ePASS Karnataka – Key Features
In order to ease out the process of inviting applications for the scholarships and disbursing them, the ePASS Karnataka portal was created. The portal boasts of the following features that turn out to be useful for the users.
- Provision to know your application number: The students, who do not remember their scholarship application number can search for it using this facility on the portal. They need to provide certain details like SSLC examination number, year of passing SSLC, SSLC pass type and date of birth.
- Check the application status: This feature allows the users to track the real-time status of the scholarship application by providing details like application number, academic year, SSLC pass type, year of passing SSLC, SSLC registration number and date of birth.
- Track hostel application status: Know the status of your hostel application online through this portal by providing your application number and date of birth.
- Prathibha Acknowledgement: Download the acknowledgement receipt of Pratibha Puraskar Scholarship through this feature by either providing applicant reference number or other required details.
ePASS Karnataka – Eligibility Criteria
In order to avail the benefits of the available scholarship schemes under the ePASS Karnataka, students must fulfil certain eligibility requirements. The eligibility criteria for Vidyasiri – food and accommodation scholarship, pre-matric, post-matric and fee concession schemes are as follow:
Pre-Matric Scholarship
- Students applying for this scholarship must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of the state of Karnataka.
- The annual family income of the student should not exceed more than ₹2.50 lakh from all sources.
- The applying candidate should be studying in Classes 9 and 10 only in government schools on a full-time basis.
- The student should belong to Backward Classes category – 1, 2A, 3A and 3B.
- Students who’ve obtained A +, A and B + and B grades in the previous academic year are eligible for this scholarship.
- The caste and income certificates of the student must be updated with the SATS number.
Post-Matric Scholarship
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of the state of Karnataka.
- The student must belong to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
- Students pursuing post-matric courses in Government / Local Body / Aided Institutions / Recognized Unaided Private Institutions under the Statutory Universities of Karnataka are also eligible.
- The gross annual income of the student’s family/guardian should not exceed ₹ 2.50 lakh for students belonging to category 1, and ₹1 Lakh for students belonging to category 2A, 3A and 3B.
- The applying candidate must have passed the previous year’s annual examination with minimum 60% marks for category 1 and 70% for category 2A, 3A, and 3B.
- Only two sons of the same family are eligible for this scheme. However, this rule does not apply to girls.
Vidyasiri – Food and Accommodation Scholarship
- The student must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of the state of Karnataka.
- The student must belong to the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category.
- Students pursuing any of the post-matric courses from a government / government-aided / local body / unaided recognised private institutions under Karnataka Statutory Universities are eligible to apply for this scheme.
- The gross annual income of the student’s family/guardian should not exceed ₹2.50 lakh for students belonging to category 1, and ₹1 lakh for students belonging to category 2A, 3A and 3B.
- The student must be from rural areas, and their place of residence should be at least 5 km away from their college. Moreover, for students whose college is in a city/town other than their native city/town, such students are also eligible to apply for the scholarship.
- The student must have scored at least 55% (for students belonging to category 1) or 65% (for students belonging to category 2A, 3A, 3B) in their previous year’s annual examination.
- Only two sons of the same family are eligible for this scholarship scheme. This restriction is not for girl children.
Fee Concession
- The student must be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of the state of Karnataka.
- Post-Matric students of the Department of Backward Classes Welfare are eligible for fee reimbursement or to be a beneficiary under any one of the Centrally Sponsored Post-Matric Scholarship Programmes.
- Students of Government Quota studying in regular post-matric courses in Government / Local Body / Aided Institutions / Recognized Unaided Private Local Bodies under Statutory Universities / Deemed Universities in the State of Karnataka are eligible for fee reimbursement.
- The gross annual income of the student’s family/guardian should not exceed ₹2.50 lakh for students belonging to category 1, and ₹1 lakh for students belonging to category 2A, 3A and 3B.
- The students must have secured minimum 50% marks (for Class 1 and Blind students) in the annual examination held in the previous year, or 60% marks (for Other Backward Classes).
- Only two sons of the same family are eligible for this scholarship scheme. This restriction is not for girl children.
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ePASS Karnataka – Benefits
Listed below are the benefits that each scheme under the ePASS Karnataka portal offers. Take a look –
Pre-Matric Scholarship
₹4,000 per annum will be given to every eligible candidate.
Post-Matric Scholarship
| Course Category | Educational Allowance (Annually) | Tuition Fees (Annually) |
| Group – 1 (Professional UG and PG Courses) | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Group – 2 (Other Professional Courses) | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Group – 3 (General UG and PG Courses) | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Group- 4 (Post Matriculation Courses) | ₹5,000 | NA |
Vidyasiri – Food and Accommodation Scholarship
Fee Concession
The following five fees or the fees fixed by the department, whichever is lower, will be paid as per the rates fixed by the government –
- Tuition fees
- Laboratory Fee (Only for courses where laboratory is mandatory)
- The cost of the test
- Sports Fees
- The library fees
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ePASS Karnataka – How to Apply?
For first time users, before applying for the scholarship you need to create an account first, then login to your SSP student account in order to apply for the ePASS Karnataka Scholarship.
How to Create a New Account?
Step 1: Visit the official website for the scholarship https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in/.
Step 2: Click on the “Click Here to Create New Account”.
Step 3: Enter your Student Aadhaar Number and click “Proceed”.
Step 4: Enter your name as per your Aadhaar, and Aadhaar number again to proceed.
Step 5: Fill in the relevant details like your gender, email-id, and registered mobile number.
Step 6: This completes your registration. Your account will be created and you will receive your User ID on the registered mobile number that you’ve registered.
How to Apply for the Scholarship?
Step 1: Visit the official website for the scholarship and click on the ‘Online application’.
Step 2: Scroll down the list and click on the available scheme.
Step 3: Go to the ‘Click here to apply’ option.
Step 4: Depending on which scholarship you want to opt for pre-matric or post-matric, click on the relevant login button.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the login page. Enter your User-ID, Password and enter the captcha for logging in.
Step 6: Read the instructions properly and step-wise proceed ahead. Fill the necessary details (Study/Caste/Personal Details/College Details/E-Attestation Details/ Hostel Details) and submit your application.
Step 7: After completion, take a printout of the filled application form.
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ePASS Karnataka – Document Requirements
Here’s a general checklist of the documents that a student must submit while applying for the schemes under the ePASS Karnataka portal. Take a look –
- Aadhaar card
- Registered mobile number
- Email-id of the student
- Student’s SSLC registration number
- Caste certificate of the student
- Income certificate of the family/guardian
- The RD number of the caste and income certificate in the name of the student
- UDID identification number (if student is disabled)
- Student’s University/College registration number
- Complete residential address of the student
- Hostel details (if applicable)
- E-Attestation number (for relevant documents, if applicable)
ePASS Karnataka – Statistics
For a better understanding review the statistics given below. It includes the number of applications received for different schemes at ePASS Karnataka portal every year, total students receiving benefits, and more.
Key Statistics for PMS at ePASS Karnataka*
Key Statistics for FC Scheme at ePASS Karnataka*
Key Statistics for FAAS at ePASS Karnataka*
*The numbers have been taken from the MIS Report available on the ePASS Karnataka portal’s official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the ePASS Karnataka Scholarships?
Students who are the permanent residents of the state of Karnataka can apply for the ePASS Karnataka Scholarships. Moreover, students must also ensure that they have a valid SSLC registration number, E-Attestation number, caste and income certificate if they wish to apply for the scholarship.
Is there any income limit for the ePASS Karnataka scholarship?
Yes, the annual income of the student’s family/guardian should not exceed ₹2.50 lakh for students belonging to category 1, and ₹1 lakh for students belonging to category 2A, 3A and 3B.
What is the last date to apply for ePASS Karnataka Scholarship?
The last date to apply for post-matric and Vidyasiri – Food and Accommodation Scholarship is December 12, 2025, whereas the application deadline for Pre-matric scholarship is March 31, 2026.
Can I use my government quota to apply for ePASS Karnataka Scholarship?
Yes. Students of Government Quota studying in regular post-matric courses in Government / Local Body / Aided Institutions / Recognized Unaided Private Local Bodies under Statutory Universities / Deemed Universities in the State of Karnataka are eligible for fee reimbursement under the fee concession scheme of ePASS Karnataka.
Can I make the changes after submitting my application?
No, you cannot make the changes once the application is sent to the department for verification. Students are advised to fill the application more cautiously as your application may get rejected if wrong details are filled and submitted.
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