Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka) Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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Verify Eligibility - Confirm OBC category, family income within limit, NOT in government hostel, residence >= 5 km from college (rural) OR studying in different city/town, academic marks meet requirement, 75% attendance maintained.
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Create SSP Account at https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in with Aadhaar.
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Fill Application - Select Backward Classes Welfare Department, choose Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship, fill details, declare no government hostel admission.
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Upload Documents - OBC certificate, income certificate, mark sheets, attendance certificate, residence proof, Aadhaar, bank passbook.
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Submit and download acknowledgment.
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Submit hard copy to college.
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Track status on portal.
FAQs for Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka)
Q.What is the main objective of the Vidyasiri Scheme?
The scheme provides food and accommodation support of ₹15,000 per year to OBC post-matric students who reside at least 5 km from their college and have not secured a government hostel seat.
Q.What are the academic requirements for different categories?
Category 1 students require a minimum of 55% marks, while Category 2A, 3A, and 3B students require a minimum of 65% marks in their previous annual exam.
Q.Can multiple siblings in a family apply for this scholarship?
Only a maximum of two male children per family can avail of this benefit. There is no such restriction for female students.