Varnam Scheme For Transgender Students Pursuing Distance Education Courses
✓ Information verified — June 2026The scheme “Varnam Scheme for Transgender Students Pursuing Distance Education Courses” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala to provide financial assistance to Transgender students pursuing Degree/Diploma/ PG courses through distance education.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for pursuing distance education courses
- Support for Degree level courses
- Support for Diploma level courses
- Support for Postgraduate (PG) level courses
- Encourages inclusive education for transgender community
Who Can Apply
- Age: 12–100 years
- Residence: Kerala residents only
- Must be a transgender student
- Must be a resident of Kerala
- Must be enrolled in an accredited distance education program
- Must be pursuing Degree, Diploma, or Postgraduate courses through distance mode
- Must meet the admission requirements of the respective educational institution
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Proof of Residence
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Distance Education Enrollment Certificate
- 5. Gender Identity Certificate
- 6. Educational Institution Letter
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Kerala
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 12–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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