The Scheme was launched in the financial year 2000-2001. No, currently this scheme is not operational. As per this office, the CLCS Scheme was operational only till 31.03.2017; no application will be accepted through the online application process and the web tracking system beyond 31st March 2017. Whenever the decision is taken to continue the CLCSS scheme which extends beyond 31st March 2017, the same will be communicated to the concerned nodal banks and centres only after the Competent Authority approves of the same that is to extend the working of the CLCSS Scheme.