Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance To Children Of Disabled Parents
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Education & Learning,Scholarships and student finance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme “Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance to Children of Disabled Parents” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala. 1. The children of differently abled parents belonging to the BPL category (Both / Anyone) will get a scholarship under this scheme. 1. The applicant should be a student. 1. The disability of the applicant’s father/ mother must be 40% or above. 1. The students pursuing courses from Govt. approved institutions are eligible to apply under this scheme.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal" nis:value=https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in nis:enabled=true/> Step 02: On the home page, click on “One time Registration” Step 03: Fill in the details like Name, Email ID & Mobile Number and click on ‘Register’. Step 04: The applicant needs to enter the verification code received on the mobile number and click on ‘Verify’. Step 05: Now, a form will open to create the new profile, fill in all the mandatory details and click on ‘Register’. Login/Application Process: Step 01: Once the registration process is completed, the applicant should visit <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal" nis:value=https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in nis:enabled=true/> and click on “Citizen Login”. Step 02: Enter the user name i.e. Mobile Number and Password and click on “Sign in”. Step 03: Now, the applicant needs to update all their details i.e. Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards & Bank Details by clicking on the &39;Edit&39; button. Step 04: Once the applicant updated their profile successfully, the schemes will appear on the left side of the screen. Step 05: Select the scheme and click on the “Apply Now” button. Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Required Documents
- Identity card i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Mobile number
- Email id
- Passport size photo
- Copy of BPL Ration Card
- Attested copy of Disability ID card of parents.
- Income Certificate for proof of income
- Copy of Medical board certificate showing the percentage of disability
- Bank details- Copy of Pass Book
- Certificate from Head of School/College
- Other documents, if any
FAQs
What is the “Vidyakiranam Scheme”?
The government of Kerala has initiated the scheme to provide educational assistance to children of differently abled parents (disability for both parents/disability for anyone parent) who are economically deprived. Under the scheme, educational assistance will be provided to 25 children from each district for a duration of 10 months.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
The children of differently abled parents belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category (Both /Anyone) are eligible to apply under this scheme.
What should be the disability percentage of the parents?
The disability of the applicant’s father/ mother should be 40% or above.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala State?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.
Should the students pursue their courses from government-approved institutions?
Yes, the students pursuing courses from Govt. approved institutions are eligible to apply under this scheme.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, the scholarship will be given to the children of differently abled parents who are studying in Class 1st to Post-Graduation @ ₹300/-, ₹500/- ₹750/- & ₹1000/-.
For how many months the scholarship will be given in an academic year?
The scholarship will be provided to all classes for a duration of 10 months.
Is this scheme only for BPL Category?
Yes, the applicants should belong to BPL Category.
How will the eligible students receive the scholarship amount?
The scholarship amount will be transferred to the bank account of the eligible students.
How many students will be given scholarships in a district of Kerala under the scheme?
Under the scheme, the scholarship will be provided to 25 students in each district of Kerala.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant should visit the Official Portal- SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal. https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in