Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance gives hostel money support to students in Maharashtra from poor families, including children of marginal landholders and registered labourers, so they can complete their professional and technical courses without worrying about living costs. The scheme is run by the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) and applications for the current academic year are accepted online through the MahaDBT portal.
This state scheme helps students studying in government, government-aided, corporation and approved private unaided colleges across Maharashtra. The allowance is paid directly into the student's bank account for 10 months of an academic year, and the amount depends on the family income and the city where the college is located.
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance is a supportive scheme by the government of Maharashtra for students who stay in hostels while studying professional courses such as MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing and other health science courses. The main aim is to make sure money problems do not stop deserving students from reaching their career goals.
Students admitted under the OPEN (EBC and EWS) and SEBC category through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) can apply. The benefit is given only to those who have taken hostel admission, and in the case of a private hostel or paying guest arrangement, an agreement with the owner is required.
Because the scheme is handled through the MahaDBT portal, the whole application, document upload and payment process happens online. Once the details are verified, the allowance is transferred directly to the student's bank account, which keeps the process clear and easy.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Maharashtra |
| Category | Education and Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash (Direct Benefit Transfer) |
| Main Department | Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) |
| Application Mode | Online through MahaDBT portal |
Benefits
The allowance amount depends on the family income of the student and the location of the college. Colleges in MMRDA, PMRDA, Aurangabad City and Nagpur City get a higher amount, while colleges in other areas get a lower amount. The amounts are paid for 10 months of an academic year.
| Category of Beneficiary | MMRDA, PMRDA, Aurangabad, Nagpur | Other Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Child of registered labour or marginal landholder | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 |
| Family annual income up to ₹1 lakh | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 |
| Family annual income up to ₹8 lakhs (500 candidates per district on merit) | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 |
Eligibility
Students who meet the following conditions can apply for this allowance:
- The applicant should be an Indian national and a domicile of Maharashtra state, and should have taken admission under the OPEN (EBC and EWS) or SEBC category.
- The student should be admitted through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) in a professional or technical course, and should have taken hostel admission for the course.
- The family annual income should be up to ₹8 lakhs, or the parents should be marginal landholders or registered labourers, and the student should keep at least 50% attendance in the previous semester.
- Students from deemed universities or those admitted through management quota or institute level are not eligible, and there should not be a gap of two or more years during the course.
Application Process
The whole application is done online through the MahaDBT portal. Follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1 - Go to the official MahaDBT portal at MahaDBT college student portal and open the scheme page for Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Hostel Maintenance Allowance.
STEP 2 - Click on 'New Applicant Registration' and create an account using your mobile number, then confirm the OTP to finish the registration.
STEP 3 - Log in with your credentials and go to the 'Find Eligible Scheme' section, then select the department as 'Directorate of Medical Education and Research'.
STEP 4 - Fill in the application form, upload the required documents, and submit the application. After verification, the allowance is paid directly to your bank account.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before starting the application so that the process goes smoothly:
- Domicile certificate and Aadhar card of the student.
- Current year income certificate of parents, and HSC and SSC mark sheets for new applicants.
- Previous year's mark sheet, affidavit, and a proof letter for registered labourers or marginal landholders approved by the Tahsildar.
- Student's PAN card, father's PAN card, and mother's PAN card (optional).
References
View official scheme guidelines PDF
FAQ's
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Students who are Maharashtra domiciles, admitted under the OPEN (EBC and EWS) or SEBC category through CAP for professional courses, and whose family income is up to ₹8 lakhs or whose parents are marginal landholders or registered labourers are eligible.
What is the amount provided under this allowance?
The amount depends on the family income and the city of the college. It ranges from ₹8,000 to ₹30,000 for 10 months of an academic year.
Are private or deemed university students allowed to apply?
No, students from deemed universities or those admitted through management quota or institute level are not eligible for this scheme.
How often can I receive this allowance?
The allowance is paid once to cover hostel expenses for 10 months of an academic year, and it is transferred directly to the student's bank account.
What if I have had a gap in my education?
You can apply as long as your academic gap does not exceed two years during the duration of your course.