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Vidyajyothi Scheme- Financial Aid For Uniforms And Study Materials To PH Students

The scheme “Vidyajyothi Scheme- Financial Aid for Uniforms and Study Materials to PH Students” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.

Authority

State

Region

Kerala

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial assistance is being provided to students whose disability percentage is 40% or above for the purchase of study materials and uniforms on the following basis: | Sl. No.Course/ClassAssistance for Study materialsAssistance for Uniform19th to 10th Standard@ ₹1000/- each (50 children from each district)@ ₹1500/- (30 children from each district)2+1, +2, ITI, Polytechnic, VHSC@ ₹2000/- each (50 children from each district)@ ₹1500/- each (30 children from each district)3Degree, Diploma, Professional Courses@ ₹3000/- each (25 children from each district)Nil4Post Graduation@ ₹3000/- each (20 children from each district)Nil

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.; The applicant should be a student.; The applicant should be studying in Government / Aided Institution in Kerala.; The financial assistance will be given to the students who are studying in Class 9th to Post-Graduation.; The applicant who has 40% or more disability is eligible to apply under the scheme.; The applicant’s annual family income is not applicable under this scheme.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the “Vidyajyothi Scheme”?

For the educational upliftment of differently-abled students, Social Justice Department, Kerala has launched this scheme to provide financial assistance to differently-abled students for the purchase of uniforms and study materials.

Which department has launched this scheme?

Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala

Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?

The students who have 40% or more disability studying in Government / Aided Institutions in Kerala are eligible to apply under this scheme.

Is this scheme only for the student with disablility?

Yes, only students with disability are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Which classes of students are eligible to apply under the scheme?

The students who are studying in Class 9th to Post-Graduation are eligible to apply under the scheme.

What should be the disability percentage of the students applying under the scheme?

The students should have 40% or more disability.

Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala State?

Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.

Should the students be studying in Government / Aided Institutions in Kerala to avail the benefits of the scheme?

Yes, the applicant should be studying in Government / Aided Institution in Kerala.

What is the benefit of the scheme?

Under the scheme, financial assistance is being provided to students whose disability percentage is 40% or above for the purchase of study materials and uniforms.

Is this scheme only for BPL Category?

No, but the preference will be given to the students who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.

Is there any criterion for annual family income?

No, the applicant's annual family income is not applicable under this scheme.

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