The Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship is a financial assistance program for students who have successfully completed their Class 10 education from Government Vidhyaniketan institutions and are studying at the post-matric level. The scholarship is offered by the Directorate of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Maharashtra.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:
- Be a domicile of Maharashtra.
- Have passed Class 10 from a Government Vidhyaniketan institution.
- Have scored at least 60% marks in Class 10 board exams.
- Be studying at a recognized post-matric institution in Maharashtra.
Award
The scholarship amount is ₹100 per month. The scholarship is awarded for a period of 10 months, from July to April.
Application process
Applications for the Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship can be submitted online or offline. The online application form can be found on the DHE website. The offline application form can be obtained from the nearest DHE office.
The last date for submitting applications is 31 March 2024.
How to apply online
To apply online, students must follow these steps:
- Visit the DHE website.
- Click on the “Scholarships” tab.
- Click on the “Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship” link.
- Click on the “Apply Online” button.
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents.
- Submit the application form.
How to apply offline
To apply offline, students must follow these steps:
- Obtain the application form from the nearest DHE office.
- Fill out the application form and attach the required documents.
- Submit the application form to the DHE office.
Documents required
The following documents are required for the application:
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 10 board certificate
- Income certificate of the parent/guardian
- Proof of domicile of Maharashtra
- Photo ID of the student
Contact information
For more information, please contact the following:
- Directorate of Higher Education, Government of Maharashtra
- Address: 12, Nariman Point, Mumbai – 400 021
- Phone: 022-22042200
Conclusion
The Government Vidyaniketan Scholarship is a valuable opportunity for students who have studied at a Government Vidhyaniketan institution. The scholarship can help students to cover the cost of their education and pursue their academic goals.
