SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025 – Important Dates, Eligibility Criteria and How to Apply

The applications for SSP Pre Matric Scholarship 2025 are currently open and will remain active until September 30, 2025. The SSP Pre Matric Scholarship is an initiative by the Government of Karnataka to support underprivileged students from Class 1 to Class 10. Students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) are eligible to apply.

The scholarship amount is credited directly to the student’s bank account, and applications can be submitted through the state scholarship portal.

SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025– Important Dates

Students who are interested in availing of SSP Pre-Matric scholarship can check out the important dates mentioned below:

SSP Pre Matric Scholarship 2025 Application Dates

Particulars	Date
Application Start Date	June 13, 2025
Application Last Date	September 30, 2025

SSP Pre Matric Scholarship – Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025 is designed to ensure that financial support reaches students from disadvantaged and deserving backgrounds. The eligibility criteria helps determine who can apply and avail of scholarship benefits. 

Social Welfare Department (SC Students)

Classes 1–8: Parent’s income must be ≤ ₹6 lakh per year.

Classes 9–10: Parent’s income must be ≤ ₹2.5 lakh per year.

Unclean occupation: No income limit, but parents must be in that occupation.

Tribal Welfare Department (ST students)

Classes 1–8: Parent’s income must be ≤ ₹6 lakh.

Classes 9–10: Parent’s income must be ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.

Backward Classes Welfare Department

PM Yasasvi (Class 9–10, Cat-1, 2A, 3A, 3B):

• Parent’s income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.
  
• Must study in a government school.
  
• Must have a minimum grade (A+/A/B+/B) in the previous year.

NT/SNT students (Class 1–10, Cat-1 only):

• Parent’s income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.
  
• Can study in government, private, or aided schools.

Minority Welfare Department

For Muslims, Christians, Jains, Sikhs, Parsis, Buddhists, and SC-converted Christians.

Classes 1–8: Parent’s income must be ≤ ₹1 lakh.

Department for Empowerment of Differently Abled & Senior Citizens

Classes 1–10: No income or caste limit, but must have a valid Disability ID.

Department of Technical Education

Junior Technical Schools (Classes 8–10): Eligible for stipend.

Agriculture Department

CM Raitha Vidyanidhi (Girls of farming families, Classes 8–10):

• Parent’s income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.
• Must belong to a farmer family (with land and Fruits ID).

Agriculture labourer Raitha Vidyanidhi (Girls of labourer families, Classes 8–10):

• Parent’s income ≤ ₹2.5 lakh.
• Father/Mother must be registered as agricultural labourer with Fruits ID and MGNREGA card.

Labour Welfare Department

Children of registered construction workers (Class 1–10): Eligible.

Fisheries Department

CM Meenugaarara Vidyanidhi (Children of fishermen): Must belong to a fisherman family with Fruits ID, registered in Kutumba portal.

Sainik Schools

Students admitted under government quota in Sainik Schools are eligible.

SSP Pre Matric Scholarship – Documents Required

To apply for the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025, students must provide certain documents that verify their identity, income, caste, and other eligibility details. These documents help the authorities confirm the applicant’s background and ensure transparency in the selection process. Given below are the documents required.

• College Registration Number / Students SATS ID / Aadhaar Number
• National Scholarship Portal ID
• Income/Caste/EWS Certificate number in the name of the student
• e-Attestation Numbers
• Disability Card Number
• FRUITS ID(Applicable for students who are children of farmers)
• Valid email ID and mobile number
• e-Attestation of fee receipt is not required for all students studying in Karnataka

How to Create an Account on SSP Scholarship Portal?

To register on the SSP Portal, candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official State Scholarship Portal (SSP) website.

2. Select the ‘Pre-Matric Scholarship’ option.

3. Click on the ‘Create New Account’ tab.

4. Enter your ‘Aadhaar Number’ and click on the ’Click To Proceed’ button.

5. Provide a valid mobile number and email ID.

6. Enter the OTP received on the registered mobile number.

7. Fill in the required details such as nationality, caste, and other basic information.

8. Save the details, after which the SSP account will be successfully created.

SSP Pre Matric Scholarship 2025 – How to log in?

To access the SSP portal, students must use the login credentials created during registration. The process is simple and requires entering some key details before moving ahead with the application.

1. Visit the official website of SSP and open the ‘Student Login’ page under Pre-Matric.

2. Enter the registered ‘User ID’ and ‘Password’, then click ‘Student Login’.

3. Once all details are entered correctly, click on ‘Save and Proceed’ to continue.

SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship Application Process 2025

The application process for the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship is carried out online through the official state scholarship portal. Students must first create an account, verify their details, and then proceed with registration. The steps are as follows:

1. Visit the official State Scholarship Portal (SSP) website.

2. Select the ‘Proceed to Submit Scholarship Application’ button.

3. Provide academic details, such as school information, class, and previous year’s results.

4. Upload the mandatory documents like caste certificate, income certificate, SATS ID, bank account details, and Aadhaar-linked information.

5. Review all the details carefully before final submission.

6. Click on ‘Submit’ to complete the ssp pre-matric scholarship application process.

7. After submission, download or take a printout of the acknowledgement slip for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply for the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

Students from Class 1 to 10 belonging to SC, ST, OBC, minority communities, children of farmers, fishermen, construction workers, and differently abled students are eligible to apply for the scholarship. However, they are also subject to income and other criteria set by each department.

What is the income limit for this scholarship?

The income limit varies according to categories. For SC/ST students it is ₹6 lakh for Classes 1–8 and ₹2.5 lakh for Classes 9–10. For OBC and other minority communities, it is ₹2.5 lakh and ₹1 lakh, respectively. For some special categories (farmers, fishermen, construction workers, differently abled), eligibility depends on certificates and registration.

How can students apply for the scholarship?

SSP pre-matric scholarship applications must be submitted online through the official Karnataka Scholarship Portal by creating an account, logging in, filling in the application form, uploading documents, and submitting it online.

What is the last date to apply for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2025–26?

The last date to apply for SSP Pre Matric scholarship is September 30, 2025. Candidates must first check the eligibility criteria before applying for the scholarship. Eligible candidates can fill the application form via online mode at sspscholarshipkarnataka.in.

What documents are required for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

Key documents required include SATS ID, Aadhaar number, income and caste certificate, National Scholarship Portal (NSP) ID, FRUITS ID (for farmer children), Disability Card (if applicable), valid email ID, mobile number, and bank account details linked with Aadhaar.

How is the scholarship amount credited?

The scholarship amount is transferred directly into the student’s Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

Can students studying in private schools also apply?

Yes, students from certain categories like NT/SNT under OBC are eligible even if they study in government-aided or private schools, provided they meet income and caste criteria.