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KSAPS Invites EOI from NGOs & CBOs for Care and Support Centres (CSC) in Karnataka – 2026 | NGO Funds
KSAPS Invites EOI from NGOs & CBOs for Care and Support Centres (CSC) in Karnataka – 2026 | NGO Funds
Introduction
KSAPS has invited Expressions of Interest from eligible NGOs/CBOs for selection and empanelment for implementation of 10 Care and Support Centres (CSCs) under Domestic Budget Support (DBS) in selected districts of Karnataka | KSAPS Invites EOI from NGOs & CBOs NGO Funds
The Karnataka State AIDS Prevention Society (KSAPS), Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka, has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible NGOs and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) for the implementation of 10 Care and Support Centres (CSCs) under the Domestic Budget Support programme.
For organisations working in HIV/AIDS, public health, community outreach, PLHIV support, counselling, social protection and vulnerable communities, this is an important opportunity to partner with KSAPS and contribute directly to Karnataka's HIV care and support programme.
KSAPS currently supports a network of ART Centres and Care and Support Centres across Karnataka. Under the proposed restructuring, 10 CSCs are proposed to be supported through Domestic Budget Support, while other CSCs are supported under the Global Fund programme.
If your NGO or CBO is considering applying, it is important to review the eligibility conditions carefully. This EOI is not only about submitting registration certificates—the applicant's experience, financial capacity, presence in the proposed geographical area and ability to work with people living with HIV (PLHIV) are important considerations.
This is a significant opportunity for NGOs working in health, HIV/AIDS prevention, community outreach, and vulnerable populations to partner with the government and contribute to the National AIDS and STD Control Programme (NACP). If your organisation is planning to apply—or needs help understanding or preparing the application—NGO Guide can support you end-to-end. The last date for EOI is 15th October 2026
What is a Care and Support Centre?
A Care and Support Centre (CSC) works alongside ART Centres to provide ongoing support to people living with HIV.
While ART Centres primarily provide clinical treatment, CSCs help ensure that beneficiaries remain connected to treatment, receive counselling and psychosocial support, access government schemes and maintain adherence to treatment.
The KSAPS guidelines describe CSCs as an important bridge between PLHIV, ART Centres and the wider health and social-support system
The work includes areas such as:
supporting treatment adherence and regular follow-up;
linking PLHIV with ART Centres;
counselling and psychosocial support;
helping beneficiaries access social-protection schemes;
supporting family members and partners for HIV testing where appropriate;
reducing stigma and discrimination;
community mobilisation and outreach; and
supporting eligible beneficiaries who have interrupted treatment to reconnect with services.
Locations Covered Under the KSAPS CSC EOI
Sl. No. | CSC | Districts / Taluks Covered |
1 | Ballari | All the Taluks of Ballari and Vijayanagara district |
2 | Belagavi-1 | Belagavi, Khanapura, Ramdurga, Saudatti, Bailhongala and Kittur Taluks of Belagavi district |
3 | Belagavi-2 | Gokak, Chikkodi, Athani, Hukkeri, Raibag and Nippani Taluks of Belagavi |
4 | Dakshina Kannada | All the taluks of Dakshina Kannada and Kodagu district |
5 | Davanagere | All the taluks of Davanagere district |
6 | Tumakuru | All the taluks of Tumakuru district |
7 | Kalaburagi | All the taluks of Kalaburagi and Bidar district |
8 | Kolar | All the taluks of Kolar and Chikkaballapur district |
9 | Mandya | All the taluks of Mandya and Chamarajanagara |
10 | Shivamogga | All the taluks of Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru district |
The EOI also provides the detailed geographical mapping and ART Centres attached to each of the above Proposed DBS CSCs
Who Can Apply?
The EOI is open to eligible NGOs and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) meeting the eligibility requirements prescribed by KSAPS/NACO.
For NGOs, the organisation should be a legally registered non-profit entity under an applicable law such as:
Karnataka Societies Registration Act;
Indian Trusts Act / applicable public charitable trust law;
Section 8 of the Companies Act; or
another legally recognised non-profit structure permitted under the guidelines.
Key Eligibility Criteria NGOs Should Check Before Applying
The organisation should have a clearly established legal and governance structure.
Society / Trust / Section 8 registration;
Memorandum / Trust Deed / Bye-laws;
PAN;
valid 12A/12AB and 80G, where applicable;
NITI Aayog NGO Darpan registration; and
other applicable statutory registrations.
Financial capacity
The EOI specifically looks at the organisation's financial history and asks applicants to provide financial information for the preceding years.
Applicants should pay particular attention to the minimum financial turnover requirement mentioned in the EOI/CSC guidelines before applying.
Experience in public health and community programmes
KSAPS is looking for organisations with relevant programme-management experience.
Experience in areas such as the public health , community health , HIV/AIDS , TB can strengthen an application
HIV/AIDS and Care & Support Experience Matters
The EOI places particular importance on experience in HIV/AIDS, especially care and support services.
Organisations with previous experience in programmes such as:Care and Support Centres, Community Care Centres, Targeted Interventions, Link Worker Scheme, Drop-In Centres, PLHIV support programmes, NACO/SACS-supported interventions, treatment-adherence programmes; or other structured HIV/AIDS projects
Selection Process
The selection of NGOs/CBOs will be undertaken through an open EOI/RFP-based process.
According to the EOI, applications may be reviewed through a Technical Advisory Committee, followed by further appraisal of shortlisted organisations. The process may include desk review, organisational assessment and field appraisal before final selection/approval. EOI Notification and Guidlines_…
A Practical Advisory for NGOs
A common mistake is to start filling the EOI immediately after seeing a funding opportunity. For this KSAPS opportunity, the better approach is to first conduct an eligibility assessment. Before investing time in the proposal, answer these questions:
Does the organisation meet the minimum financial requirements?
Can it demonstrate the required years of programme experience?
Does it have credible public-health/HIV/AIDS experience?
Can the experience be supported by work orders or other documents?
Does it have an actual presence in the proposed CSC area?
Are 12A/12AB, 80G, NGO Darpan and other statutory registrations current?
Are three years of audited financial statements available?
Can the organisation demonstrate adequate staff, infrastructure and governance?
🔗 KSAPS EOI Notification & Format
How NGO Guide Can Support You
Applying to KSAPS requires technical understanding, strong documentation, and compliance clarity. This is where NGO Guide can help.
Our Support Services Include:
Eligibility assessment & strategy
EoI format filling & structuring
Documentation checklist & review
Drafting affidavits & board resolutions
Experience write-ups & TOR alignment
Compliance readiness (12A, 80G, Darpan, audits)
Final submission review before deadline
📞 Need Assistance? Get in Touch
If your NGO/CBO is considering applying for the KSAPS Care and Support Centre EOI – Karnataka 2026, it is advisable to begin with an eligibility check rather than waiting until the final submission stage
📧 Email: contactngoguide@gmail.com
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