Karnataka Student Bus Pass 2025-26: Online Application Now Open! Complete Guide
Karnataka students can now apply for Student Bus Pass 2025-26 for KSRTC, KKRTC, NWKRTC, and BMTC buses. Applications opened May 26, 2025 through Seva Sindhu portal and are available at BangaloreOne, GramaOne centers. With 20 lakh+ applications expected, this guide covers complete step-by-step process, fees, documents, automatic renewal, and troubleshooting for the academic year June 2025 - March 2026. What is Karnataka Student Bus Pass 2025-26? The Student Bus Pass Scheme provides subsidized/free travel for Karnataka students from primary school to professional courses on KSRTC, KKRTC, NWKRTC, and BMTC buses. Launched by Karnataka government, it covers travel up to 60 km from residence to educational institution.
Key Highlights 2025-26:
- 20
lakh+ students expected to benefit
- Automatic
renewal for eligible students
- Free
for girls under Shakti Scheme (carry Aadhaar)
- SC/ST
concession rates significantly lower
- Valid
June 2025 - March 2026 (10 months)
For Complete online application guide: https://bit.ly/494MPX1
Student Bus Pass 2025-26: Key Dates & Timeline
|
Event |
Date |
Details |
|
Online Applications Open |
May 26, 2025 |
Seva Sindhu portal, BMTC website |
|
Pass Issuance Begins |
June 1, 2025 |
BangaloreOne, BMTC depots, KSRTC counters |
|
Collection Hours |
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
Daily at designated centers |
|
Last Date |
January 31, 2026 (tentative) |
Varies by corporation |
Note: Late applications accepted with additional fees
at service centers.
Student Bus Pass Fees 2025-26 (BMTC/KSRTC)
BMTC Student Pass Rates:
|
Category |
Regular Fee |
SC/ST Fee |
Processing Fee |
Total (Regular) |
Total (SC/ST) |
|
Primary Students |
₹150 |
Free |
₹170-200 |
₹350 |
₹170-200 |
|
High School Girls |
₹550 |
Free |
₹200 |
₹750 |
₹200 |
|
High School Boys |
₹750 |
₹150 |
₹200 |
₹950 |
₹350 |
|
PUC/Degree |
₹1,200 |
₹150 |
₹200 |
₹1,400 |
₹350 |
KSRTC/KKRTC/NWKRTC Rates:
- Primary:
₹150-200
- High
School: ₹550-750
- College:
₹1,050-1,310 + processing ₹150-200
Important: No online application fee. Pay only at
collection counter after approval SMS.
Eligibility Criteria for Student Bus Pass 2025-26
Students must meet these criteria:
- Karnataka
resident (Aadhaar proof)
- Enrolled in
recognized school/college (primary to PhD)
- Distance
≤60 km from home to institution
- Valid Aadhaar
card linked to mobile
- Institution
approval (Form 1/Declaration Form)
Free for Girls: Karnataka resident girls get free
travel under Shakti Scheme - no bus pass needed, carry Aadhaar.
Documents Required for Student Bus Pass Application
Mandatory Documents:
- Aadhaar
Card (student copy)
- Student
ID Card or Bonafide Certificate from institution
- Passport
size photo (attested by Head of Institution)
- Previous
bus pass (for renewal)
- Fee
receipt current academic year
- Institution
Declaration Form (download from Seva Sindhu/KSRTC)
For SC/ST Students:
- Caste
Certificate with RD Number
- Income
Certificate (if applicable)
File Format: JPG/PDF, <1MB each.
How to Apply for Student Bus Pass 2025-26 Online (Seva
Sindhu)
Complete Step-by-Step Process:
Step 1: Visit Seva Sindhu Portal
🌐 Official Portal:
https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in
📱 BMTC Portal:
https://mybmtc.karnataka.gov.in
Step 2: Register/Login
- Click "Citizen
Login"
- Enter mobile
number → OTP verification
- Complete one-time
registration (name, Aadhaar, address)
Step 3: Search Student Bus Pass Service
- Search
box: Type "Student Bus Pass" or "BMTC Student
Pass"
- Select: "Application
for Issue of New/Renewal Student Bus Pass"
- Choose
corporation: KSRTC/BMTC/KKRTC/NWKRTC
Step 4: Fill Application Form
text
Student Details:
·
Name, DOB, Age, Gender
·
Guardian Name, Mobile, Aadhaar
·
Address, Category (SC/ST/General)
Institution Details:
* College/School Name & Address
* Course, Year,
SATS/UUCMS ID
* Fee Receipt Number
Travel Details:
·
Pick-up Point, Drop-off Point
·
Distance
(≤60 km)
Step 5: Upload Documents
- Photo (passport
size, attested)
- Aadhaar
Card
- Institution
ID/Bonafide
- Declaration
Form (signed by Principal)
- Previous
pass (renewal only)
Step 6: Review & Submit
- Word
verification (captcha)
- Click "Submit"
- Get Application
Acknowledgement Number
No Online Payment - Application is FREE.
Application Status Check & Pass Collection
Track Application Status:
1. Seva Sindhu Portal → "Track Application"
2. Enter Acknowledgement Number
3. Status: Pending → Approved → Ready for Collection
SMS Notification:
After verification, receive SMS:
"Your Student Bus Pass application approved. Collect at
[Center Name] from [Date]. Token: [Number]"
Collection Process:
- Visit designated
center on SMS date
- Carry original
documents + Acknowledgement
- Pay pass
fee + processing (cash/UPI)
- Get Smart
Card Bus Pass
Collection Centers:
- BangaloreOne (92
centers)
- GramaOne (village
level)
- BMTC
Depots (Majestic, Kengeri, Shantinagar)
- KSRTC Counters
For Bangalore students: Complete BMTC collection centers list https://bit.ly/49494fO
Automatic Renewal Process 2025-26
Eligible students get automatic renewal:
✅ Same institution
✅ Same route/distance
✅ Valid previous pass
✅ No fee receipt changes
Process:
1. System auto-verifies previous data
2. SMS notification for collection
3. Visit center → Pay renewal fee → Get new pass
Common Problems & Solutions
|
Problem |
Solution |
|
OTP not received |
Check number, wait 5 min, resend |
|
Application rejected |
Check documents, institution approval |
|
Photo upload failed |
<1MB, JPG format, clear photo |
|
Status "Pending" >15 days |
Contact helpline, visit BangaloreOne |
|
No SMS received |
Check Seva Sindhu portal status |
Helplines:
text
📞 BMTC: 080-22483777
📱 KSRTC WhatsApp: Check
official site
Kannada Guide: ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿ
ಬಸ್ ಪಾಸ್ ೨೦೨೫-೨೬
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ
ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳ ಬಸ್ ಪಾಸ್ ಅರ್ಜಿ
ಸೇವಾ ಸಿಂಧು ಪೋರ್ಟಲ್ ಮೂಲಕ ಆನ್ಲೈನ್
ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ.
ಅರ್ಜಿ
ಫಾರ್ಮ್ ಡೌನ್ಲೋಡ್ → ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯಿಂದ
ಸಹಿ → ಅಪ್ಲೋಡ್
ಬಾಲಕಿಯರಿಗೆ
ಶಕ್ತಿ ಯೋಜನೆಯಡಿ ಉಚಿತ.
SC/ST ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳಿಗೆ
ರಿಯಾಯಿತಿ ದರ.
KSRTC Bus Pass Renewal Karnataka 2025: Automatic Process Explained :
FAQs: Student Bus Pass Karnataka 2025-26
Q1: When did Karnataka student bus pass applications 2025-26
open?
A: May 26, 2025 through Seva Sindhu portal.
Q2: Is there online application fee?
A: No, application is free. Pay only at collection.
Q3: Do girls need bus pass under Shakti scheme?
A: No, Karnataka resident girls travel free with Aadhaar.
Q4: What if I miss the application deadline?
A: Late applications accepted at BangaloreOne/GramaOne with extra fee.
Q5: How to check KSRTC student bus pass status?
A: Seva Sindhu portal → Track Application → Acknowledgement Number.
Q6: BMTC student bus pass fee for PUC students?
A: ₹1,200 + ₹200 processing = ₹1,400 (SC/ST: ₹350 total).
Q7: Can I apply for KSRTC bus pass online Karnataka?
A: Yes, via Seva Sindhu portal for all corporations.
Official Links & Helplines
🌐 Seva Sindhu
Portal: https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in
🌐 BMTC
Student Pass: https://mybmtc.karnataka.gov.in
🌐 KSRTC
Portal: https://ksrtc.karnataka.gov.in
📞 BMTC
Helpline: 080-22483777
Application Form Download: [KSRTC Application Form PDF]
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Conclusion
Next Steps:
- Apply
today via Seva Sindhu (free)
- Track
status regularly
- Collect
pass after SMS notification
- Carry
Aadhaar daily for girls