Dr. BR Ambedkar Scholarship 2026 — Mangalore / Mangaluru

Dr. BR Ambedkar Scholarship Mangalore 2026: Application and Eligibility Guide for SC/ST Students

SC and ST students from Mangaluru, Udupi, and the coastal Karnataka region are eligible for this fully funded overseas scholarship. The IGCCD portal is open. Easy Admissions provides complete remote support across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts.

By S. Krishnamurthy, Senior Study Abroad Counsellor

Easy Admissions, Bengaluru | June 2026

1800 102 9968

Toll-free | Mangaluru and All Karnataka

The Dr. BR Ambedkar Scholarship for Mangaluru and Coastal Karnataka Students

SC and ST students in Mangaluru and Dakshina Kannada can apply for the Dr. BR Ambedkar International Scholarship for UK and Australia study.

I am S. Krishnamurthy, Senior Study Abroad Counsellor at Easy Admissions. Mangaluru and the surrounding Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts have one of Karnataka's strongest technical education ecosystems, anchored by institutions like NITK Surathkal, an Institute of National Importance ranked among the top engineering institutions in India and placed in the global top 100 for interdisciplinary sciences. Despite this strong academic base, many SC and ST students in the coastal region are unaware that they qualify for a fully funded scholarship from the Karnataka government to pursue postgraduate study in the UK or Australia.

This guide is for SC/ST students in Mangaluru, Udupi, Puttur, Bantwal, and the wider Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. The IGCCD portal for the Dr. BR Ambedkar International Scholarship is open for 2026, and acting now matters significantly for the September 2026 intake.

Check your eligibility using our free eligibility calculator, or call 1800 102 9968 for an immediate assessment.

What Makes the Mangaluru Region Different

Factor

What This Means for You

Strong engineering graduate base

NITK Surathkal, St. Joseph Engineering College, AJ Institute, and other Dakshina Kannada institutions produce strong engineering graduates whose degrees are well recognised internationally, particularly for UK and Australia PG admissions in Engineering, Data Science, and Technology programs.

IELTS test centres

Mangaluru has IELTS test centres, though slot availability can be more limited than Bengaluru during peak season. Book early. If no slot is available within 2 to 3 weeks locally, consider a Bengaluru test centre for a faster date.

Document processing

Caste and income certificates from Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Tahsildar offices typically take 2 to 4 weeks for renewal. Start immediately if your certificates are older than 12 months.

Mangalore International Airport

Mangaluru has direct international connectivity through Mangalore International Airport, which can simplify travel arrangements for visa appointments and eventual departure compared to other Karnataka districts.

No Easy Admissions branch in Mangaluru

Our nearest physical office is in Bengaluru. All scholarship support for Mangaluru and coastal Karnataka students is provided fully remotely through phone, WhatsApp, and email. No travel is required for any step of the process.

NITK Surathkal graduates are highly competitive for Russell Group UK and Go8 Australian universities under this scholarship.

Eligibility for Mangaluru and Coastal Karnataka Students

The full eligibility breakdown is in our detailed eligibility guide. The key points for Dakshina Kannada and Udupi district students:

✅ SC or ST community — caste certificate from your district Tahsildar office

✅ Permanent resident of Karnataka — Mangaluru, Udupi, Puttur, Bantwal, or any Dakshina Kannada/Udupi address

✅ Completed undergraduate degree — NITK, VTU-affiliated, and Mangalore University degrees all accepted

✅ Below 40 years for PG | below 45 years for PhD (current correct figures, not the outdated 35-year limit)

✅ IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 or MOI waiver for English-medium graduates

Common Mangaluru UG Backgrounds and PG Direction

UG Background

PG Direction

Recommended Universities

BTech from NITK Surathkal or coastal Karnataka VTU colleges

MSc Engineering, MSc Data Science, MSc Marine Engineering, MEng

UK: Sheffield, Surrey, Leeds | Australia: Adelaide, UWA, Curtin

BSc from Mangalore University colleges

MSc Marine Biology, MSc Environmental Science, MSc Biotechnology

UK: Leeds, Essex | Australia: UWA, Adelaide (coastal expertise strong fit given Mangaluru's marine background)

BCom/BBA from Mangaluru commerce colleges

MSc Finance, MSc International Business, MBA

UK: Nottingham, Birmingham | Australia: Deakin, Curtin

Full Remote Support from Easy Admissions for Mangaluru Students

Easy Admissions provides full remote Dr. BR Ambedkar scholarship support for Mangaluru and Udupi district students.

Just as with our support for Mysuru region students, Easy Admissions runs the complete Dr. BR Ambedkar scholarship process remotely for Mangaluru and coastal Karnataka applicants. Eligibility assessment, document review, SOP drafting, university shortlisting and application, and the full IGCCD portal walkthrough are all handled over phone, WhatsApp, and video call. No travel to Bengaluru is needed.

For Bengaluru-specific resources, including our office location for students who are willing to travel, see our Bengaluru scholarship guide, though this is entirely optional. Most Mangaluru students complete the entire process remotely.

September 2026 Intake for Mangaluru Students

Easy Admissions' direct university pipeline allows eligible Mangaluru SC/ST scholarship students to secure offer letters for September 2026 through mid-August. Read our September intake guide for the full picture, and call us before the end of June to start.

 1800 102 9968

Toll-free | Full remote support for Mangaluru and Udupi districts

Frequently Asked Questions from Mangaluru Students

Is an NITK Surathkal degree strong for UK or Australia PG admissions?

Yes, very strong. NITK Surathkal is an Institute of National Importance, ranks among the top engineering colleges in India, and is recognised internationally. Graduates from NITK are highly competitive for Russell Group UK universities and Go8 Australian universities in Engineering, Data Science, and related PG programs.

Are SC/ST students from Udupi district also eligible?

Yes. The Dr. BR Ambedkar International Scholarship is open to all permanent residents of Karnataka, including Udupi district. Easy Admissions provides the same fully remote support to Udupi students as to Mangaluru students.

Do I need to travel to Bengaluru for this scholarship process?

No. Easy Admissions handles the entire process remotely for Mangaluru and coastal Karnataka students. Eligibility check, document review, university application, and IGCCD submission can all be completed without leaving Mangaluru. Call 1800 102 9968 to begin.

About Easy Admissions

Easy Admissions provides full remote Dr. BR Ambedkar scholarship support for SC/ST students in Mangaluru, Udupi, and all coastal Karnataka districts. For the complete scholarship guide, visit our dedicated hub page.

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