Saphalam Scheme for Transgender students who are doing Professional Courses has been initiated by the Department of Social Justice of the Government of Kerala. This scheme is an innovative initiative for helping financially backward Transgender students pursuing professional diploma or degree courses. The sole purpose of this scheme is to enable transgender students to study uninterrupted, improve job opportunities, and improve their livelihood by providing a financial grant for paying educational charges.
Benefits
Under the scheme, financial assistance up to ₹1,00,000/- per year will be provided to transgender students for pursuing professional courses at the degree/diploma level.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be Transgender.
- The applicant should be a resident of Kerala.
- Transgender students who have secured admission in merit seats in Government, Aided/Self-financing colleges are eligible under this scheme.
- Transgender students who secure admission for courses MBBS, Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc), and BSc Agriculture in Government colleges are eligible.
- Transgender students pursuing Diploma level government-accredited courses are also eligible.
- Transgender students who have completed 18 years must submit a copy of their Transgender ID card.
- Those Transgender students who are below 18 years must submit a self-declaration statement duly certified by the Head of Institution/Parent.
Application Process
Online and Offline Registration:
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Step 1: Registration
- Visit the SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal.
- Click on “One time Registration”.
- Fill in your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number and click “Register”.
- Enter the verification code sent to your mobile and click “Verify”.
- Complete the profile by filling in all mandatory details and click “Register”.
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Step 2: Application Process
- After completing registration, click on “Citizen Login” on the portal.
- Log in using the Mobile Number and Password created during registration.
- Update your Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards, and Bank Details.
- Once the profile is updated, the available schemes will appear on the left side of the screen.
- Select the Saphalam Scheme and click on “Apply Now”.
- Fill in the mandatory details in the application form and click “Submit”.
Documents Required
Applicants will need to submit the following documents:
- Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, Election ID, or Voter ID.
- Transgender ID Card (if above 18 years of age).
- Self-declaration (if below 18 years) attested by Head of Institution or Parent.
- Mobile Number and Email ID.
- Passport Size Photo.
- Affidavit stating that the applicant is Transgender.
- Bank Details: A copy of the Bank Passbook.
- Certificate from the Institution confirming admission on a merit basis.
- Educational and Course Certificates.
- Fee Details Certificate from the College/Institution on letterhead.
- Other necessary documents, if applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1:What is the “Saphalam Scheme”?
The Saphalam Scheme helps transgender students in Kerala seeking professional degree or diploma courses financially so they may keep on their education free from financial constraints.
Q2: Starting this initiative, which department?
Launched this program is the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
Q3: Under the plan, who qualifies to be benefited?
The program is for transgender students living in Kerala who are working on degrees or diplomas in line of profession.
Q4: Is this program only for students identifying as transgender?
Indeed, this system is especially meant for transgender pupils.
Q5: Are only Kerala residents eligible for this scheme?
Indeed, candidates for this plan have to be Kerala residents.
Q6:Under the arrangement, is there any income restriction applicable?
The program is aimed at transgender students with limited means, although the eligibility rules make no mention of any particular income ceiling.
Q7: The scheme offers what advantage?
The program gives transgender students up to ₹1,00,000 annually in financial help so they may pursue professional study.
Q8: Does every student have to bring their Transgender ID card?
Students above eighteen years old are just obliged to provide a transgender ID card.
Q9: Under the plan, how might an applicant apply?
Applications can be made online using the SUNEETHI-Online Service Portal.