Scholarships in Karnataka 2026
Find the latest and most comprehensive list of Karnataka state scholarships. Currently, we have 27 verified opportunities available for students from Karnataka.
Total Available
27
Verified schemes
Max Amount
₹3,000,000
Per academic year
Open Now
13
Active schemes
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Active Karnataka Scholarships
Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka)
Department of Backward Classes Welfare, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.5L • OBC • Karnataka
Incentive for SSLC & 2nd PUC Students - Minorities (Karnataka)
Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Minority, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi • Karnataka
National Overseas Scholarship for Minority Communities (Karnataka)
Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹16.0L • Minority, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi • Karnataka
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka)
Department of Backward Classes Welfare, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.5L • OBC • Karnataka
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Karnataka)
Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.5L • SC • Karnataka
Samagra Shikshana Karnataka Fellowship
Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, All • Karnataka
Research Guidance PhD Fellowship for Backward Classes (Karnataka)
Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹4.5L • OBC, BC, Category 1, Category 2A, Category 3A, Category 3B • Karnataka
MPhil/PhD Fellowship for Minority Students (Karnataka)
Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹8.0L • Minority, Muslim, Christian, Jain, Buddhist, Sikh, Parsi • Karnataka
Bhagya Lakshmi Scheme (Karnataka)
Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹1.5L • General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS • Karnataka
CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi - Farmer's Children Scholarship (Karnataka)
Agriculture Department, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, All • Karnataka
Labour Department Scheme for Unorganized Workers' Children (Karnataka)
Karnataka Labour Welfare Board, Government of Karnataka
Eligibility: Income < ₹4.2L • General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, All • Karnataka
VTU Jnana Yaana Doctoral Fellowship (JYDF)
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Eligibility: General, OBC, SC, ST • Karnataka
VTU SC/ST Welfare Scheme (SCSP/TSP)
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Eligibility: Income < ₹2.5L • SC, ST • Karnataka
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for Karnataka state scholarships?
Generally, these scholarships are for students who are permanent residents (domicile) of Karnataka. Some schemes may also require you to be studying within the state.
What is the common deadline?
Deadlines vary by scheme. Most government scholarships open between July and September. Always check the "Last Verified" date on our listing.
Which documents are mandatory?
Mandatory documents usually include: 1. Aadhaar Card, 2. Karnataka Domicile Certificate, 3. Income Certificate, and 4. Previous year marksheets.
How to apply?
Click on the scholarship to view the official portal link. Most Karnataka scholarships are applied through state portals or NSP.