There are various schemes for free education in Maharashtra like Shikshan Silk Shishyavrutti Scheme , Mahadbt scholarship, State govt open merit scholarships. To avail the benefits, following criteria must be fulfilled.

1. You must be a resident of Maharashtra.

2. You must belong to OBC, VJNT or SC category.

3. You must be studying in government, government - aided,or private non- aided institute.

4. Your annual family income should be less than or equal to 8 lakh .

Also govt have announced Majhi Ladki Bahin Scheme i in state budget for girls belonging to EWS.