Vidyasiri-Food and Accommodation Scholarship Scheme (VFAS) is specifically designed for students from backward classes pursuing post-matric courses in government, local, aided, and recognized private institutions affiliated with statutory universities in Karnataka.
The scheme requires students to link their Aadhaar number to their bank account. To be eligible for the scheme, students must be citizens of India and permanent residents of Karnataka. They should belong to backward classes listed by the Government of India or the State Government. Students who have not secured admission in any departmental or government-funded student hostel and are studying in post-matric courses are eligible to apply. The scheme provides a monthly stipend of Rs. 1,500 for 10 months, totaling Rs. 15,000 per annum, which is directly credited to the students’ bank accounts. The income of the student’s family should fall within specific limits based on the category they belong to. The eligibility criteria also include minimum marks required in the previous year’s annual examination for fresh and renewal students.
Benefits
- Financial assistance for food and accommodation expenses.
- Monthly stipend of ₹1,500 for 10 months per academic year.
- Support for students belonging to backward classes.
- Direct crediting of funds to students’ bank accounts.
- Encourages higher education for financially disadvantaged students.
- Academic performance-based eligibility to promote excellence.
- Reduces financial burden for students pursuing post-matric courses.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Vidyasiri-Food and Accommodation Scholarship Scheme, students must meet the following criteria:
- Must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of Karnataka.
- Must belong to backward classes listed by the Government of India or the State Government.
- Must be pursuing post-matric courses in government, local, aided, or recognized private institutions affiliated with statutory universities in Karnataka.
- Must not have secured admission in any departmental or government-funded hostel.
- Annual family income must fall within the specified limits based on the student’s category.
Exclusions
Students will not be eligible if they:
- Are repeating equivalent courses more than once.
- Are practicing medicine during postgraduate medical courses.
- Have changed courses multiple times.
Application Process
Online Application Steps
- Visit the official scholarship portal designated for the scheme.
- Fill out the application form online through the Student Scholarship Portal (SSP).
- Provide personal and academic details accurately.
- Upload necessary documents including:
- Aadhaar card
- Bank account details
- Caste certificate
- Income certificate
- Previous year’s marks card
- Print a copy of the filled application form.
Offline Submission & Verification
- Submit the hard copy of the application form along with required documents to your respective college.
- College principals and inspection officers will verify and review the submitted application.
- Taluk Backward Classes Welfare Officer will further verify the student’s eligibility.
- District Backward Classes Welfare Officer will confirm compliance with scheme guidelines.
- College principal will verify attendance records, ensuring students maintain a minimum of 75% attendance.
- Final approval is granted based on:
- Category-wise reservations
- Merit-cum-means criteria
- Budget availability
Documents Required
Applicants need to provide the following documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank account details (Account number & IFSC code)
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Previous year’s marks card
- Medical Certificate (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- The Vidyasiri-Food and Accommodation Scholarships Scheme is what?
Under a Karnataka government project, students from underprivileged backgrounds receive ₹15,000 yearly for food and lodging expenses. - For this scholarship, who qualifies?
Students enrolled in post-matric courses without access to government-funded dorms are permanent residents of Karnataka from backward classes. - Under this programme, how much stipend is given?
For ten months, qualified students get ₹1,500 monthly, which comes to ₹15,000 annually. - How are the grants allocated under this scheme?
Grants are approved at the taluk level based on category-wise reservations, merit, and available budget. - How can I apply for the Vidyasiri-Food and Accommodation Scholarship Scheme?
Students must apply online via the Student Scholarship Portal (SSP), submit documents, and undergo verification at multiple levels. - What are the eligibility criteria for fresh and renewal students?
Fresh students must meet minimum academic marks criteria, while renewal students need continuous academic progress and attendance compliance. - Can I apply if I have changed courses more than once?
No, students who have changed courses multiple times are not eligible for the scholarship. - Can male students from the same family apply?
Yes, male students from the same family can apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.