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CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi — Scholarship for Farmers' Children (Karnataka)
Karnataka Agriculture Department scholarship for children of farmers and agricultural labourers who study after Class 10 (PUC, ITI, diploma, degree, PG, PhD). The parent farmer's land is checked through the state FRUITS (Farmer Registration and Unified Beneficiary Information System) database, so the parent must have a FRUITS ID. There is no family income limit. Students who failed or repeat a year are not eligible. Applications go through the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal (SSP). The last date changes every year; secondary sources mention 31 Dec 2026, which is NOT confirmed. Helpline 1800 425 3553.
Amount / benefit: ₹2,500–₹11,000 a year (varies)
Source: Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka (applications on SSP)
What you get
Yearly amount paid by DBT; it depends on course level and gender, with girls getting more. Secondary sources report ₹2,500 to ₹11,000 a year; confirm the exact amount for your course on the portal.
Who is eligible
- Resident (domicile) of Karnataka
- Education level: Class 12, Diploma, Bachelor's degree (UG), Master's degree (PG)
Final eligibility is decided by the official authority. Read the official notification before you apply.
Documents required
- FRUITS ID of the parent farmer (land must be registered)
- Karnataka residence / domicile proof
- Admission proof and fee receipt for the current course
- Previous year marksheet (pass certificate)
- Aadhaar and Aadhaar-linked bank account of the student
How to apply, step by step
- Make sure your parent (the farmer) is registered on the Karnataka FRUITS portal and note the FRUITS ID. Their land must be in the record.
- Open the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal (SSP) and register or log in as a student.
- Choose the CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi scheme under the Department of Agriculture and fill in your course, college and bank details.
- Upload the documents listed on this card and submit the application.
- Your institute verifies the form. Track the status on the portal, fix anything that is sent back, and keep your bank account Aadhaar-linked. For help call 1800 425 3553.
हिंदी में आवेदन कैसे करें
- पक्का करें कि आपके माता/पिता (किसान) कर्नाटक के FRUITS पोर्टल पर रजिस्टर्ड हैं और FRUITS ID लिख लें। उनकी ज़मीन रिकॉर्ड में होनी चाहिए।
- कर्नाटक स्टेट स्कॉलरशिप पोर्टल (SSP) खोलें और छात्र के रूप में रजिस्टर या लॉगिन करें।
- कृषि विभाग के अंतर्गत CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi योजना चुनें और अपना कोर्स, कॉलेज और बैंक विवरण भरें।
- इस कार्ड पर बताए दस्तावेज़ अपलोड करें और आवेदन सबमिट करें।
- आपका संस्थान फ़ॉर्म सत्यापित करता है। पोर्टल पर स्थिति देखें, कुछ वापस आए तो ठीक करें, और बैंक खाता आधार से लिंक रखें। मदद के लिए 1800 425 3553 पर कॉल करें।
Last date
The last date is announced on the official website and can change each year. Please check the official portal before you apply.
Official website
https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in (Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka (applications on SSP))
Details are compiled from official sources. Always confirm on the official website before applying. Found a mistake? Tell us.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi — Scholarship for Farmers' Children (Karnataka)?
Resident (domicile) of Karnataka; Education level: Class 12, Diploma, Bachelor's degree (UG), Master's degree (PG). Final eligibility is decided by the official authority.
What does CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi — Scholarship for Farmers' Children (Karnataka) give?
Yearly amount paid by DBT; it depends on course level and gender, with girls getting more. Secondary sources report ₹2,500 to ₹11,000 a year; confirm the exact amount for your course on the portal. Amount: ₹2,500–₹11,000 a year (varies).
Which documents are needed for CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi — Scholarship for Farmers' Children (Karnataka)?
FRUITS ID of the parent farmer (land must be registered), Karnataka residence / domicile proof, Admission proof and fee receipt for the current course, Previous year marksheet (pass certificate), Aadhaar and Aadhaar-linked bank account of the student.
What is the official website for CM Raitha Vidya Nidhi — Scholarship for Farmers' Children (Karnataka)?
The official website is https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in (source: Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka (applications on SSP)).