State Government SchemeVerified for 2026
Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka) Income Limit 2026
Maximum Annual Family Income
No Income Bar / Not specified
Income Verification Rules
Applicants must submit a valid annual income certificate issued by a competent revenue officer (such as a Tahsildar, Revenue Inspector, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- The certificate must be in the name of the parent/legal guardian.
- Income certificates issued by private employers or self-declarations on plain paper are not accepted.
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.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline8050770004, 8050770005, bcwd.scholarship@karnataka.gov.in