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Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards To The Vjnt Students Who Came First In State Or First In Board Of 10th And 12th Standard Examination

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Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards To The Vjnt Students Who Came First In State Or First In Board Of 10th And 12th Standard Examination
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Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards to the VJNT students who came First in State or First in Board of 10th and 12th Standard Examination Scheme Announced by Government Of Maharashtra to Scheme to motivate VJNT students for Higher Education.

Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards to the VJNT students who came First in State or First in the Board of 10th and 12th Standard Examination Scheme Announced by the Government Of Maharashtra to Scheme to motivate VJNT students for Higher Education.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameVasantrao Naik Merit Awards To The Vjnt Students Who Came First In State Or First In Board Of 10th And 12th Standard Examination (Vnmatv)
Launched bySocial Justice and Special Assistance Department
Benefit typeIn kind (goods, services or support, not cash)
CategoryEducation
Level / StateState ยท Maharashtra
Official portalmahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in (link at the end of this page)

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOnline
Last dateOngoing (no last date notified)

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐Ÿท๏ธOBC
  • ๐Ÿ“Online

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

  1. Award of Rs. 1,00,000 trophy and Certificate for one Boy and one Girl Student who came First in State in the Senior Secondary School (SSC) Exam.
  2. Award of Rs. 51,000 trophy and Certificate for one Boy and one Girl Student who came First in each Board in the Senior Secondary School (SSC) Exam.
  3. Award of Rs. 1,00,000 trophy and Certificate for one Boy and one Girl Student who came First in State in Higher Secondary Schools (HSC) Exam.
  4. Award of Rs. 51,000 trophy and Certificate for one Boy and one Girl Student who came First in each Board in the Higher Secondary Schools (HSC) Exam.

Who qualifies

  1. The students should belong to the VJNT category.
  2. The student should be First in State, or First in Board Examination of 10th or 12th.standard.
  3. First Boy and First Girl Students who stood first in state and board both are eligible for Award.

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Registration walkthrough

Online

Step 1: Visit the official websitehttps://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in/login/login

Step 2: Click on "New Applicant Registration". Register using your Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID. Create a Username and Password. Your Mobile Number and Email ID will be verified via OTP.

Note: The username should contain only alphabets and numbers. The username should be greater than 4 characters and less than 15 characters.

Note: Password Length should be a minimum of 8 characters and a maximum of 20 characters. Password must contain at least 1 UpperCase Alphabet, 1 Lowercase Alphabet, 1 Number, and 1 Special Character.

Step 3: Now visit to Login Page and log in using your Username and Password.

You will be directed to Home Page. In the left pane, click "Aadhaar Bank Link" to link your Aadhaar with your Bank Account.

Step 4: In the left pane, click "Profile". Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the mandatory documents (Personal Details, Address Information, Other Information, Qualifications). Click "Save".

Step 5: In the left pane, click "All Schemes". A list of schemes will appear. Click on "Savitribai Phule Scholarship".

Step 6: Fill in all the additional information and upload the mandatory documents. Click "Submit" to submit your application. A pop-up will appear, displaying your Application ID. Save the Application ID for future reference. Click "OK".

Optional: You can track the status of your application (Under Scrutiny / Approved / Rejected / Fund Disbursed) by clicking on "My Applied Scheme History" in the left pane.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards?

The Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards are prestigious awards given to VJNT students who secure the first rank in the state or board examinations of the 10th and 12th standards in Maharashtra, India. These awards aim to recognize and encourage academic excellence among VJNT students.

Who is eligible for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards?

VJNT students who achieve the first rank in the state or board examinations of the 10th and 12th standards conducted by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education are eligible for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards.

How can eligible VJNT students apply for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards?

The process for applying for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards may vary. Typically, eligible students are required to submit an application along with relevant documents such as mark sheets, caste certificate, and identification proof to the respective educational authority or institution responsible for administering the awards.

What are the benefits of receiving the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards?

The Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards carry several benefits, which may include financial assistance in the form of a cash prize, a certificate of merit, and recognition of academic achievement. These awards can also contribute to building a strong academic profile and enhancing future educational and career opportunities.

Is there any deadline for applying for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards?

The deadline for applying for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards is typically specified by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education. It is important for eligible students to be aware of the application submission deadline and adhere to it to be considered for the awards.

Are there any specific documents required for applying for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards?

Common documents required for applying for the Vasantrao Naik Merit Awards may include mark sheets or scorecards of the respective state or board examinations, caste certificate, identification proof, and any other documents specified by the educational authority responsible for administering the awards.

Can a student receive the Vasantrao Naik Merit Award more than once?

Yes, a student can receive the Vasantrao Naik Merit Award more than once if they secure the first rank in the state or board examinations of the 10th and 12th standards on multiple occasions. Each year, new recipients are selected based on their academic performance.

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