Pre-Matric ST Students (Karnataka)
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The previous application cycle (2025–26) closed on 15 January 2026. The upcoming 2026–27 cycle is expected to open soon. We will update the links here as soon as the official notification is released.
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Karnataka's Pre-Matric ST scholarship supports tribal community students in Classes 1-10 with tuition coverage and maintenance allowance, mirroring SC scheme structure with same income limits and benefits.
Benefits & Financial Support
Inclusions
Financial assistance structure identical to SC Pre-
Matric: state-funded for Classes 1-8 (₹6L income limit) and centrally-funded for Classes 9-10 (₹2.5L limit)
Day scholars receive ₹1,000-₹3,000 annually while hostellers get ₹7,000 for accommodation
Full tuition fee reimbursement provided
Scholarship disbursed via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account
Auto-renewal available for previous year beneficiaries
Administered by Tribal Welfare Department rather than Social Welfare Department.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Class 1 to Class 10
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Verification process managed by
Tribal
Welfare
Department:
(1) Online application submission through SSP portal
(2) School enrollment verification
(3) ST caste certificate validation by department
(4) Income certificate verification
(5) Aadhaar authentication and bank validation
(6) e-KYC completion
(7) Final approval by Tribal Welfare Department
(8) DBT disbursement to bank account
Auto-renewal for continuing beneficiaries from previous year without reapplication
All eligible ST students receive scholarship - not merit-based competition.
Renewal Policy
Annual renewal required but auto-processed for previous beneficiaries
Students must maintain 50% marks and continuous enrollment
No reapplication needed if already approved in previous year.
Application Process
(1) Obtain SATS ID from school or retrieve from https://sts.karnataka.gov.in/KMSID; (2) Visit https://ssp.karnataka.gov.in and select Pre-Matric section; (3) Create account using SATS ID, Aadhaar, mobile, and email; (4) Login with generated SSP ID and password; (5) Complete e-KYC with Aadhaar OTP verification; (6) Fill application form with personal, academic, and tribal category details; (7) Upload required documents (ST certificate, income certificate, marks card, etc.) in specified format; (8) Verify all details carefully before submission; (9) Submit application and save acknowledgment receipt; (10) Track status using 'Track Student Scholarship Status' with SATS ID
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
15 January 2026
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the difference from SC Pre-Matric scholarship?
Structure and benefits are nearly identical. Main difference is ST certificate required instead of SC certificate, and administered by Tribal Welfare Department instead of Social Welfare Department. Deadline may also differ slightly.
Q.Do tribal students have different income limits?
No, income limits are same as SC: ₹6 lakh for Classes 1-8 and ₹2.5 lakh for Classes 9-10.
Q.Is auto-renewal available for ST students?
Yes, students who received scholarship in 2024-25 will be auto-renewed for 2025-26 without reapplying.
Q.What documents prove ST status?
ST caste certificate issued by Revenue Department (Tahsildar or higher authority) is mandatory. Must be recent and valid.
Q.Can ST students studying outside Karnataka apply?
No, you must be studying in a recognized school within Karnataka to receive this state scholarship.
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