State ScholarshipVerified for 2026

Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship

Directorate of Collegiate Education (DCE), Government of Kerala
Kerala
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026

About the Program

Detailed guide to the Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship in Kerala. Learn about BPL family eligibility, course list, and DCE portal online application guide.

Benefits & Financial Support

Total scholarship amount
₹10k+

Provides financial assistance of ₹10,000 per year to BPL (Below Poverty Line) students pursuing regular undergraduate or postgraduate courses in government/aided colleges.

Inclusions

* Annual allowance of ₹10,000 paid via DBT directly to student's bank account.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Undergraduate, Postgraduate

Must be enrolled in All Streams. Minimum 50% marks required in previous exam.

Financial & Category

Income LimitUp to ₹1.0 Lakh/year
Applicable CategoryGeneral, OBC, SC, ST, EWS

Important Note

Restricted to BPL family card holders.

Selection Process

Based on BPL family status, scoring at least 50% marks in qualifying exams, and enrollment in government/aided colleges in Kerala.

Renewal Policy

Required annually by submitting college promotion certificate and passing exams.

Application Process

  • 1

    ### Step-by-Step Application Guide

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    **Access Portal

    ** Go to the DCE portal at [dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in](https://dcescholarship.kerala.gov.in).

  • 3
    **Register/Login

    ** Click "Suvarna Jubilee Merit Scholarship" link.

  • 4
    **BPL Card upload

    ** Input your BPL card details for auto-verification, or upload scanned copy of your BPL ration card.

  • 5
    **Academic details

    ** Input previous examination marks (minimum 50% required) and attach college bonafide.

  • 6
    **Submit

    ** Confirm details and submit online. Disbursals are paid directly to your account.

Documents Required

* Kerala Domicile Certificate
* BPL Ration Card (Ration Card copy showing BPL status)
* College Bonafide Certificate
* Aadhaar-seeded Bank Passbook
* Marksheets

Important Dates

Application Deadline

30 November 2026

Applications close in late November.

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

Provider TypeState
Education LevelUndergraduate, Postgraduate
Application ModeOnline
State/RegionKerala
Income Limit₹1.0L/yr
Last Verified2026

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.Can private self-financing college students apply?

No, the scheme is strictly open to students studying in Government and Government-aided Arts and Science colleges in Kerala.

Q.What is the family income criteria?

The student must belong to a BPL (Below Poverty Line) family, verified by a BPL Ration Card.

Q.How much is the scholarship amount?

It provides ₹10,000 per annum paid directly to the student's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

Help & Contact Support

Official Support

Helpline9446096580, collegiate.scholarship@gmail.com

Need Application Help?

If you have trouble applying, you can check your eligibility or browse our step-by-step application guides.

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At a Glance

StatusActive - 2026
Last Verified28/6/2026
Apply ModeOnline

Official Help

Helpline9446096580, collegiate.scholarship@gmail.com