Self-Employment Scheme For Dependents Of Prisoners

Key facts

Benefit	₹30,000 (one-time)
Who	Dependents of prisoners
Implemented by	Department of Social Justice, Kerala
Official portal	https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
Application window	Open all year during convict's imprisonment

Benefits

Eligible dependents receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹30,000 to support self-employment. This aid is provided only during the imprisonment of the convict.

Who can apply

For: dependent
Resident of Kerala
bpl
no government employee in family

Applicants must be residents of Kerala and belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. Financial assistance is available only to the dependents of prisoners who have served a minimum of five years and are not government employees.

Who is not eligible

Dependents with crime records other than the undergoing one
Government employees in the family

How to apply

To apply for the scheme, visit the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal.

Visit the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal.
Click on 'One time Registration' on the home page.
Enter your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number, then click 'Register'.
Verify your mobile number using the received code and click 'Verify'.
Complete the profile creation form with mandatory details and click 'Register'.
Log in using your mobile number and password on the 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

Copy of Aadhaar card
Mobile number
Email id
Passport size photo
Copy of Ration Card
Certificate of Ward Member/Councillor
Project proposal of the proposed work/business
Copy of Bank Passbook
Affidavit of Jail Superintendent
Other documents, if any

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all required documents are submitted and that the applicant meets the eligibility criteria.
Payment not received	Check if the application was approved and confirm that the applicant has not previously availed the benefit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Self-Employment Scheme for Dependents of Prisoners?

This scheme provides one-time financial assistance to the dependents of prisoners to support their self-employment during the convict's imprisonment.

Who launched this scheme?

The scheme was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.

Who is eligible for benefits under this scheme?

Dependents of prisoners who have served at least five years are eligible, provided they are residents of Kerala and belong to the BPL category.

Can families apply for assistance multiple times?

No, families can only receive the financial assistance once under this scheme.

What is the maximum financial assistance provided?

The scheme offers a maximum of ₹30,000 as one-time financial assistance to eligible families.

How can applicants apply for the scheme?

Applicants must visit the SUNEETHI Online Service Application Portal to register and apply for the scheme.

Key terms explained

BPL (Below Poverty Line): An official classification for households whose income falls below a government-set threshold; many welfare schemes prioritise them.

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