What you get
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.
How Much Shall Be The Maximum Amount Of Financial Assistance In Case There Is More Than One Beneficiary In The Family?
The maximum amount of financial assistance shall be [?]900/- per month in case there is more than one beneficiary in the family.
Can Only Families Who Are Below Poverty Line Apply To This Scheme?
Yes, in order to be eligible for this scheme, the family should be Below Poverty Line (BPL).
How Much Shall Be The Maximum Amount Of Financial Assistance In Case There Is Only One Beneficiary In The Family?
The maximum amount of financial assistance shall be [?]600/- per month in case there is only one beneficiary in the family.
Where Can I Find The Scheme Guidelines In Marathi?
Yes, you can find the Marathi version of the Scheme Guidelines at this link - | https://static.s3waas.gov.in/s3db85e2590b6109813dafa101ceb2faeb/uploads/2018/03/2018030785.pdf
Can Orphan Children Also Apply?
Yes, Orphan Children can also apply to this scheme.
What Is The Full Form Of BPL?
The full form of BPL is "Below Poverty Line".
Can The Women Who Are Not Divorced But Are In The Process Of Divorce Also Apply?
Yes, women who are not divorced but are in the process of divorce also apply to this scheme.
Does This Scheme Accept Applications From Transgenders?
Yes, Transgenders too can apply to this scheme.
My Husband Is Suffering From Sickle Cell Disease. Is He Eligible To Apply To This Scheme?
Yes, the scheme accepts applications from persons with Sickle Cell Disease.
Does This Scheme Accept Only Offlines Applications?
This scheme accepts offline as well as online applications.
From Where Can I Get The Hard Copy Of The Format Of The Application Form?
The hard copy of the format of the application form can be received from the Collector's Office / Tahsildar Sanjay Gandhi Yojana / Talathi Office.
What Is The URL Of The Official Portal Of Aaple Sarkar (Maha DBT)?
The URL of the Official Portal of Aaple Sarkar (Maha DBT) is: https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/
What Is The Hindi Translation Of "Aaple Sarkar"?
The Hindi Translation of "Aaple Sarkar" is "Aapki Sarkar".
Where Can I Find The Registration Manual For Online Application Through Aaple Sarkar (Maha DBT)?
The Registration Manual can be found at this link: https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/pdf/UM_AS_Reg.pdf
What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to encourage students with disability (SwDs) to complete their pre-matric education.
Can All Students From Maharashtra Apply To This Scheme?
Only students with disability (SwDs) who are domiciled in the state of Maharashtra can apply to this scheme.
How Will My Mobile Number And Email ID Be Verified?
The Mobile Number and Email ID of the applicant will be verified via One Time Password (OTP).
During The Registration On The 'Aaple Sarkar' Portal, What Are The Mandatory Details To Be Provided In The "Applicant Detail" Section?
In the "Applicant Detail" section, fill in the following mandatory fields: Salutation, Full Name(English), Full Name(Marathi), Father's Salutation, Father's Name (English), Father's Name(Marathi), Date of Birth, Age, Gender, Occupation.
During The Registration On The 'Aaple Sarkar' Portal, What Are The Mandatory Details To Be Provided In The "Applicant's Address" Section?
In the "Applicant's Address" section, fill in the following mandatory fields: Address (English), Address (Marathi), Street (English), Street (Marathi), Section (English), Section (Marathi), Building (English), Building (Marathi), Landmark (English), Landmark (Marathi), District, Taluka, Village, Pincode
During The Registration On The 'Aaple Sarkar' Portal, What Are The Mandatory Details To Be Provided In The "Mobile No. & Username Verification" Section?
In the "Mobile No. & Username Verification" section, fill in the following mandatory fields: 10-digit Mobile Number (to be verified via OTP), PAN No, User Name, Email ID (to be verified via OTP), Password, and Confirm Password.
What Should Be The File Size Of The Photograph To Be Uploaded?
The file size of the photograph that is to be uploaded should fall between 5 KB to 20 KB.
What Should Be The Format Of The Photograph To Be Uploaded?
The format of the photograph to be uploaded should be JPEG.
How Much Should Be The Width & Height Of The Photograph?
The width should be 160 pixels. The height should fall between 200 to 212 pixels.
What Documents Are Acceptable As Proof Of Identity For The Purpose Of Applying To This Scheme?
The following documents are acceptable as Proof of Identity: PAN Card, Voter ID Card (POI), Passport (POI), Aadhaar Card (POI), Driving License (POI), Government / Semi-Government ID, Proof MNREGA Job Card, RSBY Card.
What Documents Are Acceptable As Proof Of Address For The Purpose Of Applying To This Scheme?
The following documents are acceptable as Proof of Address: Ration Card Passport (POA), Aadhaar Card (POA), Driving License (POA), Voter ID Card (POA), Extracts of 7/12 and 8 A, Property Tax Receipt, Property Agreement Copy, Water Bill, Electricity Bill, Telephone Bill, Rent Receipt.
What Should Be The Format, And The File Size Of The Proof Of Identity, And The Proof Of Address Document?
The format should be JPEG/ PDF, and the file size should be between 75 KB to 256 KB.
Are Orthopedically Handicapped Persons Also Covered In This Scheme?
Yes, this scheme also covers Orthopedically Handicapped Persons.
Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Maharashtra, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?
Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra is a mandatory document for this scheme.
What Is The Full Form Of SJSA?
The full form of SJSA is "Social Justice & Special Assistance".
Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
Is There Any Application Fee?
No, the entire application process is entirely free of cost.
Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Etc Also Apply To This Scheme?
No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply.
Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Dept. Of Social Justice & Special Assistance?
The URL to the official website of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/
What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government Of Maharashtra?
The address of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is: 437, Shankar Sheth Rd, Police Colony, Swargate, Pune, Maharashtra 411042
Where Can I Find The Addresses Of The District Social Welfare Offices?
The addresses of the District Social Welfare Offices can be found at - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/contacts
Where Can I Post My Grievances Related To This Scheme?
You can post your grievances at the Grievance Redressal Portal by the Govt. of Maharashtra: https://grievances.maharashtra.gov.in/en