1. What is SSP Karnataka?
The State Scholarship Portal (SSP) is Karnataka’s unified online platform offering various pre‑ and post‑matric scholarships to eligible students (SC/ST/OBC/Minorities/Brahmin/Divyang). It aims to ensure DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) of funds with streamlined Aadhaar-based verification.
2. Who is Eligible?
- Must be a permanent resident of Karnataka, typically requiring Clause A/B (7 years schooling or either parent studied in Karnataka.
- Category-wise income limits vary:
- Pre-matric (SC/ST/OBC/Divyang): ₹2.5 L–₹6 L depending on class & dept.
- Post-matric (SC/ST/OBC): Generally ≤ ₹2.5 L; some tech/professional allow up to ₹10 L .
- Minorities: ≤ ₹1 L (pre-matric) or ₹2 L (post-matric) .
- Brahmin students: ≤ ₹8 L.
- Academic requirement: ≥ 50% marks (varies for OBC Category II/IIA etc.).
3. 🗓 Application Windows
| Scheme | Eligibility Window Deadline |
|---|---|
| Pre‑Matric | Often by March–April 2025 |
| Post‑Matric (various depts) | SC/ST/Back Class – June 15–30, 2025 |
| Technical, Medical | March 31–April 30, 2025 |
| Minorities, Brahmin, AYUSH | Between March 31 – April 4, 2025 |
Deadlines vary by department—so refer to the official list per academic year .
4. 📄 Documents You’ll Need
- Mandatory for most: Aadhaar, Caste certificate, Income certificate, Domicile proof, Previous marksheets, Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked), Bonafide certificate, and College fee receipt .
- Extra if applicable: Disability certificate, EWS certificate, Hostel ID, PUC registration, UDID, etc.
5. 💰 Scholarship Benefits
Pre‑Matric (Class 1–10)
- SC/ST: ₹1,000–₹3,500 (govt/private) per year; ₹7,000 for hostellers .
- OBC: Up to ₹4,000 annual for Classes 9–10.
- Minorities: ₹1,000 (Govt school), ₹2,500–3,500 (Private, Classes 6–8) .
- Divyang students: Monthly ₹500–800; ₹1,000 books; ₹2,000–4,000 special allowance .
Post‑Matric (11th – UG/PG)
- SC/ST: Tuition reimbursement + maintenance ₹2,500–13,500 per year depend on course .
- OBC: ₹5,000–20,000 annual depending on program .
- Minorities: ₹3,000 + ₹230–570 monthly (10 months); vocational ₹10,000; admission & tuition ₹7,000 (11–12) .
- Brahmin (Sandeepani): ₹1,200/month for hostellers; ₹550/day scholars + full fees .
- Divyang Post-matric: No income restrictions; benefits vary .
- PhD Fellowship (SC/OBC/Minority): ₹8,000–10,000 per month .
Fee Reimbursements
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- Full tuition/hostel for SC/ST in engineering and medical courses .
6. 🧾 Application Process
- Account creation: Visit ssp.karnataka.gov.in, choose the relevant scholarship type, and create your account via Aadhaar + mobile OTP .
- Login & Fill: Enter your SATS ID, academic data, course details, and upload documents .
- e-sign & Submit: Aadhaar OTP-based e-sign and submission.
- Verification: Institute, district, and state levels verify caste/income/book records.
- Tracking: Use SATS ID/Application number on the portal to see status (Approved/Pending/Rejected) .
- Funds Transfer: DBT will credit to your Aadhaar-linked bank account once approved.
7. 🕵️♂️ Common Issues & Reddit Insights
- Delayed disbursement/funds issues, especially around elections .
- “No record found” after uploading admission details—a common glitch .
- Biometric e-KYC delays for OBC—some unaware they need to complete it .
- Disputes over fee refunds to colleges—colleges sometimes ask students to return scholarship amounts .
8. ☎️ Help & Support
- Helpline: Call 1902 for scholarship-related queries .
- District/Institute nodal officers—details on SSP website.
- Email support: Provided on portal; typical contact: 080‑35254757 .
- In-person visits may help when helpline isn’t reachable .
9. 💡 Tips to Maximize Success
- Apply early—avoid missing department-specific deadlines.
- Ensure Aadhaar e-KYC and bank linkage are completed.
- Maintain & upload accurate documents—caste, income, fee receipts. Mismatches may result in rejection.
- Track status regularly—portals update errors/required corrections.
- Persist through delays—especially around election or budget cycles.
- Follow up via email or in-person if payments are unusually delayed.
10. ✅ Final Checklist
- Check your category & income limit.
- Confirm you satisfy Karnataka Clause A/B.
- Prepare and scan all required documents.
- Register and fill your application well before department-specific deadlines.
- Complete e-KYC and upload bank & fee details.
- Monitor application verification status closely.
- If approved, ensure scholarship credit appears in your bank—not withheld by the school.
- Escalate via helpline 1902 or district nodal officer if there are undue delays.
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