Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance To Children Of Disabled Parents

Description
The scheme “Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance to Children of Disabled Parents” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. The government of Kerala has initiated this scheme which provides 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.

Exclusions
• The students pursuing courses from parallel colleges and doing part-time courses are not eligible to apply under the scheme.
• The students benefiting from other educational assistance schemes are not eligible to apply under this scheme.

Benefits
• **The following benefits will be provided to the children of differently-abled parents studying in various classes under this scheme:**
• **Sl. No.****Class****Scholarship Rate**1Standard 1 to 5₹300/- per month for 10 months2Standard 6 to 10₹500/- per month for 10 months3+1, +2, ITI equivalent courses₹750/- per month for 10 months4Degree, Post-Graduation, Polytechnic, Equivalent Courses, Training Courses, Professional Courses₹1000/- per month for 10 months**Note 01:** The scholarship will be provided to all classes for a duration of 10 months.
• **Note 02:** Financial assistance will be awarded only once per class.
• **Note 03:** The scholarship amount will be transferred to the bank account of the eligible beneficiaries.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.
2. The children of differently abled parents belonging to the BPL category (Both / Anyone) will get a scholarship under this scheme.
3. The applicant should be a student.
4. The disability of the applicant’s father/ mother must be 40% or above.
5. The students pursuing courses from Govt. approved institutions are eligible to apply under this scheme.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal
Online — https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal

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

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the “Vidyakiranam Scheme”?
A: 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.

Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala

Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
A: The children of differently abled parents belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category (Both /Anyone) are eligible to apply under this scheme.

Q: What should be the disability percentage of the parents?
A: The disability of the applicant's father/ mother should be 40% or above.

Q: Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala State?
A: Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.

Q: Should the students pursue their courses from government-approved institutions?
A: Yes, the students pursuing courses from Govt. approved institutions are eligible to apply under this scheme.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: 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/-.

Q: For how many months the scholarship will be given in an academic year?
A: The scholarship will be provided to all classes for a duration of 10 months.

Q: Is this scheme only for BPL Category?
A: Yes, the applicants should belong to BPL Category.

Q: How will the eligible students receive the scholarship amount?
A: The scholarship amount will be transferred to the bank account of the eligible students.

Q: How many students will be given scholarships in a district of Kerala under the scheme?
A: Under the scheme, the scholarship will be provided to 25 students in each district of Kerala.

Q: How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A: 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