The government of Kerala has introduced this scheme which provides marriage assistance for legally married transgender couples who have undergone Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS). The amount of marriage assistance has been fixed to ₹30,000/-. This scheme is intended to help deprived transgender individuals who are planning to get married legally to lead a steady normal family life.

Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala

The legally married transgender couples who have undergone Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS) are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Yes, this scheme is only for transgender.

Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala State.

Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹30,000/- will be provided to legally married transgender couples who have undergone Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS).

Yes, the applicants must possess a Transgender Identity card.

No, the transgender who has already availed of the financial assistance but opted for second marriage after divorce won’t be eligible for further aid.

No, for receiving the aid, one of the partners should belong to the Transgender community.

Transgender couples must apply for financial assistance after 6 months from the date of marriage and not exceeding the 1-year period.

To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant should visit the Official Portal- SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal. https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in