Shakti Scheme — Free Bus Travel for Women Karnataka — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026 | Sarkaari Saathi

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Shakti Scheme — Free Bus Travel for Women Karnataka

शक्ति — महिलाओं को मुफ्त बस यात्रा (कर्नाटक)

Transport Department, Karnataka

💰 Benefit: Free bus travel on KSRTC/BMTC for all women

iAbout This Scheme

Free bus travel for all women on KSRTC, NWKRTC, NEKRTC, and BMTC buses across Karnataka, empowering women's mobility and reducing transportation costs.

🎁Key Benefits

Completely free travel on all KSRTC, NWKRTC, NEKRTC, and BMTC buses
No ticket required — Shakti card or Aadhaar-linked travel
Applicable for ordinary, express, and Rajahamsa services
Covers all distances including inter-district travel

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
All women residents of Karnataka
2
Any age — including senior citizens and students
3
Must possess a valid Shakti card or present Aadhaar
4
Non-Karnataka residents not eligible

Gender

female

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📝How to Apply

Obtain Shakti Card

Visit any KSRTC/BMTC bus stand or Seva Sindhu centre to apply for a free Shakti smart card.

Submit Documents

Provide Aadhaar and Karnataka residence proof. Card issued on the spot or within 7 days.

Travel Free

Board any KSRTC/BMTC bus and show the Shakti card or Aadhaar — no charge.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work on Volvo or AC buses?

The scheme covers ordinary and express buses. AC/Volvo Airavat buses may have partial coverage — check with KSRTC.

Can I travel to other states free of cost?

Free travel is only within Karnataka on state-run buses.

Required Documents

Shakti Smart Card (issued free) OR Aadhaar Card
Karnataka domicile proof (for card issuance)

Editorial note: This page is researched, written, and regularly reviewed by the Aditya Raj Hirve using official government sources and notifications. Information is verified against the originating ministry or department portal before publication. Last reviewed: July 2026.

Always verify critical details directly from the official government portal before applying.

Required Documents

Shakti Smart Card (issued free) OR Aadhaar Card
Karnataka domicile proof (for card issuance)

Shakti Scheme — Free Bus Travel for Women Karnataka

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

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