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Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession)

50% tuition and exam fee reimbursement for Economically Backward Class students pursuing professional degrees in Maharashtra.

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Official Nodal Portal:mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 17–30 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹8,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 General / EBC / Open📍 Maharashtra
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyHigher and Technical Education Department, Government of Maharashtra
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Reimburses 50% of the total college tuition fee and 50% of examination fees approved by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA) for Economically Backward Class (EBC) students (general/unreserved category with annual family income up to ₹8,00,000) pursuing professional degree and diploma courses (Engineering, MBBS, BDS, MBA, MCA, Pharmacy, Agriculture, Architecture, Law) in government, aided, and private unaided colleges in Maharashtra.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹1,200 Crore annual state outlay under Higher & Technical Education Department

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Disbursed fee concessions to over 4.5 Lakh college students annually across Maharashtra

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:17 to 30 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹8,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:college student, engineering student, medical student, pharmacy student, MBA student
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:General, EBC, Open
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Student admitted through Centralized Admission Process (CAP) in Maharashtra. General unreserved category with annual family gross income up to ₹8,00,000.

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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.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•4 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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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Register on the MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in) with Aadhaar.

  2. 2

    Select Directorate of Higher Education (DHE) or Technical Education (DTE) and choose scheme.

  3. 3

    Enter Centralized Admission Process (CAP) allotment application ID.

  4. 4

    Upload family income certificate (below ₹8 Lakh) and Maharashtra domicile certificate.

  5. 5

    College verifies bona fide enrollment; 50% tuition fee credited directly to college/student account via DBT.

✅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

Admission secured through management/institutional quota rather than CAP rounds, family income exceeding ₹8,00,000, or non-Maharashtra domicile.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Are medical (MBBS/BDS) and engineering students eligible?

Yes, students admitted through CAP rounds in all government and private unaided professional colleges receive 50% fee reimbursement.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What if a student takes admission through institutional/management quota?

Students admitted through management quota, NRI quota, or spot admissions are strictly not eligible for this concession.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can students whose family income is up to ₹2.5 Lakh receive full fees?

General EBC students with income up to ₹2.5 Lakh receive 50% tuition fees under this scheme; 100% fees apply to SC/ST categories under separate scholarship lines.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession)?

Under official guidelines for Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession), beneficiaries are entitled to: Reimburses 50% of the total college tuition fee and 50% of examination fees approved by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA) for Economically Backward Class (EBC) students (general/unreserved category with annual family income up to ₹8,00,000) pursuing professional degree and diploma courses (Engineer...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession) application status?

Application status for Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession) 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 Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession) 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 Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession) 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

Admission secured through management/institutional quota rather than CAP rounds, family income exceeding ₹8,00,000, or non-Maharashtra domicile.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-24initial_verificationBaseline verification of Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna (EBC Higher Education Fee Concession) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Annual portal application intake between August and December on mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

Scheme Intelligence

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Access FrictionModerate Process

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Scale & Impact
👥Disbursed fee concessions to over 4.5 Lakh college students annually across Maharashtra (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹1,200 Crore annual state outlay under Higher & Technical Education Department budget allocation
📅Running since 2016
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra

3, Mahapalika Marg, Post Box No. 1967, Opp. Metro Cinema, Mumbai 400001

Helpline: 022-49150800

Jurisdiction: State (Maharashtra)

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