Distress Relief Fund For The Differently Abled (Medical Treatment)

Key facts

Benefit	₹5,000 yearly
Who	Disabled persons in Kerala
Income limit	₹22,375 (Urban)
Implemented by	Department of Social Justice, Kerala
Official portal	https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible applicants

Benefits

Eligible individuals receive financial assistance of ₹5,000 per year for medical treatment, including surgeries.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹22,375/year
Resident of Kerala
poor household
disabled

Applicants must be residents of Kerala and belong to a poor household with a disability or have become handicapped due to an accident. The annual income should not exceed ₹22,375 for urban areas and ₹20,000 for rural areas.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the SUNEETHI portal.

Visit the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal.
Click on 'One time Registration' on the home page.
Fill in your details such as Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number, then click 'Register'.
Enter the verification code received on your mobile and click 'Verify'.
Complete the profile creation by filling in all mandatory details and click 'Register'.
Log in using your mobile number and password on the SUNEETHI portal.
Update your personal and bank details, then select the scheme and click 'Apply Now'.
Fill in the application form and click 'Submit' to complete the process.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card
Mobile number
Email id
Passport size photo
Doctor's certificate that treatment is necessary
Copy of Income Certificate (Original)
Bank account details- Copy of bank passbook
Other documents, if any

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted and correctly filled out in the application form.
Payment not received	Check the application status on the official portal and confirm that all eligibility criteria are met.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Distress Relief Fund for the Differently Abled?

It is a scheme by the Government of Kerala that provides financial assistance for medical treatment to disabled individuals.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Individuals who are residents of Kerala and have a disability or have become handicapped due to an accident can apply.

What is the maximum income limit for eligibility?

The annual income must not exceed ₹22,375 for urban residents and ₹20,000 for rural residents.

What type of assistance is provided under this scheme?

The scheme offers financial aid of ₹5,000 per year for medical treatments, including surgeries.

What documents are required to apply?

Required documents include identity proof, a doctor's certificate, income certificate, and bank account details, among others.

Is this scheme applicable only to certain disabilities?

Yes, it covers various disabilities including blindness, deafness, and orthopedic handicaps, among others.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.