Blind/PH Scholarship
About the Program
The Blind/PH Scholarship by Kerala Social Justice Department supports differently abled students (40%+ disability) in schools, colleges, professional, and PG courses. Annual family income limit Rs.36,000 with minimum 40% marks required. Financial aid ranges from Rs.400 to Rs.2900 monthly to promote education.
Benefits & Financial Support
Inclusions
Financial support including fee charges for blind students with family annual income below Rs. 2.5 lakhs[1].
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
School / College
Must be enrolled in relevant courses.
Financial & Category
Selection Process
Verification of application and documents by District Social Justice Officer
priority to BPL, higher disability percentage
personal enquiry if needed[1][2][4]
Renewal Policy
Eligible if appearing for exams each year and meet criteria
submit annually[1][2]
Application Process
['Visit sjd.kerala.gov.in or download form from official site.', 'Fill application with personal, academic, disability details.', 'Attach documents: Medical Board disability cert (40%+), income cert (under Rs.36,000), previous marks (40%+), bank details.', 'Get attestation from Head of Institution.', 'Submit to concerned District Social Justice Officer within 3 months of academic year start.', 'Track status on portal under Beneficiary Details for Differently Abled.']
Documents Required
Important Dates
Application Deadline
Invalid Date
Within 3 months after commencement of academic year; submit to District Social Justice Officer[2][4]
Dates are subject to change as per the provider's official notification. Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Scholarship Quick Facts
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.What is the income limit?
Combined annual family income should not exceed Rs.36,000.
Q.Minimum disability required?
40% or more (Blind, Deaf, Ortho, MR).
Q.How much scholarship amount?
Varies by course: Up to Rs.2900/month; Blind get Reader’s allowance.
Q.Where to apply?
District Social Justice Officer or online via sjd.kerala.gov.in.
Q.Marks requirement?
40% marks in previous year exam.
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