Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra
Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra, based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, has 1 opportunity for children on WiWit, checked before listing.
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Opportunities from Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra
Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship
by Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra
Maharashtra government merit scholarship of Rs.300 per month for SC students in Class 11 and 12 who scored 75% or more in the SSC examination.
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About
The Social Justice and Special Assistance Department is a department of the Government of Maharashtra responsible for the educational, economic and social development of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Vimukta Jatis, Nomadic Tribes, Special Backward Classes and Other Backward Classes within the state. The department designs and administers welfare schemes, post-matric and merit scholarships, hostels, freeship programmes and skill development support to improve access to quality education and economic opportunities for these communities. The department operates the Maharashtra Direct Benefit Transfer (MahaDBT) portal, through which eligible students apply online for state-funded scholarships and the disbursement is made directly to beneficiary bank accounts. Schemes administered include merit and need-based scholarships for school and higher education students from reserved categories, including the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship, post-matric scholarships for SC students and freeship programmes for technical and professional courses. The department coordinates with the District Social Welfare Offices across Maharashtra for verification, sanctioning and grievance redressal of scholarship applications.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship
- Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students
- Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship
- Freeship for SC Students
- Mukhyamantri Tirth Darshan Yojana
- Homes for Intellectually Impaired Persons
- Merit Awards for Disabled Students
- Post-Matric Scholarship for VJNT Students
- Scheme of State Award for Disabled
- Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme
- State Post-matric Scholarship for Disabled
- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Swadhar Yojana
- Ramai Awas (Gharkul) Yojana
Achievements
- Successfully administered post-matric scholarship schemes for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Other Backward Classes students, facilitating higher education access.
- Recognized for leadership in infrastructure development, foreign investment, and social justice initiatives within the state.
Leadership
- Shri. Sanjay Shirsat, Hon'ble Minister, Social Justice (Government of Maharashtra)
- Shri. Dr. Harshadeep Kamble (IAS), Principal Secretary (Government of Maharashtra)
Frequently asked questions
- What does Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra offer for children?
- Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra has 1 opportunity for children listed on WiWit, each checked before listing. Every listing above shows who is eligible, the key dates, and the fee, so you can see what fits your child.
- Where does my child apply for Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra opportunities?
- On Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra's own website. WiWit is a free, independent directory that helps you discover and compare opportunities; your child registers or applies with Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra directly, never on WiWit.
- Has WiWit checked Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra?
- Yes. WiWit checked Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra's identity and registration, along with contact details and location details. Its opportunities are each checked against Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra's official source before they are listed.
- Where is Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra based?
- Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Each of its listings shows whether the opportunity runs online or in person, so you can check what works for your child.
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Quick Facts
- Type
- Government program
- Founded
- 2001
- Opportunities
- 1 on WiWit
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