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Science

Over 2.40 Lakh Students From Drought-Hit Talukas Submit Exam Forms Without Fees Under Zero-Challan Facility

Reported by The Free Press Journal 24 Oct 2026, 2:00 am IST 1 min read

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Over 2.40 lakh students from drought-affected talukas in Maharashtra have submitted examination forms without paying fees under the state government's zero-challan facility, Minister Chandrakant Patil announced. Universities have implemented the waiver, while refunds are being processed for students who previously paid.

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Story file

Section: Science
Topics: Exams & results
Places: Maharashtra
First reported by: The Free Press Journal
Reporter: kalpesh mhamunkar
Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026, 2:00 am IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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