State SchemeVerified for 2026
Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka) Eligibility Criteria 2026
Qualifying Mark/Percent33% marks in previous class
Target Education LevelsUndergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma
Eligible Caste/CategoriesOBC
Gender LimitAll
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Resident of Karnataka belonging to OBC categories, living in rented PG/room at least 5 km away from home
Special Conditions
Requires staying in private hostel/PG and college distance > 5km.
FAQs for Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scholarship for OBC Students (Karnataka)
Q.Is this scheme open to students living in government hostels?
No, students residing in government-run or government-aided hostels are excluded. It is strictly for hostellers in private PG/rooms.
Q.What is the family income limit?
Category 1 students must have income under ₹2.5 Lakhs; Categories 2A, 3A, 3B must have income under ₹1.0 Lakh.
Q.What is the minimum distance required?
The student's college must be at least 5 km away from their permanent residential address.
Supporting Guides
Official Support
WebsiteOfficial Portal
Helpline080-80808080, helpdesk-ssp@karnataka.gov.in