Backward Classes Welfare Department has extended the deadline for submission of online applications by Backward Class students and Nomadic/ Semi-Nomadic Tribe students coming under Category-1 and studying in PUC or Equivalent courses and Integrated Degree courses, for availing Post-Matric student scholarship, fee exemption and ‘Vidya Siri’ scheme benefits (under which students will get free boarding and lodging), to Dec. 20. The eligible students can file applications through the website: https://ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in For details, contact Mob: 80507-70005 or Helpline: 1902 or e-mail: [email protected]