Veerashaiva Mahasabha Pratibha Puraskar Scholarship
by Akhila Bharatha Veerashaiva Mahasabha
Up to ₹10,000 scholarship
Merit-based scholarship for Lingayat students scoring 90% or above in SSLC or PUC examinations, offering up to ₹10,000 towards educational expenses.
Mode
Online
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual
Duration
One academic year
Eligibility
Open to students from the Lingayat (Veerashaiva) community who have scored minimum 90% marks in SSLC (Class 10) or PUC (Class 11-12, Commerce or Science streams). Income ceiling of ₹1,00,000-₹2,50,000 per annum depending on backward class category. Community membership certificate required.
- Grade level
- Grade 10 to 12
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Minimum 90% marks in SSLC or PUC examination.
- Prerequisites
- Minimum 90% marks in SSLC (Class 10) or PUC (Class 11-12) examination
- Enrolled in Commerce or Science stream at PUC level
- Valid community certificate confirming Lingayat (Veerashaiva) community membership
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Rewards and recognition
Award
Up to ₹10,000 scholarship
Merit award of up to ₹10,000 for qualifying Lingayat students achieving 90%+ in SSLC or PUC examinations.
Recognition
Pratibha Puraskar merit recognition
How to apply
- 1Visit the official ABVM website at www.veerashaivamahasabha.org
- 2Complete the online scholarship application form
- 3Upload required documents: Aadhaar card, income certificate, community certificate, and mark sheets
- 4Save and download the completed application PDF
Rules and guidelines
- Applicants must be from the Lingayat (Veerashaiva) community
- Minimum 90% marks in SSLC or PUC is required
- Income certificate from a competent authority is mandatory
- Community certificate confirming Lingayat membership is mandatory
- Applications must be submitted online before June 25 annually
- No corrections are permitted after form submission
About this opportunity
The Veerashaiva Mahasabha Pratibha Puraskar is a merit-based scholarship awarded annually by Akhila Bharatha Veerashaiva Mahasabha to Lingayat (Veerashaiva) community students who achieve outstanding results in their SSLC (Class 10) or PUC (Class 11 and 12) examinations. The scholarship aims to recognise and reward academic excellence among students from the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community.
Applicants must have scored a minimum of 90% marks in the qualifying examination — SSLC for Class 10 applicants, or PUC for Class 11-12 applicants in the Commerce or Science streams. An income criterion applies, with family income limits set at ₹1,00,000 per annum for Categories 2A, 3A, 3B, and ₹2,50,000 per annum for Category 1. The scholarship offers up to ₹10,000 as a merit award and educational support.
Applications are submitted online through the official ABVM website. Applicants must upload their Aadhaar card, income certificate, community certificate confirming Lingayat community membership, and mark sheets. The annual application deadline is June 25. The scholarship is confirmed active for the 2026 cycle with a June 2026 deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Which examination results qualify for the Pratibha Puraskar scholarship?
Students who have scored a minimum of 90% marks in their SSLC (Class 10) examination or PUC (Class 11-12) examination in Commerce or Science streams are eligible.
Is the scholarship accessible to Lingayat students from all Indian states?
The Akhila Bharatha Veerashaiva Mahasabha is a national organisation. Applicants from all states with valid Lingayat community certificates may apply, though the income criteria reference Karnataka backward class categories.
What documents are required for upload during the online application process?
Applicants must upload their Aadhaar card, income certificate issued by a competent authority, community certificate confirming Lingayat (Veerashaiva) membership, and mark sheets for the qualifying examination.
Are corrections permitted after submitting the online application?
No. ABVM explicitly states that no corrections are permitted after the application form is submitted. Applicants should review all entries carefully before final submission.
What are the key factors for a successful scholarship application?
A successful application typically involves meeting all eligibility criteria, providing accurate and complete documentation, and submitting the application well before the deadline. High academic merit is a primary consideration for selection.
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