What is Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala?
Snehapoorvam is Kerala Government's compassionate scholarship scheme providing monthly financial support to children who have lost one or both parents (orphans and semi-orphans) and are studying in Classes 1-12 or in professional/degree courses. Launched by the Social Welfare Department, Snehapoorvam provides ₹300/month for Class 1-7 students, ₹500/month for Class 8-10, ₹750/month for Class 11-12, and ₹1,000/month for degree/professional course students. The scheme ensures that the loss of a parent does not force children to drop out of school. Over 1 lakh children benefit annually across Kerala's 14 districts. Applications are processed through the Social Welfare Department via the Seithi portal.
Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala 2026 — Monthly Support for Orphan & Single-Parent Children |
| State | Kerala (केरल) |
| Launched By | Government of Kerala |
| Launch Year | 2008 |
| Benefit | ₹300–₹1,000/month — orphan/semi-orphan children — Class 1 to degree level — monthly DBT support |
| Category | Education |
| Beneficiaries | 1 lakh+ orphan/semi-orphan children annually |
| Last Verified | 2 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://swd.kerala.gov.in |
Snehapoorvam Kerala — orphan ও semi-orphan children (ek ya dono parent lost) — Class 1-12 + degree students — ₹300-₹1,000/month scholarship। 1 lakh+ children annually। swd.kerala.gov.in apply।
₹300-₹1,000/month — orphan/semi-orphan — Class 1-12 + degree — Kerala children — monthly DBT
സ്നേഹപൂർവം കേരള സർക്കാരിന്റെ അനാഥ, അർദ്ധ-അനാഥ കുട്ടികൾക്കുള്ള മാസ്സിക scholarship. Class 1-7: ₹300/month. Class 8-10: ₹500/month. Class 11-12: ₹750/month. Degree: ₹1,000/month. 1 lakh+ കുട്ടികൾ ഗുണഭോക്താക്കൾ. swd.kerala.gov.in-ൽ apply ചെയ്യുക.
📌 फायदा: ₹300-₹1,000/month — അനാഥ/അർദ്ധ-അനാഥ കുട്ടികൾ — Class 1 മുതൽ degree വരെ — DBT monthly
पात्रता:
Kerala domicile, parent(s) deceased, Class 1-degree studying. Semi-orphan: surviving parent income ≤ ₹3 lakh.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
swd.kerala.gov.in → Snehapoorvam → apply. Death certificate + income cert + school enrollment + bank passbook. CDPO/Anganwadi worker help ചെയ്യും.
Benefits of Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala
✅ ₹300–₹1,000/month — orphan/semi-orphan children — Class 1 to degree level — monthly DBT support
₹300-₹1,000/month — orphan/semi-orphan — Class 1-12 + degree — Kerala children — monthly DBT
Who is Eligible for Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala?
- ✓ Kerala domicile child
- ✓ Full orphan: Both parents deceased
- ✓ Semi-orphan: One parent deceased AND surviving parent's annual income below ₹3 lakh
- ✓ Studying in Class 1 through Class 12 in a recognised school
- ✓ OR enrolled in college/degree/professional course (up to graduation)
- ✓ Child must not already be in a government-funded child care institution (Bal Bhavan, etc.)
Documents Required for Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala
How to Apply for Snehapoorvam Scholarship Kerala Online?
- 1swd.kerala.gov.in → Snehapoorvam → Apply Online (or download form)
- 2Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) / Anganwadi worker can assist with application
- 3Death certificate + income cert + school enrollment + bank passbook submit karein
- 4District Child Development Officer (DCDO) verification
- 5Approval ke baad monthly scholarship DBT — directly to bank account
- 6Annual renewal: school/college enrollment proof submit karna hoga
Official Government Portal — Kerala
Submit your application yourself on swd.kerala.gov.in; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
🔗 Apply at swd.kerala.gov.in or Anganwadi / Child Development Office