Post-Matric Scholarship for EWS/General Category (Karnataka) Selection Process 2026
How Candidates are Selected
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.
Verification Flow
Institute Nodal Officer Verification
Your college/school checks your bonafide status, fees paid, and marks cards against the database.
District Welfare Officer / State Board Sanction
The state/central department approves the budget release for verified records based on category quotas.
Fund Disbursement via DBT
The bank issues direct fund credits to Aadhaar-seeded accounts using treasury payment systems.
FAQs for Post-Matric Scholarship for EWS/General Category (Karnataka)
Q.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.
Q.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.
Q.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.