pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Rural Technology Complex
Category: Education & Learning, Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;Rural Technology Complex&quot; implemented by the Govind Ballabh Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (NIHE), aims to support livelihood enhancement in the Himalayan region through the application of need-based, eco-friendly technologies. The scheme involves the establishment of Rural Technology Complex(RTC) within institutional premises, where local technological needs are addressed by training participants in sustainable practices. These sessions, focused on skill development, aim to create awareness and equip trainees with techniques to improve their income generation capacities using low-cost and environmentally compatible tools. Training is provided at no cost, and is open to government officers, NGO representatives, educators, students, women, and rural self-help group members.

Benefits:
Free Training:
 All training programmes under the scheme are provided at no cost.
Livelihood Enhancement: 
Training equips individuals with skills for sustainable, eco-friendly income generation.
Practical Exposure: 
Training includes hands-on learning and field demonstrations.
No Participation Charges:
 There is no fee for training or the exposure visit to the Rural Technology Campus.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should belong to any of the following categories:


   1. A central or state government officer or staff member.
   1. A representative of a non-governmental organisation (NGO).
   1. A student from a recognised university or educational institution.
   1. A teacher or faculty member from any recognised educational institution.
   1. A rural woman or man interested in acquiring environment-friendly livelihood-based technological skills.
   1. A member of a registered self-help group (SHG).
ICSSR Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
This scheme is open to Indian citizens under the age of 45 who hold a Ph.D. and have demonstrated research ability through earlier publications. All candidates must be affiliated with a Ministry of Education or UGC-recognized public-funded Indian university, and a senior faculty member (not less than an Associate Professor) from the same institution must supervise their study. The fellowship offers a ₹31,000 monthly grant and ₹20,000 annual contingency grant for a period of two years. The applications for the fellowship are invited through advertising on the ICSSR website and social media platforms. The scheme covers a wide range of disciplines under the discipline of social sciences, with 26 major areas including priority research topics. In addition to conducting full-time research, fellows are expected to provide progress updates on a regular basis and publish at least two research publications in reputable journals. The final submission includes published articles, audited financial data, summaries, and a book-length report. Given India's social science ecosystem, it seeks to promote research excellence, evidence-based research, and scholarship that is also relevant to policymakers.

Benefits:
1)	Monthly Fellowship amount @ Rs.31,000 per month
2)	Contingency Grant @ Rs.20,000 per annum
3)	API points as per the UGC Guidelines in force at the point of time
4)	Institutional overhead (7.5%) – supports the hosting institution.

Eligibility Criteria:
1)	The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
2)	Must be under 45 years of age (5-year relaxation for SC/ST/PwD).
3)	 Must possess a Ph.D. in a social science discipline.
4)	Must have demonstrable research competence via publications.
5)	Must affiliate with a public-funded Indian institution approved for Ph.D.
6)	 Must have a supervisor who is a serving faculty (Associate Professor or above).
7)	Applicant must not be a defaulter of any ICSSR grant/project/fellowship.
ICSSR Senior Fellowship
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
The Senior Fellowship Scheme is specifically designed for senior researchers who are between the ages of 45 and 70, affiliated with a UGC-recognized university, deemed university, institute of national importance, or ICSSR-recognized research institute, have a PhD and has made significant academic contributions in their fields through books, journal articles, or research initiatives. The fellowship is for two years with progress reports to be submitted every six months. An annual contingency grant of ₹40,000 and a monthly stipend of ₹45,000 are included in the fellowship to help with research-related costs. The applications for the fellowship are invited through advertising on the ICSSR website and social media platforms. The scheme covers a wide range of disciplines under the discipline of social sciences, with 26 major areas including priority research topics. All the scholars must submit a book-length final report, and at least two published research papers at the end of two years. The fellowship program supports dedicated academics to generate noteworthy research with national priorities and international academic standards with precise guidance on grant disbursement, monitoring, reporting, and the responsibilities of both the fellow and the affiliated institution. Given India's social science ecosystem, it seeks to promote research excellence, evidence-based research, and scholarship that is also relevant to policymakers.

Benefits:
1)	Monthly Fellowship amount @ Rs.45,000 per month
2)	Contingency Grant @ Rs.40,000 per annum
3)	API points as per the UGC Guidelines in force at the point of time

Eligibility Criteria:
1)	The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
2)	Must have a Ph.D. in any Social Science discipline. 
3)	Age: Between 45 to 70 years as on the last application date.
4)	Must have an established publication record in reputed journals or books.
5)	Must be affiliated with a UGC-recognized or ICSSR research institute.
6)	Should not be availing any other fellowship concurrently.
7)	Must not be a defaulter of ICSSR funds.
Yuvak Mangal Dal and Mahila Mangal Dal Swavalamban Yojana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Yuvak Mangal Dal and Mahila Mangal Dal Swavalamban Yojana” was launched by the Department of Youth Welfare and prantiy rakshak dal (PRD), Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote self-reliance among village-level male and female youth groups (Mangal Dals) by providing financial support for the purchase of essential materials, enabling them to become self-reliant and undertake community-based activities.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹14,268/- is provided to purchase essential materials for community use, aimed at making the Mangal Dals self-reliant.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a recognized Yuvak Mangal Dal or Mahila Mangal Dal in Uttarakhand, formally affiliated with the Department of Youth Welfare and PRD, Government of Uttarakhand.
Financial Assistance to Scheduled Tribe (Plains) Students for Coaching for Getting Admission into Medical/Engineering/IIT/etc.
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
The scheme "Financial Assistance to Scheduled Tribe (Plains) Students for Coaching for Getting Admission into Medical/Engineering/IIT/etc." was launched by the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes, Government of Assam. The scheme aims to provide financial support to eligible ST (P) students for coaching to crack competitive entrance examinations for Medical, Engineering, and Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT). The scheme offers reimbursement for coaching expenses incurred by students and prioritizes merit-based selection. To be eligible, the applicant must belong to the ST (P) community and must be undergoing or have completed coaching (within the last one year) for the specified entrance exams. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes, Assam, and applications are accepted offline via submission to the Directorate’s office.

Benefits:
Financial reimbursement for coaching expenses related to Medical/Engineering/IIT entrance exams.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (Plains) community.
- The applicant must be undergoing or have completed coaching (within the last one year) for Medical/Engineering/IIT entrance examinations.
- The applicant must have appeared/passed the 10+2 examination.

_*Selection is based on merit (percentage secured in the Matriculation Examination)._
Promotion of Tribal Culture
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
The scheme "Promotion of Tribal Culture" by the Directorate of Welfare of Plains Tribes and Backward Classes, Government of Assam, aims to provide financial grants to NGOs, Trusts, and Voluntary Organizations working for the advancement of tribal culture among Scheduled Tribes (Plains) in Assam's plain districts (excluding BTC area). The scheme supports initiatives like heritage preservation, literature promotion, cultural activities, and local brews. Eligible organizations must be registered and have prior experience in tribal culture promotion. Applications are invited through advertisements, and grants are disbursed subject to Selection Committee approval.

Benefits:
Financial Grant:
 Maximum of ₹3,00,000/- per organization for tribal culture promotion initiatives (e.g., heritage, literature, local brews).
Disbursement:
 Subject to Selection Committee approval and fund availability.
*Financial assistance is not a right; approval depends on eligibility and fund availability.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a Registered NGO/Trust/Voluntary Organization under the Societies Registration Act, 1980, or equivalent.
- The applicant must have a demonstrated background in promoting tribal culture.

_*Priority is given to organizations with ST(P) members._
Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
Launched for the current year, the scheme "Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam" by the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam, aims to support ST and OBC/MOBC students appearing in the final examination of APSC/UPSC. The scheme provides financial assistance to eligible candidates who have cleared the preliminary exam. To qualify, applicants must belong to the ST or OBC/MOBC community of Assam and have passed the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam in the current year. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam. Applications are accepted offline via a prescribed format available on the official website.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance is provided, subject to eligibility verification and fund availability.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST)/Other Backward Classes (OBC)/More Other Backward Classes (MOBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have passed the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) or Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination in the current year.

_*Fulfilling eligibility does not guarantee benefits, as the Selection Committee has the right to reject applications without assigning reasons._
Freeship Staff Ward
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The “Freeship Staff Ward” scheme is implemented by Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, under the Department of Agriculture, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to support the education of students who are wards of university staff and are pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate, or PhD courses by providing tuition fee concessions.

Benefits:
The eligible students will receive a 50% concession on tuition fees.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a student.
   1. The applicant must be enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate course, a 3-year postgraduate course, or a 3-year Ph.D. program at Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar.
PMMSY: Provision of Polythene lining for the Construction of New ponds for Saline/Alkaline area-Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matasya Sampada Yojana: Provision of Polythene lining for the Construction of New ponds for Saline/Alkaline Area" by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, aims to provide central assistance for the cost of polythene lining for the construction of new ponds in saline or alkaline areas. Through this scheme, polythene lining costs are provided for new water bodies created under various state government initiatives. The intended beneficiaries are those creating new ponds for fish or shrimp culture in saline/alkaline areas. The scheme is implemented by the Fisheries Department, Government of Haryana.

Benefits:
The project cost is ₹8,00,000/- per hectare. 
The subsidy provided will be limited to 25% of the project cost for all categories.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should have a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
1. The polythene lining cost shall be provided for new water bodies created under the various state government.
1. Beneficiaries shall be provided with central assistance for the polythene lining cost for the initial crop only in newly constructed.
1. Central assistance for the Polythene lining cost shall be released only after the ponds are ready for fish/shrimp culture.
1. The projects having land on long-term lease shall also be considered for Central financial assistance. However, the registered lease period/agreement shall not be a minimum period of 7 (seven) years.
PMMSY: Construction of Fish Retail Markets including Ornamental Fish/Aquarium Markets - Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matasya Sampada Yojana: Construction of Fish Retail Markets including Ornamental Fish/Aquarium Markets" by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, aims to support the construction of fish retail markets, including those for ornamental fish and aquariums. Through this scheme, financial assistance for project costs is provided to individual beneficiaries.

Benefits:
The scheme provides a subsidy for the construction of fish retail markets, including ornamental fish or aquarium markets. The project cost is ₹1,00,00,000/- per unit.
The subsidy provided is:
40% of the project cost is for beneficiaries belonging to the General Category.
60% of the project cost is for beneficiaries belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Women categories.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must have a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
1. The applicant must submit an undertaking in the Detailed Project Report (DPR)/Self-Contained Proposal (SCP) stating that all operational, maintenance, and post-construction management costs of the infrastructure facilities will be borne by them.
1. The applicant must commit to keeping the fish market in operational condition for 10 years.
1. The applicant must agree to permanently display a board at the infrastructure facility indicating that the fish market was constructed with Central Assistance under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
1. Central assistance will be restricted to one unit per individual beneficiary.
1. Projects with land on a long-term registered lease will also be considered for Central financial assistance. The registered lease period or agreement must not be less than a minimum period of 10 years.
Personal Accident Assistance Scheme
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Personal Accident Assistance Scheme” is implemented by the Uttarakhand Agricultural Production &amp; Marketing Board under the Department of Agriculture, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial support and compensation to farmers, agricultural laborers, and Mandi laborers in Uttarakhand who suffer injury or death due to accidents while engaged in agricultural work or operating agricultural equipment.

Benefits:
Under the Mandi Act of Uttarakhand, farmers, agricultural labourers, and Mandi labourers working in Mandi areas regulated by the state, who are engaged in agricultural activities or the operation of agricultural equipment such as power equipment, digging or deepening wells and ponds for irrigation, using tractors for threshing or transporting produce, or performing other fieldwork are covered under the scheme operated by the Mandi Marketing Board through Mandi Committees. In case of physical injury or death resulting from an accident, the scheme provides them with compensation.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible to claim compensation.
Art Exhibition Assistance in the State
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Art Exhibition Assistance in the State" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to encourage visual artists of Gujarat to showcase their work by offering financial support for organizing exhibitions across the state. The scheme particularly targets those who have either undergone formal art education or have experience in holding art exhibitions. This initiative helps elevate the reach and recognition of regional art and artists. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat State Lalitkala Academy.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 Up to ₹25,000/- or actual expenses incurred (whichever is less) for organizing an art exhibition.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant should have received formal art education or should have conducted a previous individual or group art exhibition.
   1. The applicant should organize an exhibition within Gujarat.
   1. The applicant should exhibit a minimum of 30 artworks in the sponsored exhibition.
PMMSY: Cycle with Ice Boxes-Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matasya Sampada Yojana: Cycle with Ice Boxes" by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, aims to provide central assistance for the cost of cycles with ice boxes to beneficiaries involved in fisheries activities. Through this scheme, central assistance for Cycle with Ice Box costs is provided for the initial crop only in the purchase of newly purchased cycles with ice boxes.

Benefits:
The scheme provides a subsidy for the cycle with ice boxes for fisheries activities. 
The project cost is ₹0.10/- lakh per unit.
The subsidy will be limited to 40% of the project cost for beneficiaries falling under the General Category.
The subsidy will be limited to 60% of the project cost for beneficiaries who are Scheduled Caste (SC) or Women.

Note: 
The Government of India and the Government of Haryana shall not be responsible for any losses incurred on procurement, operation, maintenance, and management of the fish transport facilities.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. Beneficiary must have Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
1. Beneficiaries should ensure that fish transport facilities are maintained in operational condition.
1. Beneficiaries shall be provided central assistance for Cycle with Ice box the initial crop only in the purchase of newly purchased Cycle with Ice Box
1. Central assistance for Cycle with Ice Box cost shall be released only for the fisheries activity.
1. Govt. of India and Govt. of Haryana shall not be responsible for any losses incurred on procurement, operation, maintenance and management of the fish transport facilities.
PMMSY: Construction of New Rearing ponds - Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matasya Sampada Yojana: Construction of New Rearing Ponds (nursery/seed rearing ponds)" by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, aims to expand fisheries in various urban/semi-urban areas only under the construction of new ponds. Through this scheme, central assistance and subsidy are provided for the construction of new rearing units and initial crop costs in newly constructed ponds.

Benefits:
Provides financial assistance for the construction of New Rearing Ponds (nursery/seed rearing ponds). 
The project cost of ₹ 7,00,000/- per Hectare is provided.
The subsidy will be limited to 40% of the project cost for the General Category and 60% of the project cost for SC/Women beneficiaries.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must have a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
1. The construction of new rearing ponds subsidy will be provided by the State Government for the expansion of fisheries in various urban/semi-urban areas, only under the construction of new ponds under the PMMSY scheme.
1. The applicant shall be provided with central assistance for the Construction of New Rearing unit costs for the initial crop only in the newly constructed ponds.
1. The projects having land on long-term registered lease shall also be considered for Central financial assistance under the scheme. However, the lease period/agreement shall not be less than a minimum period of 7 (seven) years.
1. The applicant, having their land, must furnish revenue records with a clear land title.
Mahila Samruddhi (Gujarat Backward Caste Development Corporation)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Mahila Samruddhi" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide a small-scale credit scheme for creating self-employment for women from backward classes. Through this scheme, low-interest rate loans are provided to female beneficiaries, enabling them to undertake a business of their choice. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Backward Class Development Corporation. The primary objective is to empower women from socially and educationally backward classes by facilitating self-employment opportunities.

Benefits:
The maximum loan limit under this scheme is up to ₹1,25,000/-.
The interest rate on these schemes will be 4% per annum.
In these schemes, 95% of the unit cost will be provided as a loan, where 95% will be contributed by the National Corporation and 5% by the State Government.
This loan is to be repaid in 48 equal monthly installments, including interest.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be female.
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should belong to a socially and educationally backward class, specifically Other Backward Classes (OBC).
1. The total annual income of the applicant's family should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
1. The applicant's age should be between 21 and 45 years on the date of application.
1. The applicant must have experience in a business requiring technical and other skills.
Small Business (GBCDC)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Small Business (GBCDC)" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) for undertaking small businesses like grocery store, dairy parlour, animal fodder sales centre, mobile-computer repairing shop, etc., for casual business. Through this scheme, a loan amount is provided at a low interest rate to promote self-employment among SEBC individuals across the state. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Backward Classes Development Corporation (GBCDC). Beneficiaries can apply online without any application fee through the official GBCDC portal.

Benefits:
Financial assistance in the form of a loan up to ₹2,00,000/-.
The loan can be utilised for starting small businesses such as grocery stores, dairy parlours, animal fodder sales centres, mobile and computer repairing shops, etc.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to a socially and educationally backward class.
1. The applicant's total annual individual/family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
Mahila Samruddhi Yojana (GSKVN)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Mahila Samruddhi Yojana (GSKVN)" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat Government,  aims to provide financial assistance to female Safai Kamdars and their dependents to start small businesses. Through this scheme, loans for various self-employment ventures are provided to eligible female individuals. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Safai Kamdar Vikas Nigam (GSKVN).

Benefits:
An individual loan of ₹1,00,000/- is provided.
The interest rate on the loan is 4%.
The loan is intended for various businesses/occupations such as Mandap Decoration, Computer, Electrical Shop, Animal Husbandry, Grocery Shop, Bamboo Work, Sewing Work, Embroidery, Beauty Parlour, Mobile Repairing, etc.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a native resident of Gujarat State.
1. The applicant must be a sanitation worker or a dependent woman.
1. The applicant must be female.
1. The applicant's age should not be less than 18 years and not more than 50 years on the date of the advertisement.
Transportation Scheme (Gujarat Gopalak Vikas Nigam)
Category: Transport & Infrastructure
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Transportation Scheme" by the Gujarat Gopalak Vikas Nigam, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide loans for the purchase of auto rickshaws and loading vehicles. Through this scheme, financial assistance for vehicle purchase is offered to the Rabari and Bharwad castes from the socially and educationally backwards classes. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Gopalak Vikas Nigam.

Benefits:
Loans are provided on an individual basis to purchase auto rickshaws and loading vehicles.
Maximum Loan Limit: ₹2,00,000/-
Interest Rate: 6% per annum
Loan Amount: 95% of the vehicle cost
Beneficiary Contribution: 5% of the vehicle cost



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Rabari and Bharwad castes from the socially and educationally backwards classes.
1. The applicant's age should be between 21 and 45 years.
1. The applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
Late Jaswantsinhji Thakor and Late Rasiklal Andhariya Classical Music Scholarship
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Late Jaswantsinhji Thakor and Late Rasiklal Andhariya Classical Music Scholarship&quot; by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to preserve and promote classical music in Gujarat by offering financial support to eligible Gurus for imparting training and to their disciples for receiving it. The scheme facilitates a 10-month classical music training period where selected Gurus can train up to 2 disciples, and both Gurus and disciples receive monetary assistance. The scheme is implemented by Gujarat Rajya Sangeet Natak Akademi, Gandhinagar, which releases a public advertisement annually inviting applications.
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Benefits:
For Gurus:
Financial assistance of ₹1,000/- per month for a duration of 10 months (i.e., ₹10,000/- per disciple) for training up to 2 disciples.
For Disciples:
A scholarship of ₹10,000/- per annum, calculated at ₹1,000/- per month for 10 months, for receiving classical music training from the selected Guru.


Eligibility Criteria:
> **For Gurus:**


- The applicant should be a classical music artist.
- The applicant should have completed formal education in classical music or must possess at least 7 years of experience in teaching classical music.
- The applicant should be capable of training a maximum of 2 disciples during the 10-month training period.

> **For Disciples:**


- The applicant should be a student of classical music residing in Gujarat.
- The applicant should be undergoing training under an eligible Guru selected under this scheme.
- The applicant should submit a certificate of training provided by the Guru.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Three Wheeler with Ice Box Including E-rickshaws for Fish Vending - Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The “Three Wheeler with Ice Box Including E-rickshaws for Fish Vending” is a scheme component under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), implemented by the Fisheries Department, Government of Haryana. This is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme that aims to strengthen fish transportation infrastructure by promoting hygienic and efficient fish transportation and retailing through mobile outlets. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to eligible beneficiaries for purchasing e-rickshaws equipped with ice boxes for direct fish selling.

Benefits:
Tangible Benefits:
Project Cost: ₹3,00,000/- per unit (for purchasing a three-wheeler e-rickshaw equipped with an ice-box for selling fish.)
Subsidy will be limited to 40% of the project cost for the General Category of beneficiaries.
Subsidy will be limited to 60% of the project cost for Weaker sections/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Women and their co-operatives of beneficiaries.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
   1. The applicant should have a Parivar Pehchan Patra.
   1. The applicant should ensure that the fish transport facility (e-rickshaw) is maintained in working condition.
   1. The applicant is eligible to purchase only one new three-wheeler e-rickshaw with an ice box for fisheries activities under this scheme.
   1. The applicant should agree that neither the Central Government nor the State Government shall be held responsible for any financial or operational losses incurred in the procurement, operation, maintenance, or management of the fish transport facilities.
Khel Pratibha Puraskar
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme “Khel Pratibha Puraskar” by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to financially support and honour sportspersons from Gujarat who have earned medals at national and international levels by awarding them cash prizes between ₹10,000/- and ₹5,00,00,000/- depending on the level and nature of their sporting achievement. The scheme intends to inspire athletic excellence and acknowledge the hard work and dedication of Gujarat’s athletes on prestigious platforms.

Benefits:
 Cash Prize: 
An amount ranging from ₹10,000/- to ₹5,00,00,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a sportsperson.
  -  The applicant should have won a medal at a national or international level.
  - The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat or should be representing Gujarat officially in the sporting event.
Shilpi Gram Scheme (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe)
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The "Shilpi Gram Scheme (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe)" scheme was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to preserve, promote, and develop traditional artisan crafts among Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in Uttarakhand. Under this scheme, free skill development training, infrastructure development, raw material support, and marketing facilities are provided to SC/ST artisans in identified artisan villages.
> **Objectives:**


- To identify and revive traditional crafts as sustainable livelihood options.
- To categorize artisans into skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled and provide training accordingly.
- To create awareness, provide orientation training, and develop artisan skills.
- To promote new technologies and designs and set up raw material depots.
- To provide marketing support through exhibitions, fairs, and permanent haats.
- To collect baseline data for planning financial assistance, marketing, and welfare.

Benefits:
Free Skill Training:
Training is offered at three levels — awareness & orientation, basic training, and vocational training.
Infrastructure Support:
Development of artisan villages with electricity, water, roads, and common facilities.
Marketing Assistance:
Support for exhibitions, fairs, permanent haats, and promotion of Uttarakhand-branded craft products.
Raw Material Support:
Establishment of raw material depots like Wool Bank, Wood Bank.
Recognition & Awards:
Awards for outstanding artisans and participation in national/international fairs.
Exposure Visits:
Exposure tours to other states with advanced handicrafts.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe community.
1. The applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹1,05,600 in rural areas and ₹1,29,840 in urban areas.
New Swarnim Yojana (for women only) GNTDNT
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "New Swarnim Yojana (For Women Only)" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to empower women of nomadic and denotified castes living below the poverty line to achieve economic upliftment by getting self-employment with dignity. Under this scheme, women beneficiaries will be able to do business/occupation of their choice. The Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation implement the scheme.

Benefits:
The maximum loan limit is up to ₹2,00,000/-.
The interest rate will be 5% per annum.
Under this scheme, 100% loan of the business/occupation amount is provided.
The loan amount will consist of 95% National Corporation contribution, 5% State Government contribution and zero beneficiary contribution.

Repayment:
 The loan amount, including interest, will have to be repaid in 60 equal monthly instalments.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a woman from a nomadic or denotified caste.
1. The applicant's family annual income limit for income eligibility will be up to ₹3,00,000/- (with effect from 1/4/2018).
1. The applicant's age should be at least 21 years and not more than 50 years as on the date of application.
1. The applicant must have experience in a technical and skilled trade/business. > **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**

> At least 50% of the total loan amount will be allocated for families having an annual income of up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Education Loan Scheme for Backward Classes Haryana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme "Education Loan Scheme for Backward Classes" by the Haryana Backwards Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam, Government of Haryana, aims to provide education loans to members of Backward Classes for pursuing professional and technical education at the graduate and higher levels. Through this scheme, education loans are provided to eligible Backward Classes students to help them pursue professional and technical courses. The scheme is implemented by the Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam.

Benefits:
Education loan for pursuing professional and technical education at the graduate and higher levels.
The maximum loan amount provided is ₹15,00,000/- for studies in India.
The maximum loan amount provided is ₹20,00,000/- for studies abroad.
The interest rate is 4% per annum.
For girl students, the interest rate is 3.5% per annum.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be between 18 to 55 years of age.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Haryana.
1. The annual family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹3,00,000/- in both rural and urban areas.
1. The applicant should belong to Backward Classes.
1. The applicant should have obtained admission for any professional and technical courses approved by an appropriate agency, such as AICTE, Medical Council of India, UGC, etc., in a duly accredited/recognised institute.
1. The applicant should have a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying exam, i.e., the exam whose qualification is a prerequisite for the course.
1. The applicant should have a Pariwar Pehchan Patra (PPP ID).
Free Medical Assistance (Gujarat)
Category: Health & Wellness
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Free Medical Assistance" by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance for expensive medical treatments to people of Scheduled Tribes. Through this scheme, monetary aid is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals suffering from diseases like tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, HIV/AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia, as well as for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.

Benefits:
Financial assistance is provided to Scheduled Tribe individuals for medical treatment. The revised rates, effective from April 1, 2024, are as follows:

S. No.
Name Of Disease
Current rate of assistance
Proposed Rate of Assistance
A Type:
1
In Serve Cases Of Labour
₹500/- per case
₹2,000/- per case
2
For Female Genital Mutilation
₹150/- per case
₹2,000/- per case
3
Decay
₹500/- every month until the pain is gone
₹2,000/- every month until the pain subsides
4
Leprosy
₹800/- per month until the pain is gone
₹2,000/- every month until the pain subsides
B Type:
1
Cancer
Until then, ₹1,000/- per month will cure the pain.
₹2,500/- every month until the pain subsides
2
For AIDS
₹1,000/- every month until the pain subsides
₹2,500/- every month until the pain subsides
3
Sickle cell anaemia
₹500/- every month until the pain is gone
₹2,500/- every month until the pain subsides
4
Thalassemia
₹500/- per patient every month until the pain is relieved.
₹2,500/- per patient every month until the pain is relieved.

Mode of Disbursement: 
The financial assistance will be disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). For HIV/AIDS patients, the payment will be made by cheque.
Frequency of Disbursement:
 Monthly until the patient recovers from tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, AIDS, sickle cell anaemia, and thalassemia. Per case for serious maternity cases and anaemia in women.
Validity:
 The assistance is provided until the patient recovers from specified diseases.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should belong to Gujarat.
- The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe.
- The applicant's family income must be less than or equal to ₹6,00,000/-.
- For HIV/AIDS patients, the annual income limit is ₹27,000/- for rural areas and ₹35,000/- for urban areas.
Gujarat Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Standard 1st to 10th
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Gujarat Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for Standard 1st to 10th" by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance for educational development to Scheduled Tribe students studying in Classes 1st to 10th. Through this scheme, scholarships are annually provided to boys, girls, and extremely backward students from Classes 1st to 10th.

Benefits:
The scheme provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships. The amounts are as follows:
For Boys
Class 1 to Class 8: Annual scholarship of ₹750/-.
Class 9 to Class 10: Annual scholarship of ₹1,000/-.
For Girls
Class 1 to Class 5: Annual scholarship of ₹750/-.
Class 6 to Class 10: Annual scholarship of ₹1,000/-.
For Extremely Backwards Students
Class 1 to Class 8: Annual scholarship of ₹1,000/-.
Class 9 to Class 10: Annual scholarship of ₹1,500/-.

Mode of Disbursement:
 
The benefits to the beneficiaries will be disbursed through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method. 
Frequency of Disbursement:
 
The scholarship is provided annually.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to Gujarat.
1. The applicant must be a Scheduled Tribe student.
1. The applicant must be studying in Class 1st to 10th.
"Orthodox or Specialty Tea Production Subsidy" under the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme"
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
Launched in 2020, the scheme "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme (ATISIS)" by the Finance (Institutional Finance) Department, Government of Assam, aims to ensure long-term financial sustainability of the Tea industry and to incentivize manufacturers to move from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea production. The scheme is implemented by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Assam, through multiple implementing agencies, including banks and the District Industries & Commerce Centre. The applications for this scheme are accepted online through a dedicated portal with a Direct Benefit Transfer mechanism for reimbursement.

Benefits:
Benefit Amount:
 ₹10/- per kilogram for Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple Tea, Yellow tea, or other Specialty tea
Special Rate:
 ₹12/- per kilogram for applications of Financial Year 2023-24 only (tea production year 2022-23).
Validity Period:
 Extended from Financial Year 2023-24 to 2027-28.
Disbursement Mode:
 Direct Benefit Transfer as reimbursement.
Claim Deadline:
 Latest by 30th June on completion of every financial year.
Additional Benefit:
 Provided in addition to any other subsidy claimed from the Tea Board of India or any other agency.


Eligibility Criteria:
**General Eligibility**

- The applicant must be a tea plantation across all sizes
- The applicant must be a tea manufacturing unit manufacturing Crush, Tear, Curl Tea, Orthodox Tea, or Speciality tea including Green tea, Oolong Tea, White tea, Yellow tea and Purple tea
- The applicant must be located entirely in Assam
- The applicant must not have any part of the plantation or manufacturing facility located outside the State of Assam **Production Subsidy Specific Eligibility**

- The applicant must be manufacturing Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple Tea, Yellow tea or other Speciality tea (not manufactured through Crush, Tear, Curl process).
- The applicant must have started production on or after 1st of April, 2020.
Artist Honor (Gaurav Award)
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Artist Honor (Gaurav Award)” scheme is implemented by the Gujarat State Lalit Kala Academy under the Sports, Youth and Culture Activities Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to recognize and honor artists who have made a lifetime contribution in the field of fine arts, specifically in painting, sculpture, and graphic arts, and have achieved outstanding accomplishments.
Every year, a total of nine (9) artists are honored under this scheme, three in painting, three in sculpture, and three in graphic arts with the Gaurav Award. This award has been conferred annually since 1964-65.

Benefits:
Award Details:
Cash prize of ₹51,000/- per artist.
Copper plate, citation, and shawl presented during the award ceremony.
Exhibition of artworks held for 5–7 days at Ravishankar Raval Kala Bhavan, Ahmedabad.
Catalogue publication of Gaurav Award-winning artists and their art.
Number of Awards:
Total of 9 artists are honored every year.
3 in painting, 3 in sculpture, and 3 in graphic arts.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The artist must be a resident of the State of Gujarat.
   1. The artist must be associated with the field of fine arts, specifically in Painting, Sculpture or Graphic Arts.
   1. The artist must have made a lifetime contribution in their respective field.
   1. The artist should have achieved outstanding accomplishments or the highest level of recognition in their art form.
   1. The applicant must be active in the art community and have a recognized body of work.
Scheme to Provide Stipend to the Persons With Disabilities of the State for Poultry Training
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Scheme to Provide Stipend to the Persons With Disabilities of the State for Poultry Training&quot; by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance and capacity building to physically disabled individuals of the state by equipping them with poultry rearing skills. Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive a stipend of ₹2,000/- for participating in a 7-day training session on poultry farming conducted by the Intensive Poultry Development Unit. The initiative is designed to enhance income opportunities and livelihood development for the physically disabled population across Gujarat.

Benefits:
Stipend Amount:
 ₹2,000/- per beneficiary.




Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant should be a person with physical disabilities, holding a valid PH Identity Card.
  - The applicant should express interest in poultry rearing and be willing to attend the full 7-day training session.
Scholarships and Stipends
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Scholarships and Stipends&quot; by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to promote excellence in sports by offering financial support to individuals who have represented the state at national-level events and have won medals. This initiative is designed to reduce the financial burden on athletes and to recognize their achievements at the national level, thereby motivating them to continue their athletic pursuits and strive for excellence. The scheme is implemented by the Sports Authority of Gujarat.

Benefits:
Scholarships:
 ₹2,500/- per player is awarded to athletes who have won medals at the national level.
Stipends:
 ₹2,000/- per player is awarded to athletes who have participated at the national level, irrespective of winning.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant should be a male.
  - The applicant should have participated in a national-level sports event.
  - The applicant should have won a medal at the national level to be eligible for the scholarship.
Scheme of Awarding Eklavya Award, Sardar Patel Award and Jaidipsinhji Awardj
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme of awarding Eklavya Award, Sardar Patel Award and Jaidipsinhji Award&quot; by the Sports, Youth, and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to recognize and incentivize the outstanding achievements of sportspersons by providing financial rewards across senior and junior categories based on their performances at state, national, and international levels. The scheme is implemented by the Sports Authority of Gujarat.
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Benefits:
Eklavya Senior Award:
 ₹1,00,000/-.
Eklavya Junior Award:
 ₹50,000/-.
Sardar Patel Senior Award
: ₹50,000/-.
Sardar Patel Junior Award:
 ₹25,000/-.
Jaidipsinhji Senior Award:
 ₹20,000/-.
Jaidipsinhji Junior Award:
 ₹10,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a male
   1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must have made notable achievements in sports at the state, national, or international level.