Pre-Matric ST Students (Karnataka)
Government of Karnataka · Karnataka
| Scheme Name | Pre-Matric ST Students (Karnataka) |
| Provided By | Government of Karnataka |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 1 to Class 10 · Scheduled Tribes (ST) · Karnataka residents · No income limit |
About the Program
Karnataka's Pre-Matric ST scholarship supports tribal community students in Classes 1-10 with tuition coverage and maintenance allowance, mirroring SC scheme structure with same income limits and benefits.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹6k+
The scholarship provides financial assistance ranging from approximately INR 1,000 to INR 13,500 annually, depending on the class, whether the student is a day scholar or hosteller, and specific components. Day scholars typically receive between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000 annually, while hostellers receive ₹7,000 annually for accommodation. Full tuition fee reimbursement is also provided. For students in Classes 9 and 10, the scholarship provides ₹225 per month for Day Scholars (₹2250 annually for 10 months) and ₹525 per month for Hostellers (₹5250 annually for 10 months), along with a books and ad-hoc grant of ₹750 per annum for day scholars and ₹1000 per annum for hostellers. The scholarship amount is disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system by the Government of Karnataka.
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Financial assistance structure identical to SC Pre-Matric: state-funded for Classes 1-8 (₹6L income limit) and centrally-funded for Classes 9-10 (₹2.5L limit)
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Day scholars receive ₹1,000-₹3,000 annually while hostellers get ₹7,000 for accommodation
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Full tuition fee reimbursement provided
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Scholarship disbursed via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account
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Auto-renewal available for previous year beneficiaries
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Administered by Tribal Welfare Department rather than Social Welfare Department.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 1 to Class 10 |
| Course / Stream | Relevant courses |
| Minimum Marks | 50% |
| Income Limit | No income bar |
| Category / Caste | Scheduled Tribes (ST) |
| Domicile State | Karnataka |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓(1) SATS ID (Student Achievement Track System ID)
- ✓(2) Aadhaar card linked to bank account
- ✓(3) ST caste certificate issued by Revenue Department
- ✓(4) Income certificate from Revenue Department
- ✓(5) Previous year marks card (not required for Class 1)
- ✓(6) Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-seeded and NPCI-mapped)
- ✓(7) Recent passport-size photograph
- ✓(8) School bonafide certificate
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on meeting specific eligibility criteria
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Applicants must be domiciled in Karnataka and belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category
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They must be pursuing studies in Classes 1 to 10
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The annual family income from all sources must be below ₹6,00,000 for students in Classes 1 to 8, and below ₹2,50,000 for students in Classes 9 and 10
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Students are generally required to have scored at least 50% marks in their previous qualifying examination, though this criterion is typically waived for students applying for Class 1
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The application is processed through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP).
Renewal Policy
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The scholarship can be renewed for the subsequent academic year, provided the student maintains a minimum of 50% marks in their previous examination
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An 'Auto Renewal' process may be considered for students whose applications were approved in the prior academic year
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However, students who did not apply or whose applications were not approved in the previous year must submit a fresh application.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Visit the Official Portal
Go to the State Scholarship Portal (SSP) website: `ssp.karnataka.gov.in`.
- 2Create an Account
Click on 'Register' or 'Create an Account' on the homepage. You will need to enter your 11-digit Student Achievement Tracking System (SATS) ID, Aadhaar number, name (as per Aadhaar), gender, mobile number, and email ID.
- 3Complete e-KYC
Finish the e-KYC process by providing your Aadhaar number and the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- 4Log In
Use the User ID (which will be sent to your registered mobile number) and the password you created to log in to the SSP portal.
- 5Apply for Scholarship
Navigate to the 'Apply for SSP pre-matric scholarship' section.
- 6Fill Application Details
Enter your SATS ID to fetch pre-filled details such as your name, school, and date of birth. Fill in all required personal, academic, and family details accurately, including your caste, parent's name and occupation, religion, Income Certificate RD number, and Caste Certificate RD number.
- 7Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, which include your SSLC Marks Card (if applicable), current and valid Caste and Income Verification Certificate, Aadhaar Card (student and parent/guardian), Aadhaar-linked Bank Account Passbook, a recent passport-size photograph, and your 11-digit student SATS ID.
- 8Review and Submit
Thoroughly review the application form for any errors before final submission.
- 9Download Acknowledgement
Download or screenshot your application acknowledgement for future reference.
- 10Track Status
To check your application status, visit `ssp.karnataka.gov.in`, click on 'Click here to know Pre-Matric Scholarship Status', enter your SATS ID, select the financial year, and click 'Search'.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the income limits for the Pre-Matric ST Scholarship in Karnataka?
The annual family income from all sources must be below ₹6,00,000 for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students studying in Classes 1 to 8. For ST students studying in Classes 9 and 10, the annual family income from all sources must be below ₹2,50,000.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed to students?
The Government of Karnataka ensures transparency and efficiency by directly transferring the scholarship amount to the student's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. This process is facilitated through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
What documents are mandatory to apply for this scholarship?
Mandatory documents include: SATS ID, Aadhaar card (student and parent/guardian) linked to a bank account, ST caste certificate issued by the Revenue Department, income certificate from the Revenue Department, previous year's marks card (not required for Class 1), bank account passbook (Aadhaar-seeded and NPCI-mapped), and a recent passport-size photograph.
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