaDBT portal under Directorate of Technical Education / Higher Education.

  2. 2

    Upload parent 7/12 land extract (marginal farmer <= 2 hectares) or labour registration, college admission proof, and hostel receipt.

  3. 3

    Transferred in 2 installments directly to student Aadhaar-seeded bank account.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Parent owning more than 2 hectares of farmland, family income exceeding ₹8 Lakh, or non-professional courses.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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Can children of landless agricultural labourers apply?

Yes, children of registered agricultural labourers registered with the Revenue / Labour department are fully eligible.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children). Age: min 17 max 28 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹8,00,000. Conditions: Student enrolled in professional higher courses whose parent is a small/marginal farmer or registered agricultural labourer in Maharashtra..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children)?

Under official guidelines for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children), beneficiaries are entitled to: Provides annual financial assistance of ₹30,000 (in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Aurangabad) and ₹20,000 (in other areas) for 10 months for children of registered marginal farmers and agricultural labourers admitted to technical/professional degree courses residing in private hostels/lodges.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children)? What is the official process?

To apply for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Apply online on MahaDBT portal under Directorate of Technical Education / Higher Education. 2. Upload parent 7/12 land extract (marginal farmer <= 2 hectares) or labour registration, college admission proof, and hostel receipt. 3. Transferred in 2 installments directly to student Aadhaar-seeded b...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children) application status?

Application status for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children) can typically be tracked through the official portal at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Parent owning more than 2 hectares of farmland, family income exceeding ₹8 Lakh, or non-professional courses.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id221Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna (Hostel Allowance for Farmers Children) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Annual intake cycle between August and January on MahaDBT

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

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How to Apply🖥Apply Online
Scale & Impact
👥Over 45,000 children of farmers assisted annually (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹140 Crore annual hostel maintenance allowance corpus budget allocation
📅Running since 2016
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

221

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2026-09-26initial_verification

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Higher and Technical Education Department, Maharashtra

Mantralaya, Mumbai 400032

Helpline: 022-22873844

Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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