Latest Update – SSP Scholarship 2026-27 applications are open for pre-matric and post-matric scholarships. Click Here to apply.
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 – Important Dates
The table below lists every stage of the SSP Scholarship 2026-27 timeline, department by department, so that applicants do not miss their specific deadline.
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 – Pre-Matric Application Dates (Classes 1 to 10)
| Department | Last Date to Apply |
| Social Welfare Department | September 30, 2026 |
| Backward Classes Welfare Department | September 30, 2026 |
| Tribal Welfare Department | September 30, 2026 |
| Department of Technical Education | September 30, 2026 |
| Department of Minorities | September 30, 2026 |
| Department for the Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens | September 30, 2026 |
| Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Board | September 30, 2026 |
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 – Post-Matric Application Dates
| Department Scheme | Application Deadline |
| Backward Classes Welfare Department Scheme | August 31, 2026 |
| Tribal Welfare Department Scheme | August 31, 2026 |
| Disability Welfare Department Scheme | August 31, 2026 |
| Minorities Welfare Department Scheme | September 30, 2026 |
| Social Welfare Department Scheme | January 31, 2027 |
| Department of Technical Education Scheme | To be announced |
| Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board Scheme | To be announced |
| Labour Department Scheme | To be announced |
| Ayush Department Scheme | To be announced |
| Department of Medical Education Scheme | To be announced |
| Collegiate Education Department Scheme Backward | To be announced |
| Arya Vyshya Department Scheme | To be announced |
Also Read: Karnataka Scholarships 2026-27
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 Eligibility Criteria
| Scheme (Department) | Eligibility Criteria |
| SC Pre-Matric Scholarship (Social Welfare) | Classes 1 to 8: family income up to ₹6 lakh. Classes 9 to 10: family income up to ₹2.5 lakh. Aadhaar must be linked to the student’s bank account. |
| ST Pre-Matric Scholarship (Tribal Welfare) | Classes 1 to 8 (state-funded schools): family income up to ₹6 lakh. Classes 9 to 10 (centrally-funded schools): family income up to ₹2.5 lakh. |
| OBC Pre-Matric Scholarship (Backward Classes Welfare) | Enrolled in Classes 9 or 10 in a government school. Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh. Must secure an A+, A, B+ or B grade. |
| Minority Pre-Matric Scholarship (Minority Welfare) | Students from a minority community (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain or Zoroastrian). Family income up to ₹1 lakh. |
| SC Post-Matric Scholarship (Social Welfare) | Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh for full fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance. Income between ₹2.5 lakh and ₹10 lakh for a 50% fee waiver on engineering or medical courses. |
| ST Post-Matric Scholarship (Tribal Welfare) | Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh for full fee reimbursement. Income between ₹2.5 lakh and ₹10 lakh for engineering or medical students. |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Backward Classes | Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh for Category I; up to ₹1 lakh for Categories 2A, 3A and 3B. |
| Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scheme (Backward Classes Welfare) | Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh for Category 1 students; up to ₹1 lakh for Categories 2A, 3A and 3B. Minimum 75% attendance required. |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities | Enrolled in Class 11, 12, graduation, post-graduation or a technical/vocational course. Family income up to ₹2.5 lakh from all sources. |
Also Read: How to Get a Caste Certificate
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 – Application Process
Below mentioned is the application process for SSP Pre-Matric and SSP Post-Matric scholarship for the academic year 2026-27.
SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 Registration Process
Step 2 – Click on “Create Account” for Pre-Matric Scholarship
Step 3 – Enter your Aadhaar number and click ‘Click To Proceed’.
Step 5: Verify your mobile number by entering the OTP sent to it.
Step 6: Complete the registration form by filling in details such as nationality, caste, and other required personal information.
Step 7: Review the information and click ‘Save’ to successfully create your SSP account.
SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 Login Process
Step 1 – Visit the official Karnataka State Scholarship Portal.
Step 2 – Click on “Pre Matric Scholarship” and click on “Student Login”.
Step 3 – Enter User ID, Password and Captcha, click on “Student Login”.
Step 4 – Once all details are entered correctly, click on ‘Save and Proceed’ to continue.
SSP Post-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 Registration Process
Step 1 – Visit the official SSP post-matric portal.
Step 2 – Click on the link to apply for the “Post-Matric Scholarship for FY 2026-27.”
Step 3 – Click on “Create Account.”
Step 4 – Fill in the mandatory fields, check the consent box, and click “Proceed.”
Step 5 – Link Aadhaar with the bank account, enter the email ID, mobile number, and OTP, then click “Submit.”
Step 6 – Enter the certificate details and click “Proceed.”
Step 7 – Verify the applicant’s name on the certificates.
Step 8 – Create a password and click “Submit.”
SSP Post-Matric Scholarship 2026-27 Login Process
Step 1 – Go back to the homepage of the SSP post-matric scholarship portal.
Step 2 – Click on the “Student Login” button for the post-matric scholarship.
Step 3 – Enter the username, password, and captcha to log in.
Step 4 – Click “Forget Password” or “Know your Student ID” if login details are not available.
Step 5 – Once logged in, proceed to complete the scholarship application.
Step 6 – Fill in all required details in the application form.
Step 7 – Upload all relevant documents and submit the application.
Step 8 – Check for a confirmation email on the registered email address.
Also Read: SSP Login – Step-by-Step Process
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 – Benefits
| Scheme | Benefit |
| SC Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes 1 to 5) | ₹1,000 for boys; ₹1,100 for girls |
| SC Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes 9 to 10) | ₹3,500 for day scholars; ₹7,000 for hostellers |
| SC Post-Matric Scholarship (Group I) | ₹7,000 (day scholar); ₹13,500 (hosteller) |
| ST Pre-Matric Scholarship (Classes 9 to 10) | ₹3,000, same for boys and girls |
| Vidyasiri Food and Accommodation Scheme | ₹1,500 monthly stipend for 10 months |
| OBC Pre-Matric Scholarship | ₹4,000 per annum |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Backward Classes (Group 1) | ₹20,000 total (₹10,000 educational allowance plus ₹10,000 tuition fee) |
| Merit cum Means Scholarship for Minorities | Fee reimbursement of up to ₹12,000 per annum plus hostel fee |
Also Read: SSP Post Matric Scholarship 2026-27
Documents Required for SSP Scholarship 2026-27
1. Valid ID proof, such as an Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID or Driving Licence
2. Previous qualifying examination marksheet
3. Entrance examination marksheet, where applicable
4. Caste certificate, where applicable
5. Disability certificate, where applicable
6. Passport-size photograph of the applicant
7. Income certificate of the applicant’s parent
8. Domicile certificate of Karnataka
9. Bank account passbook, Aadhaar-linked
SSP Scholarship 2026-27 – FAQs
What is the income limit for the SSP Scholarship 2026-27 for SC students in Classes 1 to 10?
Under the SSP Scholarship 2026-27, SC students in Classes 1 to 8 are eligible for up to ₹6 lakh annual family income, while Classes 9 and 10 have a ₹2.5 lakh income limit.
Do engineering and medical students receive full benefits under the SSP Post-Matric Scholarship 2026-27?
Not always. Under the SSP Post-Matric Scholarship 2026-27, eligible SC/ST students with family income up to ₹2.5 lakh receive full fee reimbursement, while those earning ₹2.5 lakh to ₹10 lakh receive a 50% fee waiver.
Is the SSP Scholarship 2026-27 application portal the same for pre-matric and post-matric scholarships?
No. The SSP Scholarship 2026-27 has separate portals for pre-matric and post-matric applications, although the registration and verification process is similar.
Is e-attestation mandatory for the SSP Scholarship 2026-27 application?
Yes. E-attestation is mandatory for the SSP Scholarship 2026-27 and applications without verified documents are not processed.
Can I apply for the Vidyasiri Scheme along with the SSP Scholarship 2026-27?
Yes. Eligible students can apply for the Vidyasiri Scheme along with the SSP Scholarship 2026-27, provided they meet the required income and attendance criteria.
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