Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship
✓ Information verified — June 2026The "Rajarshri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship" is an initiative by the Maharashtra Government, specifically designed to encourage scheduled caste students to pursue higher secondary education. The scholarship aims to enhance the educational standards & competitiveness of students.
What You Get
- Financial scholarship to support higher secondary education
- Recognition and encouragement for meritorious SC students
- Assistance to reduce financial burden on families
- Support to improve overall educational standards
Who Can Apply
- Age: 13–20 years
- Residence: Maharashtra residents only
- Student must belong to Scheduled Caste category
- Student must be studying in higher secondary education (Class 11-12)
- Student must be a resident of Maharashtra
- Academic merit/performance criteria may apply
- Family income limits may apply (specific limits to be verified with official sources)
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. School/College Admission Certificate
- 3. Scheduled Caste Certificate
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Residential Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Maharashtra
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 13–20 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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