SRTMUN Waives Winter 2026 Exam Fee for Eligible Students from Drought-Hit Talukas; Last Date 7 October
Published 7 Oct 20262 min read3 Views
Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University (SRTMUN), Nanded, has announced an examination-fee waiver for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students from Maharashtra talukas officially declared drought-affected. Affiliated colleges must accept eligible Winter 2026 exam forms without fee until 7 October 2026.
The instruction is in a circular dated 1 October 2026. It is addressed to affiliated colleges, university campuses and sub-centres.
Action for students: The waiver is not automatic. Contact your college today. Eligibility and documents will be checked at college level.
Key details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded |
| Exam | Winter 2026 (UG and PG) |
| Circular date | 1 October 2026 |
| Last date to accept forms without fee | 7 October 2026 |
| Who benefits | Eligible students from talukas declared drought-affected by the Maharashtra Government |
| Where to apply | Your affiliated college / campus / sub-centre |
Who is eligible?
The circular covers students of UG and PG programmes studying in colleges located in, or belonging to, government-declared drought-affected talukas. As reported, eligibility conditions include:
- Family income up to ₹8 lakh [VERIFY against circular text]
- Residence and income proof, as prescribed
- A prescribed undertaking from the student
- No reimbursement of the same fee under any other government concession
The exact documents and undertaking format should be confirmed with your college. [VERIFY]
What students should do now
- Contact your college office or exam section today, since the stated last date is 7 October 2026.
- Carry residence and income proof and the undertaking.
- Submit your Winter 2026 exam form through the college without paying the fee.
- Keep copies of everything submitted.
What happens next
The circular says colleges will verify eligibility and documents. The circular also indicates that further guidance will follow once clear government orders are received. [VERIFY exact wording] Students should watch the university and college notice boards for updates, including any deadline change. [VERIFY]
Official circular
Official circular (SRTMUN): https://srtmun.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ICREUPGPFEESW26.pdf
University website: srtmun.ac.in