Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities - UDID (Karnataka)
🏛️ Government of Karnataka •📍 Karnataka
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The previous application cycle (2025–26) closed on 31 December 2025. 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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The Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities in Karnataka provides financial assistance to differently-abled students pursuing education after Class 10. Administered by the Department for the Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP), this scholarship requires students to possess a valid UDID (Unique Disability ID) card. The system automatically fetches disability type and percentage from the central UDID database. Students must be permanent Karnataka residents with minimum 50% marks in previous exam.
Benefits & Financial Support
Financial assistance towards tuition fee, maintenance allowance, and special allowances for PwD/UDID card holders under SSP Karnataka. Rates vary by educational level.
Inclusions
Fee Reimbursement:Tuition fee coverage - amount varies by course type
Admission fee reimbursement
Examination fee support where applicable
Maintenance Allowance:Estimated Rs 2,500 to Rs 13,500 per year (exact amount not clearly documented)
Varies based on:Disability type and severity
Disability percentage (fetched from UDID database)
Course level (PUC vs UG vs PG vs Professional)
Student type (day scholar vs hosteller - if hosteller provision exists)
UDID System Integration:Disability data auto-populated from central database when UDID number entered
Eliminates need for separate disability verification in most cases
Disability percentage automatically fetched
Disability type automatically populated
Cross-Caste Support:Available to disabled students across ALL caste categories: SC students with disability can apply
ST students with disability can apply
OBC students with disability can apply
Minority students with disability can apply
General category students with disability can apply
Direct Benefit Transfer:All amounts credited to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account
Extended Deadline:Longer application window (December 31) compared to other categories, recognizing additional documentation needs for disabled students.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
Direct Answer: To qualify for Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities - UDID (Karnataka), applicants must be enrolled in Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards including PUC, ITI, Diploma, UG, PG, Professional courses) (All categories (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General) - must possess valid Unique Disability ID (UDID) card issued by Department for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of India.). Family annual income must be within scheme parameters.
Educational Qualification
Post-Matric (Class 11 onwards including PUC, ITI, Diploma, UG, PG, Professional courses)
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Selection based on:UDID Validation: System verifies UDID number with central database (swavlambancard.gov.in)
UDID must be active and valid
Disability type and percentage cross-checked automatically
Students without valid UDID are ineligible
Eligibility Verification:Karnataka domicile status verified through certificates
Income verification (limit not clearly specified - likely <= Rs 2.5 lakh)
Caste verification if applicable (SC/ST/OBC/Minority with disability)
Academic Performance:Minimum 50% marks in previous examination mandatory
Academic progression and enrollment verified
Institutional Validation:Student enrollment in recognized Karnataka institution verified
College principal/head approval required
Academic records cross-checked
Document Verification:All uploaded documents validated
Aadhaar and bank account seeding verified
UDID card and disability certificate authenticity checked
Priority/Consideration:Differently-abled students across all caste categories eligible
Extended deadline (Dec 31) allows more time for disabled students to complete applications
Processing:Applications processed by Department for Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens, Government of Karnataka
Budget allocation for disability welfare determines approvals
Disbursement:Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account
Payment timeline typically February-July after final approval.
Renewal Policy
Yes - renewable annually
Renewal conditions:Maintain minimum 50% marks each year
Continue meeting income eligibility
UDID card must remain valid
Fresh application required each academic year through SSP portal.
How to Apply Online
Direct Answer: Applications for Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities - UDID (Karnataka) must be submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned mandatory certificates, 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 (mandatory for DBT).
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Fill Application Form - Log in to SSP portal. Click 'Apply for Post-Matric Scholarship'. Select 'Department for Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens' OR 'Disability Welfare Department'. Fill personal details (name, DOB, gender, contact). Answer domicile question: 'Are you a resident of Karnataka?' - Select YES.
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Enter UDID Information (CRITICAL STEP) - When prompted for disability information, select 'Yes' for 'Do you have disability?'. Enter your UDID number in the designated field. Click 'Get Data' or 'Fetch Details' button. System will automatically populate: Disability type (locomotor/visual/hearing/intellectual/etc.). Disability percentage (e.g., 40%, 60%, 80%). This data comes directly from central UDID database - verify it appears correctly.
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Complete Application - Fill academic information (course, institution, previous exam marks >= 50%). Enter family details (parent names, occupation, annual income). Enter bank account details (Aadhaar-linked account). Upload required documents (see 'Documents Needed' section). IMPORTANT: For hosteller status, select 'Hosteller' ONLY if living in government-run hostel. Private hostel/PG accommodation = Day Scholar.
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Submit Application - Preview application carefully. Verify UDID data auto-populated correctly. Verify all disability information is accurate. Check declaration checkbox. Click 'Final Submit'. Download acknowledgment slip and note Application Reference Number.
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Institutional Verification - Submit acknowledgment slip to your college/school office. Submit UDID card copy and other required documents to institution. College principal/head will verify application online. Track verification status in your SSP login.
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Track Application Status - Log in to SSP portal regularly. Check application status (Submitted/Under Verification/Approved/Rejected). If status shows 'Invalid Document', address issues immediately before deadline. Monitor payment status once approved.
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Direct Answer: Key documents required for application include UDID (Unique Disability ID) Card - MANDATORY, Disability Certificate (if separate from UDID), Previous year mark sheets (minimum 50% marks), Income Certificate (family income <= Rs 2.5 lakh estimated). Scans must be in PDF/JPEG format (under 200 KB).
Official Last Date & Timelines
Direct Answer: The official deadline for Post-Matric Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities - UDID (Karnataka) is 31 December 2025. Submit your application early to avoid last-minute portal server load.
Application Deadline
31 December 2025
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 required to apply?▼
Valid UDID card, Karnataka domicile, minimum 50% marks in previous exam, enrolled in post-matric course.
Q. Is there an income limit?▼
No Income Bar; applicable to all categories.
Q. How is the scholarship disbursed?▼
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank account.
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