Scholarship For Differently Abled Students 2026: ₹300-₹1500 Monthly Stipend
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Quick answer
SDAS provides monthly scholarships from ₹300 to ₹1500 for differently abled students in Kerala with at least 40% disability and 40% marks. Eligible students can apply online through the SUNEETHI portal or offline by submitting forms to the District Social Justice Officer. The scheme is for permanent residents of Kerala with family income below ₹36,000.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹300-₹1500 Monthly Scholarship |
| Ministry / department | Social Justice Department |
| Level | State Government (Kerala) |
| Income limit | ₹0.36 lakh |
| Application mode | Online & offline |
About the scheme
The Scholarship For Differently Abled Students (SDAS) scheme, launched by the Social Justice Department of Kerala, offers financial support to students with a disability of 40% or more who have secured at least 40% marks in the previous year. It covers students from primary to postgraduate levels, including professional and technical courses, and provides different amounts for day scholars, hostel students and reader’s allowance based on the educational level. The scheme is open to permanent residents of Kerala and requires an annual family income below ₹36,000.
Benefits
- Class 1-4: ₹300 per month (Day Scholars), ₹200 per month (Hostel Students)
- Class 5-10: ₹500 per month (Day Scholars), ₹200 per month (Hostel Students)
- Class 11-12, IT Equivalent: ₹750 per month (Day Scholars), ₹1000 per month (Hostel Students), ₹300 per month (Reader’s allowance)
- Degree, Polytechnic, Equivalent training, Implant training: ₹1000 per month (Day Scholars), ₹1500 per month (Hostel Students), ₹400 per month (Reader’s allowance)
- Professional, PG courses: ₹1000 per month (Day Scholars), ₹1500 per month (Hostel Students), ₹400 per month (Reader’s allowance)
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Permanent resident of Kerala
- Differently abled student
- Disability of 40% or more
- Disability category: Blind, Deaf, Orthopedically handicapped, Mental Retardation
- Studying in Schools, Colleges, Professional, PG courses, technical training
- Secured at least 40% marks in previous year
- Annual family income below ₹36,000
Documents required
- Identity card (Aadhaar Card)
- Mobile number
- Email id
- Passport size photo
- Disability certificate from Medical board/Disability Identity card
- Educational Certificates
- Income Certificate
- Certificate from Head of Institution
- Copy of Parent's Identity Document
- Bank details - Copy of Pass Book
- Other documents, if any
How to apply
- 1Visit the SUNEETHI portal at https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
- 2Click on "One time Registration"
- 3Enter name, email ID and mobile number and register
- 4Verify the code received on mobile
- 5Create a new profile by filling mandatory details
- 6Login with mobile number and password
- 7Update personal, contact, identity and bank details
- 8Select the SDAS scheme and click "Apply Now"
- 9Fill all mandatory details in the application form and submit
Frequently asked questions
What is the “Scholarship For Differently Abled Students” Scheme?+
Under the scheme, the differently abled students studying in Schools, Colleges, and those who attend Professional, PG courses and technical training are being given scholarships by Social Justice Department. The disability category of students (Blind/Deaf/Orthopedically handicapped/Mental Retardation) with a disability of 40% or more and who obtain 40% marks in the examination in the previous year are eligible to apply for the scholarships.
Which department has launched this scheme?+
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?+
The differently abled students studying in Schools, Colleges and attending Professional, PG courses and technical training are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What should be the minimum percentage of marks required to apply under the scheme?+
Students with disabilities who have secured at least 40% marks in the previous year can apply under the scheme.
Is this scheme only for differently abled students?+
Yes, only students with disability are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What should be the disability percentage of the students applying under the scheme?+
The differently abled student should have a disability of 40 % or more.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala State?+
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.
Which type of disability student is eligible to apply in this scheme?+
The disability of students should be Blind / Deaf / Orthopedically handicapped/ Mental Retardation to apply under the scheme.
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