Social Justice Department with the help of Kerala Social Security Mission conducted a State-wide disability survey and it has been identified that there are 7,79,793 differently abled persons out of which 1,30,799 persons are below the age of 18 years. For the educational upliftment of such PH students, Social Justice Department has initiated a new scheme called ‘Vidyajyothi’ scheme that provides financial assistance for purchase of uniforms and study materials.

Financial assistance is being provided to students whose disability percentage is 40% or above on the following basis:-

The duly filled application form has to be submitted to the concerned District Social Justice Officers.

Eligibility Criteria:-

• The applicant must be studying in Government / Aided Institution.

• Attested copy of certificate issued by the Medical Board proving that the applicant has 40% or more disability.

• Applicant’s annual family income is not applicable under this scheme.

• The Head of Institution should attest the duly filled application form.

• Priority must be given to BPL category students.