Sruthitharangam ( Cochlear Implantation Scheme )

Under the scheme, children who are hearing impaired will be provided free cochlear implantation surgery.

Note: The children will be selected by Regional and State level technical committees for cochlear implantation.

1. The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State.
2. The child who is hearing impaired is eligible under the scheme.
3. The child should be in the age group of 0-3 years.
4. The annual family income of the applicant should be below ₹2 Lakhs.

Note: The Screening Committee would be empowered to make exceptions beyond 3 years and up to 5 years of age on a case-to-case basis; where the committee feels that a high possibility of success exists or if there are other compelling technical reasons warranting or making an exception.

Offline

To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the application form is duly filled and the necessary documents are to be submitted directly to Executive Director, Kerala Social Security Mission.

Address for Communication:

Executive Director,

Kerala Social Security Mission,

Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-695012

Phone No – 0471 2341200

1. Proof of Identity
2. Proof of age of the child
3. Income certificate
4. Copy of BPL card (if applicable)
5. Copy of Ration card (if applicable)
6. Residence certificate
7. Passport-size photograph
8. Child’s medical reports