kõlbluse

Kõlblus is an Estonian noun meaning the state of being eligible, suitable, or qualified to do something or to receive a benefit. It describes whether a person, organization, or object fulfils the criteria defined by law, regulation, or administrative rule. The adjective form is kõlbulik, used to describe something or someone that meets such criteria. In Estonian grammar, kõlbluse is the genitive singular of kõlblus and is commonly used in compounds such as kõlbluse kontroll (eligibility check) and kõlbluse määramine (determination of eligibility).

The term is common in public administration, education, employment, licensing, social security, and other sectors where participation or entitlement depends on meeting defined requirements. Examples include eligibility for a license, for social benefits, or for admission to a program. Eligibility is usually verified by authorities through documentation, verification checks, tests, or other forms of assessment. Decisions about kõlblus are typically made by competent bodies and can be appealed or reviewed if the criteria were applied incorrectly or if new information becomes available.

Kõlblus is a prerequisite for exercising rights or receiving benefits, or for taking part in processes such as hiring, enrollment, or procurement. It is distinct from the actual possession of a right or the ongoing maintenance of eligibility, which may require periodic renewal, compliance, or monitoring.

See also: kõlbulik, eligibility criteria, administrative decisions.