- be a domicile of Maharashtra
- be pursuing a professional or non-professional course approved by the Director of Higher Education (DHE) at a government or government-aided university/college
- have taken admission under the General or Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC) category
- have an annual family income of up to ₹ 8,00,000
The following applicants are ineligible to apply for this scheme:
- Students who are availing benefits of any scholarship or stipend.
- Students who have taken admission in distance learning, virtual learning, and part-time courses.
Note:-
- Applicants belonging to Maharashtra and Karnataka state border can apply for the scheme.
- The courses approved by the government/university/AICTE, PCI/COA/MCI/NCTE/ etc. are eligible under this scheme.