What do you get under Vidyasiri?
₹1,500 a month for 10 months (₹15,000 a year) for backward class students in post-matric courses who did not get a government hostel seat.
Who is eligible for Vidyasiri?
- Permanent residents of Karnataka from Other Backward Classes, studying post-matric courses in Karnataka.
- Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh (Category 1) or ₹1 lakh (Categories 2A, 3A and 3B).
- Not staying in a government or aided hostel.
Also check:
- From a rural area and at least 5 km from the college (or studying in a different town).
- First-time applicants need 55% (Category 1) or 65% (2A, 3A, 3B) in the previous year's exam.
- Only two sons per family; no limit for daughters. You get either Vidyasiri or the post-matric scholarship, not both.
- A separate Vidyasiri scheme exists for minority students under the Minority Welfare Department.
Documents needed for Vidyasiri
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How to apply for Vidyasiri
- Apply on the State Scholarship Portal (ssp.karnataka.gov.in), post-matric login, under the Backward Classes Welfare Department.
How to check Vidyasiri status
- Log in to ssp.karnataka.gov.in with the student account to see the status.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Vidyasiri?
Permanent residents of Karnataka from Other Backward Classes, studying post-matric courses in Karnataka. Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh (Category 1) or ₹1 lakh (Categories 2A, 3A and 3B). Not staying in a government or aided hostel.
How much do I get under Vidyasiri?
₹1,500 a month for 10 months (₹15,000 a year) for backward class students in post-matric courses who did not get a government hostel seat.
What documents do I need for Vidyasiri?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Income certificate; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Education certificates (marksheets); Proof of admission or fee receipt.
How do I apply for Vidyasiri?
Apply on the State Scholarship Portal (ssp.karnataka.gov.in), post-matric login, under the Backward Classes Welfare Department. Official site: https://ssp.karnataka.gov.in/
How do I check Vidyasiri status?
Log in to ssp.karnataka.gov.in with the student account to see the status.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Vidyasiri?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
What is the Vidyasiri last date for 2026-27?
On 1 November 2026 the SSP portal showed 30 November 2026 for Backward Classes Welfare Department post-matric schemes. Check the portal for any extension.
How much is Vidyasiri?
₹1,500 a month for 10 months, ₹15,000 a year, paid to the bank account.
Official sources
- Backward Classes Welfare Department, Govt of Karnataka: Vidyasiri
- State Scholarship Portal, Govt of Karnataka
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.