Kerala Sthree Suraksha Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

• The Government of Kerala has launched a major welfare initiative called the Sthree Suraksha Scheme, effective from 22 December 2025.
• The scheme has been launched with the objective of providing financial support to women who are not covered under any other assistance programme of the State or Central Government.
• The Finance Department of the Kerala Government is responsible for implementing and monitoring this scheme.
• Under the Sthree Suraksha Scheme, eligible women beneficiaries are entitled to receive a monthly financial assistance of Rs. 1,000/-.
• However, this benefit is not extended to all women applicants.
• Only women aged between 35 and 60 years, who are not receiving any form of social security pension, are considered eligible.
• Applicants must compulsorily hold either an Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Ration Card, commonly known as the Yellow Ration Card, or a Priority Household (PHH) Ration Card, popularly referred to as the Pink Ration Card.
• Women employed under the Central Government, State Government, or any Quasi-Government institution are also excluded from eligibility under the Sthree Suraksha Pension Scheme.
• The online application facility has been activated, and eligible women can submit their applications through the KSMART Portal starting from 22 December 2025.
• Interested applicants are encouraged to apply and avail themselves of the Rs. 1,000 per month financial assistance provided under this scheme.

Scheme Benefits

• Monthly financial support is provided to women beneficiaries who meet the eligibility criteria
• An amount of Rs. 1,000/- per month is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account

Eligibility Requirement

• Only permanent resident women and transgender persons of Kerala are eligible to apply.
• The applicant's age must be between 35 and 60 years
• The applicant must possess any one of the following ration cards :-
  • Priority Household (PHH) Pink Ration Card.
  • Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Yellow Ration Card.
• Women who are widowed, differently-abled, or unmarried and already receiving financial assistance or welfare pension from any other scheme are not eligible.
• Female employees working under the Central Government, State Government, or any Quasi-Government institution are not eligible for benefits under the Sthree Suraksha Scheme.

Ineligibility Criteria

• Women who are already receiving benefits under any of the following Kerala Government pension schemes are not eligible for assistance under the Sthree Suraksha Scheme :-
  • Widow's Pension.
  • Unmarried Woman's Pension.
  • Disability Pension.
  • Service Pension.
  • Family Pension.
  • Family Pension through Welfare Boards.
  • EPF Pension.
  • Any other Social Welfare Pension.

Required Documents

• Female Applicant Aadhaar Card.
• Any one document as age proof :-
  • School TC.
  • Birth Certificate.
  • Passport.
  • Driving Licence.
  • Medical AGe Certificate.
• PHH or AAY Ration Card.
• Bank Account Details.
• Self-Declaration Form.

Steps to Apply

• Eligible women can submit their applications online for the Kerala Government's Sthree Suraksha Scheme.
• The online application facility for the Sthree Suraksha Scheme is provided through the KSMART portal.
• Applicants need to visit the portal and select the option "Apply – Citizen Login."
• New users must create an account on the portal using their Aadhaar number or a valid email ID/ mobile number.
• The Aadhaar number of the female applicant will be authenticated through an OTP sent by the portal.
• After successful registration, beneficiaries can log in using their registered mobile number, email ID, or PAN.
• Once logged in, applicants should choose the Sthree Suraksha Scheme from the left-hand menu.
• The online application process for the Sthree Suraksha Pension Padhati consists of six stages, where all required details must be filled in carefully.
• The six stages involved in the Sthree Suraksha Scheme application process are as follows :-
  • Aadhaar and Ration Card Information.
  • Applicant's Personal Details.
  • Employment Related Details.
  • Bank Account Information.
  • Uploading of documents. (Age Proof and Photograph)
  • Eligibility Verification.
• After completing all sections, applicants must review the entered details in the Sthree Suraksha application form before final submission.
• Once the form is submitted successfully, the portal will generate an acknowledgement number for future reference.
• The submitted applications are reviewed by officials from the Local Self-Government Department, who prepare a list of eligible women beneficiaries.
• This approved list is then forwarded to the Social Security Mission for the release of financial assistance.
• Under the scheme, each eligible woman beneficiary receives a monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 directly into her bank account.
• A detailed, step-by-step guide to the complete online application process for the Sthree Suraksha Pension Scheme is available on the portal.
• Women who are unable to apply online also have the option to submit their applications offline.
• The offline application form for the Sthree Suraksha Pension Scheme can be obtained from the Gram Panchayat office or the respective Urban Local Body office.
• Applicants must fill in the form accurately and attach all the necessary supporting documents.
• The completed application, along with required documents, should be submitted to the same office from which the form was collected.
• For any assistance or clarification related to the Sthree Suraksha Pension Scheme, applicants may contact officials of the Gram Sabha, Panchayat, or Urban Local Body.

Relevant Links

• Kerala Ksmart Portal.
• Kerala Sthree Suraksha Scheme Application Process.
• Kerala Sthree Suraksha Scheme Official Guidelines.
• Kerala Finance Department Website.

Contact Information

• Contact Numbers of Finance Department Kerala.