The Educational Assistance to Children of Women Headed Families scheme is a welfare initiative launched by the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala. Recognizing the challenges faced by single women managing families—especially those living below the poverty line—the government provides monthly educational assistance to their children. This financial aid covers children from pre-primary to postgraduate level, helping them access and continue formal education.
Short Summary
• Scheme Name: Educational Assistance to Children of Women Headed Families
• State: Kerala
• Department: Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala
• Target Beneficiaries: Children of women-headed families from BPL and priority groups
• Benefit Type: Monthly educational assistance
• Application Mode: Offline via Anganwadi/CDPO/Social Justice Office
Benefits
| Category | Class Level | Monthly Assistance |
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| I | Below 5 years & Class 1 to 5 | ₹300 |
| II | Class 6 to 10 | ₹500 |
| III | Class 11 (Plus One) & Class 12 (Plus Two) | ₹750 |
| IV | Degree and above | ₹1,000 |
Note: The assistance is granted per month and is applicable for up to two children per family.
Eligibility Criteria
• The applicant must be a resident of Kerala
• Belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family OR
• Belong to a priority group, including:
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HIV/AIDS-affected families
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Socially discriminated persons
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War widows
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Women whose husbands are bedridden due to stroke or spinal injury
• The child must be studying in a Government or Government-aided school/college
• Only two children per family can benefit from the scheme
Exclusions
• Children availing of any other scholarship are not eligible
• A certificate from the school/college is mandatory, confirming no other scholarship is being received
Application Process
Offline Mode
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Collect the application form from the nearest Anganwadi, Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), or District Social Justice Office, or download it from the official website
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Fill the form with accurate details
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Attach the necessary documents
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Submit the completed form to the concerned District Social Justice Office
Documents Required
• Aadhaar card or any valid identity proof
• Passport-size photo of the student
• BPL Card or proof of priority category (if not BPL)
• Residence proof (ration card, utility bill, etc.)
• Marksheet of the previous exam & Bonafide Certificate from school/college
• Bank account details of the student or guardian
• No Scholarship Certificate from head of the institution
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the “Educational Assistance to Children of Women Headed Families” scheme?
The scheme “Educational Assistance to Children of Women Headed Families” proposes by the Government of Kerala to extend a helping hand to these families by way of providing financial assistance to the education of children. The women belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families/Priority families (Children of HIV/AIDS affected persons, socially discriminated persons, war widows etc. are eligible irrespective of their BPL status). - Which department has launched this scheme?
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala - What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹300/- to ₹1000/- is provided to the education of children. - Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
Women Headed Below Poverty Line (BPL) Families and the family in which husband of woman is bedridden and not able to cover livelihood, due to stroke/or spinal injury will be eligible to apply under this scheme. - Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala?
Yes, the applicant should be a resident of Kerala State. - Who will be given priority under the scheme?
Under the scheme, the priority will be given to HIV/AIDS affected persons, socially discriminated persons, war widows etc. are eligible irrespective of their BPL status. - How many children in a family are eligible to apply under the scheme?
Only two children’s per family are eligible for this scheme. - Can a child study in private school/college be eligible to apply under the scheme?
No, the child should study in Government or Government aided School or College. - Can a child availing of any other scholarship be eligible for the assistance?
No, the child who avail of any other scholarship is not eligible for the assistance. - Where can I get the application form?
The application form can collected from Child Development Project Officer through Anganwadi Workers or it can be downloaded from the Official Website of Social Justice Department, Kerala. http://sjd.kerala.gov.in - Where will I submit the application form?
The duly filled application form along with the documents prescribed will be forwarded to the concerned District Social Justice Office, Kerala.