Vidyasiri Scholarship 2023-24: Vidyasiri Scholarship is a government-sponsored scholarship scheme for students belonging to economically backward classes. The main objective of the scholarship is to financially support students from backwards classes who wish to pursue post-matriculation studies. The scheme is administered by the Department of Backward Classes Welfare, Government of Karnataka.
The Government of Karnataka has made the scholarship distribution arrangement easier through ePass (Electronic Payment and application system of Scholarships). The ePass system enables the students to get their scholarships without any hassle.
The ePass system successfully brings together all welfare departments such as treasury, Secondary Scholarship Leaving Certificate (SSLC) database, colleges and banks for efficient and transparent scholarship distribution to eligible students.
Karnataka Government offers Vidyasiri Scholarship in three types:
1. Free Hostel Accommodation/Fee for Post-Matric Courses: The government provides free hostel accommodation and fees for post-matriculation courses for students (who have passed 10th) belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), Other Backward Classes (OBC), economically backward classes categories.
2. Prathibha Puraskar Scholarship for SSLC/Secondary PUC: The Prathiba Puraskar Scholarship is given to students who have secured 90% or more marks in the SSLC/Secondary PUC examinations and are from the ST, SC, OBC, economically backward classes categories.
3. Full Course Fee concession for PMS FAAS, FC, and NUR: The Full Course Fee concession is provided to students with at least 75% attendance in the Post-Matriculation program and belonging to the ST, SC, OBC, economically backward classes categories.
Vidyasiri Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Students belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) are eligible for the scholarship.
- Students who have passed 10th standard from Karnataka Board and are pursuing post-matriculation courses in government-aided, local or non-aided institutions affiliated to Karnataka universities.
- The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed INR 2.5 lakhs.
- The applicant must be a resident of Karnataka.
Eligibility Criteria for all 3 types of Vidyasiri Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria for Free Hostel Accommodation/Fee for Post-Matric Courses
- The student must be a resident of Karnataka.
- The family income should not exceed INR 2,50,000 per annum.
- The student should be enrolled in Post-Matriculation or PUC II course in any college located outside the limits of their local body (municipality/corporation)
- The students belonging to SC/ST, OBC, BC and PwD categories should obtain at least 40% marks in the qualifying examination.
- The students belonging to 2A, 3A and 3B categories should obtain a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying examination.
Eligibility Criteria for Prathibha Puraskar Scholarship
- The students should have a minimum of 90% marks in the SSLC or PUC exam.
- The students belonging to Category-1 (related SC/ST/OBC/OWD) should have a family income of less than INR 1,00,000 per annum.
- For students belonging to 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B categories, the family income limit is INR 2,50,000 per annum.
- Students must study in Higher education or Professional Courses approved by Karnataka Government.
- This scholarship is available only once in a lifetime for each student.
Eligibility Criteria for Full Course Fee concession for PMS FAAS, FC, and NUR
- Students belonging to SC/ST BC, OBC and differently-abled communities with more than 75% in the qualifying examination.
- Students belonging to SC/ST should have a family income of less than INR 2,00,000 per annum.
- Students belonging to SC/ST should have a family income of less than INR 1,00,000 per annum.
Documents Required for Vidyasiri Scholarship
Here is a list of documents that you will need to apply for the Vidyasiri Scholarship:
- Candidate Aadhaar card
- Date of birth certificate
- SC/ ST/ OBC/ PWD certificate
- Senior Secondary Leaving Certificate (SSLC)
- Transfer Certificate (TC) from your school or college
- Family annual income certificate
- Student Bank details
- Passport size photos
- Residential certificate of Karnataka
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Fee receipt from school/college
If you are applying for the scholarship online, you will need to upload scanned copies of these documents. You may be asked to submit them at a later stage. Make sure to keep originals handy as well.
Vidyasiri Scholarship (ePASS) Reward Amount
The scholarship amount varies depending on the type of scholarship as well as the family income of the applicant. The detailed break-up is given below:
- For Free Hostel Accommodation/Fee for Post-Matric Courses: Full course fee waiver + Free hostel accommodation expenses.
- For Prathiba Puraskar: INR 1,500 per month for 10 months (INR 150000 per annum)
- For PMS-FAAS/FC/NUR: Full course fee waiver for the selected students.
How to Apply for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
The application process is entirely online. Students can apply for the scholarship through the official website of the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal.
Here is the step-by-step guide on how to fill out the application form and submit it.
Step 1. Visit the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal and click on “CREATE NEW ACCOUNT”.
Step 2. Enter your Aadhaar number to proceed with the registration process.
Step 3. Fill out the form with all the necessary details.
Step 4. After logging in, fill out the application form for the Vidyasiri scholarship.
Step 5. After filling and submitting the form online:
- Take printouts of your submission.
- Attach the necessary self-attested documents.
- Verify the information for accuracy and submit it to the nearest Karnataka Student Scholarship Board office.
Check Vidyasiri Scholarship Application Status
You can check the status of your Vidyasiri scholarship application by following the steps below:
Step 1. Visit the official website KarePass.cgg.gov.in.
Step 2. Click on the link to “Student Services >> APPLICATION STATUS“.
Step 3. Next, enter your application number, academic year, SSLC details and date of birth.
Step 5. Finally, click on the “Get Status” option and the scholarship application status will be displayed on the screen.
Check Vidyasiri Scholarship Application Number
Student can retrieve their application number by following the steps below:
Step 1. Visit the KARePASS website.
Step 2. Click on the “KNOW YOUR APPLICATION NUMBER” button under the student services tab.
Step 3. Enter the necessary details such as fresh/renewal, SSLC year of passing, pass type, registration number and date of birth.
Step 4. After entering the details, click on the get scholarship details button.
The applicant’s application number will be displayed on the screen.
Note: This is only for Vidyasiri Scholarship applicants. Hostel applicants should click on the get hostel details button instead.
Vidyasiri Scholarship Selection Procedure
Student selection for Vidyasiri Scholarship will be based on the following:
- Student online submitted application form
- Documents required for Vidyasiri Scholarship
- Confirmation by college principals and inspection officers
- Submission by taluk backward classes welfare officers
- Verification of documents by taluk officers
After the taluk officers have verified the documents, they will be submitted online. A committee will be formed to select the eligible students for the Vidyasiri Scholarship. The committee will consider the following factors:
- Annual family income
- Academic performance
- Extra-curricular activities
The selected students will be intimated through their registered mobile numbers. They will also be able to check their name in the list of selected students on the Vidyasiri Scholarship website.
Vidyasiri Scholarship Last Date
The last date to apply for the Vidyasiri Scholarship is 30 May 2023. The application process is completely online. No offline applications will be accepted.
Vidyasiri Scholarship Contact Details
The Department of Backward Classes Welfare offers the Vidyasiri Scholarship, Govt. of Karnataka. The contact details of the department are as follows:
Vidyasiri Scholarship Helpline Numbers:
- 8050770004
- 8050370005
- 8050770006
Email ID: [email protected]
The Karnataka Backward Classes Welfare Department Address:
Karnataka Backward Classes Welfare Department
No.16/D, 3rd Floor, Devraj Urs Bhavan,
Millers Tank Bed Road, Vasanth Nagar,
Bangalore – 560052.
FAQs
1. How to Apply for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
You can apply for Vidyasiri Scholarship online by visiting Karnataka State Scholarship Portal.
2. When Is the Last Date to Apply for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
The last date for applying Vidyasiri Scholarship is 30 May 2023.
3. Who Are Eligible for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
Eligibility criteria for Vidyasiri Scholarship are as follows:
- Students must be domiciled in Karnataka state.
- Students must have passed the 10th or 12th standard from a Karnataka state board.
- Students must belong to a backward class as defined by the Karnataka state government.
- Annual family income of the student must not exceed INR 2 lakhs.
4. How Much Scholarship Amount Will Be Given Under Vidyasiri Scholarship?
The Vidyasiri Scholarship provides a monthly stipend of INR 1,000 to eligible students. Additionally, a book allowance of INR 500 will be given per year.
5. How many students can Apply for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
There is no limit on the number of students applying for the Vidyasiri Scholarship.
6. How Can I Check the Status of My Vidyasiri Scholarship Application?
You can check the status of your Vidyasiri Scholarship application online by logging into Karnataka State Scholarship Portal with your application number.
7. How to Renewal Vidyasiri Scholarship?
Eligible students can renew their Vidyasiri Scholarship by logging into Karnataka State Scholarship Portal and submitting the renewal application before the last date.
8. What Are the Documents Required for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
The following documents are required for Vidyasiri Scholarship:
- 10th or 12th standard mark sheet
- Annual family income certificate
- Domicile certificate
- Caste certificate
9. Who Will Select the Students for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
A committee will be formed to select the eligible students for Vidyasiri Scholarship. The committee will consider the following factors:
- Annual family income
- Academic performance
- Extra-curricular activities
10. How Will I Know If I Have Been Selected for Vidyasiri Scholarship?
The selected students will be intimated through their registered mobile numbers. They will also be able to check their name in the list of selected students on the Vidyasiri Scholarship website.
