pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Vidyajyothi Scheme- Financial Aid For Uniforms And Study Materials To PH Students
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Kerala

Details:
The scheme “Vidyajyothi Scheme- Financial Aid for Uniforms and Study Materials to PH Students” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Social Justice Department with the help of Kerala Social Security Mission conducted a State-wide disability survey and it has been identified that there are 7,79,793 differently-abled persons out of which 1,30,799 persons are below the age of 18 years. For the educational upliftment of such PH students, Social Justice Department has initiated this scheme which provides financial assistance for the purchase of uniforms and study materials.

Benefits:
Financial assistance is being provided to students whose disability percentage is 40% or above for the purchase of study materials and uniforms on the following basis:
Sl. No.
Course/Class
Assistance for Study materials
Assistance for Uniform
1
9th to 10th Standard
@ ₹1000/- each (50 children from each district)
@ ₹1500/- (30 children from each district)
2
+1, +2, ITI, Polytechnic, VHSC
@ ₹2000/- each (50 children from each district)
@ ₹1500/- each (30 children from each district)
3
Degree, Diploma, Professional Courses
@ ₹3000/- each (25 children from each district)
Nil
4
Post Graduation
@ ₹3000/- each (20 children from each district)
Nil

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Kerala.
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The applicant should be studying in Government / Aided Institution in Kerala.
1. The financial assistance will be given to the students who are studying in Class 9th to Post-Graduation.
1. The applicant who has 40% or more disability is eligible to apply under the scheme.
1. The applicant’s annual family income is not applicable under this scheme.

**Note:** The preference will be given to the students of Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
State Talent Search Examination in Mathematics and Science for Tribal Students of Meghalaya at the Close of Upper Primary Stage (Class VIII)
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The scheme “State Talent Search Examination in Mathematics and Science for Tribal Students of Meghalaya at the Close of Upper Primary Stage (Class VIII)” was launched by the Education Department, Government of Meghalaya. The Directorate of Educational Research &amp; Training Meghalaya, Shillong is implementing this scheme for tribal students of Meghalaya studying in class VIII every year in all the Sub Divisional School Education Office (SDSEO) of the State.
      The scheme is meant only for tribal students of Meghalaya who belong to Khasi, Jaintia, Garo, Koch and  Hajong. Those who satisfy the criteria and are eligible to appear in the said Exam Selection of students for the scholarship will be given SDSEO-wise as per their merit in the said Examination. The number of awardees is 40 (forty) from SDSEO Shillong, East Khasi Hills, and 20 (twenty) awardees from the remaining 14 (fourteen) SDSEOs.
> **Objectives:**

The main objectives of the scheme are to identify bright and talented students from amongst the tribal students of Meghalaya who are studying in class VIII through a competitive examination and to give them financial assistance in the form of a talent incentive award for developing and nurturing their talent.

Benefits:
The incentives award in the form of financial assistance of ₹600/- per month per awardee for twelve months for two years from Class IX-X will be provided.
Note:
 The amount of the scholarship will be directly transferred to the awardee’s bank account through NEFT/RTGS.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a tribal student of Meghalaya and belong to the Khasi, Jaintia, Garo, Koch and Hajong Communities.
   1. The student should be studying in Class VIII in any type of school in Meghalaya.
   1. The student should secure at least 50 marks in the aggregate in Mathematics and Science in Class VII.
   1. The student should be continuing their studies in any recognized secondary school in Meghalaya.
Pratibha Kiran Scholarship
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
The scheme" Pratibha Kiran Scholarship", under the Higher Education Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, provides financial assistance to girls from urban areas to pursue higher education. The scholarship is awarded for a duration of 10 months. This scheme aims to encourage and promote education among girl students. Girls who have secured 60% or more marks in Class 12 are eligible to avail the benefits of this scheme.

Benefits:
Assistance up to ₹5000/- is provided annually to the girl student.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant of the scheme should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant can be a resident of the urban area of MP state.
1. The candidate of the scheme should have passed class 12th with 60% or more then. 
1. The candidate who wants to apply for the scheme should belong below the poverty line. Financial assistance under the scheme will only be provided to BPL girl students.
Financial Assistance to Sportspersons to Pursue Sports Coaching Courses Conducted by SAI, NSNIS, Patiala as a Part of Skill Development Programme to Improve their Employability
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Odisha

Details:
The Scheme “Financial Assistance to Sportspersons to Pursue Sports Coaching Courses Conducted by SAI, NSNIS, Patiala as a Part of Skill Development Programme to Improve their Employability” was launched by the Department of Sports &amp; Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha to provide financial assistance to sportspersons of Odisha to help them become qualified coaches, by undertaking SAI, NSNIS coaching courses, so as to improve their employability.

Benefits:
Sportspersons who apply and get selected to undergo SAl, NSNIS conducted coaching courses will be provided financial assistance as follows:-
Sportspersons under the BPL category:
 100% Course Fee plus an amount of ₹10,000/- for Diploma and long-term courses and ₹5,000/- for Six Weeks Certificate Courses to meet traveling and other miscellaneous expenses.
Sportspersons of Non-BPL category:
 75% of the Course Fee plus an amount ₹5,000/- for Diploma and long-term courses and ₹2,500/- for Six Weeks Certificate Courses to meet traveling and other miscellaneous expenses.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant belonging to the BPL or Non-BPL category both are eligible.
   1. Sportspersons who have represented the Districts of Odisha, Odisha State, and its Universities in Sports &amp; Games and who are found eligible to undergo the academic courses as laid down by SAI, NSNIS under its eligibility criteria only will be eligible under the scheme.
The Meghalaya Tribal Students’ Book Grant (Post-Matric Education)
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
"The Meghalaya Tribal Students’ Book Grant (Post-Matric Education)" scheme was launched by the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Meghalaya. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to the meritorious tribal students for the purchase of books for their studies. The student should be enrolled in a recognized institution in India.

Benefits:
The amount of grant per student per academic course will be as follows:
Class 11th - 12th (Arts & Commerce): ₹500/- 
Class 11th - 12th (Science): ₹700/- 
Degree Arts (Pass): ₹600/- 
Degree Arts (Honours): ₹750/- 
Degree Science (Pass): ₹900/- 
Degree Science (Honours): ₹1000/- 
Post-Graduate Course (Arts & Commerce): ₹900/- 
Post Graduate Course (Science): ₹1200/- 
Research studies for (Ph.D. M.Phil, or M.Lit.): ₹1500/- 
NOTE: 
A student receiving a book grant from the Government for a particular course of study, if changes the course of study will not be granted further grants. 
Disbursement
The grant to the selected candidates shall be paid through their parents/guardians or through the Instructions in which the candidates pursue their studies.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The applicant should belong to the Khasi-Jaintia or Garo Community or as decided by the state government from time to time.
1. The applicant should have secured at least 60% marks in aggregate in the preceding examination conducted by the Board/University.
1. The courses of study should be a regular course other than technical or vocational course.
1. The course should be pursued by a recognized institution in India.
1. The applicant should not be employed in any capacity under the Government.
Financial Assistance To Disabled Students Pursuing (10th, 11th, 12th Equivalent Exams)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Kerala

Details:
The scheme “Financial Assistance to Disabled Students Pursuing (10th, 11th, 12th Equivalent Exams)” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Under the scheme, financial assistance will be provided to such school dropouts to pursue SSLC, +1, +2 equivalent courses implemented by State Literacy Mission.
        A person becomes disabled by birth or because of an accident or disease. The differently-abled persons face many hurdles in their day-to-day life. About 90% of disabled persons may not have received even primary education. They are forced to give up studies due to various factors, such as difficulty in going to educational institutions and inadequate road facilities.

Benefits:

Sl. No.
Class/Course
Course Fee Assistance
Exam Fee Assistance
Registration Fee Assistance
Admission Fee Assistance
1
SSLC/10th Class
₹1750/-
₹500/-
₹100/-
--
2
11th Class
₹1950/-
₹700/-
₹100/-
₹200/- 
3
12th Class
₹1950/-
--
--
--

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State.
   1. The differently abled students with 40% or more disability are eligible to apply under the scheme.
   1. Financial assistance will be provided to students falling in Above Poverty Line (APL) as well as Below Poverty Line (BPL) categories.
CM's Jibon Anuprerana Scheme
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
The scheme "CM's Jibon Anuprerana Scheme" by the Skill, Employment & Entrepreneurship Department, Government of Assam aims to provide one-time financial assistance to eligible full-time research scholars and full-time Divyang (differently-abled) research scholars from public institutions in Assam, thereby promoting academic excellence and innovation in Assam. The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹25,000/- for research scholars and ₹40,000/- for Divyang research scholars as a one-time benefit during their scholastic journey. To be eligible, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam and must be admitted to PhD program in 2025 at Central or State Universities in Assam. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training through the Directorate of Investment and Development of Skill Portal. The applications for this scheme are accepted online.

Benefits:
For Research Scholars:
 One-time Financial Assistance of ₹25,000/-.
For Divyang Research Scholars:
 One-time Financial Assistance of ₹40,000/-.
Mode of Disbursement:
 Direct Benefit Transfer to eligible scholars.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a Full-time Research Scholar or Full-time Divyang Research Scholar from Government or Public institutions of the state or central, situated in Assam.
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The applicant must be admitted to a PhD program in 2025 at Central or State Universities in Assam.
Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University students
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
&quot;Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students&quot; is a Scholarship Scheme by the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. The primary objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from poor families to meet a part of their day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies. The scholarships are awarded based on the results of the Higher Secondary/ Class 12th Board Examination. A maximum of 82,000 fresh scholarships per annum are provided for pursuing Graduate/ Postgraduate degrees in colleges and universities and for professional courses, such as Medical, Engineering etc.
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&quot;Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Protsahan (PM-USP) Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students&quot; is a Scholarship Scheme by the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education. The primary objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to meritorious students from poor families to meet a part of their day-to-day expenses while pursuing higher studies. The scholarships are awarded based on the results of the Higher Secondary/ Class 12th Board Examination. A maximum of 82,000 fresh scholarships per annum are provided for pursuing Graduate/ Postgraduate degrees in colleges and universities and for professional courses, such as Medical, Engineering etc.

Benefits:
Rate of Scholarship
₹12,000/-per annum at the Graduation level for the first three years of College and University courses.
₹20,000 per annum at the Post-graduation level.
₹20,000/-per annum in the 4th and 5th year to the Students pursuing professional courses, in case, where the duration of the course is five (5) years/Integrated course.
Students pursuing technical courses such as B.Tech, B.Engg. will get scholarship up to graduation level only i.e. ₹12,000 p.a. for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year and ₹20,000 in the 4th year.
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Mode of Disbursal
The scholarship will be disbursed directly into the Aadhar seeded bank accounts of the beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be above the 80th percentile of successful candidates in the relevant stream from the respective Board of Examination in Class 12th of 10+2 pattern or equivalent.
  - The applicant must be pursuing regular degree courses.
  - The applicant must be pursuing courses at colleges/ institutions recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education and the respective Regulatory Bodies concerned.
  - The gross parental/ family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹4,50,000/- per annum.
  - For renewal of scholarship in each year of study, besides getting at least 50% marks in the Annual Examination, maintenance of adequate attendance should be at least 75%.
  - The students are required to have Aadhaar seeded bank accounts opened in their name.
Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa - Unorganized Workers
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Tripura

Details:
The scheme “Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa- Unorganized Workers" is a Pension Scheme launched by the Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education, Government of Tripura. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to the Unorganized Workers (home-based workers, self-employed workers or a wage workers) in the unorganized sector.

Benefits:
A pension amount of ₹2,000/- per month.
Mode of Disbursal:
The sanctioned grant will be transferred directly to the individual bank account of the applicant.
Beneficiary List:
The list of beneficiaries will be made available on the 
official website
 of the Social Welfare & Social Education Department, Govt. of Tripura.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Tripura.
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
1. The age of the applicant should be 55 years and above (except for ‘Greha Sahayika’).
1. In the case of ‘Greha Shahayika’ (Female Domestic Worker), the age of the applicant should be between 23 to 59 years.
1. If the family has children in the age group of 6 to 14 years, those children must be enrolled in a school recognized by the Government of Tripura. **NOTE:** The assistance under this scheme will be stopped immediately in the following cases:
1.   Death of Beneficiary.
2.   Fulfillment of any exclusion criteria during the lifetime of a beneficiary:

- Remarriage of a widow.
- A member of the family of the beneficiary getting a Government Job.
- The annual family income of the beneficiary exceeding ₹1,00,000/-, etc.
Madhya Pradesh Kalakar Evam Sahityakar Kalyan Kosh Niyam- Death Assistance
Category: Sports & Culture, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
The “Madhya Pradesh Kalakar Evam Sahityakar Kalyan Kosh Niyam- Death Assistance” scheme has been launched by the Department of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the legal dependents of deceased artists and litterateurs. Under this scheme, one-time ex-gratia financial support is provided to the lawful heir to help the family cope with financial hardship after the death of the artist or litterateur.

Benefits:
One-time ex-gratia financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000 paid to the legal heir of the deceased artist or litterateur.
NOTE:
Preference is given to the spouse of the deceased.
Assistance may continue to other dependents until marriage, employment, or attainment of 21 years of age, whichever is earlier.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be the legal heir or dependent of the deceased artist or litterateur.
1. The deceased should have been an artist or litterateur of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant’s (husband/wife) monthly income should not exceed ₹10,000/-.
1. The family’s monthly income should not exceed ₹20,000/-.
1. Families of government employees are not eligible.
Scheduled Tribe Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11) - Uttarakhand
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;Scheduled Tribe Dashamottar Scholarship (Starting from Class 11)&quot; has been implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to support Scheduled Tribe students of Uttarakhand from Class 11th onwards by providing financial assistance for their education, including tuition fees and other academic expenses.

Benefits:
The total scholarship amount determined by the districts = Educational Allowance + Tuition Fee.
Group 1:
Bachelors, Master’s Degree, M.Phil/Ph.D. Degree, PG Diploma, Professional Courses in various streams-
Hostellers:
 ₹1,200/- per month; (₹12,000/- per annum)
Day Scholars:
 ₹550/- monthly; (₹5,500/- per annum)
Group 2:
For all non-professional recognized courses that lead to Graduate, M.Phil/Ph.D. degrees, and which do not fall under Arts, Science and Commerce group, such as: BA/BSc/B.Com or MA/MSc/M.Com:
Hostellers:
 ₹820/- monthly; (₹8,200/- per annum)
Day Scholar:
 ₹530/- monthly; (₹5,300/- per annum)
Group 3:
For professional streams, ITI courses, 3-year diploma courses in polytechnic, etc.:
Hostellers:
 ₹570/- monthly; (₹5,700/- per annum)
Day Scholars:
 ₹300/- monthly; (₹3,000/- per annum)
Group 4:
All post-matric level non-degree courses for which the entry qualification is high school (10th), for example, Senior Secondary Certificate (Class 11 and 12)
Hostellers:
 ₹380/- monthly; (₹3,800/- per annum)
Day Scholars:
 ₹230/- monthly; (₹2,300/- per annum)


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
   1. The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized school/educational institution in Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must be studying in Class 11 or higher level course.
   1. The applicant must possess valid documents, such as Caste Certificate, Residence Certificate, Bank Passbook, Aadhaar, Photograph, Educational Qualification Certificates, and Income Certificate.
   1. The total annual income of the parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh.
   1. The scholarship will be available for one year only for studying in any class.
Scheduled Tribe Purvadasham Scholarship Scheme (Class 1 to 8) - Uttarakhand
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Scheduled Tribe Purvadasham Scholarship Scheme (Class 1 to 8)” has been implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Tribe students to support their education from Class 1st to Class 8th.

Benefits:
Rate of Scholarship:
Class 1 to 5: ₹600/-
Class 6 to 8: ₹960/-


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
1. The applicant must possess a valid caste certificate.
1. The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized school in Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be studying in a Class 1 to 8.
1. The scholarship will be available for one year only for studying in any class.
1. The applicant should not be receiving benefits under any other government scholarship scheme.
1. There is no income limit for this scholarship.
Sukhatme National Award in Statistics
Category: Science, IT & Communications
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Statistics and Programme Implementation

Details:
The scheme “Sukhatme National Award in Statistics” has been implemented by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, Government of India. It aims to recognise outstanding contributions made by individuals in terms of high-quality research work, to improve the system of official statistics in general, and to develop innovative methods for addressing challenges encountered in sample surveys, data management systems, and data integration, in particular. Through this scheme, national-level recognition in the form of a citation, shawl, and memento is provided to eligible Indian statisticians for lifetime contribution or young achiever excellence.
> **Ceremony Details**:


- The award will be presented on Statistics Day, i.e. on 29th June every year, with an award in each of the two categories being given in alternate years.
- At this ceremony, citations highlighting the work of the awardee would be read out.
- Awardee may also be requested to take a session highlighting the significance of their work.

Benefits:
Citation signed by Hon’ble Minister of Statistics & Programme Implementation.
Besides the above, a Shawl and a Memento shall be given to the awardee.
No. of Awardees:
One for the Sukhatme National Award in Statistics for Lifetime Contribution in the Field of Statistics.
One for the C.R. Rao National Award in Statistics for Young Statisticians.
(Note: Among the two categories of the National Award in Statistics, only one award shall be conferred each year on an alternate basis.)


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be an Indian National without distinction of race, occupation, position and gender.
1. The applicant should be at least 45 years of age as on 31st December of the financial year in which the award is announced, and is eligible to apply for the said award.
1. The applicant should not be an official involved in the selection process of the awardees.
1. The applicant’s family members should also not be part of the selection process of the awardees.
Study in India Programme
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
The scheme “Study in India Programme” has been launched by the Ministry of Education under the Department of Higher Education, Government of India. The scheme aims to position India as a global education destination by providing international students with a single centralized digital platform, access to quality institutions, and end-to-end admission and visa support for pursuing higher education in India.
> **Scheme Implementation**

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Education in coordination with the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of External Affairs through the Study in India portal.

Benefits:
Single Centralized Admission Platform:
 
One portal for registration, course search, application submission, visa and FRRO processes.
Access to Quality Institutions:
 
Admission to NAAC-accredited, NIRF-ranked, autonomous, and globally ranked institutions.
Unique Study in India Student ID
Mandatory unique ID generated at registration.
Required for admission and visa issuance.
Wide Range of Courses
Access to 8,000+ courses including Engineering, Management, Science, Humanities, Artificial Intelligence, Medicine, Yoga, Buddhist Studies, and Vocational Courses.
Ability to apply to multiple institutions simultaneously and receive multiple offer letters.
Financial Assistance through Institutes
Tuition fee waivers ranging from 10% to 100%, subject to institute discretion.
No direct scholarship is provided by the Study in India Programme.
Visa and Immigration Support
Assistance through coordination with Indian Embassies and High Commissions.
24×7 Student Support
Continuous support through toll-free contact center, email, and social media.




Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a foreign national seeking admission in India.
1. The applicant should have completed the required qualifying education as per course norms.
1. The applicant should apply through the Study in India portal.
1. The applicant should possess a valid passport.
1. The applicant should meet academic and language requirements of the chosen institution.
1. Indian nationals are not eligible under the Study in India Programme.
1. Admissions outside the Study in India portal are not covered.
Fisheries Training and Extension Programme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Details:
The “Fisheries Training and Extension Programme” scheme has been implemented by the Department of Fisheries, UT Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. The scheme aims to provide financial support to fishermen attending fisheries training programmes. Through this scheme, stipend and travelling allowance or daily allowance are provided to fishermen during training programmes conducted within the district or at outstation locations.

Benefits:
Stipend for Training:
₹250/- per day per fisherman for attending training at the outstation.
₹75/- per day per fisherman for attending training within the district.
Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance:
Travelling Allowance and Daily Allowance are provided as per entitlement.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of the Union Territory of Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu.
   1. The applicant must be a fisherman.
   1. The applicant must be attending a fisheries training programme.
   1. The applicant must attend training either within the district or at an outstation.
Dr Ambedkar Central Sector Scheme of Interest Subsidy on Educational Loans for Overseas Studies for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Economically Backward Classes (EBCs)
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
"Dr Ambedkar Central Sector Scheme of Interest Subsidy on Educational Loans for Overseas Studies for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Economically Backward Classes (EBCs)" is an Education Loan Scheme by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Implementing Agency
The Scheme will be implemented by the Nodal Bank as per the MoU between the Banks and the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Scope
The scheme provides interest subsidy to the students belonging to the OBCs and EBCs on the interest payable for the period of the moratorium for the Education Loans for overseas studies to pursue approved courses of studies abroad at Masters, M.Phil. and PhD level. Objective
To award interest subsidies to meritorious students belonging to the Other Backward Classes and Economically Backward Classes to provide them with better opportunities for higher education abroad and enhance their employability.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, interest payable by the students availing the education loans of the IBA for the period of moratorium (i.e. course period, plus one year or six months after getting a job, whichever is earlier) as prescribed under the Education Loan Scheme of the IBA, shall be borne by the Government of India.
For a student, the eligible loan component shall be the actual loan taken subject to a maximum of ₹ 20,00,000 for the purpose of an Interest subsidy claim.
NOTE 1: 
After the period of moratorium is over, the interest on the outstanding loan amount shall be paid by the student, in accordance with the existing Educational Loan Scheme as may be amended from time to time.
NOTE 2: 
The candidate will bear the Principal instalments and interest beyond the moratorium period.

Release of Funds
The funds will be released to the applicants on a first-come-first-served basis, subject to a maximum amount to be worked out every year based on the total budget made available that year, under the scheme.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a Student.
1. The student should have secured admission in the approved course at Masters, M.Phil or PhD levels abroad for the [listed courses](https://socialjustice.gov.in/writereaddata/UploadFile/Guidelines%20ISEL%20Scheme%20(wef%2001%20Oct%202017).pdf).1. The applicant should have availed loan from a scheduled bank under the Education Loan Scheme of the Indian Banks Association (IBA) for the purpose.
1. The total income of the applicant (from all sources) shall not exceed ₹ 8,00,000 per annum. > **Reservation/ Relaxation/ Preference/ Priority**

Out of the total outlay in a year, a minimum of 50% amount will be earmarked for Interest Subsidy to the girl candidates.
Special Incentive to OBC Meritorious Students (Boys & Girls)
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
The 'Special Incentive to OBC Meritorious Students (Boys & Girls)' scheme, administered by the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Government of Assam, provides financial assistance to deserving Other Backward Classes (OBC) students. Eligibility is extended to those who have achieved 80% or higher marks in the HSSLC examination. The scheme's objective is to motivate and encourage OBC students to pursue higher education, thereby fostering their academic parity with the broader population through a substantial incentive. Assistance is contingent upon the applicant satisfying the stipulated eligibility criteria and the successful submission of required documentation. An incentive of up to ₹10,000/- will be disbursed to students as approved by the Selection Committee. ***The applications will be accepted through the myScheme platform from 04/07/2025 to 31/10/2025.***
***A DigiLocker account is required for application. Please refer to the Application Process section for details.***

Benefits:
A financial incentive of upto ₹ 10,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be currently enrolled as a student.
- The applicant must belong to the Other Backward Class (OBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the HSSLC examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.


_*In instances where multiple applicants achieve an identical percentage in the HSSLC examination, preference will be given to those with a higher percentage in the HSLC examination._
Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana: Khadi Vikas Yojana
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

Details:
The scheme &quot;Khadi Vikas Yojana&quot; is an umbrella scheme under &quot;Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana&quot; and has been implemented by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Governemnt of India. It aims to support Khadi institutions and artisans by providing financial assistance, infrastructure development, interest subsidy, and marketing support. The scheme offers subsidies on Khadi production, reduces the interest burden on bank loans, facilitates the construction of worksheds for artisans, strengthens existing weak Khadi institutions, and enhances marketing infrastructure, including the renovation and modernization of sales outlets. Additionally, the scheme supports quality assurance initiatives, exhibitions, science and technology interventions, and the establishment of Centres of Excellence for Khadi

Benefits:
Assistance provided under different components of Scheme:
Modified Market Development Assistance (MMDA):
Subsidy @ 35% on Prime Cost for Cotton/Muslin, Wool and Polyvastra and @ 20% on Prime Cost for Silk Khadi
Interest Subsidy Eligibility Certificate Scheme (ISEC):
Khadi Institution is required to pay only 4% interest rate. The difference between the actual Interest charged by the Bank and 4% is borne by the KVIC as “Interest Subsidy”.
Work-shed Scheme for Khadi Artisans:
Individual workshed (20 Sq. mtrs): ₹1,20,000/- or 75% of the cost of workshed including toilet (90% for NER), whichever is less. 
Group workshed (10 Sq. mtrs per artisans): ₹80,000 or 75% of the cost of the workshed including toilet (90% for NER), whichever is less.
Strengthening Infrastructure of Existing Weak Khadi Institutions and Assistance for Marketing Infrastructure:
Financial assistance for revival of khadi institution with ceiling limit of ₹15.00 lakh(Capital Expenditure +working fund).
Financial assistance under Marketing Infrastructure for renovation of departmental sales outlets of KVIC /KVIB and institutional sales with the ceiling limit of ₹25.00 lakh.
Other Components:
Centre of Excellence for Khadi
Khadi Quality Assurance
Marketing(Exhibition)
Science & Technology (S&T)


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a Khadi artisan or Khadi Institution registered with KVIC or KVIB.
1. The applicant must be between 18 to 55 years of age.
1. The applicant must have a valid Aadhaar card or government-issued ID.
1. One person per family is eligible under the scheme.
1. The applicant should not have availed benefits from any other government scheme for the same purpose.
1. Preference is given to SC/ST, women, unemployed youth, and BPL category applicants.
1. The beneficiaries may be identified by KVIC, KVIBs, NGOs, DICs, FPOs, or Khadi Institutions.
Banglar Yuba Sathi
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: West Bengal

Details:
The scheme “Banglar Yuba Sathi” by the Department of Youth Services &amp; Sports, Government of West Bengal aims to support educated unemployed youth by providing ₹1,500/- per month through direct bank transfer for up to 5 year or till they get employment or enroll in any other scheme, whichever is earlier.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
₹1,500/- per month.
Mode of Disbursement:
 Financial Assistance under the scheme will be credited by Direct Bank Transfer (DBT) to an AADHAR Linked Bank Account held solely by the eligible unemployed youth.
Frequency of Disbursement:
 The benefit is disbursed monthly or at regular intervals.
Validity of Benefit:
 The benefit is valid for a maximum period of 5 years, subject to continued eligibility or till employment or enrollment in any other scheme, whichever is earlier.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
  - The applicant must be aged between 21 and 40 years as on 01.04.2026.
  - The applicant must be unemployed.
  - The applicant must have passed the Madhyamik or equivalent examination.

> **Notes:**


- **Yearly verification of live status of the beneficiary of the scheme:** Once a year, the status of the beneficiary, whether alive or not will be verified.

- **Stopping or withholding of financial assistance:** The Government may, after giving the beneficiary of the scheme an opportunity of being heard, stop or withhold financial assistance if:

1. The Financial Assistance has been found to be sanctioned on mistaken grounds.
1. The eligibility condition for the granting of financial assistance no longer exists.
A Program to Provide 90 Percent Assistance in Planting Material of Horticultural Fruit Crops
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
&quot;A Program to Provide 90 Percent Assistance in Planting Material of Horticultural Fruit Crops&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to support farmers by providing 90% subsidy on the cost of planting materials like grafted/tissue culture saplings and seedlings for various fruit crops.

Benefits:
Farmers receive up to 90% financial assistance on the cost of planting materials.
Pre-fixed assistance rates per hectare for different crops:

Fruit 
Assistance 
Mango
₹32,000/ha
Sapota (Chiku)
₹22,000/ha
Pomegranate
₹20,000/ha
Guava
₹16,650/ha
Aonla (Indian Gooseberry)
₹5,560/ha
Mandarin / Orange
₹5,560/ha
Ber
₹2,780/ha
Coconut
₹13,000/ha

Note:
Only saplings costing up to ₹250/- per unit are eligible for subsidy.
For fruit crops and cuttings: 
Planting material will have to be purchased from nurseries accredited by NHB/Agricultural University/Horticulture Department.
For coconut crops:
 seedlings prepared from seeds will have to be purchased from nurseries accredited by NHB/Agricultural University/Horticulture Department.
 
For tissue culture:
 Planting material (planting) will have to be purchased from tissue labs approved/accredited by DBT, GNFC, GSFC, Tissue Labs of Agricultural University, Government Public Institutions like

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
   1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must purchase planting materials from approved/accredited sources.
Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS)
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The **Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS Meghalaya)** scheme, under the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, provides financial assistance to registered youth organisations and eligible individual youth to carry out activities that promote youth development. The scheme is designed to strengthen networking, collaboration, and meaningful community-level engagement.
**Targeted Stakeholders**
**Financial assistance is extended to the following entities and individuals:**

1. Societies and Cooperatives
1. Voluntary and Not-for-Profit Organisations
1. Youth Clubs and Associations
1. Socio-Cultural Clubs
1. Alumni Associations
1. Community-level Youth Institutions or Groups
1. Individuals selected for competitions or events with valid proof of participation

Benefits:
Financial assistance of up to INR 1.00 lakh per financial year may be sanctioned to eligible youth organisations or individuals.
Up to 10% of the total applications may receive a higher amount of financial support.


Eligibility Criteria:
**For Youth Organisations**

1. The organisation should be a registered society, trust, charitable organisation, Section 8 company, or not-for-profit entity under the Societies Registration Act of 1860 for at least 3 months.
1. The organisation should maintain financial accounts with a clear framework for effective and transparent management.
1. The organisation should have primary beneficiaries under the age of 35 and be open to all citizens of the state without distinction of religion, race, caste, or language.
1. The organisation should have at least 50% of registered members under the age of 35 as of the application date.
1. The organisation should not be blacklisted or barred by any government or private entity and should have no pending or ongoing litigation related to misconduct, misappropriation of funds, or sexual harassment.

**For Individuals**

1. The applicant should be a citizen of Meghalaya and under the age of 35 as of the application date.
1. The applicant should have a bank account in their name (single or joint account).
1. The applicant should be able to provide proof of selection for the competition or event for which the grant is being requested.
Awarding Laptops To Meritorious Students Of Meghalaya
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The scheme "Awarding of Laptops to Meritorious Students of Meghalaya " has been implemented by the Directorate of Information Technology & Communications, Government of Meghalaya aims to award laptops to meritorious students who passed the Board Examination of MBOSE SSLC, MBOSE HSSLC, ICSE, ISC and CBSE X & XII. Through this scheme, laptops are provided to eligible meritorious students who have secured marks equal to or more than the last student in the published list.

Benefits:
The eligible student will be awarded a laptop.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must have studied in the State of Meghalaya; or the applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya who studied outside the State.
1. The applicant must have topped in the respective Annual School Board Examinations in a particular year.
1. The applicant must have passed the examinations conducted only by:

  - Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE);
  - Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE);
  - Central Board for School Education (CBSE).

1. The applicant must have appeared in Class X or Class XII Annual Board Examinations of the above-mentioned Boards/Council.
1. The applicant of Class X of CBSE Board shall be selected as per [Section 3 II (a)](https://ditmeghalaya.gov.in/pdf/9.Policy%20for%20awarding%20Laptops%20to%20meritorious%20students%20of%20the%20State%20of%20Meghalaya.pdf).1. For Class XII, the applicant should have topped in any stream, namely Arts, Commerce or Science.

> **Subject-Specific Eligibility (MBOSE Only):**


1. For Class X (MBOSE), the applicant who is a subject topper in Mathematics, Science or Computer Application shall also be eligible for the award.
1. For Class XII (MBOSE), the applicant who is a subject topper in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Application or Biology shall also be eligible for the award.
1. The applicant whose name appears as an MBOSE top ranker as well as a subject topper (in one or more subjects) shall be eligible for only one award in a particular year.
1. However, in recognition of such achievement, the applicant shall be awarded a Laptop of configuration higher than those of other awardees.
Mahila Adhikarita Yojana under NSKFDC- Haryana
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme &quot;Mahila Adhikarita Yojana under NSKFDC&quot; is implemented by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) in collaboration with the National Safai Karamcharis Finance &amp; Development Corporation (NSKFDC). The HSFDC is a Company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 on 02.01.1971. It is a wholly Government-owned Corporation with a 51% share of the State Government and a 49% share of the Government of India.
       Under this scheme, the loan is provided to woman Safai Karamchari and their dependent daughters for projects with a maximum project cost of up to ₹2,00,000/- for small and petty trade/businesses, and various other income-generating activities such as beauty parlors, boutiques, cosmetic shops, bangle shop, etc.

Benefits:
Project Cost Ceiling:
The Corporation (HSFDC), in collaboration with NSKFDC, provides loans of up to ₹2,00,000/- per beneficiary/unit for small and petty trade/business and various income-generating activities.
Margin Money:
The Corporation provides margin money @ 10% of the project cost.        
Subsidy:
The corporation provides a subsidy @ 50% of the total project cost (Maximum subsidy amount is ₹10,000/-).
Note:
 The subsidy is only provided to the beneficiary below the poverty line.
Interest criteria for the loan amount recoverable by HSFDC:
Upto Amount (₹)
Interest % P.A.
Penal Interest % P.A
.
2,00,000/-
5
4

Interest Starts on
Penalty Start After
Principal Recovery Starts After
Installment Starts After	
Installment Period
Same day
30 days
120 days
120 days
30 days

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Haryana.
   1. The applicant should be a female.
   1. The applicant&#39;s age should be between 18 and 55 years.
   1. There is no income limit.
   1. The applicant should be either a woman Safai Karamchari or a dependent daughter of Safai Karamchari.

**Note 1:** Permanent Safai Karamchari means a person engaged in, or employed for any sanitation work and includes his/her dependents.
**Note 2:** The applicant shall have to produce a Certificate of Safai Karamchari or dependent of Safai Karamchari from the Head of the Government Departments (i.e. School, Colleges, Forest, Health, Education, Animal Husbandry having rank not less than Gazetted Officer), elected members of Municipal Body/ Corporation and Pradhan of Gram Panchayats, Local Revenue Officer or an Officer of Local Municipal Office, or Cantonment Executive Officer of the Cantonment or an officer of the Railways not below the rank of gazette officer.