Karnataka SC Prize Money 2026-27 Apply Online for Post Matric Scholarship

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The Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka, has officially released the notification inviting online applications for the Post-Matric Incentive (Prize Money) scheme for the academic year 2026-27. Applications are invited from eligible Scheduled Caste (SC) students who have successfully passed their respective post-matric courses in their very first attempt. Interested and eligible candidates can gather their required documents and submit the online application form through the official Social Welfare Department portal.

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Karnataka SC Prize Money 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Karnataka
Scheme Name	Post-Matric Incentive (Prize Money)
Beneficiaries	Scheduled Caste (SC) Students
Academic Year	2026-27
Criteria	Must have passed in the First Attempt
Application Mode	Online
Helpline Number	94823 00400 (24×7)

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Karnataka SC Prize Money Important Dates

(Note: Exact portal opening and closing dates are not specified on the poster, but generally align with the academic result declarations. Please keep an eye on the official website).

Event	Dates
Notification Release	May 2026
Online Application Start Date	Already Started
Last Date to Apply Online	To Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Academic Requirements

To apply and successfully receive the prize money, candidates must strictly meet the following criteria:

Basic Eligibility:

Category: Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Karnataka.
Institution: The course must have been completed in a recognized Government or Private institution located within Karnataka.

Academic Requirements:

First Attempt Rule: The student must have passed all subjects in their examination in their very first attempt.
Students who failed a subject and passed in supplementary exams are not eligible.
Minimum Marks (First Class): The student must have achieved a minimum of 60% or above (First Class division).
For students whose results are in CGPA, the equivalent percentage must be 60% or higher.
Course Eligibility: Students who have completed SSLC (10th), 2nd PUC, 3-Year Polytechnic Diploma, Undergraduate Degrees (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, etc.), Postgraduate Degrees (M.A., M.Sc., etc.), and Professional Courses (B.E., MBBS, Agriculture, etc.) are eligible.

(Note on Prize Amounts: Amounts range from ₹7,000 to ₹15,000 for SSLC, ₹20,000 for PUC/Diploma, ₹25,000 for Degree, ₹30,000 for PG, and ₹35,000 for Professional courses).

Aadhaar Mapping & Bank Linkage (Crucial Step)

The prize money is disbursed entirely through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Because of this, Aadhaar mapping is the most critical part of your application.

NPCI Mapping Status: Your Bank Account must be linked to your Aadhaar card, and the NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India) mapping must be ACTIVE.
What if it is not linked? If your Aadhaar is not linked to your bank account for DBT, you will receive an “Aadhaar Seeding Problem” or “NPCI Inactive” error while applying, and the money will not be credited.
How to Fix: You must physically visit your bank branch, submit an “Aadhaar Seeding Form for DBT,” and explicitly ask the bank manager to map your account to the NPCI server.
Name Match: The name on your Aadhaar card must exactly match your SSLC marks card and bank account for smooth verification.

Required Documents for Prize Money Application

You must scan and keep the following documents ready before starting the online application:

Aadhaar Card (Linked with a mobile number for OTP verification).
Caste and Income Certificate (You will need the 15-digit RD Number starting with RD…).
Educational Marks Cards:
For SSLC / PUC: Final Marks Card.
For Diploma, Degree, or PG: You must have the marks cards for every semester.
Bank Passbook (Front page showing Account Number, IFSC, and Name).
Passport-Size Photograph (JPEG format).
Mobile Number (Must be active to receive Aadhaar authentication OTP).

(Note on file sizes: PDF format is generally required for uploading marks cards, and files must be under 500 KB).

How To Apply For Karnataka SC Prize Money

The application process is entirely online. SC students apply via the Social Welfare Department (SWD) portal, and ST students apply via the Tribal Welfare Department (TWD) portal.

Step 1: Visit the Official Portal

For SC Students: Go to swdservices.karnataka.gov.in or sw.kar.nic.in
Click on the “Prize Money Scholarship 2026” application link.

Step 2: Aadhaar Validation (e-KYC)

Select your course level (SSLC or Post-Matric).
Click on “Validate Aadhaar”. You will be redirected to the DBT portal.
Enter your Aadhaar Number and select “OTP” as the authentication mode.
Enter the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and click Submit.

Step 3: Enter Academic Details

Enter your SSLC registration number, pass-out year, and board type. The system will fetch your basic details.

Step 4: Fill the Application Form

Fill out your personal details (Father’s/Mother’s name, communication address).
Enter your valid Caste and Income Certificate RD Number (the system will verify it automatically).
Enter your College and Course details, including your college registration number.

Step 5: Document Upload

Upload your photo.
Upload your marks cards. Important for Degree/PG students: You must upload the marks cards for every single semester separately in PDF format.

Step 6: Submit and Print

Review all details carefully. Once submitted, changes are difficult to make.
Submit the application and download/print the Final Acknowledgment Receipt.

Step 7: Physical Submission of Documents

Online application is not the final step! Within a week of applying online, you must take a printout of the Acknowledgment, attach copies of all your uploaded documents (Marks cards, Aadhaar, Bank Passbook, Caste Certificate), get them attested, and submit them to your District Social Welfare Office (for SC) or District Tribal Welfare Office (for ST).

Karnataka SC Prize Money Important Links

Documents	Links
Official SWD Website	swd.karnataka.gov.in
Apply online Prize money	Click here to apply
Helpline Number	94823 00400
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1. Who can apply for Karnataka SC Prize Money Scheme?

SC/ST students who are permanent residents of Karnataka and passed their eligible course in first attempt with minimum first class marks can apply.

2. What is the minimum percentage required for the Prize Money scheme?

tudents must secure at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in their qualifying examination.

3. Is Aadhaar linked bank account mandatory for Karnataka SC Prize Money?

Yes, candidates must have an Aadhaar linked and NPCI mapped bank account for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

4. Can students who passed in their second attempt apply?

No, as per the notification, the incentive is explicitly for students who have passed in their first attempt (ಪ್ರಥಮ ಪ್ರಯತ್ನದಲ್ಲಿ ಉತ್ತೀರ್ಣರಾದ).

5. Is there any application Fee for this?

No, there is no application fee it is completely free

Karnataka SC Prize Money Application 2026-27