Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Karnataka)
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About the Program
Detailed guide to the Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship for SC students. Learn about income ceilings, mandatory certificates, and online registration.
Benefits & Financial Support
The scholarship amount ranges from ₹2,500 to ₹13,500 per year depending on the student's course group (professional/non-professional) and category [1]. Funds are transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account linked with NPCI after e-attestation of documents by the college [1][3][11].
Inclusions
100% tuition and exam fee coverage.
Monthly maintenance allowance of ₹250 to ₹1,200 (DBT).
Important Note
Requires digital SC caste certificate and SATS ID.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI
Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Selection is based on the student belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community in Karnataka, pursuing post-matriculation education (beyond Class 10) in recognized institutions, and having a family annual income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh [1][3][7]
Applications are processed through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP) where eligibility is verified by the Social Welfare Department based on submitted caste and income certificates [1][2].
Renewal Policy
Renewal is mandatory annually and requires submitting updated academic proof (previous year's mark sheet) and valid income/caste certificates
The student must maintain a minimum of 50% marks in the previous examination to qualify for renewal [1][2][3].
Application Process
- 1
Visit the official SSP Post-Matric Portal at https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in/.
- 2
Click 'Create Account' and register using your Aadhaar number, SSLC registration number, mobile number, and email address [1][3].
- 3
Complete EKYC verification using Aadhaar OTP.
- 4
Login and select 'Apply for Post-Matric Scholarship'.
- 5
Fill in personal, academic, family income, and bank account details ensuring the bank account is Aadhaar-seeded [3][11].
- 6Upload required documents
Caste certificate, Income certificate, Fee receipt, Previous mark sheet, Bank passbook, and Photograph [3].
- 7
Submit the application and perform e-attestation with your college officer.
- 8
Download the acknowledgement and track your application status online on the portal [1][3][5].
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
30 November 2026
Applications typically open in July and close by late November.
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
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Common Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is the last date to apply for the 2025-26 SC Post-Matric Scholarship?▼
The deadline for SC students has been extended to February 28, 2026 [6]. For most other Post-Matric schemes, the general deadline was November 30, 2025, but SC students have this specific extension [1][6].
Q. How much money will I receive annually?▼
The annual amount varies between ₹2,500 and ₹13,500 depending on whether you are in a professional course (higher amount) or non-professional course (lower amount) [1].
Q. Will the scholarship money come to my bank account directly?▼
Yes, the scholarship is transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to your Aadhaar-seeded bank account linked with NPCI after your college verifies and e-attests your documents [1][3][11].
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IndiaScholarships.in attempts to provide accurate information manually curated from official sources. Scholarship details, timelines, and eligibility can change without notice as per the provider's discretion. Applying for a scholarship does not guarantee selection. Always verify all information on the official Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka website before final submission.
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