Karnataka Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship

The Government of Karnataka announced the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship for the academic year 2023-24 In a significant endeavor to uplift the socio-economic status of farming communities in Karnataka. Administered by the Department of Agriculture, the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship offers a lifeline to students hailing from farming families in Karnataka. To avail of this opportunity, eligible students must register on the dedicated portal. Remarkably, this scholarship does not exclude students already benefiting from other scholarship schemes, enabling a broader segment of society to access higher education.

Under this scheme, financial support is transferred directly into the beneficiaries' bank accounts through the direct benefit transfer method, ensuring that every deserving student in Karnataka can access higher education. With scholarship amounts ranging from INR 2,500 to INR 11,000, this program aims to make education accessible to all, fostering the growth and development of the state's youth. Below, we will be comprehensively delving into the key aspects of this scheme like eligibility, awards, benefits, application process, and more.

This initiative aims to enhance literacy rates and concurrently lower unemployment levels in the state by focusing on the children of farmers, fishermen, and weaver families. 

• To offer financial assistance to children hailing from farming backgrounds, facilitating their pursuit of education, free from financial constraints.
• To grant scholarships to the offspring of farmers, allowing them to continue their education, even in the face of financial challenges.
• Scholarships provided through this scheme range from a minimum of INR 2500 to a maximum of INR 11000.
• This initiative aims to promote higher education among the children of farmers and encourages them to complete their education.
• The scheme also plays a crucial role in elevating the literacy rate within the state.

Aspiring candidates can take a look at the table below to view the key highlights of the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship 2024:

The awards and benefits under the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship 2024 are based on the courses covered under this scheme. The table below is an overview of the award amount offered for different streams and courses:

• Scholarship funds are directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account using the direct benefit transfer method.
• Ensuring that every student in Karnataka has access to higher education is a key goal of this program.
• Students interested in benefiting from this scheme must register on the dedicated portal.
• The scholarship serves as a motivation for the children of farmers to pursue higher education.
• Even if beneficiaries are already receiving support from other scholarship programs, children of farmers can still avail the benefits of this scheme.

Candidates looking to apply for the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship 2024 must ensure that they fulfill the eligibility criteria stated under this scheme. Listed below are the eligibility criteria for this programme:

• Applicants must be permanent residents of Karnataka.
• The applicant's father must be engaged in farming as a profession.
• Candidates are required to have successfully completed the 10th-grade examination from a recognized school, whether affiliated with a central or state board.

Students from Karnataka whose parents are farmers and wish to apply for the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship for the 2023-24 term for their higher education must adhere to the following guidelines-

Applying for the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• On the homepage, find the "Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship" option.
•  Under the online service section, click on the scholarship program for farmer children. 
• A new page will open where you need to select either "Yes" (if you have Aadhar) or "No" (if you don't have Aadhar).
• Depending on your choice, provide the necessary details (Aadhar number, EID number, etc.).
• Tick the declaration.
• Click on "Proceed" to move forward.
• On the subsequent page, fill in all the required information and upload the necessary documents.
• Finally, click on "Submit" to complete your application.

Student Login

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• Access the "Student Login" option from the scholarship program for farmer children.
• You will be directed to a login page where you need to enter your user ID, password, and captcha code.
• Click "Login" to access your student account.

Recovering Your Student ID

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• Find the "Scholarship program for farmer children."
• Click on "Student Login."
• Choose "Know Your Student ID."
• Enter your registered mobile number.
• To obtain your student ID, simply click on "Get Student ID."

Viewing Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship Beneficiary List

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• Click on "Beneficiary List" on the homepage.
• Enter the required details and click "View List" to access the beneficiary information.

Departmental Login

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• Access the "Departmental User Login" option from the scholarship program for farmer children under online services.
• Enter your user ID and password.
• Click "Login" to access the departmental user account.

Student Verification

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• Click on "Click here for e-attestation portal (student)."
• Enter your SST ID and name as in Aadhar.
• Select your gender and enter the captcha code.
• Click "Verify" to complete the student verification process.

Providing Feedback

• Open the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in
• Click on "Feedback/Suggestions" on the homepage.
• Fill out the feedback form with your name, email address, mobile number, address, and feedback.
• Click "Submit" to provide feedback.

Here are the necessary documents candidates must prepare for the Raita Vidya Nidhi Scholarship 2024 application:

• Proof of Identity
• Residence Proof
• Passport Size Photograph
• Mobile Number
• Photocopy of Bank Passbook
• Farmer ID Card
• Class 10th Mark Sheet
• Proof of Age
• Other Relevant Documents.

For any queries, candidates can visit the official website of the Department of Agriculture Government of Kerala @raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in, and follow the steps below:

• Access the homepage.
• Click on "Contacts."
• Choose from the following options:
  • Head Office
  • District Office
• Click on your preferred option, and the necessary details will be displayed on your computer screen.