About this education scheme
The scheme “Scholarship for Differently Abled Students” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
The scheme “Scholarship for Differently Abled Students” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Under the scheme, the differently abled students studying in Schools, Colleges, and those who attend Professional, PG courses and technical training are being given scholarships by Social Justice Department. The disability category of students (Blind/Deaf/Orthopedically handicapped/Mental Retardation) with a disability of 40% or more and who obtain 40% marks in the examination in the previous year are eligible to apply for the scholarships.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Scholarship For Differently Abled Students (SDAS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Kerala |
| Official portal | suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | District Social Justice Office, Kerala |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 36,000 per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5 to 55 years
- 💰Income Rs. 36,000 tak
- 💼Student
- 🎓Students only
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
The scholarship is being provided to students whose disability percentage is 40% or above on the following basis:
| Sl. No. | Standard | Day Scholars | Hostel Students | Reader’s allowance |
| 1 | Students from Class 1 to Class 4 | Rs. 300/- per month | - | Rs. 200/- per month |
| 2 | Students from Class 5 to Class 10 | Rs. 500/- per month | - | Rs. 200/- per month |
| 3 | +1, +2, IT Equivalent courses | Rs. 750/- per month | Rs. 1000/- per month | Rs. 300/- per month |
| 4 | Degree, Polytechnic, Equivalent training courses, (Implant training) | Rs. 1000/- per month | Rs. 1500/- per month | Rs. 400/- per month |
| 5 | Professional, PG courses | Rs. 1000/- per month | Rs. 1500/- per month | Rs. 400/- per month |
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.
- The applicant should be a differently abled student.
- The differently abled student should have a disability of 40 % or more.
- Disability category of students (Blind / Deaf / Orthopedically handicapped/ Mental Retardation).
- The differently abled students studying in Schools, Colleges and attending Professional, PG courses and technical training are eligible to apply under the scheme.
- Students with disabilities who have secured at least 40% marks in the previous year can apply under the scheme.
- The annual family income of the applicant should be below Rs. 36,000/-.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal
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 SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal 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 'Edit' 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.
Note 01: The applications must be submitted after the commencement of the Academic year (within 3 months).
Note 02: The application form must be filled in completely, incomplete as well as late applications will be rejected.
Offline
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicants need to visit the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala, and download the application form.
Step 02: The applicants need to fill out the application form completely.
Step 03: The duly filled application forms must be submitted to the concerned District Social Justice Officer.
Note 01: The applications must be submitted after the commencement of the Academic year (within 3 months).
Note 02: The Application form must be filled in completely, incomplete as well as late applications will be rejected.
Frequently asked questions
What is the “Scholarship For Differently Abled Students” Scheme?
Under the scheme, the differently abled students studying in Schools, Colleges, and those who attend Professional, PG courses and technical training are being given scholarships by Social Justice Department. The disability category of students (Blind/Deaf/Orthopedically handicapped/Mental Retardation) with a disability of 40% or more and who obtain 40% marks in the examination in the previous year are eligible to apply for the scholarships.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
The differently abled students studying in Schools, Colleges and attending Professional, PG courses and technical training are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What should be the minimum percentage of marks required to apply under the scheme?
Students with disabilities who have secured at least 40% marks in the previous year can apply under the scheme.
Is this scheme only for differently abled students?
Yes, only students with disability are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What should be the disability percentage of the students applying under the scheme?
The differently abled student should have a disability of 40 % or more.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala State?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.
Which type of disability student is eligible to apply in this scheme?
The disability of students should be Blind / Deaf / Orthopedically handicapped/ Mental Retardation to apply under the scheme.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, the scholarship is being provided to students of class 1st to Post-Graduation whose disability percentage is 40% or above @ Rs. 300/- per month to Rs. 1500/- per month as per the eligibility criteria.
Is there any criterion for annual family income?
Yes, the annual family income of the applicant should be below Rs. 36,000/-.
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
In how many days should the applicant submit the application form?
The application form must be submitted after the commencement of the Academic year (within 3 months).
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Offline link sjd.kerala.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Website sjd.kerala.gov.in
- Notice/Order sjd.kerala.gov.in (PDF)
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