Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme is an ongoing unemployment allowance scheme for educated youth in the state. Under this scheme, graduates and diploma holders who are unable to get a job receive monthly financial help from the government directly into their bank accounts.
Launched in January 2024, this scheme gives temporary financial stability to young people so that they can focus on searching for jobs and skill training. As of 2026, the scheme continues, with over 3.2 lakh applications made so far.
This scheme is now linked with the Karnataka Kaushalkar portal, making skill training registration mandatory to continue receiving the allowance. The process for self-declaration has also been changed from monthly to quarterly submissions, reducing paperwork and making it easier for beneficiaries.
Latest Updates on Yuva Nidhi Scheme
- Self-declaration is now submitted quarterly on the Seva Sindhu portal instead of every month, which reduces paperwork.
- Beneficiaries should check the Seva Sindhu portal for the current declaration window and submit it on time to avoid payment delays.
- Quarterly declaration system started from March 2025 (no more monthly declarations).
- Beneficiaries must register on the Kaushalkar portal for skill training to continue getting benefits.
How to Apply Online for Yuva Nidhi Scheme
STEP 1: Visit the Seva Sindhu portal at sevasindhugs.karnataka.gov.in
STEP 2: Click on the "Yuva Nidhi Scheme" and register as a new user by entering Aadhaar number through the Meri Pehchan Portal.
STEP 3: After registration, log in with your mobile number and OTP.
STEP 4: Go to "Apply for Services" and search for Yuva Nidhi Yojana.
STEP 5: Fill in the application form with personal, education, and bank details.
STEP 6: Upload required documents and submit the form.
STEP 7: After approval, your allowance will be credited every month directly into your bank account.
Offline applications can also be submitted through Grama One, Karnataka One, Bangalore One centers, Bapuji Seva Kendras, or Nada Kacheris.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Karnataka.
- Applicant's name must be in the Karnataka electoral roll. From 2026, the state has linked guarantee scheme benefits to the voter list, so only those whose names are in the roll will keep getting the allowance.
- Must have completed a degree or diploma in 2022-23 or 2023-24 or 2024-25.
- Should be unemployed for at least six months after graduation.
- Should not be pursuing higher studies or receiving any other unemployment support.
- Maximum benefit for two years or until a job is secured.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Domicile proof of Karnataka
- Educational certificates
- Bank account details and passbook
- Income certificate
- Passport size photo
- Active mobile number
Key Highlights of Yuva Nidhi
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Launch | 12 January 2024 |
| Monthly Allowance | ₹3,000 for unemployed graduates, ₹1,500 for diploma holders |
| Duration | Maximum 2 years or until the youth gets a job |
| Application Mode | Online via Seva Sindhu / Offline at centers (Grama One, Karnataka One) |
| Declarations | Quarterly submission on Seva Sindhu portal |
| Skill Training Requirement | Mandatory registration on Kaushalkar portal |
Voter List Now Linked to Yuva Nidhi Benefits
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has said that only voters whose names are in the electoral roll will get benefits under the state guarantee schemes, which includes Yuva Nidhi. During a review meeting at Vidhana Soudha, he asked officials to make sure no eligible person is left out, while stopping ineligible people from misusing the schemes. So youth who want to keep getting the allowance should make sure their names are in the Karnataka voter list.
With the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls going on in the state, the CM has asked beneficiaries to check that their names are not removed during this exercise. If a name gets dropped from the voter list during SIR, the benefit could stop, so it is worth checking your status on the electoral roll now through the ECI portal or the Karnataka CEO website. The government has also said the schemes should benefit only Karnataka residents, and benefits going to people from other states will be stopped.
How to Check Yuva Nidhi Application Status
- Go to the official Seva Sindhu Services portal at sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in
- Log in with your registered mobile number and OTP.
- On the dashboard, click View All Available Services.
- Type "Yuva Nidhi status" in the search bar and click the service.
- Click on Get Payment Details to see your application and payment status.
What to Do if Payment is Delayed or Missing
If your Yuva Nidhi payment is delayed or not received, first verify your application and declaration status on the Seva Sindhu portal to make sure everything is updated. In case of any issues, you can directly call the official helplines 1800-5999-918 or 1902 for support.
If your status is showing "Pending", then you should visit your nearest Employment Exchange or District Office with your documents for verification. If the problem still continues, you can also submit a complaint through the Seva Sindhu grievance portal.
Official Links and Helplines
Main portal: sevasindhugs.karnataka.gov.in
Skill portal: kaushalkar.com/app/registration_verify
Helpline numbers: 080-22279954, 8792662814, 8792662816
Toll-free: 1800-5999-918, 1902