Government Schemes of Karnataka

Incentive Scheme for Sericulture Reelers, implemented by the Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation (KMDC), provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 2 lakh to eligible minority silk reelers and spinners. The assistance includes a 50% subsidy component, making it easier for beneficiaries to strengthen their sericulture-based livelihood activities. Applications can be submitted online through the KMDC … Read more

Chief Minister Raitha Vidya Nidhi Scheme is an education assistance scheme implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka. The scheme provides annual scholarship support ranging from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 11,000 to eligible students belonging to farmer and allied worker families. Applications can be submitted through the SSP Portal using a valid FRUITS … Read more

Udyoga Nidhi Scheme is an employment-generation initiative announced by the Commerce & Industries Department, Government of Karnataka, to encourage businesses and industries to create new jobs in the state’s identified backward districts. Under the announced framework, eligible employers can receive an incentive of Rs. 2,500 per month for each new job created for up to … Read more

Shramika Nivasa Scheme is a worker housing initiative announced by the Labour Department, Government of Karnataka. The scheme aims to encourage industries to develop residential facilities near workplaces, helping workers access affordable accommodation closer to their jobs. Detailed implementation guidelines are expected to be released by the government in the coming months. Karnataka Shramika Nivasa … Read more

Vidyarthi Sahayahasta Scheme is a newly announced admission-support initiative of the Government of Karnataka, unveiled on 15 August 2026 to improve access to professional education for students from rural government schools. Under the announcement, eligible students will receive the benefit of a 7.5% special horizontal reservation within the existing 15% rural reservation quota for professional … Read more

Rajiv Gandhi Entrepreneurship Program (RGEP) is a flagship startup-support initiative of the Department of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T, Government of Karnataka, designed to help young Science and Engineering graduates turn innovative ideas into successful startups. Under the programme, 30 selected innovators receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 25,000 for 12 months (up to Rs. … Read more

Bharat Jodo Yuva Sangha Scheme is a youth empowerment initiative of the Government of Karnataka, notified through Government Order No. YSD 268 CDN 2026 dated 13 July 2026. The scheme aims to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas across Gram Panchayats and Urban Wards with an annual grant of Rs. 10 lakh for each Sangha … Read more

The Dr. B.R. Ambedkar International Scholarship Scheme is a Karnataka Government scholarship programme that supports Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students who secure admission to leading foreign universities. Implemented by the Indira Gandhi Centre for Career Development (IGCCD), the scheme covers tuition fees, living expenses, books, medical insurance, and travel costs, helping eligible students pursue … Read more

The Sandhya Kiran Contributory Cashless Healthcare Scheme is a healthcare protection initiative approved by the Karnataka Cabinet on 13 August 2026 for retired Karnataka State Government pensioners aged below 70, family pensioners, and their eligible dependents. Implemented by the Suvarna Arogya Suraksha Trust under the Ayushman Bharat Arogya Karnataka framework, the scheme provides cashless medical … Read more

Vipra Swa Udyama Nera Sala Scheme is a self-employment loan scheme implemented by the Karnataka State Brahmin Development Board (KSBDB) to help eligible economically weaker Brahmin community members establish or expand income-generating activities. Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries can receive financial assistance of up to Rs. 2 lakh, comprising a 20% government subsidy and the … Read more