pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Mukhyamantri Hunar Vikas Yojana- Self-Employment/Business
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The &quot;Mukhyamantri Hunar Vikas Yojana – Self-Employment/Business&quot; was launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan with the objective of providing financial assistance to beneficiary boys and girls under the State Government’s Palanhar Scheme to help them establish their own self-employment ventures or businesses after completing their training. The scheme aims to create employment opportunities and ensure a dignified livelihood for these beneficiaries upon the completion of their training.
Under this scheme, the State Government provides financial assistance to eligible boys and girls in two installments: 60% of the total sanctioned amount is disbursed in the first installment, and the remaining 40% in the second installment. The assistance is specifically for setting up self-employment or business activities related to the training course completed by the beneficiary.
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Rajasthan, at the state level and by the Deputy Director/Assistant Director, Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, at the district level.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
Financial assistance up to ₹50,000 or the actual/estimated cost, whichever is lower, to establish self-employment/business.
Payment Disbursed in Two Installments
First Installment: 60% for establishing the necessary shop/location or purchasing equipment, raw materials, etc.
Second Installment: After establishing, the remaining 40% amount will be paid based on the inspection report by the officer appointed by the District Collector. 
Mode of Disbursement:
The financial assistance is directly deposited into the beneficiary's bank savings account. 

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a beneficiary under the Palanhar Scheme of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should have completed skill training under the scheme.
1. The applicant’s age should be 21 years or above.
1. The applicant should be registered their business through Udyam Aadhaar Portal is required for self-employment assistance.
To Provide Interest Subvention to Fishermen of the State at the Rate of 4% to the Beneficiaries Kishan Credit Card
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;To Provide Interest Subvention to Fishermen of the State at the Rate of 4% to the Beneficiaries Kishan Credit Card&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide interest subvention to fishermen who avail short-term loans under the Kisan Credit Card scheme. If the loan is repaid on time, the beneficiaries receive a 4% interest relief, which helps reduce their financial burden and support sustainable fisheries-based livelihoods. The benefit can be claimed once per financial year.

Benefits:
Name of Component	
Standard of Assistance	
Minimum Time Limit (in Year) for Reclaiming Benefits)
To provide interest subvention to fishermen of the state at the rate of 4% to the beneficiaries Kishan Credit Card.
4% interest subvention on timely repayment of short-term loans taken by animal husbandry up to ₹2,00,000/-.
only once in a financial year

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a fisherman.
1. The applicant must have taken a short-term loan from any of the following during the financial year:

  - Primary Agricultural Credit Cooperative Society
  - District Central Cooperative Bank
  - Nationalized Bank
  - Gramin Bank
  - Private Bank

1. The applicant must have repaid the loan on time.
State Art Exhibition (Student Category)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
The "State Art Exhibition (Student Category)" is an annual event organized by the Art, Culture and Museums Department, Government of Goa, to promote and encourage creativity in the visual arts field among local students. Kala Academy Goa annually organises the State Art Exhibition. The Exhibition is held under the promotion activity in the field of Visual Art with the view to encourage the local students and extend an opportunity to show their creative talents, as well as, to provide a facility for the general public to see, appreciate and enjoy the various modes of expressions. The Kala Academy endeavours to develop an atmosphere wherein student can express his/her feelings and ideas through the different media
The State Art Exhibition will provide a glimpse into the latest works of the students. Goan Fine Art student are invited to contribute their works to different categories of the visual art namely
> **Section -1 : Painting & Graphic Print**


Consists of drawing and paintings, executed oil, water colours, inks, crayons or mix media collage and graphic prints.

> **Section -2 : Applied Art & Graphic Design**


Consists of Graphic design of visual communication, original or printed work in Applied Art & Creative Photography.

> **Section -3 : Sculpture**


Consists of work in stone, terra-cotta, metal, wood, marble, plastic and fibre glass etc. (works of clay, glass & other easily breakable material are not accepted)

Benefits:
Three main prizes will be awarded in each section/category:
1st Prize: ₹10,000/-
2nd Prize: ₹7,000/-
3rd Prize: ₹5,000/-

Special Prizes:
Ravji V. Gaunekar Memorial Prize by The Goa Hindu Association: ₹1,000/-
Artist to Artist Award by Smt. Prafulla Dahanukar: ₹15,000/-
Late Hanuman B. Neogi Memorial Prize: ₹1,000/-

Eligibility Criteria:
1. A participant must be a bona fide student of any recognised art college or institution, studying one or more of the subjects in the exhibition sections. 
1. If an art student submits their entry in the Student Category, they are not eligible to participate in the Artist Category. 
1. Submission must include an official bonafide certificate from the student's institution; entries without it will not be accepted. 
1. Declarations for Originality and Prior Exhibits

  - Each exhibit must be the student’s original work, neither a copy nor an imitation. A declaration to this effect must appear on the back of each entry.
  - If the work has previously won an award or been displayed in prior exhibitions by Kala Academy or any other institution, it will not be accepted, and a declaration to that effect must also be submitted. 

1. Award Winners' Restriction for Next Year
1. A participant who receives an award in a given year is not eligible to receive an award in the same section in the following year
All Goa Classical Dance Competition
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
The scheme "All Goa Classical Dance Competition" by the Art, Culture and Museums Department, Goa, is open for Bharatnatyam and Kathak disciplines. Only solo dance will be considered for the competition. Costumes and accompanists are to be arranged by the participants at their own cost. Local students in the age group of 12 and 20 years can participate.

Benefits:
1st Prize: ₹5,000/-, 2nd Prize: ₹3,000/-, 3rd Prize: ₹2,000/-, Five Consolation Prizes: ₹500/- each.
Each participant will receive ₹500/- (lump sum) towards travel expenses, along with one accompanist.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a local student.
- The applicant should be between 12 and 20 years of age.
Mahila Bakri Palan
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Women and Child, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;Mahila Bakri Palan&quot; was introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to empower women, especially abandoned, widowed, destitute, single, and disaster-affected women, by providing them support for goat rearing to generate livelihood and improve household income.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, one unit of goats (3 females and 1 male) aged 12 to 18 months is provided to eligible women. The entire cost of the scheme, ₹35,000, is borne by the State Government.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be a woman.
1. The applicant must be from one of the following categories:


- Abandoned
- Widow
- Destitute
- Single woman
- Disaster-affected woman
Assistance of Concentrate Feed After Parturition (General Category)
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Assistance of Concentrate Feed After Parturition (General Category)&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, is designed to support livestock owners during the critical post-parturition period, one month after delivery. This time is crucial for the health of the mother cattle and the calf. Under the scheme, 150 kg of BIS Type II concentrate feed is provided free of cost to livestock owners belonging to the General Category.

Benefits:

Name of Component
Standard of assistance
Remarks
Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits
Concentrate Feed
 150 kg BIS type II Concentrate feed per beneficiary
100% assistance
Every year


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a livestock owner.
1. The applicant must belong to the General Category.
1. The animal must have recently calved (given birth).
Free Scooty Distribution for Girls (GEN-CATEGAORY-EWS)
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The "Free Scooty Distribution for Girls" scheme was launched by the Secondary Education Department, Government of Rajasthan in the year 2017-18, aims to encourage meritorious girl students belonging to the economically weaker section of the general category in the state. Under this scheme, meritorious girl students from government and private schools who have scored 85% or above in the Class 10th and 12th (Arts, Commerce, Science streams) examinations are provided with a free scooty, along with a helmet and petrol.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, Eligible girl students will receive a scooty, a helmet, and 2 liters of petrol.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should be a girl student. 
1. The applicant should belong to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) of General Category. 
1. The applicant's family annual income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
1. The applicant should have studied in a government or private school in Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should have secured at least 85% marks in class 10th or 12th.
Mahila Adhikarita Yojana (Gujarat Safai Kamdar Development Corporation)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
&quot;Mahila Adhikarita Yojana&quot; introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat, is a centrally sponsored financial support scheme targeting women sweepers and their dependents. Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries are provided a loan of ₹20,000 at a low interest rate of 5%, with a repayment period of 5 years. This initiative aims to empower women engaged in sanitation work by providing them with the financial means to pursue economic activities and improve their quality of life. The scheme is being implemented by the Gujarat Safai Kamdar Development Corporation.

Benefits:
Loan Assistance: 
An amount of ₹20,000/- at 5% interest rate, with a repayment period of 5 years.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a woman sweeper or a dependent of a woman sweeper.
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
Operation of Ashram Hostels
Category: Education & Learning, Housing & Shelter
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The scheme &quot;Operation of Ashram Hostels&quot; was launched by the Department of Tribal Area Development, Government of Rajasthan. It aims to ensure continued education for tribal students who lack access to nearby higher-level schools due to the poor economic condition of their families. Under this scheme, free accommodation, nutritious meals, educational materials, uniforms, personal hygiene items, and other facilities are provided to Scheduled Tribe (ST) students residing in ashram hostels operated by the Tribal Area Development Department.

Benefits:
Students are provided with the following annually and monthly benefits:
Annually (per student):
School uniform with stitching
Shoes, socks, towel, and warm sweater
Monthly (per student):
Nutritious breakfast and meals
Hair oil
Bathing and washing soap
Hair cutting service
Laundry for bed linen (sheet, pillow cover, blanket)
Electricity and water facilities
Newspapers and magazines

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe community.
   1. Scheduled Tribe students are eligible if there is no primary school within 1.5 km, no upper primary school within 3 km, and no secondary/higher secondary school within 5 km of their residence.
   1. The parents/guardians should not be an income tax payee.
   1. The applicant&#39;s family should not own more than 400 square yards of urban land.
   1. The applicant&#39;s family should not own more than 15 bighas of agricultural land.
   1. The student should pass the current academic year to continue enrollment in the next year.
   1. The student should be a resident of the same district in which the hostel application has been made.

**Notes:**

  - All new admissions will be made on the basis of merit.
  - Admission to hostels in specific tribal areas will be given only to tribal students belonging to the same area.
  - Re-admission in the next academic year will be granted only if the student passes the annual examination.
Prakashan Sahayata Yojana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The scheme &quot;Prakashan Sahayata Yojana&quot; was launched by the Department of Tribal Area Development, Government of Rajasthan in year 2000. It aims to promote and support original literary and research work related to tribal communities by offering publication assistance. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to scheduled tribe authors for publishing their original literature / manuscripts / research work with reputed publishers. This scheme encourages documenting and disseminating tribal knowledge, culture, and issues by supporting tribal scholars and writers.

Benefits:
Monetary Assistance:
Authors of original manuscripts or research work related to tribal subjects receive financial support ranging from ₹6,000/- to ₹12,000/- for publication through reputed publishers.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be native of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should be an author and belong to the Scheduled Tribe community.
1. The manuscript/research work/literature should be related to Scheduled Tribes and should be an original creation by the author.
1. The manuscript should be unpublished and original in nature.
Financial Assistance Scheme for Journalists and Litterateurs - Rajasthan
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The &quot;Financial Assistance Scheme for Journalists and Litterateurs&quot; scheme was launched by the Department of Information &amp; Public Relations (DIPR), Government of Rajasthan. The scheme aims to provide financial support to journalists and litterateurs for the treatment of critical illnesses, medical emergencies and no source of income. The scheme is implemented by a committee constituted by the state government and managed under the Rajasthan Journalist and Litterateur Welfare Fund.
> **Under the scheme, illness covers:**

Cancer, leprosy, valve replacement, angioplasty, bypass surgery, kidney transplant, brain stroke (brain and neurological diseases), epileptic seizures, severe injury in an accident, severe infectious diseases - brain infection, lung infection/pneumonia, severe infection in other organs of the body, general surgery - (hernia, appendix, stones in kidney and gall bladder), pregnancy (cesarean) and serious gynecological diseases, diseases related to excessive bleeding, paralysis/palsy, asthma, Alzheimer&#39;s, COVID-19, thyroid, etc.

Benefits:
Monetary Assistance for Medical Treatment:
Up to ₹1,00,000/- for treatment of critical diseases (e.g., cancer, bypass surgery, kidney transplant, brain stroke, etc.).
In special cases, the committee may approve up to ₹2,00,000/-.
Monthly Financial Assistance:
₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per month for a maximum of one year to unemployed journalists or those without income due to illness or old age.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should be a journalist or litterateur.
1. The journalist or litterateur should meet one or more of the following criteria:


- Suffering from incurable diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, or requiring treatment for serious conditions like valve replacement, transplantation, angioplasty, bypass surgery, or kidney-related ailments.
- Unemployed due to ill health and without any other source of income.
- Aged 60 years or above and having no other source of income.
- Eligible on any other humanitarian grounds as recommended by the designated Committee.

**Note:** Financial assistance will be given to only one person at a time.
Scheme of Production of Domestic Indigenous Certified Seed of Cotton Varieties
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme of Production of Domestic Indigenous Certified Seed of Cotton Varieties&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat,  aims to promote the cultivation and production of local cotton seed varieties across Gujarat. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive financial assistance of ₹750/- per quintal for certified seeds, as approved by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency.

Benefits:
An amount of 750/- per quintal (for foundation and certified seeds certified by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency).

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a farmer.
  - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant should be involved in producing certified or foundation cotton seeds.
Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan
Category: Travel & Tourism
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The "Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra" scheme was introduced by the Devasthan Department, Government of Rajasthan, on 1st April 2011. The objective of this scheme is to provide financial support to residents of Rajasthan who successfully complete the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000/- is granted to each pilgrim, with a maximum of 100 beneficiaries selected per year.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance
 
₹1,00,000 per selected pilgrim after completing the Yatra.
Mode of Disbursement
Direct transfer to the beneficiary’s bank account via account payee cheque/demand draft, depending on departmental discretion.
Note:
The Yatra must be completed through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
The benefit is available only once in a lifetime.
A maximum of 100 beneficiaries per year.
Selection via lottery if applications exceed the quota.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
   1. The applicant should have successfully completed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
   1. The applicant receives this grant only once in a lifetime.

**Note 1:** 100 pilgrims are selected each year. If there are more applicants than available slots, selection is done through a lottery system.
**Note 2:** After completing the trip, a certificate from the Ministry of External Affairs confirming the successful completion of the journey is required.
Mukhyamantri Uchcha Shiksha Shodh Protsahan Yojana
Category: Science, IT & Communications, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;Mukhyamantri Uchcha Shiksha Shodh Protsahan Yojana&quot; was launched by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote high-quality, interdisciplinary research in higher education institutions across the state. The broad subject areas for research include Science, Arts and Humanities, Home Science, and Commerce &amp; Management, while proposals in interdisciplinary subject areas are also encouraged.

Benefits:
The maximum research grant provided by the state government is ₹15 lakh, which may be increased up to ₹18 lakh in special circumstances.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The regular professors working in state government colleges and state university campuses of Uttarakhand, as well as students and research scholars enrolled in regular programs at recognized institutions within the state, are eligible to apply.
   1. A research proposal may also include a co-investigator alongside the principal investigator.
   1. The broad subject areas for research include Science, Arts and Humanities, Home Science, and Commerce &amp; Management, while interdisciplinary subjects will also be accepted. 
   1. Research related to the state that proves to be productive and useful in social, economic, contemporary, or other areas of special importance will be encouraged. 
   1. Priority will be given to problem-oriented, solution-driven, and action-based research topics (Problem and Action-Based Research Programme).
   1. Research proposals may also be invited based on requests for specific issues raised by any department of the state government. 
   1. A maximum period of two years will be allowed for completing the research work, which may be extended by one additional year under special circumstances.
   1. Only one research project will be permitted for any teacher or research scholar at a time.
Financial Assistance to SC Students Appearing in the Mains Examination of UPSC
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Assam

Details:
The 'Financial Assistance to SC students appearing in the Mains Examination of UPSC' scheme, administered by the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, Government of Assam, is designed to provide financial grants to Scheduled Caste (SC) students who qualify for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Mains Examination. Each eligible beneficiary will receive an amount of up to ₹50,000/-, subject to budgetary provisions. The disbursement of assistance is contingent upon the applicant satisfying the stipulated eligibility criteria and the successful submission of required documentation. **The applications will be accepted through the myScheme platform from 04/07/2025 to 31/10/2025.**
***A DigiLocker account is required for application. Please refer to the Application Process section for details.***

Benefits:
An amount of up to ₹50,000/- is provided to each beneficiary, subject to budget provision.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have recently qualified for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant's parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.
Uniform Assistance for Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes Castes students Studying in Class 1st to 8th
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Uniform Assistance for Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes Castes students Studying in Class 1st to 8th&quot; by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support students from Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes Castes by reducing the burden of education-related expenses and promoting school attendance. The scheme ensures that eligible students from Classes 1st to 8th studying in government and aided schools receive ₹900/- for three pairs of school uniforms annually, enhancing their dignity and inclusion in the school environment.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 ₹900/- is provided to each eligible student for the purchase of three pairs of school uniforms.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a student.
  - The applicant should belong to the state of Gujarat.
  - The applicant should be studying in Class 1st to Class 8th.
  - The applicant should be enrolled in a government or government-aided primary school.
  - The applicant should belong to the Notified Tribes and Denotified Tribes Castes.
Free Training for Vehicle Drivers
Category: Skills & Employment, Transport & Infrastructure
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Free Training for Vehicle Drivers” was introduced by the Transport Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to improve the driving skills and employability of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates by providing free, high-quality driving training, thereby reducing road accidents and promoting self-employment opportunities.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, training will be provided to vehicle drivers to enhance their driving skills, which will help reduce road accidents and enable them to pursue better self-employment opportunities.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
  - The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category.
Stipends to Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme “Stipends to Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes for Technical and Vocational Courses after SSC” by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat aims to promote inclusive education by financially supporting students from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes pursuing technical and vocational education after SSC. The initiative offers a stipend of ₹400/- per month to aid the academic progress and reduce the dropout rate among underprivileged youth. The scheme is implemented by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department. It specifically benefits those enrolled in professional or Government ITI courses and belonging to families with an annual income not exceeding ₹6,00,000/-.

Benefits:
Stipend: 
A monthly stipend of ₹400/- is given to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes students for one year of recognized professional and Government ITI courses.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant should belong to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes.
- The applicant should be a student who has passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination.
- The applicant should be enrolled in a recognized professional or Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) course.
- The applicant’s individual and family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- per annum.
Freeship less than ₹1,00,000 (UG students only) 
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
"Freeship Less than ₹1,00,000" Scheme by the Dean Student Welfare, Govind Ballabh Pant Krishi Evam Praudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya, Government of Uttarakhand, aims to provide financial assistance to meritorious undergraduate students from economically weaker backgrounds. Through this scheme, a full tuition fee waiver is granted to selected students whose annual family income is less than ₹1,00,000. The benefit is especially extended to girls for an additional academic year. The scheme is implemented by the Office of the Dean Student Welfare in accordance with university regulations. Applications are scrutinized and the final list is approved by university authorities.

Benefits:
Eligible students get a 100% tuition fee waiver.
Aims to reduce the financial burden on low-income families and encourage academic excellence.
The fee waiver is directly applied during fee processing.
Granted once every academic year, at the beginning of the session.
Disbursed after the final selection list is approved by the Registrar and Vice Chancellor.
Validity: 
        Boys: Up to 3 academic years
        Girls: Up to 4 academic years



Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be enrolled as an undergraduate student at Govind Ballabh Pant University.
- The applicant’s annual family income should be less than ₹1,00,000.
- The applicant must be among the best-performing students as per the university’s merit guidelines.
- The applicant must submit the application in the prescribed format within the deadline
APJ Abdul Kalam Scholarship
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Kerala

Details:
The A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Scholarship (APJAK) is administered by the Minority Welfare Department of Kerala for the academic year. This scholarship program aims to support students from various religious minority groups (Muslim, Christian (all denominations), Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi) in Kerala. The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Minority Welfare. > **Note:** The last date to apply for fresh applications is February 3, 2025.

Benefits:
Financial support of ₹6,000/- per annum for selected scholars.
The scholarship is intended for students pursuing three-year diploma courses in government, aided, or government-approved self-financing polytechnic institutions.

Frequency of Disbursement:
The scholarship is a one-time benefit.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Kerala.
1. The applicant must be a regular/scheduled student.
1. The applicant should belong to a religious minority community (Muslim, Christian (all denominations), Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi).
1. The applicant must be studying a three-year diploma course in a government, aided, or government-approved self-financing polytechnic institution.
1. The applicant must have secured admission in a merit seat in a government-approved self-financing polytechnic institution.
1. The applicant's family annual income should not exceed ₹8,00,000/- if from the APL (Above Poverty Line) category.
1. The applicant can be a second-year or third-year student.
1. The applicant must have an account in their own name in any nationalised bank or scheduled bank. > **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**



  - BPL (Below Poverty Line) category applicants will be given preference.
  - 30% of the scholarships are reserved for girls. If the specified percentage of girls is not met, eligible boys will also be considered for the scholarship.
  - The selection of minority students is based on family annual income and marks, proportionate to the population.
PMMSY: Inputs for Saline /Alkaline Water Aquaculture - Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Inputs for Saline /Alkaline Water Aquaculture, introduced by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, aims to provide input cost subsidy for saline/alkaline water aquaculture in newly created water bodies. This centrally sponsored scheme is jointly funded 50% by the Central Government and 50% by the State Government. It supports input costs for the initial crop in new ponds/tanks, encouraging fish and shrimp culture in Haryana.

Benefits:
The project cost is ₹6,00,000/- per hectare.
Subsidy Distribution:
40% of the project cost for General Category beneficiaries
60% of the project cost for SC/Women beneficiaries

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must have a valid Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
1. The applicant must create new water bodies under the scheme to receive input cost subsidy.
1. The applicant will receive central assistance for input costs only for the initial crop in newly constructed ponds/tanks.
1. The applicant must ensure the ponds/tanks are fully ready for fish or shrimp culture before claiming input cost assistance.
1. The applicant may also use land on a long-term registered lease, provided the lease period is at least 7 years.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Establishment of Backyard mini RAS Units - Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The “Establishment of Backyard Mini RAS Units” 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, aims to promote the setup of Mini Recirculatory Aquaculture System (RAS) units to enhance fish production and livelihood opportunities. Under this scheme, financial assistance in the form of subsidies is provided to eligible beneficiaries for establishing these units. Various surface and groundwater sources such as canals, rivers, springs, open wells, and tube wells can be utilized for operating RAS units.

Benefits:
Project cost: ₹50,000/- per unit
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.
Note: 
General Category:
 Ratio 16% State Share, 24% Central Share and 60% Beneficiary Share.
Weaker sections/Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Women and their co-operatives: 
Ratio 24% State Share, 36% Central Share, 40% Beneficiary Share.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
   1. The applicant should have a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).
   1. The applicant should provide documentary evidence of the availability of the requisite land free from all encumbrances, financial resources, necessary clearances/permissions.
   1. The water source for RAS units can be any surface or groundwater source, such as a canal, river, spring, open well, tube well, or ground well.
   1. The applicant should ensure that post-construction operation, management, and maintenance of the RAS will be carried out in a satisfactory manner by the beneficiaries at their own cost.
   1. The infrastructure created should have essential requirements for RAS, including water treatment units.
   1. The projects having land on a 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 10 years.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-yojana (PM-MKSSY): COMPONENT 1B: One-Time Incentive for the Adoption of Aquaculture Insurance
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and Dairying

Details:
The scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana" is a Central Sector Sub-scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). It is administered by the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. The scheme aims to formalise the fisheries sector and incentivise fisheries-based microenterprises and entrepreneurs to access institutional finance. 
Under Component 1B, the scheme provides a one-time incentive to eligible applicants who have availed institutional credit for fisheries-related activities. The objective is to encourage formal credit adoption and support the repayment capacity of fisheries microenterprises. To be eligible, the applicant must be registered on the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP) and must have availed credit through a recognised financial institution. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Fisheries through the NFDP, and the application process is online.

Benefits:
Financial assistance is provided as a one-time incentive to applicants who have successfully availed institutional credit for fisheries and aquaculture-related activities.
Frequency of Disbursement
The incentive is one-time and non-recurring.
The incentive can only be availed once per eligible activity and applicant, and no repeated claims are permitted under Component 1-B.
Criteria for Disbursement
The incentive is not linked to any performance benchmarks beyond initial loan sanction and disbursement.
Funds are released after successful validation and approval of the application by the Project Management Unit (PMU), Department of Fisheries.
Mode of Disbursement
The incentive is transferred directly to the verified bank account of the beneficiary through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a fisheries microenterprise or an individual engaged in fisheries or aquaculture-related activities.
- The applicant must be registered on the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP).
- The applicant must have availed institutional credit from a recognised financial institution.
- The applicant must possess a valid Aadhaar-seeded bank account for DBT purposes.
- The applicant must submit documentary proof of loan sanction and disbursement.
- The applicant must consent to the verification and validation process undertaken by the Department of Fisheries.
Intensive Fisheries Development Programme - Subsidy on Solar System for fish/shrimp culture
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme &quot;Subsidy on Solar System for Fish/Shrimp Culture&quot; is a component of the Intensive Fisheries Development Programme, implemented by the Fisheries Department, Government of Haryana. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to fish and shrimp farmers for the purchase/installation of solar systems. Under this scheme, subsidies for solar systems are offered to farmers who cultivate fish or shrimp on a minimum area of 2.5 acres. The subsidy benefit is granted only once per beneficiary for a single unit.

Benefits:
A subsidy of 60% on the total project cost amounting to ₹50,000 per kilowatt (KW) or a subsidy amount of ₹30,000 per KW, whichever is less, is provided.
The maximum limit for this subsidy is 30 KW for shrimp farmers.
The maximum limit for this subsidy is 10 KW for fish farmers.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should have a Parivar Pehchaan Patra (PPP).
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Haryana.
1. The applicant's age should be a minimum of 18 years.
1. The applicant should not be a government or semi-government employee.
1. A minimum of 2.5-acre area is required for fish/shrimp culture. 

> **Note:** The benefit/subsidy will be provided only once to a beneficiary on a single unit.
PMMSY: Installation of Cages in Reservoirs Scheme - Haryana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The "Installation of Cages in Reservoirs Scheme" was launched by the Ministry Of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, under the umbrella scheme "Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana". It aims to promote sustainable aquaculture practices by supporting cage fish farming in water bodies. Under this scheme, a grant of ₹3,00,000/- per unit to the individuals and groups for setting up cage fish farms, thereby encouraging entrepreneurship, increasing fish production, and generating employment.

Benefits:
Grant Amount:
₹3,00,000/- per unit (per cage).
Grant Proportion:
40% of unit cost for General Category beneficiaries.
60% of unit cost for Scheduled Caste/Women beneficiaries.
Cage Limit for Assistance:
Up to 5 cages for individual farmers.
Up to 20 cages for registered cooperative societies/self-help groups/joint liability groups (with at least 10 members).


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be an individual farmer, cooperative society, self-help group, or joint liability group. 
1. The cooperative society, self-help group, or joint liability group having a minimum of 10 members. 
1. The applicant must possess a Family Identity Card (Parivar Pehchan Patra).
1. The applicant must obtain prior permission from the Government of Haryana and competent authorities.
1. The cage location must have year-round water availability and a minimum of 8 meters depth.
1. The applicant should take government permission for rearing exotic fish species.
Coaching Scheme for Divyang Students
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;Coaching Scheme for Divyang Students&quot; by the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Visual Disabilities (NIEPVD), Dehradun, aims to empower students with benchmark disabilities by supporting their preparation for competitive exams such as SSC, RRB, Banking, Insurance, and UPSC. Through this scheme, free coaching, book allowance, transport/hostel allowance, disability and other allowances are provided to eligible candidates. The scheme is implemented by NIEPVD.

Benefits:
Financial Allowances:
Coaching fees.
Transport or hostel allowance.
Disability allowance.
Book allowance.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a student with a benchmark disability (40% or more) as defined.
- The applicant must hold a valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority.
- The applicant must possess a Unique Disability ID (UDID).
- The applicant must have an Aadhaar number or Aadhaar enrollment number.
- The total annual family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹8,00,000/-.
New Akanksha Scheme (Educational Loan) (GNDTDC)
Category: Education & Learning, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;New Akanksha Scheme (Educational Loan)&quot; is implemented by the Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation (GNDTDC) under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, educational loans are provided to students belonging to Nomadic and Denotified Tribes communities for pursuing higher professional and technical education at the graduate and postgraduate levels.

Benefits:
1. Loan Amount:
 The maximum loan limit for this scheme is up to ₹10,00,000/-.
2. Included Expenses:
 The loan amount will include the following:
Admission and tuition fees
Expenses for books, uniforms, essential materials, and exam fees
Accommodation and food expenses
Insurance – Policy premium
3. Interest Rate:
 
4% per annum for male students
3.5% per annum for female students
4. Contribution: 
90% contribution from the Central Corporation,
5% from the State Government,
5% from the beneficiary
5. Repayment Period: 
The loan will have to be repaid in 60 equal monthly installments including interest. 
The loan will be recovered within 6 months of completion of the course or upon getting a job, whichever is earlier.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should belong to the Nomadic Tribe or Denotified Tribe.
1. The applicant's family's annual income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should be pursuing one of the following courses:


- MBA or its equivalent (AICTE-approved course)
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications) or its equivalent (AICTE-approved course)
- Graduate-level engineering course approved by IIT/AICTE or any other approved professional graduate-level course
- Graduate-level medical course from a college recognized by the Medical Council of India
- Diploma course in Nursing

**Note:** At least 50% of the total loan amount will be allocated for families having an annual income of up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Small Business Scheme (Gujarat Gopalak Vikas Nigam)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Small Business Scheme" by the Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support small businesses. Through this scheme, individual loans at an annual interest rate are provided to individuals from the SEBC Rabari and Bharwad communities for establishing businesses such as grocery shops, dairy parlours, animal food sales centres, and mobile-computer repair shops. Gujarat Gopalak Vikas Nigam implements the scheme.

Benefits:
The maximum loan limit is ₹2,00,000/- per individual.
The interest rate is 6% per annum.
The loan amount disbursed is 95% of the total project cost.
The beneficiary Contribution is 5% of the total project cost.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Rabari and Bharwad castes from the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
1. The applicant's age should be between 21 and 45 years.
1. The applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
District Level Sports School
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
Launched in 2013-14, the scheme &quot;District Level Sports School&quot; by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide intensive sports training and quality education to young athletes by establishing district-level sports schools under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The scheme seeks to identify sporting talent from events such as Khel Mahakumbh and train them using modern infrastructure, scientific methods, expert coaching, and proper nutrition, while ensuring access to formal school education. The initiative began with 9 schools (6 residential and 3 non-residential), and expanded to 24 schools by 2017-18, catering to over 2,500 students in 21 sports disciplines. Selected athletes receive benefits such as accommodation, food, school uniforms, books, sports kits, and equipment. An average of ₹2.25 lakh is spent per player annually, including ₹1 lakh Mediclaim security. The scheme is implemented by the Sports Authority of Gujarat (SAG).

Benefits:
Monetary Support & Facilities:
Players are provided with free education, stationery, books, accommodation, meals, school uniforms, and modern sports equipment and kits.
Medical Insurance:
A Mediclaim security cover of up to ₹1,00,000/- is provided to each selected athlete.
Expert Coaching & Training:
Intensive sports training is imparted in morning and evening sessions by expert coaches. In-school players receive additional training in 5 Physical Training (PT) periods.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be below 14 years of age.
1. The applicant must qualify under one of the following categories:


- **Proven Talent (PT):**



   1. The applicant should have already performed at School Games Federation of India (SGFI), State-level, or National-level sports events.
   1. The applicant must participate in a selection camp for final admission.



- **Young Talent (YT):**



   1. The applicant should have participated and secured first place at Taluka/District/Corporation level in Khel Mahakumbh (Under-9 or Under-11 category).
   1. The applicant must register for Khel Mahakumbh and undergo the selection process.



- **In-School Talent:**



   1. The applicant should be identified within a school already running the DLSS program.