Post-Matric Scholarship for EWS/General Category (Karnataka)
Government of Karnataka · Karnataka
Amount
₹15k+
Deadline
30 Nov
Status
Open now
Provider Type
Government
Application Mode
Online
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
The Post-Matric Scholarship for EWS/General Category students in Karnataka provides financial assistance to economically weaker students from general category who don't fall under SC/ST/OBC/Minority reservations. This includes special provisions for children of defense personnel (with higher income limit Rs 10 lakh), children of unorganized workers (auto drivers, laborers), and Brahmin community students through separate board. Income limits and benefits vary by specific sub-category and department. Students must be permanent Karnataka residents with minimum 50% marks.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹15k+
Provides a maintenance allowance ranging from ₹2,500 to ₹15,000 per year, and partial to full tuition fee reimbursement (up to ₹1 lakh for professional merit students under specific boards). Disbursed directly to Aadhaar-seeded accounts via DBT.
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Fee Reimbursement:Partial to full tuition fee reimbursement depending on: Specific sub-category (defense/unorganized worker/general EWS/Brahmin)
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Department administering the scheme
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Course type and level
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Income bracket
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Maintenance Allowance:Rs 2,500 to Rs 10,000 per year (estimated - varies significantly by scheme)
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Day scholar vs hosteller rates may differ
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Defense Personnel Children Benefits (Special Category): For SC/ST children of defense personnel ONLY
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Parents must be in Army, Navy, or Airforce
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Rank:JCO (Junior Commissioned Officer), NCO (Non-Commissioned Officer), or Lower ranks
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Higher income limit:Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh (unique provision)
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Partial fee support for technical/professional courses
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Unorganized Workers' Children Benefits:Special priority in selection
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Relaxed income certificate requirements
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Covers children of:Auto drivers, Daily wage laborers, Construction workers, Other unorganized sector workers
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Brahmin Development Board Scheme:Separate scheme for Brahmin community students
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Income limit:Up to Rs 8 lakh per year
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No income restriction for certain categories (verify on portal)
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Minimum 50% marks required
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Direct Benefit Transfer:All scholarship amounts credited to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts
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Department-Specific:Different departments (Social Welfare, Labour, Brahmin Board, AYUSH, etc.) have varying benefit structures.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards)
- Course / stream: Relevant courses
- Minimum marks: 50%
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General Category - Economically Weaker Section (EWS). Includes: Children of defense personnel (SC/ST parents in Army/Navy/Airforce, JCO/NCO/Lower ranks). Children of unorganized workers (auto drivers, daily wage laborers, construction workers, etc.). General category students with low income. Brahmin community students (separate scheme under Brahmin Development Board - verify).
- Domicile: Karnataka
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Income Certificate (range Rs 2.5-10 lakh depending on category)
- —Mark sheets (minimum 50% marks)
- —Admission receipt/fee receipt
- —Aadhaar card
- —Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- —Domicile certificate/Karnataka residency proof
- —For Defense Category: SC/ST caste certificate of parent + Defense service certificate (Army/Navy/Airforce proof
- —rank proof - JCO/NCO/Lower)
- —For Unorganized Workers: Parent occupation certificate/proof (auto driver license
- —labor card
- —construction worker registration
- —etc.)
- —For Brahmin Category: Brahmin community certificate
- —Academic records from institution
- —Other documents as specified by specific department/scheme
Selection Process
Selection is based on General category candidates holding an Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate, with a family income ceiling (less than ₹8 lakh, e.g. for Brahmin Development Board programs), and a minimum of 50% marks in the previous qualifying exam.
Renewal Policy
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Renewal requires annual application on the SSP portal using existing login/KUTUMBA credentials
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The student must have passed the previous year's exams, maintain regular attendance, and present verified academic records.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Create SSP Account - Visit https
//ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in. Click 'Create New Account'. Enter Aadhaar number, name, mobile, email. Verify OTP. Link Aadhaar with bank account.
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Select Appropriate Department/Scheme - Log in to SSP portal. Click 'Apply for Post-Matric Scholarship'. Select the appropriate department: For Defense: Department of Technical Education or Social Welfare (verify). For Unorganized Workers: Labour Department. For Brahmin: Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board. For General EWS: Social Welfare or other relevant department. Select the specific EWS sub-scheme matching your category.
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Fill Application Form - Enter personal details (name, DOB, gender, contact). Fill academic information (course, institution, previous marks >= 50%). Provide family details (parent name, occupation, income). Enter income details (appropriate bracket for your category). For Defense: Enter parent's defense service details (force, rank, service number). For Unorganized Workers: Enter parent occupation specifics. Enter bank account details (Aadhaar-linked). Confirm Karnataka domicile status.
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Upload Documents - Upload income certificate (appropriate range for category). Upload mark sheets (>= 50% marks). Upload admission receipt and fee details. Upload Aadhaar card and bank passbook. Upload category-specific documents: Defense: SC/ST certificate + Defense service certificate + Rank proof. Unorganized Workers: Occupation proof (auto license/labor card/etc.). Brahmin: Community certificate. Upload domicile certificate.
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Submit Application - Preview application. Verify all details, especially category selection. Check declaration box. Click 'Final Submit'. Download acknowledgment slip and note Application ID.
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Institutional Verification - Submit acknowledgment to college office. College principal/head verifies application. Track verification status online.
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Track Status - Log in regularly to check status. Monitor for approval and payment updates.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
30 November 2026
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What is the maximum income limit for EWS/General category scholarships in Karnataka?
The annual family income ceiling is typically ₹8,00,000, aligning with EWS criteria, although specific departmental boards might specify lower limits.
Which community-specific boards offer EWS scholarships under this portal?
Specific boards like the Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board administer EWS/General scholarships (such as the Sandipani Scholarship) via the SSP portal.
Can General/EWS students get professional course fee reimbursement?
Yes, students admitted under merit quotas (like KCET or NEET) in professional courses can get partial to full tuition fee reimbursement depending on the specific board's guidelines.
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