Kerala
Educational Assistance For Children Of Victims Of Crime
Main benefit
Under the scheme, the following financial assistance will be given to the eligible applicant:
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Family income up to ₹1 lakh a year
- Work: Student
About
The scheme "Educational Assistance for Children of Victims of Crime” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. In order to strengthen the victim support services in the State, the Government of Kerala has launched this scheme which provides educational assistance for children of survivors (victims) of crime. The dependents of survivors (victims) including children find it difficult to continue their studies due to financial constraints since the family has to meet the treatment expenses. Survivors (Victims) of crime are defined as those who suffer out of a crime and for no fault of their own. Being a survivor (victim) of a crime can be a shocking and harrowing experience. The trauma of victimization can have a devastating impact on crime survivors (victims) and their loved ones; especially children. The survivors (victims) and their families go through tremendous stress and suffer financially, socially, and psychologically.
Benefits
- Under the scheme, the following financial assistance will be given to the eligible applicant:
- Sl. No.
- Classes/Courses
- Amount of Assistance1Children studying in classes 1 to 5₹3000/- per year2Children studying in classes 6 to 10₹5000/- per year3Higher Secondary₹7500/- per year4Graduate students₹10,000/- per year5PG/M.
- Phil course students₹15,000/- per year
- Note: The amount will be transferred to the joint account of the child and the current parent.
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.
- The children/dependents of survivors (victims) of crime are eligible to apply under the scheme.
- The combined annual income of the families should be less than ₹1,00,000/-.
- The children pursuing a degree and higher education courses in government and aided institutions and admitted to merit seats in unaided institutions are eligible for financial assistance in courses from the degree level onwards.
- Note: If granted for one year, the amount can be granted in subsequent years if the head of the school or college or the head of the newly joined institution certifies that the child will continue his education.
Who cannot apply
- Families of those killed in road accidents will not be allowed from this scheme.
- Children who are receiving funds from the financial assistance scheme mentioned below will not be allowed again. a. Sneha Purva Project of Social Security Mission b. Vijnana Deepthi or Sponsorship Scheme of Integrated Child Care Scheme. c. Financial assistance provided by the Department of Women and Child Development to the children of women heads of households. d. Educational assistance provided by the Department of Social Justice to the children of prisoners.
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How to apply
Online
OfflineRegistration Process:
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To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal
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On the home page, click on "One time Registration”
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Fill in the details like Name, Email ID & Mobile Number and click on 'Register'.
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The applicant needs to enter the verification code received on the mobile number and click on 'Verify'.
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Now, a form will open to create the new profile, fill in all the mandatory details and click on 'Register'. Login Application Process:
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Once the registration process is completed, the applicant should visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal and click on "Citizen Login”.
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Enter the user name i.e. Mobile Number and Password and click on "Sign in”.
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Now, the applicant needs to update all their details i.e. Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards & Bank Details by clicking on the 'Edit' button.
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Once the applicant updated their profile successfully, the schemes will appear on the left side of the screen.
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Select the scheme and click on the "Apply Now” button.
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Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and click on the 'Submit' button.
Common questions
What is the "Educational Assistance for Children of Victims of Crime” scheme?
The Government of Kerala has launched this scheme which provides educational assistance for children of survivors (victims) of crime. The dependents of survivors (victims) including children find it difficult to continue their studies due to financial constraints since the family has to meet the treatment expenses.
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
The children/dependents of survivors (victims) of crime are eligible to apply under the scheme.
Is this scheme only for the children of survivors (victims) of crime?
Yes, this scheme is only for the children of survivors (victims) of crime.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.
What is the income criterion to apply under the scheme?
The combined annual income of the families should be less than ₹1,00,000/-.
Are the children pursuing a degree and higher education courses from private institutions eligible to apply under the scheme?
The only children pursuing a degree and higher education courses in government and aided institutions and admitted to merit seats in unaided institutions are eligible for financial assistance in courses from the degree level onwards.
What is the creation for children to get the grant in subsequent years?
If granted for one year, the amount can be granted in subsequent years if the head of the school or college or the head of the newly joined institution certifies that the child will continue his education.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, eligible students will receive financial assistance of ₹3000/- per year to ₹15,000/- per year who are studying in Class I to PG/M.Phil. course.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant should visit the Official Portal- SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal. https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
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