Financial Support for Educated Youth 2025 By Karnataka Berojgari Bhatta Yojana

The Government of Karnataka has launched the Karnataka Unemployment Allowance Scheme (Karnataka Berojgari Bhatta Yojana) or yuva nidhi scheme to provide crucial financial assistance to educated unemployed youth across the state. This initiative aims to empower job seekers with temporary economic stability while they actively pursue employment opportunities.

What is the Karnataka Berojgari Bhatta Yojana

This welfare scheme offers a monthly financial stipend to eligible unemployed graduates and diploma holders registered with Karnataka’s employment exchanges. It acts as a safety net, reducing financial stress during the job search phase and enabling youth to focus on skill development and employment opportunities.

Karnataka Berojgari Bhatta Yojana Key Features & Benefits:

• Monthly Financial Aid: Eligible candidates receive between ₹1,500 to ₹3,000 per month.
• Duration: Allowance is provided for up to 24 months (2 years) or until employment is secured, whichever is earlier.
• Target Group: Supports educated unemployed youth holding degrees/diplomas.
• Empowerment: Reduces economic vulnerability, allowing focused job searching and skill-building.

Eligibility Criteria:

To qualify for the Karnataka Berojgari Bhatta, applicants must satisfy these conditions:

1. Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Karnataka.
2. Age: Between 21 and 35 years (age relaxation may apply for specific reserved categories).
3. Educational Qualification: Minimum graduate degree (BA, BCom, BSc, etc.) or Diploma from a recognized institution.
4. Employment Status: Unemployed and actively seeking work. Must be registered with a Karnataka Employment Exchange for at least 1-2 years (duration may vary).
5. Family Income: Total annual family income should be below ₹2 Lakh (₹200,000). Priority is often given to lower-income families.
6. No Government Employment: Applicant or their family members should not hold regular government jobs.

Required Documents:

• Domicile Certificate (Proof of Karnataka Residence)
• Age Proof (Birth Certificate, Aadhaar Card)
• Educational Certificates (Degree/Diploma Marksheets & Certificates)
• Unemployment Registration Card/Certificate from Employment Exchange
• Income Certificate (Family)
• Aadhaar Card
• Bank Account Details (Passbook/Cancelled Cheque)
• Passport-sized Photographs

How to Apply for Karnataka Berojgari Bhatta:

1. Register with Employment Exchange: Mandatory first step. Register online via the Karnataka Employment Exchange Portal or offline at your district office.
2. Wait for Registration Validity: Ensure you meet the minimum registration period requirement (typically 1-2 years).
3. Check Official Notification: The scheme often opens for applications via specific government notifications. Monitor the Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood (SDEL) website or Employment Exchange notices.
4. Submit Application: When notified, apply online through the Seva Sindhu Portal (https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/) or offline at designated offices (Taluk, District Employment Exchange, or SDEL offices). Fill the form accurately and attach all documents.
5. Verification: Authorities will verify your details, eligibility, and employment status.
6. Approval & Disbursement: Successful applicants receive the allowance directly into their registered bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).