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About the scholarship
The DMW Fee Reimbursement Scheme for Minorities 2026–27 is run by the Directorate of Minorities, Government of Karnataka through the State Scholarship Portal (SSP). It reimburses fees for students of recognised minority communities enrolled in eligible courses. The minorities-track application window closed on 30 September 2026.
Eligibility
- Belong to a recognised minority community.
- Annual family income of Rs 2.5 lakh or less for MCM (Merit-cum-Means) courses, or Rs 2 lakh or less under the post-matric category.
- Enrolled in an eligible course (internship courses excluded).
- Studying at an eligible college or institution — Karnataka State Open University (KSOU) and residential colleges are excluded.
- Promoted to the present academic year.
Benefits
- Fee reimbursement for eligible minority students (amount per department norms).
- Disbursed through the SSP portal.
Documents required
- Academic marksheet
- Aadhaar card
- Minority certificate
- Category certificate issued by the Tahsildar (current/valid)
- Bank account details (Aadhaar-seeded)
How to apply
- Register on SSPComplete Aadhaar-based one-time registration at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in.
- Select the schemeChoose the DMW Fee Reimbursement Scheme for Minorities, 2026–27.
- Minorities window closed 30 Sep 2026Upload minority and income proofs and track verification.
FAQs
Rs 2.5 lakh or less for MCM courses; Rs 2 lakh or less under the post-matric category.
No — Karnataka State Open University and residential colleges are excluded.
A minority certificate plus a category certificate issued by the Tahsildar.
Verified 16 Oct 2026 via Buddy4Study 2026-27 Karnataka listing (31 Jan 2027 shown on Buddy4Study listing; corrected 16 Oct 2026 — Minorities Welfare Dept closed 30 Sep 2026 per multiple trackers; recognised minority; income ≤ Rs 2.5L MCM / ≤ Rs 2L post-matric; eligible course excl. internships; excl. KSOU and residential colleges; promoted; SSP portal).