SSP Pre Matric Scholarship

The goal of the SSP Pre Matric Scholarship is to help students in grades 1 through 10 financially. The SSP scholarship seeks to lower the number of pre-matriculation dropouts who are struggling financially. The scholarship money is sent straight to the student's bank account by the government. 

Updated On - 20 Jul 2026
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What is the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

The SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship is a government initiative offered through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP) of Karnataka. It is designed to provide financial assistance to students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing their pre-matriculation education (up to Class 10). The primary objective is to encourage education among students, particularly those from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and other minority communities. 

Eligible students can apply for this award by enrolling in the State Scholarship Portal maintained by the Karnataka Government (SSP). Students can submit applications for pre- and post-matriculated scholarships via this website. 

How to Register for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

ssp scholarship

You can follow these steps to register for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship:

  • Go to the SSP pre-matric scholarship's official website 
  • The Pre-Matric Scholarship is listed on the homepage 
  • Next, select Create an Account 
  • Complete the necessary information, such as the captcha code, password, and 11-digit SSP ID 
  • Fill out the application 
  • Students must click on the e-kyc tab to finish the e-kyc process 
  • Enter information such as the student's Aadhaar number and the OTP that was sent to the Aadhaar-linked cellphone number 
  • To submit the SSP pre-matric scholarship application, click the submit button. 

How to Log in to the SSP Scholarship Portal?

Follow the steps mentioned below to log into the SSP pre-matric scholarship:

Step 1: Click on the link https://ssp.karnataka.gov.in/.

Step 2: Click on 'Student Login', following which you will have to enter your User ID and Password, and the CPTCHA code and then click on 'Login'. 

Step 3: Click on e-KYC to verify your Aadhaar number. 

Step 4:  Once you have logged in, you can apply for the pre-matric scholarship by choosing the option 'Apply for SSP pre-matric scholarship'.

Step 5: Enter your SATS (Student Achievement Tracking System) ID and click on “Get Data”. The system will fetch your details such as your name, school, and date of birth. You will then need to enter information such as your caste, parent’s name and occupation, religion, Income certificate RD number, and caste certificate RD number.  

Step 6: Click on “Check”

Step 7: Enter your personal and hostel details such as taluk, PIN code, disability status, and whether you live in a government funded hostel. 

Step 8: Click “Next” to view a preview of your application.

Step 9: Review and click on “Final submit”. 

Step 10: You will see an acknowledgment message on your screen once all the information has been successfully entered. 

Eligibility Criteria for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship

The following are the eligibility criteria for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship:

  • The SSP Karnataka grant is available to students in grades 1 through 10 
  • They must have a Karnataka residence 
  • Students from other backward classes (OBC), scheduled castes (SC), and scheduled tribes (ST) are eligible to apply 
  • The students' family income must not exceed Rs. 1 lakh annually 
  • Students must have passed the most recent qualifying exam with at least 50% of the possible points 
  • The scholarship is available to parents who don't have a regular job and can't afford to send their children to school. 

Documents Required for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship

Given below is the list of documents to be submitted in order to apply for SSP pre-matric scholarship:

  • A photograph 
  • Parents' and students' Aadhar cards 
  • 11-digit SATS student ID 
  • Certificate of Caste/EWS 
  • Certificate of income 
  • Passbook for a bank account 
  • Mobile number connected to Aadhaar. 

How to Track SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship Status

Below are the steps on how to track the status of SSP:

Step 1: Click on the official SSP Portal.

Step 2: On the main page, click on ‘Click here to know Pre-Matric Scholarship Status’

Step 3: Enter your SATS ID and the financial year and click on 'Search'.

List of Pre-Matric Scholarship Schemes

SSP Scholarship Departments

SSP Scholarships

Department of Backward Classes Welfare

  • Pre-matric scholarship for BCWD PM YASASVI
  • Post-matric scholarship for NTSNT

Department of Tribal Welfare

  • Pre-matric scholarship
  • Post-matric scholarship

Department of Minority Welfare 

  • Pre-matric scholarship
  • Post-matric scholarship

Department of Social Welfare

  • Pre-matric scholarship for wards of unclean occupation employees
  • Pre-matric scholarship students from Schedule Caste community
  • SSP post-matric scholarship Karnataka for students from Schedule Caste community

Helpline Numbers

Given below are the following helpline numbers you can contact in case of any query:

Department

Contact Number

Email

Helpline

1902

-

Social Welfare Department

9482300400 / 080-22634300

swdcontrolroom@gmail.com

Tribal Welfare Department

9482300400 / 080-22634300

swdcontrolroom@gmail.com

DEPARTMENT OF MINORITY WELFARE

8277799990

-

Backward Classes Welfare Department

8050770004 / 8050770005

-

Department Of Agriculture

1800-425-3553

-

Kutumba

080-22371030

kutumbasupport@karnataka.gov.in

Benefits of SSP Pre Matric Scholarship

Here are the benefits of SSP pre matric scholarship as follows: 

  • Parents are encouraged to send their kids to school by the pre-matric SSP scholarship 
  • It lessens their financial load on a monetary basis 
  • The children's educational expenses are covered by the SSP scholarship 
  • It supports kids in improving their social and academic backgrounds. 

FAQs on SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship

  1. Can anyone in India apply for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

    No, only students belonging to Karnataka can apply for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship.

  2. What is the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

    SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship is offered by the government of Karnataka to students from class I to X belonging to SC, ST, and OBC communities.

  3. Is an OBC student whose family income is more than Rs.1 lakh eligible to apply for the SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

    No, only students whose family income is not more than Rs.1 lakh can apply for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship.

  4. How can I check my SSP Scholarship status?

    To check your SSP Scholarship status, you have to visit the official SSP portal and enter your SATS ID. Then, select the financial year and click on 'Search'.

  5. Is National Scholarship Portal (NSP) ID compulsory to apply for SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship?

    Yes. NSP ID is compulsory to avail yourself of the benefits of SSP Pre-Matric Scholarship.

  6. Is SSP Pre Matric Scholarship paid monthly?

    The SSP Pre Matric scholarship amount is paid depending upon the course or scheme type. In some cases, the amount is paid before the start of the academic year. While in some cases, it gets paid in installments or during the middle of the semester or session.

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