Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Kerala Revamps 'Connect to Work' Scheme
The Kerala government has updated its 'connect to work' program to help young people find jobs.
Now, more people can apply, including those studying or preparing for exams.
The state will give a monthly scholarship of Rs 1,000 for a year to the first 5 lakh eligible applicants.
To qualify, you must live in Kerala, be between 18 and 30 years old, and your family's yearly income should be less than Rs 5 lakh.
You can apply online through the state's employment portal.
Kerala Cabinet approved revised guidelines for the 'connect to work' scheme on January 14.
Eligible candidates include those undergoing skill training or preparing for competitive exams.
Applicants must be permanent Kerala residents aged 18-30 with annual family income ≤ Rs 5 lakh.
First 5 lakh eligible applicants will receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 1,000 for 12 months.
Applications can be submitted via the portal eemployment.kerala.gov.in.
- Who
- Kerala Cabinet, chaired by CM Pinarayi Vijayan
- What
- Approved revised guidelines for the 'connect to work' scheme
- When
- January 14
- Where
- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- Why
- To improve youth employment prospects through skill development and financial support
- Eligibility Criteria
- Permanent residents of Kerala, aged 18-30, with annual family income ≤ Rs 5 lakh
- Scholarship Amount
- Rs 1,000 per month for 12 months
- Number of Beneficiaries
- First 5 lakh eligible applicants
- Implementation Body
- Employment Department, Kerala
- Application Portal
- eemployment.kerala.gov.in
