State Government SchemeVerified for 2026

Pre-Matric SC Students (Karnataka) Last Date & Deadlines 2026

Application Deadline

15 January 2026

Timeline Details & Extensions

Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.

  • Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
  • Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.

FAQs for Pre-Matric SC Students (Karnataka)

Q.What is the maximum family income limit to apply for the Pre-Matric SC Scholarship in Karnataka?

For SC students in Classes 1 to 8, the annual family income limit is ₹6 Lakh. For SC students in Classes 9 and 10, the income limit is ₹2.5 Lakh.

Q.How is the scholarship amount disbursed to the student?

The scholarship is disbursed directly to the student's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) using Aadhaar-based payment bridge. The bank account must be seeded with Aadhaar and NPCI mapped.

Q.Can a student study in a private unaided school apply for this scholarship?

No, this scholarship is typically available to SC students studying in government, government-aided, or recognized local body schools.