List of scholarships funded by the Government of Maharashtra
Maharashtra is by far the largest state in India in terms of Gross Domestic Product. The state is home to some of the finest educational institutions in the country. The government of Maharashtra runs a number of scholarship programmes to support students hailing from socio-economically backward sections. The scholarships run by the Maharashtra government is listed below.
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
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1 |
Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship to SC Students, Maharashtra |
Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra |
|
2 |
Tuition Fees and Examination Fees for OBC Students, Maharashtra |
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
3 |
Tuition fees and Examination fees for SEBC students, Maharashtra |
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
4 |
Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to VJNT Students, Maharashtra |
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
5 |
Post-matric Scholarship for Persons with Disability, Maharashtra |
Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
6 |
Post-Matric Scholarship to SBC Students, Maharashtra |
Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
7 |
Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Vasatigruh Nirvah Bhatta Yojna, Maharashtra |
Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra |
|
8 |
Education Concession to the Children of Ex-Servicemen, Maharashtra |
Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra |
|
9 |
Vocational Education Maintenance Allowance to ST Students, Maharashtra |
Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
10 |
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship, Maharashtra |
Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra |
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11 |
Vocational Education Fee Reimbursement, Maharashtra |
Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra |
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12 |
Jawaharlal Nehru University Scheme, Maharashtra |
Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra |
|
13 |
Education Concession to Children of Freedom Fighters, Maharashtra |
Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra |
|
14 |
Maintenance Allowance for SC Students in Professional Courses, Maharashtra |
Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
15 |
Government Research Adhichatra, Maharashtra |
Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra |
|
16 |
Maintenance Allowance to VJNT and SBC Students of Professional Courses, Maharashtra |
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra |
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17 |
Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to ST Students, Maharashtra |
Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
18 |
Post Matric Scholarship Scheme Government of India, Maharashtra |
Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
19 |
Post-Matric Scholarship to OBC Students, Maharashtra |
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
20 |
Post-Matric Scholarship to VJNT Students, Maharashtra |
VJNT, OBC and SBC Welfare Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
21 |
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulk Shishyavrutti Yojna, Maharashtra |
Higher and Technical Education Department, Government of Maharashtra |
|
22 |
Chief Minister Fellowship (CMF) Program, Maharashtra |
Government of Maharashtra |
|
23 |
Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship, Maharashtra |
Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra |
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24 |
State Government Daxshina Adhichatra Scholarship, Maharashtra |
Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra |
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25 |
Eklavya Scholarship, Maharashtra |
Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra |
|
26 |
Post-Matric Tuition Fee and Examination Fee (Freeship), Maharashtra |
Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra |
List of scholarships funded by the Government of Gujarat
Gujarat is one of the most industrialised states in India. The government of Gujarat offers generous scholarships to desirous students of Gujarat. Merit-based scholarships, means-based scholarships and merit-cum-means based scholarships are offered by the Gujarat government. The scholarships list is given below.
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
|
1 |
Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana, Gujarat |
Education Department, Government of Gujarat |
|
2 |
Scholarships to the Disabled Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
3 |
Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (NTDNT), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
4 |
Post SSC Scholarships for Boys (NTDNT) Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
5 |
Post SSC Scholarship for Boys (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
6 |
Post SSC Scholarship for Girls (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
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7 |
Food Bill Assistance to SC Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
8 |
Food Bill Assistance for Medical/Engineering Students (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
9 |
Educational Assistance for NTDNT Students Studying in Self-Financed College, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
10 |
Higher Secondary Scholarship (Minority), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
11 |
Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil. and PhD Students (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
12 |
Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (NTDNT), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
13 |
Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (EBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
14 |
Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for Technical and Professional Courses (Minority), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
15 |
Instrumental Assistance for Medical, Engineering, Diploma Students (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
16 |
Higher Education Scheme, Gujarat |
Government of Gujarat |
|
17 |
Scholarships to SC Students for ITI/Professional Studies, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
18 |
Post Matric Scholarship for SC Girl Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
19 |
Umbrella Scheme for Education of ST Students Post-Matric Scholarship, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
20 |
Fellowship Scheme, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
21 |
Research Scholarship, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
22 |
Swami Vivekanand Stipend Scheme for ITI Courses, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
23 |
Scholarship for the Students of Government Colleges, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
24 |
War Concession Scheme, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
25 |
EBC Fees Exemption Scheme, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Gujarat |
|
26 |
Instrumental Help to SC Students (Medical, Engineering, Diploma Courses), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
27 |
Post Matric Scholarship of Government of India for the OBC Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
28 |
Fellowship Scheme for M.Phil & Ph.D. (SC) Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
29 |
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Girl Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
30 |
Scholarship for Students Studying at Dr. Ambedkar or Indira Gandhi Open University (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
31 |
Food Bill Assistance in College Attached Hostels, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
32 |
Higher Secondary Scholarship (SEBC), Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
33 |
Instrumental Assistance for First-year Students of Medical/Engineering/Diploma Courses, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
|
34 |
Special Scholarship for Boys and Girls Students, Gujarat |
Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Gujarat |
List of scholarships funded by the Government of Rajasthan
Are you a permanent resident of Rajasthan? Your state government provides several scholarships to Rajasthan students via various departments and ministries. Check this comprehensive list of the scholarships provided by the Rajasthan government.
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
|
1 |
Post-Matric & CM Scholarship, Rajasthan |
Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan |
|
2 |
Dr. Ambedkar Post Matric Scholarship for EBC Students, Rajasthan |
Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan |
|
3 |
Post Matric Scholarship for SBC Students, Rajasthan |
Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan |
|
4 |
Ambedkar International Scholarship Scheme for SC Students, Rajasthan |
Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan |
|
5 |
Ambedkar Fellowship Scheme for SC Students, Rajasthan |
Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan |
|
6 |
Chief Minister’s Higher Education Scholarship Scheme, Rajasthan |
Department of College Education, Government of Rajasthan |
|
7 |
Rajasthan Yuva Vikas Prerak Internship Program (RYVP) |
Government of Rajasthan |
List of scholarships funded by the Government of Madhya Pradesh
The Madhya Pradesh state government offers generous scholarships to the permanent residents of the state in the form of various financial incentives. If you’re a student residing in MP and seeking scholarship support to continue your education, check the table given below.
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
|
1 |
Post-metric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students, Madhya Pradesh |
Department of Technical Education & Skill Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh |
|
2 |
Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana (MMVY), Madhya Pradesh |
Department of Technical Education & Skill Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh |
|
3 |
Mukhya Mantri Jan Kalyan Yojana (MMJKY), Madhya Pradesh |
Department of Technical Education & Skill Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh |
|
4 |
Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students, Madhya Pradesh |
Department of Technical Education & Skill Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh |
|
5 |
Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for ST Students, Madhya Pradesh |
Department of Technical Education & Skill Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh |
|
6 |
Model Higher Secondary Schools and Girls Education Complex Scholarship Scheme, Madhya Pradesh |
Department of Technical Education & Skill Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh |
List of scholarships funded by the Delhi government
Delhi – being the capital region of the country – is home to people hailing from different states and Union Territories. The Delhi government runs various scholarship programmes for the residents of the state which includes merit-based scholarships, means-based scholarships and merit-cum-means based scholarships to students from various sections of the society. The scholarships are given in the form of financial assistance, loan waiver and reimbursements. Here’s the list of scholarships funded by the government of Delhi (NCT).
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
|
1 |
Reimbursement of Tuition Fee for SC/ST/OBC/Minority, Delhi |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
2 |
Financial Assistance to SC/ST/OBC/Minority |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
3 |
Merit Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/Minority Students (Class 1 to 12) |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
4 |
Reimbursement of Tuition Fee for SC/ST/OBC/Minorities |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Minority, Government of Delhi |
|
5 |
Merit Scholarship to SC/ST/OBC/Minority |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
6 |
Pre-matric Scholarship Scheme for OBC Students |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
7 |
Post-matric Scholarship for OBC Students |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
8 |
Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students, Delhi |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
9 |
Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students, Delhi |
Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC, Government of Delhi |
|
10 |
Financial Assistance to Educationally Backward Minority Students, Delhi |
Directorate of Education, Government of NCT of Delhi |
List of scholarships funded by the government of Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh is the largest state in India in terms of the total population. The state is also home to several prestigious educational institutions like the Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur, the Aligarh Muslim University, the Banaras Hindu University etc. To support the underprivileged and students belonging to backward sections, the Uttar Pradesh government runs several scholarship programmes.
They are listed below in the table.
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
|
1 |
Pre-matric Scholarship For ST/SC/General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
2 |
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship For ST/SC/General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
3 |
Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
4 |
Post matric Other State Scholarship for ST, SC, General Category, Uttar Pradesh |
Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
5 |
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh |
Minority Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
6 |
Post matric (Other Than Intermediate) Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh |
Minority Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
7 |
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for Minorities, Uttar Pradesh |
Minority Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
8 |
Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students, Uttar Pradesh |
Backward Class Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
9 |
Post matric Intermediate Scholarship for OBC Students, Uttar Pradesh |
Backward Class Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
|
10 |
Post matric (Other than Intermediate) Scholarship for OBC, Uttar Pradesh |
Backward Class Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
List of scholarships funded by the West Bengal government
Like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, West Bengal is yet another populous state with a large section of the population falling in the lower-middle-class category. The West Bengal government has come up with a series of initiatives to support the students hailing from these sections in realising their educational dreams. The below table lists down the scholarships funded by the West Bengal government.
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Serial No. |
Name of the Scholarship |
Scholarship Provider |
|
1 |
Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship for Minorities, West Bengal |
Government of West Bengal |
|
2 |
West Bengal Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST/OBC |
Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal |
|
3 |
West Bengal Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC ST Students |
Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal |
|
4 |
The Hindi Scholarship Scheme |
Department of Higher Education, Science and Technology and Biotechnology, Government of West Bengal |