The Karnataka Government, through the Social Welfare Department, has announced the Prize Money Scholarship for the academic year 2026–27. This scheme is aimed at supporting students from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories who perform well in their exams.
Scholarship Amount
Eligible students can receive financial assistance ranging from:
- ₹7,500 to ₹75,000, depending on their qualification level.
Eligibility Criteria
- The student must belong to SC/ST category
- Must have passed in the academic year 2026–27
- Should have secured minimum 60% marks
Scholarship Details by Education Level
1. SSLC (10th Standard) Students
- Students who score 60% or above are eligible
- No need to apply separately
- The scholarship amount will be directly credited to the student’s bank account
- Payment is usually released within 15 days after results
2. 2nd PUC (12th Standard) Students
- Must score at least 60% marks
- Eligible students will receive around ₹20,000
- Application is mandatory
- Apply through online centers (like CSC)
- Submit application printout along with documents to the Social Welfare Office
3. Degree / Higher Education Students
- Includes:
- Degree (UG)
- Postgraduate (PG)
- Diploma
- ITI
- Students scoring 60% and above can receive:
- ₹20,000 to ₹75,000
- Application must be submitted once the portal opens
Application Start Date
- Applications will begin:
- 15 days after SSLC & PUC results are announced
- For PUC and higher education:
- Application may start within 1–2 months after results
Important Note
- If SSLC students do not receive the scholarship despite scoring 60%:
- Visit the nearest Social Welfare Department office
- Verify your eligibility and status
How Payment is Processed
- The government prepares a list of eligible SC/ST students
- Students with 60%+ marks are identified
- The scholarship amount is directly transferred to bank accounts
Application Mode
- Online application required (for PUC and above)
- Submit printed application + documents to the department
FAQs
1. Who can get this scholarship?
Students belonging to SC/ST categories in Karnataka
2. Minimum marks required?
At least 60% marks
3. Is application online or offline?
- Application is online
- But documents must be submitted offline
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The Prize Money Scholarship 2026–27 is a valuable initiative by the Karnataka Government to encourage academic excellence among SC/ST students. With benefits up to ₹75,000, students should ensure they meet eligibility criteria and apply on time to receive financial support for their education.
