Stipend to Law Graduates scheme is a initiative by the Government of Karnataka Social Welfare Department with an aim of providing monetary benefits to SC/ST law graduates. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial support to SC/ST students pursuing the career in the legal profession and receive a stipend every month for practicing the profession in various courts and taking training from experienced advocates. This program guarantees that gifted students from disadvantaged groups have the required financial assistance to continue their education and training.
Objective
The main aim of this scheme is to offer financial help in the form of a monthly stipend to SC/ST law graduates so that they can practice law in various courts and pursue different legal training courses. This will assist in decreasing the economic constraints for future lawyers belonging to marginalized communities and encourage equal opportunities within the legal field.
Benefits
- Under this scheme, Monthly stipend of Rs 5000 will be given for a period of 4 years.
- Some training courses will also be organized under the Senior Advocates.
Eligibility
- Applicant should be a resident of Karnataka state.
- Applicant should belong to the SC/ST Community.
- Family income from all sources should be within Rs. 2 lakhs per annum.
- Maximum age limit allowed is 40 years.
- Law degree holder from any State/Central Government recognized University/Institution
- Duration of the Law Course should be either 3 years or 5 years
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- RD Number of Caste Certificate.
- RD Number of Income Certificate.
- Copy of Bank Passbook.
- Law Degree Certificate.
- Mobile Number.
Application Process
Online Application:
- Step 01: First go to the official website.
- Step 02: Using your Aadhaar Card, do the registration and provide all the required information.
- Step 03: Upload all the relevant documents.
- Step 04: After Registration, an SMS will be sent to the applicant and they can print the acknowledgement form as proof of application.
- Step 05: Social Welfare will do spot verification to verify the details provided by the applicant and process the application further.
- Step 06: After successful spot verification by the department, the stipend will be credited to the account of the applicant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: This scheme will help who?
Designed for SC/ST law graduates living in Karnataka, this program is meant for
Q2: This strategy offers what advantages?
The program encourages training under top advocates and pays a monthly stipend of ₹5,000 for four years.
Q3: Is this program accessible solely for members of SC/ST communities?
Indeed, only SC/ST law grads will reap the advantages.
Q4: Is this program exclusive for those with a legal degree?
Indeed, only graduates of approved universities with a law degree qualify for this program.
Q5: Can one apply for this scheme at any age?
Indeed, the most age limit is forty years.
Q6: Does one apply for this scheme using a family income limit?
Indeed, the household income need not to be more than ₹2 lakhs annually.
Q7: How might I apply for the program?
You can register and upload the necessary paperwork online using the Social Welfare Department’s official website.
Q8: Which paperwork is needed for this scheme?
Among the necessary paperwork are a law degree, bank passbook, Aadhaar card, caste and income certificates, and mobile number.
Q9: For evidence of permanent residence, which document ought to be used?
Proof of residence comes from the Permanent Residential Certificate that the relevant official issues.
Q10: Where may I get income certificates and caste?
The pertinent authorities in your local taluk office or Caste Certificate and Income Certificate can be obtained here.