Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024 Application Form PDF Download

Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024 application form is available to download in PDF format at sjd.kerala.gov.in. In this scheme of Social Justice Department, the Kerala govt is going to support persons with disabilities who have showcased special talent and expertise in arts and sporting activities. The official website is functional and people can know how to apply for Shreshtam Scheme.

According to guidelines of Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024, govt. will ensure access, inclusion and effective participation of persons with disabilities in the field of arts and sports. This scheme will enable such promising talents to undergo specialized training in State/National Academies/Centres which will help them to fine tune their potential and competence level. 

In this article, we will tell you about how to apply online for Shreshtam scheme, eligibility criteria, govt. orders, list of beneficiaries, guidelines and complete details.

Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024 Application Form PDF

Let's check complete process to download Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024 Application Form in PDF format by online mode:-

• First of all, visit official Kerala Social Justice Department website at http://sjd.kerala.gov.in/
• On reaching homepage, click at the "Schemes" tab present in the main menu or directly click this link
• At the opened page, click at the "Shreshtam scheme for ensuring participation of PwDs in Arts & Sports" link present at 60 number in the list of schemes.

• At the opened scheme details page, go to the "Documents" section and click at the "Application Forms - Shreshtam scheme for ensuring participation of PwDs in Arts and Sports" link as shown below or directly click here.

• The Kerala Shreshtam Scheme application form PDF will open as shown below:-

• All the interested applicants can download this Shreshtam Scheme form in PDF format. After downloading, applicants will have to enter necessary details accurately in the form and submit it to the concerned authorities.

Upon subsequent verification of filled in application form along with documents, the concerned officer will approve your form. All the applicants will then start getting assistance under Shreshtam Scheme directly into their bank accounts. 

Eligibility Criteria for Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024

Only those applicants who fulfills the eligibility criteria mentioned below will become eligible for Kerala Shreshtam Scheme:-

• The annual family income of applicant should be below 1 lakh.
• Applicant must be a PwD having 40% or more disability. 
• The applicant should be undergoing training from State/National Academies/Centres.
• Participants who have showcased their talents in State/ National level championships will be eligible to apply.

The Shreshtam scheme will be implemented in the state as mentioned in government order.

 

List of Documents Required for Shreshtam Scheme

• Merit certificate
• Admission details from Academy/Training Centre.
• Copy of Disability Certificate
• Copy of Ration card.
• True copy of bank passbook.

Duly filled application forms along with necessary supporting documents have to be submitted through District Social Justice Offices concerned. 

About Kerala Shreshtam Scheme 2024

Social Justice Department being the nodal agency entrusted for mainstreaming persons with disabilities, is implementing various social welfare programmes for upliftment and rehabilitation of such target population. Chapter (III) Section 16 (1) of the RPwD Act, 2016 mandates the States to ensure equal opportunities for PwDs in sports and recreation activities equally along with others without discrimination.  

Social Justice Department has devised a comprehensive scheme named "Shreshtam" to support persons with disabilities who have showcased special talent and expertise in arts and sporting activities. The objective of the scheme is to ensure access, inclusion and effective participation of persons with disabilities in the field of arts and sports. This scheme will enable such promising talents to undergo specialized training in State/National Academies/Centres which will help them to fine tune their potential and competence level. 

This scheme will encourage and mainstream the Persons with Disabilities to accomplish great achievements and help them to be self-sufficient. A maximum amount of Rs. 10,000/- will be provided to each beneficiary. The amount will be provided to a total of 10 beneficiaries from each district.

 

Link to Download Kerala Government Order for Shreshtam Scheme

Here is the direct link to download Kerala government order for Shreshtam Scheme 2024:-

Shreshtam Scheme Govt. Order - http://sjd.kerala.gov.in/DOCUMENTS/Order_new/GOs/35498.pdf

Kerala Shreshtam Scheme List 2024

Here is the direct link to check the name in the Kerala Shreshtam Scheme List 2024. The beneficiary PwDs can click at http://sjd.kerala.gov.in/scheme-info.php?scheme_id=MTc3c1Y4dXFSI3Z5. At this page, go to the "Target Group" section and click at the "Beneficiary Details" link in front of differently abled. In the new window, the Kerala Shreshtam Scheme list of beneficiaries will appear as shown below:-

All those candidates who want to check their name in the opened list can even select the financial year and district name to narrow search in the Shreshtam Scheme list of beneficiaries.

For more details, visit the official website of Social Justice Department of Kerala at http://sjd.kerala.gov.in