The Matru Jyothi – Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers scheme, launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Kerala, is designed to support differently-abled mothers in nurturing their infants. Under this initiative, eligible mothers receive a monthly financial assistance of ₹2,000/- until their child turns two years old. This support is aimed at ensuring better health, nutrition, and the overall well-being of both the mother and child, in line with the provisions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Assistance: Eligible mothers receive ₹2,000/- per month until the child reaches two years of age.
- Enhanced Nurturing: The financial aid helps in procuring essential care and basic amenities for the baby.
- Direct Benefit Transfer: The funds are transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account, ensuring efficiency and transparency.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Matru Jyothi Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Disability Types & Percentages: The applicant must have one of the following disabilities with the specified minimum percentage:
- Blindness: 80%
- Intellectual Disability: 60%
- Cerebral Palsy: 60%
- Locomotor Disability: 80%
- Muscular Dystrophy: 50%
- Mental Illness: 60%
- Multiple Disabilities: (Deaf-blind – 1st priority, Intellectual disability – 2nd priority, Others – 3rd priority): 50%
- Acid Attack Victims: 80%
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: 50%
- Low Vision: 70%
- Deaf and Hard of Hearing: 70%
- Chronic Neurological Condition: 70%
- Leprosy Cured Person: 80%
- Multiple Sclerosis: 60%
- Parkinson’s Disease: 60%
- Hemophilia: 70%
- Thalassemia: 70%
- Sickle Cell Disease: 70%
- Speech and Language Disability: 80%
- Dwarfism: 70%
- Specific Learning Disability: 100%
- Residency: The applicant must be a native and permanent resident of Kerala.
- Motherhood: The applicant should be a differently-abled mother.
- Child’s Age: The scheme is available to mothers with a child below two years of age.
- Income: The annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Application Process
Online & Offline Registration Process
Registration Process:
- Visit the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal:
- Access the portal via the official website.
- One-Time Registration:
- Click on “One Time Registration” on the home page.
- Fill in your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number, then click ‘Register’.
- Enter the verification code received on your mobile and click ‘Verify’.
- Complete the new profile form with all mandatory details and click ‘Register’.
Login/Application Process:
- Citizen Login:
- Once registered, click on “Citizen Login” and sign in using your mobile number and password.
- Update Profile:
- Update your Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards, and Bank Details by clicking on ‘Edit’.
- Apply for the Scheme:
- Select the Matru Jyothi scheme from the list on the left-hand side.
- Click on “Apply Now”, fill in the application form, and then submit the form.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card.
- Mobile Number & Email ID: For communication and verification.
- Passport Size Photo
- Medical Board Certificate for Disability
- Discharge Certificate from the Hospital
- Income Certificate: If the applicant belongs to the BPL category (copy of the Ration Card).
- Bank Account Details: Including a copy of the bank passbook.
- Other Documents: Any additional documents as required by the scheme guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the “Matru Jyothi – Financial Assistance for PwD Mothers” scheme?
A1: It is a scheme by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Kerala that provides monthly financial assistance of ₹2,000/- to differently-abled mothers until their child turns two years old.
Q2: Which department has launched this scheme?
A2: The scheme is launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Kerala.
Q3: Who is eligible to receive benefits under this scheme?
A3: Differently-abled mothers (with specified disability percentages) who are permanent residents of Kerala and have a child under two years of age are eligible.
Q4: Is this scheme only for differently-abled mothers?
A4: Yes, the scheme specifically targets mothers with disabilities as defined under the RPwD Act 2016.
Q5: Is the scheme only for residents of Kerala?
A5: Yes, only native and permanent residents of Kerala are eligible.
Q6: Is there an income criterion?
A6: Yes, the annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Q7: What is the benefit provided by the scheme?
A7: The scheme provides a monthly financial assistance of ₹2,000/- until the child reaches the age of two years.
Q8: How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A8: Applications can be submitted online via the SUNEETHI portal or offline, following the prescribed process.