What fees are covered under this scheme?

The scheme covers tuition, examination, library, laboratory, and playground fees.

Who is eligible for the tution scheme?

Students from VJNT/SBC categories attending recognised high schools are eligible.

Is there an income limit to apply for the scheme?

No, there is no income limit for eligibility.

How do schools apply for the scheme?

Schools submit a request to the District Social Welfare Officer.

What documents are required for application?

Aadhaar, caste, domicile, and income certificates, along with bank details, are needed.

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Tuition And Examination Fees For VJNT/SBC Students in High Schools

Alankar Mishra

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 7:04 AM

Tuition And Examination Fees For VJNT/SBC Students in High Schools

The Maharashtra Government has started a financial scheme for students from Vimukta Jati Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) and Special Backward Classes (SBC) in secondary schools. This govt scheme was introduced in 1970 and aims to remove the cost for the VJNT/SBC families and their children’s education.

Feature	Details
Scheme Name	Tuition and Examination Fees for VJNT/SBC Students
State	Maharashtra
Eligibility	Students from VJNT/SBC categories attending recognised high schools with no age/income limit
Fees Covered	Tuition, examination, library, laboratory, and playground fees
Application Process	Offline
Documents Required	Aadhaar, domicile certificate, caste certificate, income certificate, latest mark sheet, bank details

About

Tuition Waiver Scheme, Tuition Fees and Examination Fees to VJNT/SBC Students in High Schools is a governmental effort to relieve students of VJNT and SBC communities in Maharashtra regarding financial expenses related to education. This government scheme covers many other school expenses to cut the cost barrier for the students of such groups who wish to go for quality education.

Benefits

Maharashtra's Tuition Fees and Examination Fees Scheme for VJNT and SBC students reduces the financial pressure that the students may carry while continuing their education. This scheme tries to address the worries of students coming from below-poverty-line families and helps them pay the most basic fees so that there is no gap in their education.

Financial Assistance: Students have reimbursement for various expenses such as tuition fees, examination fees, laboratory fees, library fees, etc.
Inclusive Coverage: This applies to students in classes 1 to 10 who attend government-aided, private, or permanently unassisted schools.
Urban and Rural Aid: Education fees of ₹100 to ₹200 are provided depending on whether the student resides in urban or rural areas.

Eligibility Criteria

The criteria for the Tuition Fees and Examination Fees Scheme for VJNT & SBC students for repayment is designed in such a way that only eligible students from these backward classes will be able to get financial assistance for educational purposes. The govt scheme is inclusive, allowing a wide range of students to benefit, provided they meet the following conditions:

The student should be in a VJNT or SBC category.
There are no criteria for age or the source of income.
The student should be studying in any accredited high school.
Students are eligible even for failing once but are not allowed to fail two times.

Application Process

Tuition Fees and Examination Fees Scheme application process is easy and students can benefit from it through their educational institutions. Here is a particularly structured plan on how to apply:

Submission by School: The School Headmaster concerned submits a request to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) of the related Zillah Parishad.
For Mumbai City: Proposals should be given to Social Welfare in Mumbai to the Assistant Commissioner.

Documents Required

As part of the application for the Tuition Fees and Examination Fees Scheme, students will be required to submit certain documents. Such documents prove the eligibility of the student and assist in the necessary checking. They are properly listed below:

Aadhaar Card: For identity verification.
Domicile Certificate: address proof in Maharashtra.
Caste Certificate: Certification showing VJNT or SBC category from a Revenue Officer.
Income Certificate: Family income proof (if required).
Marksheet: Certificate of Advanced Education (Latest).
Bank Details: Bank account and IFSC code for the payment of fees.
Photograph: Most recent Passport-sized Photographs.

Conclusion

The Tuition and Examination Fees Scheme intended for VJNT/SBC students in Maharashtra indicates a forward-thinking step towards supporting education in its true sense since it assists the students belonging to these backward communities. Hence this govt scheme enhances the learning capabilities of many families whose sole focus is on the education of their children without any financial burdens.

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