pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Quality Paddy Seed Distribution
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The scheme “Quality Paddy Seed Distribution”, introduced on 22nd August 2011 by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, offers a subsidy of ₹5/- per kg on certified paddy seeds. Farmers can avail this benefit when purchasing seeds from Agricultural Extension Centers. This initiative helps reduce the cost burden on farmers, encouraging them to use high-quality paddy seeds for improved crop yields.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 ₹5/- per kg subsidy on certified paddy seeds.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary must purchase certified paddy seeds from Agricultural Extension Centers.
PRL's Vikram Sarabhai Postdoctoral Fellowship (VISHWAS)
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
The Vikram Sarabhai Postdoctoral Fellowship (VISHWAS) launched by the Department of Space, Ministry of Science and Technology is aimed at providing financial support to highly motivated young PhD holders to conduct advanced research in fundamental sciences with societal implications. The fellowship is designed to foster innovative and cutting-edge research in areas pursued by the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), aligned with the vision of Prof. Vikram Sarabhai.

Benefits:
Number of VISHWAS Fellowships:
  3

Scholarship Amount:
  
Scholars receive ₹1,00,000/- per month with HRA and other facilities as per PRL/DOS rules.

Duration: 
Maximum of 2 years (subject to successful annual reviews). It may be extended for one additional year based on justification and approval.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be an Indian national.
1. PhD should have been awarded within the last four years (from the application deadline).
1. The applicant's age should be 35 years or below on the last date of application.
1. The applicant should have a first-class academic record throughout their academic career.
1. The applicant should submit a strong research proposal aligned with PRL’s research areas.
Summer Internship Programme (PRL)
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
The Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) Summer Internship Programme was launched by the Department of Space, Government of India. The scheme aims to provide a platform for highly motivated students and teachers to interact with PRL’s scientists, gaining exposure to the lab’s research areas and facilities. Participants will work on projects in fundamental science, technology, and their societal applications. The program offers hands-on experience in real research projects, helping young talents shape their career paths. **Duration of Internship:** 45 days. **Training Mode:** Offline/Online.

Benefits:
Certification:
 On successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate endorsed by PRL.
Accommodation:
 Limited paid accommodation is available at ₹100/- per day for participants attending offline.
Mentorship:
 Participants are mentored by PRL faculty members, offering in-depth learning experiences.
Exposure to PRL's World-Class Facilities:
 Interns will work in PRL’s advanced laboratories and facilities across four campuses.

Note:
The interns shall not be eligible for any stipend/remuneration/financial assistance.
PRL does not cover medical and transport expenses.


Eligibility Criteria:
> ***Eligibility Criteria for Student:***


1. The student should be a citizen of India.
1. The student should be pursuing undergraduate/post-graduation from a recognized University/Institution India or Abroad
1. The student should have just completed undergraduate/post-graduation from a recognized University/Institution, seeking an internship opportunity (within six months from the date of award of degree) for profile enhancement. 
1. The student should possess an aggregate of a minimum of 60% or a CGPA of 6.32 on a scale of 10 at all levels.
1. The disciplines from which the applications are encouraged are optics, Laser Physics, Space Physics, Geology, Geophysics, Atmospheric Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Meteorology, Chemistry, Ocean Sciences, and related subjects. - Preference will be given to candidates who are KVPY/DST INSPIRE fellows. - We expect prospective candidates to have reasonably good proficiency in basic physics and mathematics. > ***Eligibility Criteria for Teacher:***


1. The teacher has an academic background in Physics, Applied Physics, Astronomy, Space Physics, Geology, and related fields.
1. The teacher should have teaching experience minimum of five years at the graduate/postgraduate level.
1. The teacher should have demonstrated interest in research as evidenced by publications or ongoing projects.
1. The teacher should have held a PhD degree.
Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Incentive/Award of Prizes-For Each Subjects
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The scheme “Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Incentive/Award of Prizes-For Each Subjects” by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, provides financial incentives to promote academic achievement among students from underprivileged communities. One Student each from Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravider converted to Christianity for each subject is selected for the awards.
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Benefits:
For plus 2 Examination:
 ₹2,000/-.
For 10th Examination:
 ₹1,000/-. 

Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a Student.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar converted to Christianity community.
  - The beneficiary must have passed the 10th or Plus 2 examination.
Providing Scholarships to Children of BOC Workers
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Andhra Pradesh

Details:
The "Providing Scholarships to Children of BOC Workers" welfare scheme by the Andhra Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers LET&F (Labour) Department. The scheme provides scholarships to children of registered workers who are not enrolled under Chandranna Bima. This scheme is aimed at supporting the education of construction workers' children in addition to any other government scholarships.

Benefits:
9
th
 to 12
th
 Grade or ITI: ₹1,200/- per year
Professional Courses at the Graduation Level: ₹5,000/- per year

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The worker should be registered with the AP Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
1. The children of workers not enrolled under Chandranna Bima are eligible.
1. The student should have enrolled in 9th to 12th grade or ITI/ Professional Courses (Graduation Level).
1. Each family can receive scholarships for a maximum of two children.
Direct Loan Scheme Karnataka
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Karnataka

Details:
The "Direct Loan Scheme"  was implemented by Karnataka Leather Industries Development Corporation Ltd, Department of Social Welfare, Govt of Karnataka. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to unemployed scheduled caste individuals from the leather artisan community to start small businesses and empower artisans and improve their livelihoods by providing access to capital to start or expand small-scale enterprises.

Benefits:
Financial assistance with a 50% subsidy and 50% loan.
Total unit cost is ₹1,00,000/-.
Loan repayment in 24 equal installments with a 4% interest rate.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be leather artisans.
1. The applicant should belongs to sub-castes Arundathiyar, Chammadiya, Chamar, Chambar, Chamagar, Madar, Madig, Madiga, Mini Madig, Jambavalu, Haralayya, Machigar, Mochigar, Mochi, muchi, Telugu Mochi, kamaati mocha, Rohidas, Dhor, kakkayya, Kankayya, Samagara, Samagar, Aadhi Anddra, Aadhi Dravida, Aadhi Karnataka among scheduled castes.
1. The age of the applicant should be 18 years.
1. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹30,000/- in rural areas and ₹25,000/- in urban areas.
1. The applicant or their family members must not have received benefits from other schemes, except training programs.
1. The applicant's family members should not be employed in government or semi-government organizations.
Training to Farmers
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The “Training to Farmers” scheme by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, offers training to maize-growing farmers in 18 selected districts of the State. The program covers the costs of the training for up to two days, with financial assistance of  ₹300/- per farmer. The training helps farmers adopt better practices to improve yield and farm sustainability.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: ₹300/- for attending a two-day training session.
Training Program: Training covers modern maize cultivation techniques, improving crop yield and reducing input costs.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
- The beneficiary should be a resident of any of the following districts of Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Perambalur, Virudhunagar, Theni, Villupuram, Vellore, Salem, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Sivagangai, Trichy, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi.
- The beneficiary should grow maize.
Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The scheme “Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department-Incentive/Award of Prizes” by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, provides district-level prizes to students based on their performance in the 10th and 12th standard examinations. The incentives are given to one Boy and one Girl each from Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity who have secured the highest mark.

Benefits:
10+2 Examination:
 ₹3,000/-.
10th Std. First Prize: 
₹1,000/-.
10th Std. Second Prize:
 ₹5,00/-.
10th Std. Third Prize: 
₹3,00/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a Student.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar (converted to Christianity) community.
  - The beneficiary should have secured the highest marks in 10th or 12th standard exams within the district.
Grant for Purchase of Bicycle (BBOCWWB)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Bihar

Details:
The &quot;Grant for Purchase of Bicycle&quot; scheme is implemented by the Bihar Building &amp; Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BBOCWWB), Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar. Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹3,500/- is provided to registered construction workers who have been members of the Board for at least one year, for purchasing a bicycle. The assistance will be provided to workers upon submission of the receipt for the bicycle purchase.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹3,500/- is provided to registered construction workers for purchasing a bicycle.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The worker should be engaged in building or construction work.
   1. The worker should be registered with the Bihar Building &amp; Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
   1. The registered worker should have a minimum of one year of continuous membership.
   1. The worker&#39;s membership with the Welfare Board should be active at the time of application.

Note: Assistance will be provided to workers upon submission of the receipt for the bicycle purchase.
Production of Certified Seeds of Maize
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The scheme “Production of Certified Seeds of Maize” by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is designed to support maize farmers in specific districts of Tamil Nadu. By offering a subsidy of ₹1,000/- per quintal, the scheme encourages farmers to produce certified maize seeds, ensuring a steady supply of high-quality seeds.
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Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
₹,1000/- per quintal.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a maize-growing farmer.
  - The beneficiary should belong to any of the following district of Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Perambalur, Virudhunagar, Theni, Villupuram, Vellore, Salem, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Sivagangai, Trichy, Tirunelveli and Thoothukudi.

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Bihar Shatabdi AIDS Pirit Kalyan Yojana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Bihar

Details:
The scheme &quot;Bihar Shatabdi AIDS Pirit Kalyan Yojana&quot; was initiated by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Bihar. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹1,500/- per month is given to AIDS patients in the state. This scheme is fully funded by the Government of Bihar.
**Objective:**
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to AIDS patients in the state.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹1,500/- per month is given to AIDS patients.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
1. The applicant should be an AIDS patient.
1. The applicant should be 18 years of age or older.
Workers In Case Of Permanent Disablement-JKBOCWWB
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
The "Workers In Case of Partial Permanent Disablement" scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Jammu & Kashmir, under the MUHAFIZ Scheme (PMJJBY: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, PMSBY: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana) from 01.01.2018, provides ₹2,00,000 to registered BOC workers in the case of permanent disablement.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, ₹2,00,000 is provided to registered BOC workers in case of partial permanent disablement.

Eligibility Criteria:
> **For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:**


1. The applicant should be a resident of Jammu & Kashmir.
1. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
1. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
1. The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months.
1. The applicant should be registration is renewed annually.

> **For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:**


1. The worker must be a registered member of the Building and Other Construction Workers (BOC) Welfare Board.
1. The scheme applies to workers who suffer from permanent disablement.
Workers In Case Of His Partial Permanent Disablement-JKBOCWWB
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
The "Workers In Case of Partial Permanent Disablement" scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Jammu & Kashmir, under the MUHAFIZ Scheme (PMJJBY: Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, PMSBY: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana) from 01.01.2018, provides Rs. 1,00,000 to registered BOC workers in the case of partial permanent disablement.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, Rs. 1,00,000 is provided to registered BOC workers in case of partial permanent disablement.

Eligibility Criteria:
> **For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:**


1. The applicant should be a resident of Jammu & Kashmir.
1. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
1. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
1. The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months.
1. The applicant should be registration is renewed annually.

> **For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:**


1. The worker must be a registered member of the Building and Other Construction Workers (BOC) Welfare Board.
1. The scheme applies to workers who suffer from partial permanent disablement.
Financial Assistance to dependents in Case of Death of Registered Workers(JKBOCWWB)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
The scheme “Financial Assistance to Dependents in Case of Death of Registered Workers” is administered by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Department of Labour and Employment, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. In this scheme, a financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- is provided to the dependents in case of death of the worker registered with the Board.

Benefits:
A financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- is provided.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a dependent of the deceased worker.
   1. The deceased should have been registered with the &quot;Jammu and Kashmir Building &amp; Other Construction Workers Welfare Board&quot;.
   1. The deceased should have held an active membership with the Board.
   1. The scheme can be applied only once.
Maternity Benefit For Female Workers- JKBOCWWB
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Health & Wellness, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
The "Maternity Benefit for Female Workers" scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Jammu & Kashmir, provides financial assistance to registered female workers during maternity. Under this scheme, female beneficiaries are eligible to receive ₹5,000 (for up to two children), provided they have been engaged in building or construction work for at least 90 days in the preceding 12 months.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, maternity benefits for female workers amount to ₹5,000 for up to two children.
Note: The benefit is allowed only twice in the beneficiary's lifetime.


Eligibility Criteria:
**For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:**

1. The applicant should be a resident of Jammu & Kashmir.
1. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
1. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
1. The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months.
1. The applicant should be registration is renewed annually.

**For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:**

1. The applicant should be a registered female member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Jammu & Kashmir.
1. The applicant should be pregnant.
1. The worker's membership with the Welfare Board must be active at the time of application.
Scheme for Meritorious Students to Pursue Higher Secondary Education in the Best Schools of Tamil Nadu
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Meritorious Students to Pursue Higher Secondary Education in the Best Schools of Tamil Nadu&quot; scheme launched by the Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to support academic excellence by offering financial aid to 10 students from each district who have secured the highest marks in the 10th public examination. Eligible students can attend top private schools in Tamil Nadu for their higher secondary education, ensuring they receive the best resources and opportunities to further their studies.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 Full financial assistance for pursuing higher secondary education in reputed private schools.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a student.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should belong to the Backward Classes (BC)/ Most Backward Classes (MBC)/ Denotified Communities (DNC).
  - The beneficiary should have secured the highest marks in 10th Public examination.
  - The beneficiary should be among the Top 10 meritorious students from each district.
  - The beneficiary should be studying in Government/ Government Aided/ Private School.
  - The beneficiary&#39;s parental annual income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Registered Construction Worker in case of his/her Natural Death (JKBOCWWB)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
Launched on 1st January 2018, the scheme "Registered Construction Worker in Case of His/Her Natural Death" is a Welfare Scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Jammu & Kashmir. Through this scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- is provided to the nominee or dependents in the event of natural death of a registered BOC worker. The applications are accepted online as well as offline.

Benefits:
₹2,00,000/- is provided to the nominee/dependent of the deceased construction worker.

Eligibility Criteria:
The applicant should be a nominee/dependent of a registered member/worker who has deceased due to natural causes.
Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Scholarship-Public Examination Fee for 10th and 12th Std.
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The scheme “Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department: Scholarship-Public Examination Fee for 10th and 12th Std.” by the Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is designed to support students from the Adi Dravidar, Tribal, and Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities. Under this scheme, the government reimburses the public examination fees for 10th and 12th-standard students directly to the Directorate of Government Examinations. There is no income limit for eligibility under this scheme.

Benefits:
Reimbursement: 
Full reimbursement on Public Examination fee for 10th and 12th Std. students.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a Student.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar converted to Christianity community.
  - The beneficiary must be appearing for public examinations of 10th/12th Std.
Financial Assistance to 75% or Permanent Disability
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The scheme Financial Assistance to 75% or Permanent Disability was launched by the Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW), Labor Department Maharashtra. Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- to the registered worker in case of 75 % or more permanent disability (the benefit can be availed only after 26th July 2014 as the benefit is covered under the Mediclaim & Personal Accident Insurance scheme).

Benefits:
Financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- is provided by the Board to the registered worker for 75% or more permanent disability. 



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The worker must be engaged in building or construction work.
1. The worker should be registered under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW).
1. The worker should have a 75% or permanent disability.
First Self Marriage Expenses
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The "First Self Marriage Expenses" scheme was implemented by the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board, Labour Department Government of Maharashtra. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹30,000/- towards the first self-marriage expenses to the registered worker.

Benefits:
Financial assistance of ₹30,000/- provided to registered construction worker for first marriage expenses.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be engaged in building or construction work.
1. The applicant should be registered under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: Small Road Transport Operators Loan (SRTO Loan)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Transport & Infrastructure
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: Small Road Transport Operators Loan (SRTO Loan)&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, provides loans up to ₹10,00,000/- for small road transport operations. The interest rate for this loan is 13% (subject to change).
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Benefits:
Access to Loan: 
Up to ₹10,00,000/-.
Interest Rate: 
13% (subject to change).


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a Small Road Transport Operator.

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Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
"Merit Based Scholarship Scheme for Dhangar Students" by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa aims to motivate students by providing merit-based awards and financial incentives to high-performing students who are economically weak. Through this scheme, monetary scholarships ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 are provided to Dhangar students based on their academic performance in SSC and HSSC board examinations. The applications for this scheme are accepted online. The scheme is being implemented by the Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

Benefits:
Financial Award
First 5 Rank Holders from SSC: ₹20,000 each
First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Science Stream): ₹20,000/- each
First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Commerce Stream): ₹20,000/- each
First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Arts Stream): ₹20,000/- each
First 5 Rank Holders from HSSC (Vocational Stream): ₹20,000/- each
Certificate of Appreciation
Felicitation in a Public Ceremony

Mode of Disbursement
The amount of Financial Award is disbursed through Electronic Bank Transfer.

Merit-based Awards
Marks between 50% to 59.99%: ₹5,000/-
Marks between 60% to 69.99%: ₹8,000/-
Marks between 70% to 74.9%: ₹10,000/-
Marks 75% and above: ₹15,000/-

Eligibility Criteria:
**For Rank Holders Category**

- The applicant must belong to the Dhangar community.
- The applicant must be among the top 5 rank holders in their respective examination (SSC or HSSC).
- The applicant has no income ceiling restrictions.

**For Merit-based Awards**

- The applicant must belong to the Dhangar community.
- The applicant's annual family income should be less than ₹2,00,000/-.
- The applicant must achieve the minimum qualifying percentage as per the benefit slabs.
Grant of Stipends to the Physically Handicapped Students
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
The scheme "Grant of Stipends to the Physically Handicapped Students" by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Goa aims to improve the educational status of handicapped children studying in standards 1st to 10th by providing financial assistance. Through this scheme, monthly stipends ranging from ₹200 to ₹300 are provided to parents who are unable to send their children to school due to economic reasons. The applications for this scheme are accepted online. The scheme is being implemented by Chief Minister Scholarship Portal, Government of Goa.

Benefits:
Monthly Stipend Rates
Standards 1 to 4: ₹200 per month
Standards 5 to 8: ₹200 per month
Standards 9 to 12: ₹300 per month
Duration:
 11 months (full academic year)
Disbursement:
 Two installments (September and January)

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a bonafide resident of the State of Goa
- The applicant must be a regular student of a recognized school
- The applicant's parents/guardian's combined annual income should not exceed ₹25,000
- The applicant must be physically handicapped as specified under Rule 4 read with Rule 5
- The applicant should not be a repeater in the current standard (one failure can be condoned at Director's discretion)
- The applicant should not be residing in or receiving maintenance from any government institutions, local bodies, or grant-receiving private organizations
- The applicant should not be receiving any other stipend or scholarship
- Multiple handicapped children from the same family are eligible if other conditions are met
Training Centre for Specially-Abled Persons
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Mizoram

Details:
The Training Centre for Specially-Abled Persons scheme was launched by the Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Mizoram. Under this scheme, provide vocational courses for specially-abled individuals, funded by the Government of Mizoram. The centers provide courses in tailoring for females and tailoring/shoemaking for males, with a monthly stipend of ₹250 for the training period. **Training Centers:**
There are three training centers, including residential centers in Aizawl for both genders and a non-residential center in Lunglei.

Benefits:
One year of vocational training in tailoring and shoemaking.
A monthly stipend of ₹250/- is given to the trainees.
Hand sewing machine/Treadle sewing machine/Cobbler tools are given to them upon completion of the course.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Mizoram.
1. The applicant should be a person with a disability.
1. The applicant should be from the Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The scheme &quot;National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra)&quot; is a social welfare scheme by the Social Justice &amp; Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. Under this scheme, in the event of the death of the primary breadwinner of a BPL family, the family is provided with a one-time lump sum financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.

Benefits:
Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
   1. The applicant should be a family member or dependent of the deceased breadwinner (an earning member of the family on whom the family primarily depended for income).
   1. The family should be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
   1. The deceased should have been between 18 and 59 years old.
Financial Assistance for Widow or Widower of Registered Construction Worker
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The “Financial Assistance for Widow or Widower of Registered Construction Worker” scheme was implemented by the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹24,000/- p.a. up to 5 years to the widow or widower in case of death of a registered worker during the course of employment.

Benefits:
Financial assistance of ₹24,000/- per annum up to 5 years to the widow or widower. 

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be the widow or widower of a deceased construction worker.
1. The deceased worker must have been registered with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Fal Podharopan Yojana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
The scheme "Fal Podharopan Yojana" by the Horticulture and Food Processing Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, provides targeted support to farmers for fruit cultivation, taking into account land conditions, climate, and irrigation availability. Under this scheme, farmers receive a subsidy of 40% to 50% of the unit cost, disbursed over three years, in the ratio of 60:20:20, for planting fruit saplings on areas ranging from 0.25 to 4 hectares. Eligible fruits include mango, guava, orange, sweet lime, custard apple, plum, sapota, grapes, pomegranate, strawberry, tissue-cultured banana, hybrid-seed papaya, munga, and lemon. The subsidy applies to both standard and high-density plantations, with or without drip irrigation, to support sustainable and high-yield fruit farming.

Benefits:
40% to 50% of grant-in-aid is payable in the ratio of 60:20:20 in three years.

Sr. No.
Constituent
Percentage of grant-in-aid
Per Hectare Unit Cost for Dripless Irrigation
Grant-in-Aid for Driplessrrigation (60:20:20)
Per Hectare Unit Cost for Drip Irrigation
Grant-in-Aid for  for Drip Irrigation (60:20:20)
1.
Normal Distance
40% to 50%
60,000
30,000
1,00,000
40,000
2.
High Density
40%
1,00,000
40,000
1,50,000
60,000
3.
Ultra High Density
40%
1,25,000
40,000
2,00,000
80,000
(Amount in ₹)

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should own private land.
1. The land area should be at least 0.25 hectares.
1. The land area should not exceed 4 hectares.
1. The applicant should have adequate means of irrigation to support fruit plantation.
1. The applicant should be interested in growing fruit crops.
1. The applicant should have a strong interest in plantation activities.
1. The applicant should be from one of the following social categories - General, Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste.
Vasantrao Naik Tanda / Basti Development Scheme
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The scheme &amp;quot;Vasantrao Naik Tanda/Basti Development&amp;quot; is implemented by the Department of Social Justice &amp;amp; Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra. The scheme provides essential amenities to the Tandas and Bastis of Vimukta Jatis and Nomadic Tribes. The scheme focuses on improving access to drinking water, electrification, latrines, drainage systems, and approach roads for these communities.

Benefits:
Admissible Grant based on the Population of the VJNT Community - 
VJNT Population: 51 to 100; Admissible Grant: 4 Lakhs.
VJNT Population: 101 to 150; Admissible Grant: 6 Lakhs.
VJNT Population: Above 151; Admissible Grant: 10 Lakhs.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The Tanda or Basti should have a population of at least 51 residents who belong to the Vimukta Jatis and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) category.
1. The area must be lacking basic infrastructure amenities like water, sanitation, or electrification.
1. The Tanda or Basti must be located in Maharashtra.
Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana (Maharashtra)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The &quot;Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana&quot; scheme is implemented by the Social Justice &amp; Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. This Centrally Sponsored Scheme is aimed at providing insurance and scholarship benefits to landless laborers in rural areas, aged 18 to 59 years. The annual premium for each member is ₹200/-, with 50% of the premium subsidized by the State and Central Governments. The scheme covers all categories of beneficiaries and focuses on providing financial security through insurance and educational scholarships.

Benefits:
Natural Death Benefit: 
₹30,000 is payable to the nominee in case of natural death before the terminal date.
Accidental Death Benefit: 
₹75,000 is payable to the nominee in case of death due to an accident.
Permanent Total Disability (Accident): 
₹75,000 is provided in case of permanent total disability caused by an accident.
Loss of Two Eyes or Two Limbs (Accident): 
₹75,000 is payable in case of loss of two eyes or two limbs in an accident.
Loss of One Eye or One Limb (Accident): 
₹37,500 is payable in case of loss of one eye or one limb in an accident.
Scholarship Benefit: 
₹100 per month is given as a scholarship to children of the insured studying in 9th to 12th standards. The scholarship is available for a maximum of two children per family.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
   1. The applicant&#39;s age should be between 18 and 59 years.
   1. The applicant must be a landless labourer.
   1. The applicant should be residing in a rural area.
   1. The applicant&#39;s family should not own any agricultural land.
   1. The applicant should not be covered under any other similar insurance scheme.
Reimbursement of the MS-CIT Course
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The Reimbursement of the MS-CIT Course scheme was launched by the Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW), Labour Department Maharashtra. The scheme offers reimbursement of the MS-CIT (Maharashtra State Certificate in Information Technology) course fees for up to two children of registered construction workers.

Benefits:
Reimbursement of the MS-CIT (Maharashtra State Certificate in Information Technology) course fees for up to two children of registered construction workers.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The children's parents/guardians should be registered construction workers.
1. The construction worker should be registered under the MBOCWW. 
1. The applicant must be enrolled in a government-recognized MS-CIT course.
Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Horticulture
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Horticulture&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to provide financial support to farmers through loans for horticulture purposes. The loan amount varies from ₹25,000/- to  ₹2,00,000/- per 0.4 hectare, helping farmers expand or improve their horticultural activities. Interest rates range from 11% to 12.75%, subject to market conditions.

Benefits:
Access to Loan: 
From Rs.25,000/- to 2,00,000/- per 0.4 hectare.
Interest Rate:
 From 11% to 12.5%, (subject to change).


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be engaged in horticultural activities.
  - The beneficiary should be interested in availing loan for horticultural activities.
  - The beneficiary should have the intention to use the loan specifically for horticultural activities.
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Jewel Loan
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Jewel Loan&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, allows citizens to obtain loans by pledging their gold and jewelry. The maximum loan amount is ₹1,00,000/- with an interest rate of 12%, subject to changes as per bank policies.

Benefits:
Access to Loan:
 Up to ₹1,00,000/-.
Interest Rate:
 12% (subject to change).

Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Loans should be applicable only for Jewel.
Swarnima
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
The scheme &amp;quot;Swarnima by the Department of Social Justice &amp;amp; Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra, is jointly funded by the National Backward Classes Finance &amp;amp; Development Corporation, New Delhi, and the State Corporation. This scheme provides low-interest loans directly deposited into the bank accounts of female beneficiaries from Other Backward Classes (OBC) to support self-employment activities and enhance financial independence.
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Benefits:
Financial assistance of up to ₹5,00,000/- per Self-Help Group (SHG) project, with ₹25,000 allocated per beneficiary (up to 20 members per SHG).
Funding shares include 95% from the Central Corporation and 5% from the State Corporation.
No beneficiary contribution is required.
Low interest rate of 5% per annum.
Repayment period of up to 3 years to ease financial planning.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be from the Other Backward Class (OBC) category.
1. The applicant should be a domicile of Maharashtra.
1. The age of the applicant should be between 18 to 50 years.
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should be - 


- Rural areas: Less than or equal to ₹98,000.
- Urban areas: Less than or equal to ₹1,20,000.
Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: Jewel Loans
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: Jewel Loans&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to provide financial assistance to farmers through jewel loans. The loan amount can be up to ₹2,00,000/-, with an interest rate of 11.5% (subject to change).

Benefits:
Access to Loan:
 Up to ₹2,00,000/- based on the value of the pledged jewels.
Interest Rate:
 11.5% (subject to change).


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
   1. The beneficiary should be a farmer.
   1. The beneficiary should be engaged in agricultural activities.
Tool/Equipment Purchase Subsidy Scheme (MPBOCWWB)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
Launched on 1st January 2018, the "Tool/Equipment Purchase Subsidy Scheme" offers financial assistance to construction workers registered under the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, helping them purchase tools and equipment related to their work. To be eligible, workers must possess a valid identity card from the Mandal, and they can receive a subsidy of up to 10% of the loan taken for the tool kit, or ₹5,000, whichever is less, within 3 months of the equipment purchase date.

Benefits:
The benefit is 10% of the loan or ₹5,000, whichever is lower.

Eligibility Criteria:
**For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker:**

1. The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker.
1. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years.
1. The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months.
1. The applicant should be registration is renewed annually.

**For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:**

1. The applicant should be registered Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The worker should possess a valid identity card issued by the Mandal.
1. The worker should be up to 60 years of age.
1. The subsidy should be available once in a lifetime for the worker.
Deen Dayal Upadhyay Kaushal Kendra (DDUKK)- Mega Skill Centre
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Jharkhand

Details:
The “Deen Dayal Upadhyay Kaushal Kendra (DDUKK)—Mega Skill Centre” is a component of the umbrella scheme “Mukhymantri Sarthi Yojna” launched by the Department of Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development, Jharkhand. The scheme, operational since October 2017, focuses on longer-duration courses with on-job training (OJT) for youth. It aims to train 60,000 candidates in various sectors during 2023-24. **Course Duration**
The training under this scheme is a minimum of 576 hours of which 160 hours are dedicated to IT and Soft Skills

Benefits:
Comprehensive Training:
 Combines technical skills with soft skills and IT training.
Residential Facility:
 Training is fully residential, ensuring a focused learning environment.
On Job Training (OJT):
 Hands-on industry exposure for candidates to become job-ready.
Multi-sector Opportunities:
 Tourism & Hospitality, Telecom, Security, Retail, Plumbing, Logistics, IT/ITES, Electronics, Domestic Worker, Construction, Capital Goods, BFSI, Beauty & Wellness, Automotive, Apparel, and Agriculture, Food Processing, Healthcare, Iron & Steel, Mining

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand.
1. The applicant's age should be 18-35 years.
1. The applicant must belong to one of the priority groups (SC/ST, women, PwD, transgender).
Mukhyamantri Vyavsayik Pathyakram Margdarshan Evam Utpreran Yojana
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Bihar

Details:
The &quot;Mukhyamantri Vyavsayik Pathyakram Margdarshan Evam Utpreran Yojana&quot; was launched by the Backward Class and Extremely Backward Class Welfare Department, Government of Bihar, aims to provide free pre-examination coaching to BC and EBC students. This initiative supports students aiming for competitive exams such as NET, GATE, JRF, and Ph.D. Programs. Coaching is offered at select universities and career guidance centers.

Benefits:
Free Coaching:
 Free coaching in the renowned 
Career Guidance Centers(Page 26)
.
Note:
 
There is no hostel provision in the centers.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Backward Class (BC) or Extremely Backward Class (EBC) categories.
   1. The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
   1. The applicant must meet the minimum educational qualifications required for the chosen competitive examination.

**Note:** 

  - Applicants will appear for competitive exams under their respective courses. Selection will be based on a multiple-choice written test following the prescribed syllabus.
State Scholarship of Class 6th to 10th (Scheduled Caste)
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Madhya Pradesh

Details:
Launched in 1966-67, the "State Scholarship for Class 6th to 10th" is a welfare scheme by the Scheduled Caste Welfare Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh. This scheme provides financial assistance to Scheduled Caste students, offering ₹200 per year for boys and ₹600 per year for girls, to support their education. The scholarship is provided until 31st October each year. The aim is to encourage students from the Scheduled Caste category to pursue their education and reduce financial barriers.

Benefits:
Scholarship amount:
 Boy - ₹200/- ,Girl -₹600/- (for 10 months)

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The student should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh
1. The student should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
1. The student should be enrolled in classes 6th to 10th in a recognized educational institution..
1. The student should apply for the scholarship before the 31st of October.
Nariwal Paudha Vitaran Yojana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Bihar

Details:
The “Nariwal Paudha Vitaran Yojana”, launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, is designed to distribute coconut saplings to farmers and individuals willing to plant on their land. The main objective of this scheme is to plant coconut saplings in non-traditional coconut areas in the state.

Benefits:
Subsidy Support:
 75% subsidy i.e. ₹63.75/- will be payable on the unit cost of ₹85/- per sapling.
Distribution of Saplings:
 A minimum of 5 and a maximum of 712 saplings (178 saplings per hectare) will be provided to beneficiaries.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
   1. The applicant should be a farmer.
   1. The applicant should be interested in planting coconut saplings.
   1. The applicant must be registered on the DBT portal.

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> **Note 1: Beneficiary allocation:**



    - General Category: 78.56%.
    - Scheduled Castes: 20%.
    - Scheduled Tribes: 1.44%.
    - Women Participation: 30%.


> **Note 2:** The benefit of the scheme will generally be given to the farmer family. Farmer family means husband-wife and minor child.

> **Note 3:** Beneficiaries will be selected on first come first serve basis.