The maintenance allowance is a financial support scheme provided to V.J.N.T and SBC students pursuing professional courses and residing in hostels attached to professional colleges. It aims to assist these students with their living expenses during their education.

V.J.N.T and SBC students studying in professional courses, such as engineering, medicine, law, management, etc., and living in hostels attached to professional colleges are eligible for the maintenance allowance. Eligibility criteria may include proof of caste/category, income criteria, and enrollment in a recognized professional course.

The process for applying for the maintenance allowance may vary depending on the state or institution providing the scheme. Generally, eligible students are required to fill out an application form, provide supporting documents such as caste/category certificate, income certificate, proof of admission to a professional course, and hostel residence proof. The application is then submitted to the designated authority or institution.

The maintenance allowance typically covers expenses related to food, accommodation, books, stationery, and other essential living expenses. The specific amount and coverage may vary depending on the state or institution's guidelines and the financial resources available for the scheme.

The maintenance allowance is usually provided as a stipend or financial support rather than a scholarship. It aims to assist V.J.N.T and SBC students with their day-to-day living expenses while pursuing their professional courses.

The frequency of disbursement may vary depending on the state or institution's policies. In some cases, the maintenance allowance is disbursed on a monthly or quarterly basis. The specific disbursement schedule and mode of payment (such as direct bank transfer or cheque) are usually communicated to the eligible students.

The maintenance allowance may be subject to certain conditions or obligations set by the state or institution. These may include maintaining a minimum attendance or academic performance, adhering to the hostel rules and regulations, and providing periodic progress reports. It is important for students to familiarize themselves with the terms and conditions of the scheme.