BMTC Student Pass 2025 (Apply Online or Track Status) Through Seva Sindhu Portal

The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has begun accepting online applications for the BMTC Student Pass 2024-25. This will help students in Bengaluru travel easily and affordably on BMTC buses. Starting from June 1, 2024, students can apply online via the Seva Sindhu portal for both new and renewal passes for the academic year 2024-25. Here’s everything you need to know about the BMTC Student Pass, its fees, required documents, and the application process.

What Is the BMTC Student Pass?

The BMTC Student Pass is a special travel pass issued to students, offering unlimited travel on BMTC buses at low prices. It is valid for the entire academic year, ensuring students have a budget friendly way to travel between home, school, or college.

BMTC Student Pass Fees and Validity 2024-25

The BMTC offers different types of student passes based on educational levels and categories. Below is a simple table showing the fees and validity:

Documents Required

To apply for the BMTC Student Pass online through Seva Sindhu Portal, you need to upload these documents:

1. Fee receipt for the current academic year (issued by your school/college).
2. Passport-sized photograph (to be uploaded during the application).
3. Caste certificate with RD number (mandatory for SC/ST students).
4. Aadhaar card number.
5. Ration card number (optional).
6. Email ID (optional).
7. Mobile number.

How to Apply for BMTC Student Pass 2024-25

Step 1: To apply for the BMTC Student Pass 2024-25, start by visiting the official Seva Sindhu portal at https://sevasindhuservices.karnataka.gov.in and logging in using your user account credentials. Once logged in, navigate to the “Apply for services” section. Select “View all available services” and search for “BMTC STUDENT PASS 2024-25” in the search bar. Click on the displayed application link to proceed.

Step 2: Next, confirm your citizenship status by selecting “INDIAN CITIZENSHIP”. Enter your Aadhaar number and authenticate it by clicking the Aadhaar authentication button. You will receive an OTP on your UIDAI Aadhaar registered mobile number. Enter the OTP to validate your Aadhaar details.

Step 3: Afterward, proceed to the applicant details section. Re-authenticate your Aadhaar to fetch the necessary information and manually input additional details such as caste, mother’s name, mobile number, and email address. Ensure accuracy as these details are crucial for processing your application.

Step 4: In the communication address section, specify whether your current address is the same as your permanent address. If it is, select “Yes” If not, choose “No” and manually enter the current address details.

Step 5: Select your course category from the dropdown menu provided. This ensures the system accurately categorizes your application based on your educational level.

Step 6: When filling in institution details, provide your register number, name, and select your school or college from the list. High school and primary school students must enter their SATS ID to automatically retrieve school related details. Students with a UUCMS number should select Is UUCMS Available as Yes and enter the UUCMS number in place of the register number.

Step 7: Next, enter your travel route information by selecting “FROM STOP” and “TO STOP” from the dropdown options. The “FROM STOP” should be your residence or hostel near a BMTC bus stop, while the “TO STOP” should be your educational institution located near a BMTC bus stop.

Step 8: Once all the necessary details are filled in, read and tick the declaration checkbox, complete the captcha, and submit your application. Before finalizing, preview your application carefully to check for any mistakes. Upload the required documents, including your fee receipt and a passport-sized photo, and click the submit button to complete the process.

This completes the application submission. After verification, you will receive an update on the status of your application via SMS.

How to Check BMTC Student Pass Status

After submitting the online application for the BMTC student pass, you can check the status of your application by following these steps:

Step 1: Go to the official Seva Sindhu portal at https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/ and, on the homepage, click on Track Your Application Status.

Step 2: Next, click on Track Your Application Status again, located under the Check Your Application Status for Students Bus Pass section.

Step 3: Select the track application “Through Application Reference Number” option and enter your BMTC student pass application acknowledgment number, which was generated in the Seva Sindhu Services portal.

Step 4: Now, select the Application Submission Date, fill out the CAPTCHA, and click the “Submit” button to view the current status of your application.

How to Collect Your BMTC Student Pass

Once your application is approved, BMTC will send an SMS to your registered mobile number. If approved, follow these steps:

1. Visit the nearest Bangalore One Center (B1 Counter).
2. Pay the required fee.
3. Collect your BMTC Student Pass smart card.

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