Government Scholarship · Children below 5 years, Class 1 to 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional Courses

Snehapoorvam Scholarship Scheme

Kerala Social Security Mission (KSSM) · Kerala

Annual Award₹12k+

Deadline31 Oct

Scheme Name	Snehapoorvam Scholarship Scheme
Provided By	Kerala Social Security Mission (KSSM)
Eligibility Summary	Children below 5 years, Class 1 to 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional Courses · Kerala residents · Family income up to ₹0.22 Lakh/year

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About the Program

The Snehapoorvam Scholarship Scheme by KSSM offers financial aid to orphaned children in Kerala for their education. It supports students from pre-primary to professional courses to achieve their academic aspirations.

Benefits & Financial Support

₹12k+

Financial assistance is provided monthly, varying by educational level: ₹300/month for Class I-V and children below 5 years, ₹500/month for Class VI-X, ₹750/month for Class XI-XII, and ₹1000/month for Degree/Professional courses.

The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover educational expenses, including tuition fees, books, and other related costs, ensuring access to quality education, healthcare, and a stable upbringing for orphaned children.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Children below 5 years, Class 1 to 12, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional Courses
Course / Stream	Relevant courses
Income Limit	Up to ₹0.22 Lakh/year
Category / Caste	All
Domicile State	Kerala

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Aadhaar Card
✓Parents' Death Certificate
✓Domicile Certificate
✓BPL Certificate / Income Proof (from Village Officer)
✓Educational Certificate
✓Bank Passbook (joint account with guardian)
✓Passport Size Photograph

Selection Process

Applications are verified by the head of the educational institution and then forwarded to the Executive Director, Kerala Social Security Mission, for final selection.

Renewal Policy

The scholarship can be renewed for existing beneficiaries by following the renewal process on the official portal.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

1
Visit the official Kerala Social Security Mission (KSSM) website (kssm.kerala.gov.in).
2
Educational institutions need to register on the KSSM web application/E-Suraksha portal.
3
Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and family details.
4
Upload scanned copies of all required documents.
5
Students submit their application to the head of their educational institution. Children below 5 years can apply directly to the Executive Director, KSSM.
6
The head of the institution verifies the details and submits the application through the online portal to the Executive Director, KSSM, for final selection.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for the Snehapoorvam Scholarship?

The scholarship is for children who have lost one or both parents, are residents of Kerala, and are enrolled in government or government-aided educational institutions from Class 1 to undergraduate/professional levels, or are below 5 years of age. For APL families, the annual income limit is ₹20,000 in rural areas and ₹22,375 in urban areas.

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