Amit Shinde from Latur passed his Class 10 with 67% — rural background, OBC category. He wanted to prepare for MHT-CET but online coaching costs ₹40,000. His teacher told him about Mahajyoti Tab Yojana. He applied online in 15 minutes. Two months later — a free tablet arrived. With it: 6GB internet per day and access to 18 months of JEE/NEET/MHT-CET coaching — all free.
Mahajyoti Tab Yojana 2026 is a Maharashtra government scheme run by Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Research and Training Institute (MAHAJYOTI). OBC, VJ, NT, and SBC category students who passed Class 10 and joined Class 11 Science get a free tablet + 6GB daily internet + complete coaching for JEE, NEET, and MHT-CET.
Last Date: May 30, 2026 — 14 days left.
Official Portal: 👉 mahajyoti.org.in Direct Registration: 👉 neet.mahajyoti.org.in/2026/mobile_verification.php
🔴 Urgent — ⏰ DEADLINE ALERT: Last Date to Apply: 30 May 2026 Sirf 13 din baaki! Apply karo: mahajyoti.org.in — no postal or offline applications accepted Portal: neet.mahajyoti.org.in/2026/mobile_verification.php
💡 Quick Answer: Scheme: Free tablet + 6GB/day internet + 18 months JEE/NEET/MHT-CET coaching Who: OBC, VJ-A, NT-B/C/D, SBC category students — Class 10 passed, Class 11 Science Marks: Urban 70%+ | Rural 60%+ (10th marks) Last Date: May 30, 2026 Apply: mahajyoti.org.in → Notice Board → JEE/NEET/MHT-CET Batch 2026-28
What You Get — 3 Benefits
1. Free Tablet (मोफत टॅब) A pre-loaded tablet with study material — completely free. No cost to student.
2. 6GB Internet per Day (दररोज 6GB इंटरनेट) Daily 6GB mobile data — enough for video lectures, online tests, and live classes.
3. 18 Months Free Online Coaching Full coaching for JEE / NEET / MHT-CET — 2026-28 batch. Video lectures, mock tests, doubt sessions — all included.
Market value: This coaching + tablet + data package costs ₹50,000–₹80,000 in private coaching centres. Mahajyoti provides it completely free to eligible students.
Eligibility (पात्रता)
Category (required):
- OBC (इतर मागास वर्ग) — 59% seats
- VJ-A (विमुक्त जाती – अ) — 10% seats
- NT-B (भटक्या जमाती – ब) — 8% seats
- NT-C (भटक्या जमाती – क) — 11% seats
- NT-D (भटक्या जमाती – ड) — 6% seats
- SBC (विशेष मागास प्रवर्ग) — 6% seats
Other conditions:
- Maharashtra permanent resident
- Non-creamy layer — income certificate required
- Passed Class 10 in 2026 (current year)
- Admitted to Class 11 Science stream
- Urban students: Minimum 70% in Class 10
- Rural students: Minimum 60% in Class 10
Reserved seats within these categories:
- Women: 30% seats reserved
- Divyang (differently abled): 4%
- Orphans: 1%
Documents Required
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Student’s Aadhaar |
| Class 10 Marksheet | Current year (2026) |
| Caste Certificate | OBC/VJ/NT/SBC from competent authority |
| Non-Creamy Layer Certificate | Current valid certificate |
| Domicile Certificate | Maharashtra resident proof |
| Class 11 Admission Proof | Science stream admission receipt |
| Bank Passbook | Student’s own account |
| Passport size photo | Recent |
| Disability/Orphan certificate | Only if applicable |
All documents must be clearly scanned — blurry documents = rejection. Use CamScanner or Adobe Scan app.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Online only — no offline applications
Step 1: Go to mahajyoti.org.in → click “Notice Board”
Step 2: Find “Application for JEE/NEET/MHT-CET — Batch 2026-28 Training” → click
Or direct link: neet.mahajyoti.org.in/2026/mobile_verification.php
Step 3: Enter your mobile number → OTP → verify
Step 4: Create login → fill application form:
- Personal details
- Category
- Class 10 details — school, board, marks, percentage
- Class 11 admission details
Step 5: Upload all documents (scanned, clear)
Step 6: Review application → click Submit
Step 7: Download Acknowledgement — save for records
After submission, a Merit List will be prepared based on Class 10 marks and category reservations. Selected students receive tablets.
Selection Process
Selection is merit-based — not first-come-first-served:
- Applications collected
- Category-wise merit list prepared (based on Class 10 % within category)
- Selected students notified
- Tablets distributed at district level
Higher Class 10 marks = better chance of selection within your category.
FAQs
Mahajyoti Tab Yojana 2026 last date kya hai? May 30, 2026 — 14 din baaki hain. mahajyoti.org.in par apply karein.
Kya SC/ST students eligible hain? Nahi — yeh scheme specifically OBC, VJ, NT, SBC ke liye hai. SC/ST students ke liye alag schemes hain.
Urban aur Rural marks requirement mein kya fark hai? Urban: minimum 70% in Class 10. Rural: minimum 60% in Class 10.
Kya offline application ho sakti hai? Nahi — online only. Postal ya direct office submission accepted nahi hogi.
Non-creamy layer certificate kahan se milega? Nearest Tahsil/SDM office se. Maharashtra mein MahaOnline ya Aaple Sarkar portal se bhi apply ho sakta hai.
Tablet kab milega? Merit list aane ke baad — district level distribution hogi. Exact date notification mein aayega.
Contact/Helpline: MAHAJYOTI Nagpur: 0712-2870120 / 0712-2870121
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | mahajyoti.org.in |
| Direct Registration | neet.mahajyoti.org.in/2026/mobile_verification.php |
| Notice Board | mahajyoti.org.in → Notice Board |
| Helpline | 0712-2870120 / 0712-2870121 |
Amit Shinde got selected. His tablet arrived in August. He used the 6GB daily data to watch NEET video lectures every evening — and cleared MHT-CET in 2027.
If you are an OBC/VJ/NT/SBC student who passed Class 10 in 2026 — apply now at mahajyoti.org.in. May 30 is the last date.
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Information based on mahajyoti.org.in official notifications. Dates and eligibility may change — verify at official portal before applying.