How can I apply for the SSP Scholarship?

Applications can be submitted online via the SSP Portal.

Who is eligible for the SSP Scholarship?

Students from SC/ST/OBC/minority categories are eligible.

What documents are needed for the SSP Scholarship?

Documents like income certificate, proof of identity, and academic records.

Can I check my SSP Scholarship status online?

Yes, you can check the status of your application through the SSP Portal.

What is the last date for applying in?

The exact date comes on the website of SSP Portal.

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SSP Portal - Pre Matric & Post Matric Scholarship 2024 Status

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:56 AM

SSP Pre Matric & Post Matric Scholarship

The State Scholarship Portal (SSP) is the gateway created by the Government of Karnataka to facilitate scholarships to students. This portal offers different scholarships to help the students get an opportunity to gain various pre-matric and post-matric scholarship schemes along with financial assistance to the needy minority communities, and economic background students who wish to be meritorious in their future studies.

Read the article to learn about the features, how this scholarship scheme can benefit you, eligibility criteria, the application process, and other relevant details.

Overview Of The SSP Scholarship Scheme

Below are the important features of the SSP Scholarship Scheme:

Section	Key Information
SSP Scholarship	Digital platform for Karnataka students to access various scholarships (pre-matric & post-matric).
Pre-Matric & Post-Matric	Pre-matric: For classes 1-10. Post-matric: For education beyond class 10 (higher education).
Objective	To provide financial help to students residing in the state of Karnataka from low-income groups
Eligibility	The applicant must be a resident of the state of Karnataka and from a low-income group
Application mode	Online

What Is The SSP Scholarship?

The SSP Scholarship is a digital platform launched by the Karnataka government to provide access to various scholarships for students in the state. The portal offers scholarships for students from minority backgrounds, economically weaker sections, and those who perform well academically. Scholarships are available for both pre-matric and post-matric students, ensuring financial aid at every stage of education.

What Are Pre-Matric And Post-Matric Scholarships?

Let us see the difference between the pre and post-matric scholarships in the state of Karnataka.

Pre-Matric Scholarships: These scholarships are offered to learners in classes 1 to 10. As such, its purpose is as a tool for advocating for school education for students from minorities and disadvantaged backgrounds.
Post-Matric Scholarships: These scholarships are for students who are proceeding to levels beyond Class 10 such as higher Secondary and university, diploma, and masters levels. It assists students depending on his/her outcome after sitting for matriculation (10th grade).

What Is The Need For SSP Scholarship?

SSP Scholarship solves the problem of the challenges that many students encounter in terms of finances to further their studies. The Karnataka government’s scholarships are aimed at covering merit-based, means-based, caste, and economically disadvantaged students to ensure equity in the system. This welfare enables learners from needy families to regimes in their educational dreams without the cost implications.

Scheme Lists For SSP Scholarship 2024

The following Table Showcases the list of scholarships that the government of Karnataka offers through the various ministries/departments:

Department Name	Scholarship Scheme	Eligibility	Documents Required
Social Welfare Department	Fee Reimbursement	Caste: SC Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA Course: Any	Caste & income certificate Aadhaar (Student & Parents) SATS ID (PUC students) University/Board Reg. No. HMIS ID
	Hostel Fee	Caste: SC, Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA, Course: Any	Same as above
	Day scholar Maintenance	Caste: SC Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA Course: Any	Same as above
Tribal Welfare Department	Fee Reimbursement	Caste: ST Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA Course: Any	Caste & income certificate Aadhaar (Student & Parents) SATS ID University/Board Reg. No. HMIS ID
	Hostel Fee	Caste: ST Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA Course: Any	Same as above
	Day scholar Maintenance	Caste: ST Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA Course: Any	Same as above
Backward Classes Welfare Dept.	Fee Reimbursement	Caste: Cat-1, Other OBC Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA (Cat-1), ₹1 LPA (Other OBC) Course: Any	Caste & income certificate Aadhaar (Student & Parents) SATS ID University/Board Reg. No. HMIS ID
	Post matric Scholarship	Same as above	Same as above
	Vidhyasiri	Same as above	Same as above
Minority Welfare Department	Fee Reimbursement	Caste: Minorities Income: Less than ₹2.5 LPA (Cat-1), ₹1 LPA (Other OBC) Course: Any	Caste & income certificate NSP ID Aadhaar (Student & Parents) SATS ID University/Board Reg. No. HMIS ID
	Merit-cum-means	Same as above	Same as above
Technical Education Dept.	Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST)	Caste: SC/ST Income: ₹2.5 LPA to ₹10 LPA Course: BE/B.Tech, B-Arch, Diploma (KEA-CET)	Caste & income certificate Aadhaar (Student & Parents) SATS ID University/Board Reg. No. HMIS ID
	Fee Reimbursement (Defence)	Caste: No restriction Income: No restriction Course: BE/B.Tech, B-Arch, Diploma (KEA-CET) Defence: Parent serving as Non-Commissioned/Junior Officer	Caste & income certificate Aadhaar (Student & Parents) SATS ID University/Board Reg. No. HMIS ID Service Certificate (Defence)
Medical Education Department	Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST)	Caste: SC/ST Income: ₹2.5 LPA to ₹10 LPA Course: Medical (MBBS, BDS, etc.)	Same as above
AYUSH Department	Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST)	Caste: SC/ST Income: ₹2.5 LPA to ₹10 LPA Course: Medical (MBBS, BDS, etc.)	Same as above

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What Are The Objectives Of The SSP Scholarship?

The main objectives of the SSP Scholarship are:

To provide financial assistance to economically disadvantaged students.
To promote higher education by reducing dropout rates in school and college.
To ensure equal educational opportunities for minority groups and students from backward communities.
To simplify the scholarship application process through a centralised digital platform.

What Are The Benefits Of SSP Scholarship?

The SSP Scholarship provides multiple benefits to students. Some of these benefits are listed below

Financial Support: The costs include tuition fees, books as well as other miscellaneous expenses for which students get financial aid to cater for.
Equal Opportunities: The scholarship will help to ensure that such students from EwS or a minority can get a chance to study in good schools.
Merit-Based Awards: Students who excel academically are rewarded, encouraging them to continue their studies.
Easy Application Process: As there is a centralized portal, one does not even need much effort to apply for scholarships to be granted.

What Are The Eligibility Criteria Of SSP Scholarship?

The applicant needs to have these points checked to avail the benefits of the SSP Scholarship

Annual household income should not exceed ₹2,50,000 (this may vary by scheme).
The student must be a resident of Karnataka.
The student must have passed the previous exam.
A valid caste and income certificate.
The student must possess an Aadhaar card.

What Documents Are Required For The SSP Scholarship?

Following is the list of the important documents required for the SSP Scholarship:

Mark sheet of the last qualifying examination.
Valid caste certificate.
Valid income certificate.
Linked passbook with Aadhaar number for a bank account.
Fee receipt number.
Enrollment number.
Aadhaar card number.
Latest passport-size photo (scanned).

How To Apply For The SSP Scholarship?

Follow these steps to complete your application:

Step 1: Visit the official website.
Step 2: Click on the 'Students' option and start the application process from the student section.
Step 3: Create a new account if you are a new user.
Step 4: Log in with your details and password to complete the SSP Scholarship registration.
Step 5: Fill in the necessary details and upload scanned documents in the required format.
Step 6: Verify the entered details and submit your application.

How To Check The Status Of The SSP Scholarship?

Students can easily check their SSP scholarship status by following these steps:

Step 1: Visit the official SSP website.
Step 2: Click on ‘Application Status’ from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Fill in your application details and click on ‘Search’.
Step 4: The status of your application will be displayed on the screen.

Important Dates

Interested and eligible applicants who are planning to apply for the scholarship need to follow some dates and apply accordingly. List of those important dates for the upcoming year are listed below:

Application beginning on	August 2025
Application ending on	December 2025
Verification deadline	January 2026

Conclusion

The SSP Scholarship is also beneficial for the students from Karnataka as they will get the scholarship for study. It also has a simple process of applying for the scholarship making it possible for all the students from all the parts of the world to be able to pursue their dreams in education without worrying about finances. This scholarship is available both for the pre-matric and post-matric scholars which means that this scholarship covers all levels of education.

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