Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance to Children of Disabled Parents

Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance to Children of Disabled Parents is a social welfare scheme run by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. It gives monthly money help to students from BPL families whose parents live with a disability, so that their studies do not stop.

Social Justice Department has opened the 2026 online applications for the 2026-27 academic year on the SUNEETHI portal. Eligible students can apply online and get financial support for 10 months in a year, with 25 children selected from each district.

Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance to Children of Disabled Parents - Introduction

Vidyakiranam Scheme-Educational Assistance to Children of Disabled Parents is a compassionate scheme from the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. It supports children from BPL families whose parents navigate daily life with a disability, whether it affects one parent or both.

By providing monthly financial support, the scheme lowers the burden of education costs for these families. Every district in Kerala selects 25 eligible children, and these students receive money help for a duration of 10 months in every academic year. Applications for the 2026-27 year are now open through the SUNEETHI online service portal.

Key Information

Benefits

This scheme offers monthly financial support so that chosen students can focus on their studies without money stress. The payments are given for a period of 10 months in an academic year, and the amount depends on the class level of the student.

Note: Financial support is issued once per class level, and funds are directly credited to the beneficiary's bank account.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, the applicant should meet the following criteria:

1. Must be a permanent resident of Kerala.
2. Should belong to a BPL (Below Poverty Line) family.
3. One or both parents must have a disability of 40% or more.
4. Must be an active student enrolled in a government-approved educational institution.

Exclusions

Please note that an applicant cannot apply if any of the following conditions are met:

1. Pursuing the course through part-time education or through a parallel college.
2. Already receiving benefits from another educational assistance or scholarship scheme.

Application Process

Online Application

Applications for the 2026-27 year are submitted online through the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal. Follow the steps given below.

STEP 1 - Open the SUNEETHI portal and complete the One Time Registration using your mobile number and email ID.

STEP 2 - Verify your account using the code sent to your mobile number.

STEP 3 - Log in through Citizen Login and complete your profile with all required personal, identity, and bank details.

STEP 4 - Once your profile is active, select Vidyakiranam Scheme from the dashboard and click Apply Now.

STEP 5 - Submit your application form electronically and keep a copy of the acknowledgement for future use.

Offline Application

If you prefer the offline route, download the application form from the official website.

• Fill in your details accurately in the form.
• Have your school or college head verify the application.
• Submit the completed document to your local District Social Justice Office.

Documents

Make sure you have digital or physical copies of the following documents ready for your application:

1. Aadhaar card for identification.
2. Passport size photograph.
3. BPL Ration Card or income certificate from the Village Officer.
4. Attested copy of parent's Disability ID card.
5. Medical Board certificate stating the disability percentage.
6. Photocopy of your bank passbook.
7. Certificate from your School or College Head.

References

For further details, you can visit the linked resources below:

• Official Department Website
• Government Order

FAQ's

What is the Vidyakiranam Scheme?

This scheme provides financial educational support to children from BPL families where parents have a disability of 40% or higher.

How is the scholarship distributed?

The scholarship is provided for 10 months each academic year to selected students, with funds transferred directly to the bank account.

Can students in private institutions apply?

Eligible students must be enrolled in government-approved institutions to qualify for this benefit.

How many students receive this in each district?

The program supports 25 children per district in Kerala.

Is there a specific disability threshold for parents?

Yes, the parent or parents must have a certified disability of 40% or above.