Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme was launched by the Government of Karnataka in 2023 to provide financial assistance to educated unemployed youth. Under this scheme, eligible unemployed graduates receive ₹3,000 per month, while diploma holders receive ₹1,500 per month. The government transfers this assistance directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme aims to support young people financially while they search for jobs or explore self-employment opportunities.

The main objective of the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme is to reduce the financial burden on educated unemployed youth. Eligible graduates can receive ₹3,000 per month, and diploma holders can receive ₹1,500 per month for a maximum period of 2 years or until they secure employment or become self-employed, whichever is earlier. Once beneficiaries get a job or start self-employment, they will no longer receive the monthly allowance.

To meet the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme eligibility criteria, applicants must be domiciles of Karnataka and must have studied in the state for at least 6 years up to the completion of their Degree or Diploma. They must have completed their Degree or Diploma, including professional courses, in the prescribed year and remained unemployed for at least 180 days (6 months) after the declaration of their examination results. Applicants must not pursue higher studies, work in government or private sectors, become self-employed, or receive an apprenticeship stipend. Eligible gender-minority applicants can also apply for the scheme.

Eligible candidates can submit the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme online application through the Seva Sindhu Portal or Seva One Portal. They can also apply offline through the Karnataka One, Bengaluru One and Bapuji Seva Kendra. Applicants need to provide Aadhaar Card, educational certificates, Karnataka domicile or residency proof, bank account details and the prescribed self-declaration. The concerned department verifies the application before approving the monthly unemployment allowance.

Before applying for the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme, applicants must check whether their Degree or Diploma Certificate is available on the Karnataka National Academic Depository (NAD) Portal through DigiLocker. They can search for their university or diploma board and check the availability of their academic records. If the certificate is not available, applicants should contact their university or board and request them to upload it to the portal. This step helps the department verify their educational qualification during the application process.

Beneficiaries must continue to meet the scheme conditions and submit the prescribed unemployment self-declaration to receive the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi allowance. Applicants can also check their application status using their application reference number. For official information and application-related services, visit the Karnataka Seva Sindhu Portal, Seva One Portal or the Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood. For assistance, applicants can contact the scheme helpline at 1902.

Scheme Benefits

The Karnataka Yuva Nidhi scheme amount gives unemployed graduates and diploma holders a fixed monthly allowance to support them while they look for work. Here are the Yuva Nidhi scheme benefits in detail:

• Unemployed graduates receive ₹3,000 per month.
• Unemployed diploma holders receive ₹1,500 per month.
• The allowance is paid for a maximum of 2 years, or until the beneficiary secures employment, whichever is earlier.
• Payment stops immediately once the beneficiary finds a job, even within the two-year window.
• The amount is credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), directly into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-seeded bank account.

Eligibility Requirements

To avail of the monthly unemployment allowance under the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme, applicants must fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed by the Government of Karnataka.

• Applicants must be domiciles of Karnataka and must have studied in the state for at least 6 years up to the completion of their Degree or Diploma.
• Applicants must have completed their Degree or Diploma, including professional courses, in the prescribed given year.
• Applicants must have remained unemployed for at least 180 days (6 months) from the date of declaration of their examination results.
• Applicants must not be pursuing further or higher education.
• Applicants must not be employed in the government sector, a government-aided undertaking or the private sector.
• Applicants must not be self-employed, including through any government or bank loan scheme for self-employment.
• Applicants must not be receiving an apprenticeship stipend.
• Applicants must not be receiving benefits under any similar self-employment scheme offered by the Central or State Government.
• Applicants must possess a valid Aadhaar number for identification and verification.
• Applicants must have a Degree or Diploma registration number and their certificate available through DigiLocker for academic verification.
• Applicants must provide a Domicile or Residency Certificate issued by the Revenue Department or a Study Certificate issued by the concerned university, as applicable.
• Applicants must provide valid bank account details to receive the monthly allowance through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Applicants must submit the prescribed unemployment self-declaration and fulfil the department's verification requirements.
• Gender-minority applicants who fulfil the above eligibility conditions can also apply for the scheme.

Required Documents

Applicants must keep the following documents ready while applying for the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme. These documents help the concerned department verify the applicant's educational qualification, domicile, unemployment status and bank details.

• Aadhaar Card
• Degree or Diploma Certificate
• Degree or Diploma Registration Number
• Degree or Diploma Certificate available on DigiLocker
• Karnataka Domicile or Residency Certificate issued by the Revenue Department
• Study Certificate issued by the concerned university, wherever applicable
• Bank Account Details linked with Aadhaar for receiving DBT payments
• Unemployment Self-Declaration Form
• Mobile Number registered with Aadhaar

Steps to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply for the Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme through online and offline modes. Before submitting the Yuva Nidhi Scheme Application Form, applicants must check whether their Degree or Diploma Certificate is available on the Karnataka National Academic Depository (NAD) Portal through DigiLocker. If the certificate is not available, applicants should contact their respective university or diploma board and request them to upload it to the portal. Once the certificate is available for verification, applicants can proceed with the application process. The step-wise application process is shared below: -

Online Application through Seva Sindhu Portal

• To submit the Yuva Nidhi Scheme application online, visit the official Seva Sindhu Portal.
• Register on the portal using your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number, if you are a new user.
• Log in to the portal using your registered credentials.
• Search for the "Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme" under the list of available services.
• Click on the application option to open the Yuva Nidhi Scheme application form.
• Enter your personal details, contact information, educational qualification and bank account details.
• Provide your Degree or Diploma registration number and other required information.
• Accept the prescribed self-declaration confirming your unemployment status.
• Review the application form carefully and submit it.
• Save the acknowledgement or application reference number for future reference and status tracking.

Online Application through Seva One Portal

• To apply for the Yuva Nidhi Scheme online, visit the official Seva One Portal.
• Register or log in using the available citizen login facility.
• Search for services offered by the Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Department.
• Select the Application for Yuvanidhi Scheme service.
• Fill in the required personal, educational and bank account details.
• Upload or provide the necessary documents and complete the prescribed declarations.
• Review the details entered in the application form and submit the application.
• Note down the application reference number to check the application status later.

Offline Application Process

Applicants who cannot complete the online application themselves can seek assistance from designated government service centres or the District Employment Exchange Office, subject to the availability of the offline application facility.

• Applicants can also submit their Yuva Nidhi Scheme application form offline.
• For offline application, visit the nearest Karnataka One, Bangalore One, Grama One or Bapuji Seva Kendra.
• Alternatively, contact the concerned District Employment Exchange Office to enquire about the availability of the Yuva Nidhi Scheme offline application form.
• Collect the application form and fill in the required personal, educational and bank account details.
• Attach copies of the required documents, including Aadhaar Card, Degree or Diploma Certificate, Karnataka Domicile or Residency Certificate and bank account details.
• Submit the completed application form along with the supporting documents to the designated centre or concerned office.
• Complete the verification and self-declaration requirements as instructed by the officials.
• Collect the acknowledgement or application reference number for future reference.

How to Check NAD Records Before Applying

Before applying for Yuva Nidhi, check that your degree or diploma certificate is available on the NAD portal and claimed on DigiLocker.

1. Visit the Karnataka NAD portal at nad.karnataka.gov.in.
2. Click on "Yuva Nidhi Scheme" from the home page.
3. Now click on the "Check your NAD records".
4. Select your university from the list and enter your registration number.
5. Click on "Send" to check whether your records are available.
6. If your records are not found, ask your university or board to upload your certificate to NAD.
7. Sign in to DigiLocker with your Aadhaar number or Aadhaar-linked mobile number, or create a new account.
8. Check that your degree or diploma certificate appears in your DigiLocker account.

Relevant Links

• Karnataka Yuva Nidhi Scheme Online Application (through Seva One)
• Karnataka Seva One Portal Registration
• Karnataka Seva One Portal Login
• Yuva Nidhi Scheme Online Application Form. (Seva Sindhu)
• Karnataka Seva Sindhu Portal Registration. (through Seva Sindhu)
• Karnataka Seva Sindhu Portal Login. (Seva Sindhu)
• Yuva Nidhi Scheme Guidelines.
• Check students Records in NAD

Contact Information

• Yuva Nidhi Scheme Helpline Number : - 1902.