Sarkari Yojana

Matru Jyothi – Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers

Kerala
Quick Summary: Kerala's Social Justice Department pays ₹2,000/- to differently-abled mothers with a child under two years and family income up to ₹1,00,000/-, until the child turns two.

About Matru Jyothi – Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers

The Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala, launched “Matru Jyothi – Financial Assistance for PwD Mothers”. It gives ₹2,000/- to differently-abled mothers who fall within the scope of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016%20Act%2C%202016&text=Responsibility%20has%20been%20cast%20upon,an%20evolving%20and%20dynamic%20concept.). The help continues until the child is two years old, so the mother can care for the baby after delivery and arrange basic amenities. Implementation follows G.O.(Rt)No.268-2020-SJD dated 23-06-2020.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

District Social Justice Office, Kerala

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Matru Jyothi - Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicants with any of the disabilities below, at…

Applicants with any of the disabilities below, at the stated percentage, are covered by the scheme:
Blindness (Sl. No. 1) requires a disability of 80%.
Intellectual disability (Sl. No. 2) requires 60%.
Cerebral Palsy (Sl. No. 3) requires 60%.
Locomotor disability (Sl. No. 4) requires 80%.
Muscular dystrophy (Sl. No. 5) requires 50%.
Mental Illness (Sl. No. 6) requires 60%.
Multiple disabilities (Sl. No. 7), with the combination of Deaf-blind as 1st priority, combination of intellectual disability as 2nd priority and other combinations as 3rd priority, require 50%.
Acid attack victims (Sl. No. 8) require 80%.
Autism spectrum disorder (Sl. No. 9) requires 50%.
Low vision (Sl. No. 10) requires 70%.
Deaf and Hard of hearing (Sl. No. 11) requires 70%.
Chronic Neurological condition (Sl. No. 12) requires 70%.
Leprosy cured person (Sl. No. 13) requires 80%.
Multiple sclerosis (Sl. No. 14) requires 60%.
Parkinson's disease (Sl. No. 15) requires 60%.
Hemophilia (Sl. No. 16) requires 70%.
Thalassemia (Sl. No. 17) requires 70%.
Sickle cell disease (Sl. No. 18) requires 70%.
Speech and language disability (Sl. No. 19) requires 80%.
Dwarfism (Sl. No. 20) requires 70%.
Specific learning disability (Sl. No. 21) requires 100%.

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Only natives and residents of Kerala State can…

Only natives and residents of Kerala State can apply.

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The scheme is meant for mothers who are…

The scheme is meant for mothers who are differently abled.

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A differently abled mother whose child is below…

A differently abled mother whose child is below two years of age may apply.

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Total family income in a year must be…

Total family income in a year must be no more than ₹1,00,000/-.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Matru Jyothi - Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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1. Differently-abled mothers receive ₹2,000/- as financial assistance until their child reaches two years of age.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Aadhaar Card as the identity card

Aadhaar Card as the identity card

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Applicant's mobile number

Applicant's mobile number

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Applicant's email id

Applicant's email id

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A passport size photograph

A passport size photograph

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Disability certificate from the Medical Board

Disability certificate from the Medical Board

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Hospital discharge certificate

Hospital discharge certificate

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Income certificate (or, for applicants in the BPL…

Income certificate (or, for applicants in the BPL category, a copy of the Ration card)

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Details of the bank account

Details of the bank account

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A copy of the bank passbook

A copy of the bank passbook

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Any other documents, if needed

Any other documents, if needed

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Matru Jyothi - Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers through the online application process outlined below.

Registration Process:

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Open the SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal to…

Open the SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal to claim the scheme benefits.

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Select "One time Registration" on the home page

Select "One time Registration" on the home page.

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Provide your Name, Email ID & Mobile Number…

Provide your Name, Email ID & Mobile Number and press 'Register'.

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Type in the verification code sent to your…

Type in the verification code sent to your mobile number and press 'Verify'.

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A form for creating a new profile will…

A form for creating a new profile will open; complete all mandatory fields and press 'Register'. Login/Application Process:

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After registering, return to the SUNEETHI- Online Service…

After registering, return to the SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal and select "Citizen Login".

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Type the user name (your Mobile Number) and…

Type the user name (your Mobile Number) and Password, then press "Sign in".

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Using the 'Edit' button, update your Personal Information,…

Using the 'Edit' button, update your Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards & Bank Details.

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When the profile has been updated, the list…

When the profile has been updated, the list of schemes will be shown on the left side of the screen.

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Pick the scheme and press "Apply Now"

Pick the scheme and press "Apply Now".

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Complete every mandatory field of the application form…

Complete every mandatory field of the application form and press 'Submit'.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Matru Jyothi - Financial Assistance For PwD Mothers through the offline application process outlined below.

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Collect the application form from the nearest Anganwadi…

Collect the application form from the nearest Anganwadi Centre, or go to the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala, and download the application form.

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Complete the whole application form

Complete the whole application form.

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Hand in the filled form, with the prescribed…

Hand in the filled form, with the prescribed documents, at the nearest Anganwadi Centre.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References