Karnataka Mythri Yojane

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Last verified: 25 May 2026 · How we verify scheme facts

What is Karnataka Mythri Yojane?

Mythri Yojane is Karnataka's pioneering social security scheme specifically for transgender persons — launched 2019 by WCD Department as one of India's first state-led transgender welfare schemes. Provides ₹1,000/month direct cash transfer (raised from ₹600 in 2022) to all registered transgender persons in Karnataka — irrespective of age, income, family status. Karnataka is one of few states with dedicated transgender pension. Integrated with Niradhar Sahayog, Mythri Skills training, Ashraya housing, Arogya Karnataka healthcare, ePASS education. Beneficiaries need Karnataka Transgender Identity Certificate from District Transgender Welfare Board. 25,000+ transgender persons receive Mythri pension as of 2026.

Karnataka Mythri Yojane — Quick Overview

Scheme Name	Karnataka Mythri Yojane 2026 — ₹1,000/Month Pension for Transgender Persons
State	Karnataka (कर्नाटक)
Launched By	Government of Karnataka
Launch Year	2019
Benefit	₹1,000/month pension to registered transgender persons (any age, no income limit)
Category	Women
Last Verified	25 May 2026
Official Portal	https://transgender.dosje.gov.in

📖ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಮೈತ್ರಿ ಯೋಜನೆ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ಕಲ್ಯಾಣ — ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾಹಿತಿKannada

ಮೈತ್ರಿ ಯೋಜನೆ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗಳಿಗೆ 2019ರಲ್ಲಿ ಆರಂಭವಾದ ವಿಶೇಷ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಭದ್ರತಾ ಯೋಜನೆಯಾಗಿದ್ದು ನೋಂದಾಯಿತ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿಗಳಿಗೆ ₹1,000/ತಿಂಗಳ ನೇರ ನಗದು ವರ್ಗಾವಣೆ ನೀಡುತ್ತದೆ. 25,000+ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿಗಳು ಪ್ರಯೋಜನ ಪಡೆಯುತ್ತಾರೆ.

📌 फायदा: ನೊಂದಾಯಿತ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಗಳಿಗೆ ₹1,000/ತಿಂಗಳ ಪಿಂಚಣಿ (ವಯಸ್ಸು, ಆದಾಯ ನಿರ್ಬಂಧ ಇಲ್ಲ)

पात्रता:

18+ ವರ್ಷ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ನಿವಾಸಿ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿ, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ಗುರುತಿನ ಪ್ರಮಾಣಪತ್ರ ಅಥವಾ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ಗುರುತಿನ ಚೀಟಿ ಹೊಂದಿರಬೇಕು.

अर्ज कसा करावा:

transgender.dosje.gov.in ನಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ತೃತೀಯಲಿಂಗಿ ಐಡಿ ಪಡೆದ ನಂತರ sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in ನಲ್ಲಿ ಮೈತ್ರಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗೆ ಅರ್ಜಿ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ.

Benefits of Karnataka Mythri Yojane

✅ ₹1,000/month pension to registered transgender persons (any age, no income limit)

Who is Eligible for Karnataka Mythri Yojane?

✓ Karnataka resident transgender person aged 18+ years
✓ Valid Karnataka Transgender Identity Certificate (District Transgender Welfare Board)
✓ No income/employment restriction — universal coverage
✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account in transgender person's name
✓ Self-identification OR National Transgender ID accepted

Documents Required for Karnataka Mythri Yojane

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How to Apply for Karnataka Mythri Yojane Online?

1Apply for National Transgender ID at transgender.dosje.gov.in (Aadhaar + photo + self-declaration)
2Receive National Transgender ID via post in 30-60 days
3Visit District Transgender Welfare Board (Karnataka WCD) for Karnataka State Transgender ID
4Apply Mythri Yojane on Seva Sindhu (sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in) OR Sakala/Bangalore One
5Upload: Karnataka/National Transgender ID, Aadhaar, domicile, bank passbook, photo
6Verification 30-45 days; ₹1,000/month credited via DBT, 1st week of each month
7Also eligible for Mythri Skills training, Ashraya housing, Arogya Karnataka, ePASS scholarships

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Official Government Portal — Karnataka

Submit your application yourself on transgender.dosje.gov.in; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.

🔗 Get Transgender ID at transgender.dosje.gov.in, then apply Mythri at Seva Sindhu

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Frequently Asked Questions — Karnataka Mythri Yojane

Who can apply for Mythri Yojane?−

Karnataka resident transgender person aged 18+ with valid Karnataka Transgender Identity Certificate (or National Transgender ID). No income limit, no caste restriction. Self-identification accepted; gender confirmation surgery NOT required.

How to get Karnataka Transgender Identity Certificate?+

What other benefits do Karnataka transgender persons get?+

Is Mythri available in other states?+

Is gender confirmation surgery required for Mythri?+