Pre-Matric SC Students (Karnataka)
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Karnataka's Pre-Matric SC scholarship provides financial assistance to SC students in Classes 1-10, covering tuition fees and maintenance with different income limits for Classes 1-8 (₹6 lakh) vs Classes 9-10 (₹2.5 lakh).
Benefits & Financial Support
Inclusions
The scholarship provides full tuition fee coverage plus maintenance allowance based on day scholar or hosteller status
State-funded scheme for Classes 1-8 has higher income limit (₹6L) while centrally-funded scheme for Classes 9-10 has stricter limit (₹2.5L)
Day scholars receive ₹1,000-₹3,000 annually for educational expenses, while hostellers get ₹7,000 for accommodation and meals
Freeship Card available after completing e-KYC provides additional fee waivers
Scholarship amount directly credited to student's Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT
Auto-renewal available for continuing students who received scholarship in previous year.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Class 1 to Class 10
Must be enrolled in relevant courses. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Based on family income limits (Classes 1-8: ≤ ₹6 Lakh
Classes 9-10: ≤ ₹2.5 Lakh) and category/caste verification
Verification-based direct benefit for eligible applicants.
Renewal Policy
Requires promotion to the next class and school verification
Auto-renewal is facilitated on the SSP portal for existing eligible students.
Application Process
(1) Obtain SATS ID from school or retrieve from https://sts.karnataka.gov.in/KMSID using student name, DOB, and school details; (2) Visit https://ssp.karnataka.gov.in and click 'Create Account' under Pre-Matric section; (3) Enter SATS ID, Aadhaar number, mobile number, and email to register; (4) Set password and complete account creation; (5) Login with SSP ID and password; (6) Complete e-KYC by entering Aadhaar number and OTP verification; (7) Fill application form with personal details, academic information, and category details; (8) Upload all required documents in specified format (PDF/JPG, max 200KB each); (9) Verify all details carefully as corrections have limited window; (10) Submit application and download acknowledgment receipt; (11) Download Freeship Card after e-KYC approval; (12) Track application status through 'Track Student Scholarship Status' option using SATS ID
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
15 January 2026
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
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.
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