List of GOKDOM Scholarships 2025-26
- Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka
- Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka
- National Overseas Scholarship for Minority Community Students, Karnataka
- Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities, Karnataka
- MPhil and PhD Fellowship for Minority Students, Karnataka
- Incentive for SSLC & 2nd PUC Students, Karnataka
GOKDOM Scholarships – Important Dates 2025-26
All GOKDOM Scholarships in Karnataka adhere to a common application deadline. Monitoring these dates ensures timely submission and efficient processing of applications.
GOKDOM Scholarships Application Dates 2025-26
| Scholarships | Application Last Date |
| Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka | January 31, 2026 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka | January 31, 2026 |
| National Overseas Scholarship for Minority Community Students, Karnataka | January 31, 2026 |
| Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities, Karnataka | January 31, 2026 |
| MPhil and PhD Fellowship for Minority Students, Karnataka | January 31, 2026 |
| Incentive for SSLC & 2nd PUC Students, Karnataka | January 31, 2026 |
GOKDOM Scholarships – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must strictly meet the eligibility criteria to qualify for GOKDOM Scholarships. Applicants should review all requirements carefully before submitting their application
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka
- Applicants must have passed the last annual exam with at least 50% marks (not applicable for Class 1 students)
- Parents’/Guardians’ annual income must not exceed ₹1 lakh from all sources
- Student must be a domicile of Karnataka (students studying in other states are also eligible)
- Scholarship amount is sanctioned only against admission and tuition fees
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka
- Applicants must belong to a minority community (Muslims, Christians, Jains, Buddhists, Sikhs, Parsis)
- Students must be a domicile of Karnataka
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹2 lakh from all sources
- Students must first apply on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
- NSP ID is mandatory to apply through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP)
- No minimum marks requirement for fresh or renewal applicants
- Karnataka domicile students studying in other states are also eligible
National Overseas Scholarship for Minority Community Students, Karnataka
- Applicant must be a domicile of Karnataka
- Students must belong to a recognized minority community
- Must be admitted to a postgraduate program at a foreign university
- The university should be ranked within the Top 500 of QS Universities Rankings
- Only postgraduate students are eligible; undergraduate courses abroad are not covered
Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities, Karnataka
- Applicants must belong to a minority community (Muslims, Christians, Jains, Buddhists, Sikhs, Parsis)
- Students must be a domicile of Karnataka
- Annual family income should not exceed ₹2.5 lakh from all sources
- Applicants must apply first through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
- NSP ID is compulsory for submission on the State Scholarship Portal (SSP)
- Minimum 50% marks in the previous final exam/semester required for fresh applicants only
- No minimum marks requirement for renewal applicants
- Karnataka domicile students pursuing studies outside the state are also eligible
MPhil and PhD Fellowship for Minority Students, Karnataka
- Applicant must belong to a minority community: Muslim, Sikh, Parsi, Buddhist, Christian, or Jain
- Must be pursuing a regular, full-time M.Phil. or Ph.D. course
- Institution/University should be government-recognized
- Age limit: Applicant should not be more than 35 years
- Annual family income: Must be below ₹6 lakh
- Employment status: Government employees and full-time working professionals are not eligible
Incentive for SSLC & 2nd PUC Students, Karnataka
- Applicant must belong to a Minority Community: Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain, or Parsi
- Must have passed Class 12 with 95% or above marks or must have passed Class 12 with 90% or above marks in examinations conducted by Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board/Department of Pre-University Education.
Also Read: SSP Scholarship 2025-26 – Scholarship List, Application Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Benefits & More
GOKDOM Scholarships – Benefits
Each GOKDAM Scholarship provides assistance to students in different ways. While some scholarships covered tuition and admission fees, other scholarships cover books and hostel fees along with tuition and admission fees.
Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka
- Admission Fee from Class VI to X: ₹500 per annum for both hostellers and day scholars
- Tuition Fee from Class VI to X: ₹350 per month for both hostellers and day scholars
- Maintenance Allowance for Class I to V: ₹100 per month for day scholars
- Maintenance Allowance for Class VI to X: ₹600 per month for hostellers and ₹100 per month for day scholars
Note: Hostellers include students staying in hostels of the school/institute or those provided by the state government/union territory administration
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities of Karnataka
- Class XI & XII Admission and Tuition Fee: ₹7,000 per annum for both Hostellers and day Scholars
- Technical and Vocational Courses (XI & XII) Admission and Tuition Fee: ₹10,000 per annum for courses of one or more years
- Undergraduate (UG) & Postgraduate (PG) Admission and Tuition Fee: ₹3,000 per annum for both hostellers and day scholars
- Maintenance Allowance for Class XI & XII (including Tech. & Voc.): ₹380 per month for hostellers and ₹230 per month for day scholars
- Maintenance Allowance for Non-Technical UG & PG Courses: ₹570 per month for hostellers and ₹300 per month for day scholars
- Maintenance Allowance for M.Phil & Ph.D: ₹1,200 per month for hostellers and ₹550 per month for day scholars
- Duration of Maintenance Allowance: All monthly allowances are provided for 10 months in an academic year
National Overseas Scholarship for Minority Community Students, Karnataka
- Financial assistance of up to ₹30 lakh for two years for students with annual family income below ₹8 lakh
- Financial assistance of up to ₹15 lakh for two years for students with annual family income between ₹8 lakh and ₹16 lakh
Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities, Karnataka
- The maintenance allowance is provided as a fixed lump sum of ₹10,000 for hostellers per academic year
- The maintenance allowance is provided as a fixed lump sum of ₹5,000 for day scholars per academic year
- The course fee rate is ₹20,000 per annum or actuals, whichever is less, for both hostellers and day scholars
- Monthly maintenance allowance is ₹1,000 for hostellers for up to 10 months in an academic year
- Monthly maintenance allowance is ₹500 for day scholars for up to 10 months in an academic year
- Students at 85 listed institutes receive a full reimbursement of their course fees
MPhil and PhD Fellowship for Minority Students, Karnataka
Scholarship Rates and Allowances
- The scholarship is provided for the entire academic year or course duration
- The course fee rate is ₹20,000 per annum or the actual amount (whichever is less) for both hostellers and day scholars
- For 85 specifically listed institutes, the full course fee is reimbursed
- Hostellers receive a maintenance allowance of ₹1,000 per month for up to 10 months in an academic year
- Day scholars receive a maintenance allowance of ₹500 per month for up to 10 months in an academic year
- Alternatively, maintenance allowance can be provided as a fixed lump sum of ₹10,000 for hostellers and ₹5,000 for day scholars per academic year
Fellowship Benefits for Higher Education
- Minority students pursuing M.Phil receive a fellowship of ₹8,000 per month
- Minority students pursuing Ph.D. receive a fellowship of ₹10,000 per month
- Under certain government orders, specialized fellowships for minority students in universities can reach ₹25,000 per month with an additional annual contingency grant of ₹10,000/
- M.Phil fellowships are typically awarded for a duration of 2 years, while Ph.D. fellowships are awarded for 3 years
Incentive for SSLC & 2nd PUC Students, Karnataka
- Top Class 10 students securing 85% and above are eligible for an incentive of ₹10,000
- Top Class 12 students securing 85% and above are eligible for an incentive of ₹20,000
- Selected students do not need to submit any additional documents after completing the online application
GOKDOM Scholarships – Application Process
Here is the GOKDOM Scholarship application process, explained step by step. Eligible students must adhere to the prescribed guidelines and complete the application process.
GOKDOM Application Process for Pre-Matric Scholarships
Step 1: Visit the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal.
Step 2: Click on ‘Pre-Matric Scholarship.’
Step 3: Click on ‘Student Login’ to apply for pre-matric Scholarship.
Note: If you do not remember your Student ID or password, you can retrieve them by clicking on ‘Forgot Password’ or ‘Know Your Student ID.’
Step 4: Log in and select the scholarship you want to apply for.
Step 5: Fill in all the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit the application.
Step 6: After successful submission, a confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.
Post-Matric Scholarship
Step 1: Visit the official Karnataka SSP website to register and create an account.
Step 2: Now log in using your User ID and Password.
Step 3: Access the ‘Student Account’ page.
Step 4: Select the relevant scholarship you intend to apply for. Enter all required details carefully, review the information and click ‘Save and Proceed.’
Step 5: Upload the necessary documents as specified.
Step 6: Verify all details and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Step 7: After successful submission, a confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.
Documents Required for GOKDOM Scholarships
Below documents are required for various GOKDOM Scholarships, including Pre-Matric, Post-Matric, Merit-Cum-Means and National Overseas Scholarships.
- Aadhaar card
- Passport-size photograph
- Institute verification form
- Self-declaration of income certificate
- Minority community certificate
- Bank account proof
- Admission fee receipt
- Domicile certificate of Karnataka
- Academic transcripts including marksheets and certificates of previous qualifying examinations
Also Read: Karnataka Scholarships 2025-26 – Registration Ongoing, Eligibility and Application Process
FAQs
Who is eligible for GOKDOM Scholarships?
Students from minority communities in Karnataka, including Muslims, Christians, Jains, Buddhists, Sikhs and Parsis are eligible for GOKDOM Scholarships. Eligibility criteria vary depending on the scholarship type and academic level.
Can Karnataka students studying in other states apply?
Yes, Karnataka domicile students pursuing education outside the state are also eligible for majority of the GOKDOM Scholarships.
Is there an income limit for applicants?
Yes, the annual family income limit varies by scholarship type. The income limit usually ranges from ₹1 lakh to ₹6 lakh depending on the program.
Are both pre-matric and post-matric students eligible?
Yes, scholarships are available at both pre-matric and post-matric levels, covering school, college, and higher education including M.Phil and Ph.D.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed?
The scholarship amount is directly transferred to the student's bank account. The students must link their Aadhaar card with their bank account.
What documents are required to apply?
Documents required for GOKDOM Scholarship include Aadhaar card, minority community certificate, income certificate, academic transcripts, domicile certificate, bank account proof and institute verification forms.