Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Karnataka)
Government of Karnataka · Karnataka
| Scheme Name | Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (Karnataka) |
| Provided By | Government of Karnataka |
| Eligibility Summary | Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards including PUC, ITI, Diploma, General Degree, Professional/Technical Courses, UG, PG). NOT applicable for correspondence/distance learning or certificate/training programs. · Minority Communities: Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi (Zoroastrian) · Karnataka residents · Family income up to ₹2 Lakh/year |
There are multiple versions of this scheme — check if one of these fits you better:
About the Program
The Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities in Karnataka provides financial assistance to students from minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi) pursuing education after Class 10. This scholarship has two components: PMS (Post-Matric Scholarship) for general courses with income limit Rs 2 lakh, and MCM (Merit-Cum-Means) for professional/technical courses with income limit Rs 2.5 lakh. Students must apply through BOTH National Scholarship Portal (NSP) first, then State Scholarship Portal (SSP). Karnataka domicile students studying outside the state are also eligible.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹22k+
The scholarship includes full tuition fee reimbursement and a maintenance allowance. The maintenance allowance varies based on whether the student is a hosteller or day scholar, and their course level. For hostellers, it ranges from ₹230 to ₹1,200 per month, and for day scholars, from ₹160 to ₹550 per month, for a period of 10 months in an academic year. Specific annual maintenance allowances include ₹3,500-₹5,000 for Class XI-XII/PUC, ₹5,000-₹7,000 for Diploma/ITI/Polytechnic, ₹7,000-₹12,000 for Undergraduate (UG), and ₹10,000-₹20,000 for Postgraduate (PG)/Professional courses. The scholarship funds are directly transferred to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. It is mandatory for the bank account to be linked with Aadhaar and have NPCI mapping for smooth transactions.
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Fee Reimbursement:Complete reimbursement of tuition fees and admission fees
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Full payment of fees paid to recognized government or private institutions
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Maintenance Allowance - Varies by Level:Class XI-XII/PUC: Rs 3,500-5,000/year
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Diploma/ITI/Polytechnic:Rs 5,000-7,000/year
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Undergraduate (UG):Rs 7,000-12,000/year
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Postgraduate (PG)/Professional:Rs 10,000-20,000/year
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Hosteller vs Day Scholar:Higher rates for hosteller students
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Lower rates for day scholar students
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Duration:Benefits provided for 10 months in an academic year (not 12 months)
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PMS vs MCM Distinction:PMS (Post-Matric Scholarship): For PUC, general degree, diploma, ITI courses
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Income limit Rs 2 lakh
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MCM (Merit-Cum-Means):For professional/technical undergraduate and postgraduate courses
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Income limit Rs 2.5 lakh
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Higher maintenance allowance rates
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Direct Benefit Transfer:All amounts credited to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT with NPCI mapping
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Family Limit:Maximum two children per family eligible across all Ministry of Minority Affairs scholarships
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NOT Eligible For:Correspondence or distance learning courses
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Certificate or training programs
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Students receiving other central government-funded scholarships.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards including PUC, ITI, Diploma, General Degree, Professional/Technical Courses, UG, PG). NOT applicable for correspondence/distance learning or certificate/training programs. |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | Minority Communities: Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi (Zoroastrian) |
| Domicile State | Karnataka |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Minority Community Certificate (Muslim/Christian/Sikh/Buddhist/Jain/Parsi)
- ✓Income Certificate (PMS: <= Rs 2 lakh OR MCM: <= Rs 2.5 lakh)
- ✓Previous year/semester mark sheets (>= 50% marks)
- ✓Admission receipt/fee receipt
- ✓Aadhaar card
- ✓Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-linked with NPCI mapping)
- ✓Domicile certificate (Karnataka residency proof)
- ✓Identity card issued by institution
- ✓SSLC and PUC mark sheets
- ✓All semester/year mark sheets and degree certificates (if applicable)
- ✓Copy of competitive exam result/scorecard (if applicable for admission)
- ✓NSP One Time Registration (OTR) Number - MANDATORY
- ✓For e-attestation: Original documents to be shown to e-attestation officer
Selection Process
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Candidates must be residents of Karnataka and belong to one of the notified religious minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi)
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Applicants must be studying in Class 11, 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or PhD levels at a recognized institution
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A minimum of 50% marks in the previous qualifying examination is required, and students must have passed in all subjects (no backlogs)
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The annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹2 lakh for Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) for general courses and ₹2.5 lakh for Merit-cum-Means (MCM) for professional/technical courses
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Students should possess an Aadhaar Card with a Karnataka address and not be availing any other state or central minority scholarship for the same course
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Selection is based on merit and economic backwardness, with applications undergoing verification by the institution and the concerned department.
Renewal Policy
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Students whose scholarship applications were approved in the previous academic year (e.g., 2024-25) may have their scholarships automatically renewed, provided they maintain eligibility criteria
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To renew, students generally need to log in to the SSP portal and furnish the required updated data
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A key condition for renewal is maintaining a minimum of 50% marks in the previous semesters or qualifying examinations.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online (Two Portals). Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit NSP
Go to the official National Scholarship Portal: `https://scholarships.gov.in/`.
- 2New Registration (OTR)
Click on 'New Registration'. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using your Aadhaar number, mobile number (for OTP), and Karnataka address. Ensure your Aadhaar biometrics are unlocked if using face authentication for OTR. This process will generate a unique NSP ID.
- 3Login & Apply
Log in to the NSP using your generated credentials. Select the 'Minority Post-Matric Scholarship' scheme and choose Karnataka as your state.
- 4Fill Application Form
Accurately fill in all personal, academic, minority community, and family income details.
- 5Upload Documents
Upload necessary documents such as your minority community certificate, income certificate, previous year's mark sheet, bonafide certificate, fee receipt, and bank passbook.
- 6Submit NSP Application
Review your application for accuracy and submit it. Make sure to note down your NSP Application ID, as it is mandatory for the SSP application. Part 2: State Scholarship Portal (SSP) Application
- 7Visit SSP
Go to the official State Scholarship Portal for Post-Matric scholarships: `https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in/`.
- 8Create Account
Click on 'Create Account' or the registration link. Register using your Aadhaar number, email, and mobile number. * Kutumba ID: Ensure your family is registered in the KUTUMBA software. You can check your Kutumba ID at `https://kutumba-services.karnataka.gov.in/KutumbaServices`.
- 9Login to SSP
Log in to the SSP portal using the User ID sent to your mobile number.
- 10Select Department
From the scholarship options, select the "Minority Welfare Department".
- 11Enter NSP ID
Crucially, enter your NSP Application ID obtained from the National Scholarship Portal.
- 12Fill Details
Complete the application form by providing accurate personal, academic, and family details. * Certificates: Provide the 15-digit RD numbers for your caste and income certificates. You typically do not need to upload these certificates on SSP, only their RD numbers. * Academic Info: Enter your SSLC registration number, University/College Registration Number, and details if you are staying in a hostel.
- 13Aadhaar-Bank Linkage
Ensure your Aadhaar number is linked with your bank account for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). This bank account must also have NPCI mapping.
- 14Review & Submit
Carefully review your entire application on SSP. Submit it before the specified deadline.
- 15Track Status
After submission, you can track your application and payment status using the 'Track Scholarship Status' option on your SSP dashboard. The institution verifies the application, followed by approval from KMDCL, with DBT usually occurring within 60-90 days.
Common Questions (FAQs)
How is the scholarship amount determined and disbursed, and what does it cover?
The scholarship covers full tuition fee reimbursement along with a monthly maintenance allowance. The maintenance allowance varies, with higher rates for hostellers (₹230-₹1,200/month) compared to day scholars (₹160-₹550/month), paid for 10 months of the academic year. The total amount, including fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance, is directly credited to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), provided the account has NPCI mapping.
What are the primary eligibility criteria for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities?
To be eligible, students must be permanent residents of Karnataka and belong to one of the six notified minority communities (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi). They need to be studying in Class 11 or higher, up to PhD level, at a recognized institution. A minimum of 50% marks in the previous qualifying examination is required, with no backlogs. The annual family income should not exceed ₹2 lakh for general courses or ₹2.5 lakh for professional/technical courses.
Do I need to apply on both National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and State Scholarship Portal (SSP), and how do I renew the scholarship?
Yes, for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities, it is mandatory to first register and apply on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) to obtain a unique NSP ID, and then complete the application on the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal (SSP), quoting the NSP ID. Renewal of the scholarship is generally possible if you maintain the eligibility criteria, including scoring at least 50% marks in the previous academic year. Students who received the scholarship in the prior year can often renew it by logging into the SSP portal and updating the necessary information.
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