Prabhuddha Overseas Scholarship 2026: Up to 100% Financial Support for SC/ST Students
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Quick answer
The Prabhuddha Overseas Scholarship provides financial assistance to SC/ST students from Karnataka for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies abroad. Scholarships range from 33% to 100% based on family income. Eligible students can apply online through the official Karnataka Social Welfare Department portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to 100% scholarship based on income |
| Ministry / department | Social Welfare Department |
| Level | State Government (Karnataka) |
| Income limit | ₹15 lakh |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Prabhuddha Overseas Scholarship scheme supports SC/ST students who are permanent residents of Karnataka to study full-time degree programmes overseas in fields like engineering, management, sciences, agriculture, commerce, humanities, fine arts, and law. The scholarship amount depends on the family’s annual income, with higher aid for lower income groups. Applicants must have valid admission, meet age and academic criteria, and have cleared standardised tests such as GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, or IELTS. This scheme aims to encourage higher education and research among SC/ST communities by easing financial barriers for international studies.
Benefits
- 100% scholarship for families with annual income below Rs 8 lakh
- 50% scholarship for families with annual income between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 15 lakh
- 33% scholarship for families with annual income above Rs 15 lakh
- 33% reservation of scholarship quota for women
- 5% reservation of scholarship quota for physically handicapped candidates
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Karnataka state
- Age limit is 21 years for undergraduate courses
- Age limit is 35 years for postgraduate and doctoral courses
- Minimum 80% marks or equivalent grade in qualifying exams for undergraduate courses
- Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in qualifying exams for postgraduate and doctoral courses
- Must have cleared GRE/GMAT/TOEFL/IELTS exams with minimum required scores
- Must have secured admission in a full-time degree programme at an overseas university or college
- Must belong to SC/ST community
- Field of study must be in specified disciplines such as engineering, management, sciences, agriculture, commerce, humanities, fine arts, or law
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Latest income certificate including both parents
- Income Tax Returns for last 2 years
- Degree or Master Degree Convocation Certificate
- Degree or Master Degree all semester marks cards
- Offer letter from the overseas university
- Copy of Passport
- Tuition fee and maintenance fee details as sent by the university
How to apply
- 1Visit the official Karnataka Social Welfare Department portal
- 2Register or login to the portal
- 3Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and admission details
- 4Upload all required documents as per the checklist
- 5Submit the application online before the deadline
- 6Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Prabhuddha Overseas Scholarship?+
SC/ST students who are permanent residents of Karnataka with admission to full-time overseas degree programmes and meeting age, academic, and test score criteria.
What is the scholarship amount provided?+
Scholarship ranges from 33% to 100% of fees based on family annual income slabs.
Is there any reservation in the scholarship quota?+
Yes, 33% of the quota is reserved for women and 5% for physically handicapped candidates.
What documents are required to apply?+
Documents include Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, income certificates, IT returns, degree certificates, admission offer letter, passport copy, and fee details.
How can I apply for this scholarship?+
You can apply online through the Karnataka Social Welfare Department’s official portal.
What fields of study are covered under this scholarship?+
Fields include engineering, management, pure and applied sciences, agriculture, medicine, commerce, economics, finance, humanities, social sciences, fine arts, and law.
What is the age limit for applying?+
21 years for undergraduate courses and 35 years for postgraduate and doctoral courses.
Is a valid passport mandatory?+
Yes, applicants must have a valid passport to be eligible.
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