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Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026

Awarded by Government of Maharashtra

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

MastersPhD

Funding Type

Full Funding · Full tuition fees + Contingency allowance + Economy class return airfare + Other benefits

Eligible Courses

All subjects offered by the universities

Eligible Nationalities

Open to residents of Maharashtra, India

Can Be Taken At

Universities ranked within the top 200 globally

Provider

Government of Maharashtra

Last Verified On

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Overview

The Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme invites applications from eligible candidates for the academic year 2025–26 from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Neo‑Buddhist students for special studies abroad.

Eligibility Criteria for the Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad :

Applicants must:

  • Be from the Scheduled Caste / Neo-Buddhist category and a resident of Maharashtra.
  • Hold an Unconditional Offer Letter from a foreign institution ranked within the QS Top 200 at the time of application.
  • Meet age limits:
    • Up to 35 years for PG applicants
    • Up to 40 years for PhD applicants
  • Have a minimum of 55% in the relevant qualifying degree as specified for PG/PhD admission.
  • Have a family annual taxable income not exceeding ₹8,00,000.
  • Not have previously received a similar overseas scholarship from any State or Central government.
  • Be enrolled in a full-time course; executive/part-time/short executive courses are not eligible.
  • Accept that no extension of course duration will be permitted under this grant.

Value of the Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad :

  • Full tuition fee coverage is paid directly to the university.
  • Airfare/travel allowance to and from the host country.
  • Living expenses/contingency allowances annually.
  • Other allowances

Application Process:

  • Applications are made through the official portal.
  • Applicants must submit:
    • Proof of caste (caste certificate) and caste verification certificate
    • Maharashtra domicile/residence certificate
    • Academic mark sheets/certificates (SSC, HSC, UG degree, PG if applicable, transcripts)
    • Unconditional Offer Letter from the foreign university
    • English language/eligibility test scores (GRE / TOEFL / IELTS, etc.)
    • Family income proof for FY 2025–26 (Tahsildar/ITR/Form 16)
    • Passport copy, bank passbook first page, Aadhaar, PAN, and ration card
    • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
    • Medical fitness certificate.
Source : Government of Maharashtra
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How to Apply

1

Check Eligibility

Confirm that you meet the scholarship requirements

2

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents for your application

3

Submit Application

Apply through the official scholarship application process

4

Application Review

The scholarship provider evaluates eligible applications

5

Scholarship Decision

Selected applicants are informed about the final results

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Government of Maharashtra. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026 is Expired.
  • Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026 is offered to Masters, PhD degree.
  • Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026 is offered for All subjects offered by the universities.
  • Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026 is open for: Open to residents of Maharashtra, India.
  • Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026 is offered by Government of Maharashtra.
  • Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Foreign Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste boys and girls for special studies abroad 2026 covers Full Funding, Full tuition fees + Contingency allowance + Economy class return airfare + Other benefits.