Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Karnataka)
Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka · Karnataka
| Scheme Name | Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (Karnataka) |
| Provided By | Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
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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
₹14k+
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].
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100% tuition and exam fee coverage.
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Monthly maintenance allowance of ₹250 to ₹1,200 (DBT).
Note: Requires digital SC caste certificate and SATS ID.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, ITI |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC |
| Domicile State | Karnataka |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓* Caste and Income Certificate (Digital SC)
- ✓* SATS ID / College Registration details
- ✓* College Admission and Nodal approved fee structure
- ✓* Aadhaar Card & Aadhaar-seeded Bank Passbook
Selection Process
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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]
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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
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Renewal is mandatory annually and requires submitting updated academic proof (previous year's mark sheet) and valid income/caste certificates
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The student must maintain a minimum of 50% marks in the previous examination to qualify for renewal [1][2][3].
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
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Visit the official SSP Post-Matric Portal at https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in/.
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Click 'Create Account' and register using your Aadhaar number, SSLC registration number, mobile number, and email address [1][3].
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Complete EKYC verification using Aadhaar OTP.
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Login and select 'Apply for Post-Matric Scholarship'.
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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].
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Submit the application and perform e-attestation with your college officer.
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Download the acknowledgement and track your application status online on the portal [1][3][5].
Common Questions (FAQs)
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].
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].
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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