pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Vice Chancellor Internship Scheme
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: Delhi
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
The "Vice Chancellor Internship Scheme (VCIS)" by the University of Delhi aims to provide students with experiential learning opportunities, integrating academic knowledge with practical work experience. This initiative aligns with the objectives of "Samagra Shiksha" (holistic education) as outlined in the NEP 2020. The VCIS allows students to work in various departments, centers, and institutes within the university, offering a unique platform to broaden their skills and gain real-world experience.
> **Objectives of VCIS, University of Delhi:**


- Internship schemes allow young students to be associated with the university's work for mutual benefit.
- It will expose university students to the several departments/centres/ institutes existing within the University of Delhi. 
- It will infuse in interns a sense of belongingness with the University system.
- It will connect students of the University of Delhi to their local community and give them realworld experiences.
- It will train students in collecting/streamlining documents and collating available data/resources. 
- It will inculcate professional aptitude, strengthen personal character, and provide a more significant opportunity for students to broaden their mental horizons.
- It will give students the broadest spectrum of opportunities when seeking and applying for a job after college.
- It will be beneficial for the University of Delhi as the involvement of interns with the institution will inculcate a sense of responsibility and strengthen bonding with the University. Young students with innovative ideas, abilities and skills for resolving problems will be instrumental in bringing systemic and holistic changes to the University system. > **Kinds of Internships under VCIS:** 


- Internship
- Summer Internship > **Duration of the Internship:**


- Summer internships are 8 weeks long with 15-20 flexible hours per week. 
- Regular internships during the academic session are 8-10 hours per week, with a maximum duration of six months.

Benefits:
Stipend: 
₹5,000/- per month for interns
₹10,500/- per month for summer interns.
NOTE: 
Stipend will be enhanced by 5% each financial year. 

Certificate:
Receive a certificate of experience from the Dean of Students' Welfare.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The students pursuing Final year/ Final Semester are not eligible.
1. All bonafide full-time regular students of the University of Delhi, studying in any course or stream at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, are eligible.
National Awards To Teachers (Higher Education) 
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
The purpose of the National Award to Teachers under the Department of Higher Educational Institutions is to recognize the distinctive contributions of some of the finest faculty members in the country and honor them for their dedication and hard work, which have not only improved the quality of higher education but also enriched the lives of their students. The Award seeks to recognize and honor faculty members' unique and path-breaking achievements in teaching, research, institutional service, community outreach, and novelty of work in higher education. > **No. of Awardees**


- Fifty Awards (25 in Category II and 25 in Category III) shall be conferred annually. > **Selection Process :****** The selection procedure for NTA-2023 will follow a two-step process.


- Preliminary Search cum Screening Committee for initial shortlisting of candidates.
- Committee of ‘Jury’ for the final section of awardees from the shortlisted candidates. > **Ceremony Details**


- The ceremony is held on 5th September every year. > **Nominations for the award can be made by any of the following:**


1. Vice-Chancellor/Director/Principal of the institution.
1. A colleague or former faculty member of the same institution.
1. Self-nomination is not allowed.
1. Former Vice-Chancellor/Director/Principal may apply if currently teaching full-time.
1. Search committee members can nominate outstanding faculty.
1. Award Jury members cannot nominate.

Benefits:
A medal.
A certificate.
Cash Prize of ₹ 50,000/- 

Eligibility Criteria:
**The award is open to all the faculty members of colleges/universities/higher educational institutions in India, satisfying the following conditions:**

1. Should be a regular faculty member.
1. Should have at least five years of full-time teaching experience at the Undergraduate and/or Post-graduate level.
1. Should not be above 55 years of age as of the last date of receiving an application for the awards.
1. Vice-Chancellor/ Director/Principal (regular or officiating) are NOT eligible to apply.
Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Home Affairs

Details:
The “Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards” scheme launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The scheme aims to recognize acts of bravery and humanity in saving lives during emergencies such as accidents, fires, drowning, disasters, and attacks. Under this scheme, medals, certificates, and financial allowances are provided to individuals who demonstrate exceptional courage in life-saving situations.

Benefits:
Types of Awards
Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak – For most conspicuous bravery involving extreme risk to life
Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak – For bravery and promptness in serious risk situations
Jeevan Raksha Padak – For courage and promptness in life-saving acts involving injury risk
Tangible Benefits
Medal (As Per Category) – A distinguished medal is awarded based on the level of bravery demonstrated.
Certificate of Recognition – An official certificate acknowledging the act of gallantry is provided.
Financial Allowance (As Per Government Norms) – A monetary allowance is granted as per rules prescribed by the government of india.
National-Level Recognition – The awardee receives nationwide recognition for their courageous act.
Posthumous Award Provision – The award can also be conferred posthumously to honor deceased rescuers.
Mode of Disbursement
The medal and certificate are presented physically during the official award ceremony.
The awards are conferred once every year.
The awards are presented after approval by the president of India.
The award is a one-time recognition granted for a specific act of bravery.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be any individual from any field of life
1. The applicant should have performed a life-saving act involving courage and risk
1. The applicant should have acted in emergencies such as fire, drownings, accidents, disasters, etc.
1. The applicant may belong to armed forces, police, CAPFs, fire services, or civilians
1. The applicant can be recommended posthumously
100% Penalty Mafi Yojana
Category: Housing & Shelter, Utility & Sanitation
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "100% Penalty Mafi Yojana" was launched by the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial relief to beneficiaries of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell who have pending installment dues by offering a complete waiver of penalty amounts, thereby reducing the financial burden on property allottees and encouraging them to clear their outstanding dues. The scheme provides 100% waiver on penalty amounts if all arrears of installments are paid in one go by 31st March and facilitates the transfer of property ownership to eligible applicants. The applications for this scheme are accepted Online.

Benefits:
The applicant receives 100% waiver on the penalty amount accumulated on pending installments.
The waiver is applicable on all arrears of installments pertaining to old schemes of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell.
The benefit is a one-time waiver granted upon fulfillment of payment conditions.
The waiver is applied at the time of final settlement of dues.
Conditions
*All arrears of installments must be paid in one go (lump sum payment).
*The payment must be completed by 31st March.
*The waiver applies only to the penalty component; the principal installment amount must be paid in full.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant must be a beneficiary of the Gujarat Housing Board or Slum Clearance Cell.
- The applicant must have pending installment arrears under the old schemes of the Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Cell.
- The applicant must clear all arrears of installments in one lump sum payment.
- The applicant must complete the payment by 31st March.
- The applicant must be either the original tenant, a successive power of attorney holder, or the existing occupant of the property.
Top Class Education For Students With Disabilities
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
A scholarship scheme by DoEPwDs for Students with Disabilities (SwDs) pursuing studies beyond class 12th admitted in a full-time course in one of the 'notified institutions'. The students with the specified disabilities defined in Schedule of the "Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016" will be eligible under this scheme. This includes persons with visual, hearing, speech, loco-motor, mental retardation, and other disabilities. At times SwDs are deprived of harnessing their latent skills and thereby miss the opportunity. This scheme aims to support SwDs to study further in order to prepare themselves to earn their livelihood and to find a dignified place for themselves in the society as they face several barriers physical, financial, psychological, mental in pursuing studies and living with dignity.

Benefits:
Payment of 
Full tuition fee
 and non-refundable charges (Ceiling of ₹ 2.00 LPA per student for private sector institutions)
Living expenses
: ₹ 3000/- per month per student.
Books and stationery
: ₹ 5000/- per annum per student.
A 
computer/laptop
 with accessories (UPS and printer) is limited to ₹ 30,000/- per student (one-time assistance).
Reimbursement of expenses for the purchase of 
Aids and Assistive Devices
 including necessary software related to the particular disability of the selected candidate: ₹ 30,000/- per student (one-time assistance).
Special Allowance
 (related to types of disabilities like Reader Allowance, Escort Allowance, Helper Allowance etc.): ₹ 2000/- per month.
The aids and assistive devices may include:
For the blind I low vision:
Braille / Brailer Typewriter
Laptop with screen-reading software
Laptop with Screen Magnification software
Talk software for mobile phone accessibility
DAISY Recorder and player
For the hearing impaired:
Binaural digital programmable hearing aid with provision for button cells.
Cell phone with SMS SIM Card
Laptop with WiFi (Bluetooth) facility.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a Student admitted in a full-time course in one of the "notified institutions".
1. The Percentage of Disability should be 40% or above.
1. The applicant should be Pursuing a Graduate or Post Graduate Degree or Diploma.
1. The Total Annual Income of the Parent / Guardian should be less than or equal to ₹ 6.00 Lakh per Annum.
1. The applicant MUST NOT be the third sibling in his/her family who is availing of this scholarship.
President’s Medal for Distinguished Service
Category: Skills & Employment, Public Safety,Law & Justice
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Home Affairs

Details:
The “President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. The scheme aims to recognize exceptional service, distinguished records, and meritorious contributions in police, security, fire, prison, and civil defence services. Under this scheme, prestigious medals, national recognition, and service acknowledgment are provided to eligible personnel serving in various uniformed and public safety services.

Benefits:
Tangible Benefits
Award of Medal (PSM or MSM) for recognition of service.
National-level prestige and honour.
Official recognition recorded in service records.
Career enhancement and increased professional credibility.
Eligibility consideration for future honors and promotions.
Mode of Disbursement
Physical conferment of the medal and citation by the President of India.
Announced annually on national occasions (e.g., Republic Day/Independence Day).
Lifetime recognition unless withdrawn under disciplinary grounds.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a member of the Police Forces, CAPFs, CPOs, Fire Services, Prison Administration, Home Guards, or Civil Defence.
1. The applicant should have a clean service record; no major penalties in the review period.
1. The applicant should demonstrate exceptional ability, merit, or devotion to duty.
1. The applicant should have completed a minimum 25 years of service.
1. The applicant should have at least 10 years of ACR/APAR records under review.
1. The applicant should have at least 8 Very Good/Outstanding ratings; at least 5 must be Outstanding.
1. The applicant should not have more than 1 missing ACR; last year ACR must be available.
1. The applicant should maintain SHAPE 1 physical fitness (relaxation possible in exceptional cases).
1. The applicant should have a gap of at least 6 years after receiving MSM (relaxable to 4 years in special cases).
National Metallurgist Award
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Steel

Details:
The National Metallurgist Award, instituted by the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, is open only to Indian nationals who have made significant contributions to the field of metallurgy in India through their work in industry, research and development, or academia. The award recognizes outstanding achievements in areas such as operations, research and development, waste management, and energy conservation. Individuals from industry as well as research and academic institutions are eligible to apply. The awards will be presented in the following four categories:
1) Lifetime Achievement Award
2) National Metallurgist Award
3) Young Metallurgist
a) Environment b) Metal Science
4) Award for R&D in Iron & Steel Sector
**No. of Awardees**

1. Lifetime Achievement Award – 1 awardee
1. National Metallurgist Award – 1 awardee
1. Young Metallurgist (Environment Science) – 1 awardee
1. Young Metallurgist (Metal Science) – 1 awardee
1. Award for R&D in Iron & Steel Sector – 1 awardee

Benefits:
Lifetime Achievement Award – Certificate + Memento
National Metallurgist Award – Certificate + Memento
Young Metallurgist (Environment Science) – ₹1,00,000/- + Certificate + Memento
Young Metallurgist (Metal Science) – ₹1,00,000/- + Certificate + Memento
Award for R&D in Iron & Steel Sector – ₹1,00,000/- + Certificate + Memento



Eligibility Criteria:
1. **Lifetime Achievement Award:** The applicant/nominee should have at least 20 years of experience, be minimum 50 years of age, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science or equivalent.1. **National Metallurgist Award:** The applicant/nominee should have at least 15 years of experience, be minimum 40 years of age, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science or equivalent.1. **Young Metallurgist (Environment Science):** The applicant/nominee should have at least 5 years of experience, be maximum 35 years of age, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science or equivalent.1. **Young Metallurgist (Metal Science):** The applicant/nominee should have at least 5 years of experience, be maximum 35 years of age, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science or equivalent.1. **Award for R&D in Iron & Steel Sector:** The applicant/nominee should have at least 10 years of experience, be minimum 35 years of age, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science or equivalent.
National CSR Awards
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Details:
The National CSR Awards, instituted by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, aim to recognize companies that have made a positive impact on society through innovative and sustainable Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. These awards represent the highest recognition for CSR excellence in India.
**The objectives of the awards are:**
1. To increase competition in various categories of companies to infuse excellence in their CSR activities
2. To encourage companies to spend the entire amount i.e, eligible CSR spend;
3. To recognize the impact, innovation, usage of technology, gender and environment issues, sustainability, scalability, and replicability of CSR activities; and
4. To channelize CSR activities of corporates so that the benefits of their activities reach the marginalized sections of society and in remote areas of the country.
**Under National CSR Awards there are three main categories as under:-**
1. Corporate Awards for Excellence in CSR
2. CSR Awards for CSR in Aspirational Districts/Difficult Terrains
3. CSR Awards for contribution in National Priority Areas

Benefits:
The awardees are presented with a trophy and scroll and runner ups with a medal and scroll.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 or 2013 and must comply with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013.
1. The CSR project and related expenditure should pertain to the specified financial years.
1. The impact of the CSR project/programme should be demonstrated based on the required reporting period as per submitted details.
Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Award for Gallantry
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways

Details:
The "Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Award for Gallantry" scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways under the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India, aims to recognize extraordinary bravery in maritime situations. Under this scheme, recognition is provided to Indian seafarers who risk their lives to save others or protect the marine environment.

Benefits:
Trophy
Citation
Individual Medals (if multiple persons)


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be an Indian seafarer serving on any vessel.
1. The applicant should have performed an act of exceptional bravery in adverse maritime conditions.
1. The applicant’s act should involve saving lives, property, or environment beyond normal duty.
Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Rajasthan

Details:
The scheme &quot;Devnarayan Gurukul Yojana&quot; was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan, aims to provide free residential education to students from Special Backward Classes (SBC) i.e. Banjara, Baldia, Labana, Gadia-Lohar, Gadolia, Gujar, Gurjar, Raika, Rebari (Debasi), and Gadaria (Gadari, Gayari). Under this scheme, selected students admitted to Class 6 in government-approved schools receive free education, accommodation, meals, uniforms, textbooks, and writing materials.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, eligible students receive free education, accommodation, meals, uniforms, text books and study materials in government-approved schools.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native resident of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant's family should not be a taxpayer.
1. The applicant must be a regular student in a government or non-government school. 
1. The applicant must have passed class 5th with a minimum of 50% or above marks.1. The applicant should belong to one of the following Special Backward Class (SBC) communities:


- Banjara, Baldia, Labana
- Gadiya Lohar, Gadolia
- Gujar, Gurjar
- Raika, Rebari (Debasi)
- Gadaria (Gadri, Gyari)

**Note 1:** Only students who qualify on merit after clearing the pre-admission examination will be admitted to the 59 schools selected by the department.
**Note 2:** Students will be given admission in Class 6 as per their merit based on marks obtained in Class 5.
IELTS & TOEFL Training Assistance
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "IELTS & TOEFL Training Assistance" scheme was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to empower Scheduled Tribe (ST) students aspiring to pursue higher studies abroad after class 12th. Under this scheme, the tribal students receive structured guidance, IELTS and TOEFL training, and financial assistance to prepare for admissions to reputed foreign universities, with additional support for visa and passport processes.

Benefits:
Financial aid of ₹3,10,000/- per student to cover IELTS and TOEFL training expenses.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
1. The applicant must be a student and must have passed class 12th (HSC).1. The applicant should be residing in a notified tribal area of Gujarat.
1. The applicant must intend to pursue higher education abroad.
1. The applicant must require IELTS or TOEFL training as part of their admission preparation.
A Scheme to Provide Free Tablets to Std.12th Pass Students
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “A Scheme to Provide Free Tablets to Std.12th Pass Students” scheme was implemented by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, provide free tablets to ST students who have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination and are admitted to the first year of a graduate-level course in a recognized university are reimbursed for the token amount of ₹1,000 deposited for receiving tablets from the Education Department.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, students in the 12th standard belonging to the Scheduled Caste category will receive a tablet by paying a token fee of ₹1,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
1. The applicant should have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC/Std. 12) examination.
1. The applicant should be admitted to the first year of a graduate-level course in a recognized university.
Nagaland State Merit Scholarship
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Nagaland

Details:
**Details**
All those students who have secured 80% marks in the class 10th exam while holding the domicile of Nagaland state can apply online under the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship for getting the scholarship amount. This scholarship will not be provided to students who have failed the previous year’s exam.
The DHE has launched the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship for providing socio-economic welfare to the students belonging to the residentship of Nagaland state. The student must be studying or getting admission to the post-matric class (class 11th, 12, UG, PG Degree). The students will also need to secure minimum marks in the previous year’s exam.
**Objective** 

  - The primary objective of launching the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is to provide financial stability to the students studying or undertaking post-matric classes from the Nagaland government schools and colleges. The students will need to secure at least 70% to 80% marks in the previous year’s exam. In case of the scholarship renewal, the students can submit their last year’s Marksheet.
  - The Nagaland State Merit Scholarship is to provide scholarship amounts to students belonging to the citizenship of Nagaland state so that they will be able to avail the best educational opportunities or facilities after getting this scholarship amount. The Department of Higher Education will be delegated with the task of carrying out scholarship operations.

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Benefits:
Nagaland State Merit Scholarship will provide social security provisions to the students of Nagaland state.
This will proven to be an amazing opportunity.
Students of post-matric classes will be able to secure their scholarship rights.
Students will be given the scholarship amount either on a monthly basis or a yearly basis.
The only selection criteria will be that the student will need to secure at least 70% to 80% marks in the previous year’s exam.
One can also get a scholarship renewal after submitting his or her Marksheet.
This will provide an equal amount of educational opportunities to the students.
Students belonging to the ST categories will also be given the same scholarship references.
Students can apply online under the Nagaland State Merit Scholarship before the last date of online form submission for getting registration on a time.
Students will be given the scholarship amount in the DBT mode



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The student must be a permanent resident or citizen of Nagaland state.
1. The applicant must be a student in a Post-matric class.
1. The student must secure 70% or 80% marks in the last year’s exam for getting a scholarship renewal.
1. Students in the ST category will also be given scholarship enrollment.

**Note:** To apply as a Fresh candidate, the student must be enrolled in the first year of the course. Renewal is applicable only to beneficiaries of this Scheme from the previous year.
Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science
Category: Science, IT & Communications, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
The “Indo-French Visiting/Mobility Programme for Women in Science (PROWIS-II)” is dedicated to the young women scientists of both India and France. This programme will encourage women candidates to work with the Indian/French scientific communities with an aim to accelerate their talented instincts towards carrying out advanced studies and research in the frontier areas of Science &amp; Technology.
> **Duration of Programme:**

The duration of the Programme will be for two weeks.

Benefits:
Return airfare (economy class), accommodation & per diem allowances, local travel in India/France, airport transfer, insurance, and visa charges shall be given to the selected candidates.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Women applicants must be Indian or French citizens (citizens residing in France) from a recognized university or research institution in India/France.
   1. Indian applicants should hold a PhD degree &amp; sanctioned/tenured post in a scientific/academic institution and be willing to undertake collaborative research projects in French institutions/universities.
   1. French women applicants holding a PhD degree and currently completing a postdoctoral project &amp; willing to undertake collaborative research projects in Indian institutions/universities.
   1. The mobility should take place during the employment period of the applicant in the concerned institution.
   1. The applicant should not have availed of any visiting fellowship in France/India during the last 5 years.
   1. This fellowship cannot be availed simultaneously with any other fellowship.

**Note 01:** Preference will be given to those candidates who don&#39;t have any international exposure.
**Note 02:** CEFIPRA may relax the eligibility conditions in case of potential candidates.
Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Water Augmentation
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Details:
The scheme "Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Water Augmentation" is a Sub-Component of the Scheme "Integrated Coffee Development Project During the Medium Term Framework (MTF) Period: Development Support to Stakeholders" by the Coffee Board, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This scheme aims to improve the productivity and quality of coffee by facilitating the creation of infrastructure for water augmentation for irrigation and wet processing of coffee.

Benefits:
Subsidy Details
The eligible subsidy for water harvesting structures and sprinkler units is 75% of the unit cost, capped at a maximum ceiling of ₹1,25,000 for all related activities combined.
For below-ground water storage tanks, the subsidy is based on the lower value between dimension and unit cost applicable to the size of the holding.
For above-ground water storage tanks, the subsidy is based on the lower value between the actual cost or the unit cost applicable to the below-ground water tank.
Subsidy Availability
Growers can claim subsidies for water harvesting structures and irrigation equipment either simultaneously or at different times.

Unit Cost and Subsidy for Water Harvesting Structures
Size of Holding
Dimension of Water Harvesting Structure
Total Unit Cost (₹)
Subsidy Amount
Up to 2 Ha.
30' x 30' x 10' (9000 Cft.)
₹43,000.00
75% of Unit Cost
2 Ha to 4 Ha & above
43' x 43' x 10' (18490 Cft.)
₹89,000.00
75% of Unit Cost
Unit Cost and Subsidy for Sprinkler/Drip Unit
Size of Holding
Total Unit Cost (₹)
Subsidy Amount
Up to 1.00 Ha.	
₹60,000	
75% of the Unit Cost
1.00 to 2.00 Ha. & above	
₹1,20,000	
75% of the Unit Cost


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a tribal grower.
1. The applicant should not have received a subsidy for Water Augmentation during the XII plan period.
1. The land records must be in the beneficiary's name.
1. These records should be certified by the Village Authority/State Government/Competent Authority.

**Eligible Activities**
Installation of the water storage tank, open well, and irrigation equipment (sprinkler/drip) to enhance production, productivity, and quality.
**Location Specifications**

- Water storage tank construction can be above or below ground level.
- Water augmentation structures must be on the estate or within its vicinity.
Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen)-DNH&DD
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Details:
The scheme “Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen)” is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, UT of Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu. The scheme aims to support senior citizens in meeting their basic needs during old age. It is specifically targeted at residents of Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu who are 60 years and above, with an annual family income not exceeding ₹1.5 lakh per annum. Under this scheme, eligible individuals aged 60–69 years receive a monthly pension of ₹1,500/-, while those aged 70 years and above receive ₹2,000/- per month.

Benefits:
Quantum & Nature of Assistance:
1.	Senior citizens aged 60–69 years: Monthly pension of ₹1,500/-.
2.	Senior citizens aged 70 years and above: Monthly pension of ₹2,000/-.
Note:
 The mode of fund transfer shall be Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a domicile of the Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu.
   1. The applicant should be 60 years or older.
   1. The applicant&#39;s annual family income should not exceed ₹1,50,000/-.
   1. The applicant should not be receiving financial assistance under any other old age pension scheme.
The Inland Waterways Authority of India Internship Scheme
Category: Education & Learning, Skills & Employment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways

Details:
The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has introduced the “Inland Waterways Authority of India Internship Scheme” to provide exposure to students on the development of Inland Waterways Transport in India. The scheme enables young academic talent to understand IWAI’s functioning, contribute through research, analysis, and report preparation, and gain practical experience. Interns are provided working space, required to use their own laptops, and must submit a report and declaration of secrecy during the internship. A certificate is awarded upon satisfactory completion, with an intake of 10 Undergraduate and 15 Postgraduate/Research interns for each year.

Benefits:
Remuneration: 
Stipend @ ₹ 10,000/- for Undergraduates and ₹ 20,000/- for Post Graduate/ Research Scholars per month will be payable on satisfactory completion of their internships. 
Note:
Last month's remuneration shall be provided on submission of their Report/paper. 
Interns will be eligible for remuneration equivalent to the number of days of attendance in the office against the total number of working days in that month.
Experience Certificate: 
A certificate regarding the successful completion of the Internship shall be issued by IWAI in the enclosed format in 
Annexure-B
 of the Scheme Guidelines.
Note:
The certificate will be issued upon the submission of their Report/paper and its evaluation by the Director/ Director-In Charge level officers in their concerned Division. 
Internship is neither a job nor any assurance for job in IWAI.
No accommodation will be provided to interns.
The internship may be terminated by IWAI by giving one month notice in case the performance of the candidate is not up to the mark.
Interns not completing the requisite period as stipulated in their offer will not be issued with any certificate.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should meet any of the following conditions:


1. The applicant should be pursuing or have completed a Graduate or Postgraduate degree from a recognized university (national or international).
1. The applicant, if applying as a Graduate student, should have secured at least 75% marks in Class 12.
1. The applicant, if applying as a Postgraduate student, should have secured at least 60% marks in Graduation.
1. The applicant, if applying as a Research Scholar, should have secured at least 60% marks in the Postgraduate degree.
Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Plantation (Tea)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Plantation (Tea)&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to provide financial support to farmers for tea plantations. Under this scheme, eligible farmers can obtain a loan of up to ₹33,000/- per acre, with interest rates ranging from 11% to 12.5%. This initiative aims to empower farmers and promote sustainable tea farming practices.
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Benefits:
Access to Loan:
 ₹33,000/- per acre.
Interest Rate: 
11% to 11.5% (subject to change).


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be interested in tea plantation.
  - The beneficiary should be interested in availing loan for tea plantation.
  - The beneficiary should have the intention to use the loan specifically for tea plantation.
Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Poultry Development
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Poultry Development&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to provide financial support to farmers for poultry and cattle development, with loans available up to ₹14,800/- for 200 poultry birds or ₹17,000/- for 2 cows. The interest rate ranges from 14.5% to 16.5%, subject to periodic changes.

Benefits:
Access to Loan: 
Up to ₹14,800/- for 200 birds (poultry).
Up to ₹17,000/- for 2 cows.
Interest Rate: 
14.5% to 16.5% (subject to change).


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be engaged in poultry farming or cattle development.
  - The beneficiary should be interested to avail loan for poultry farming or cattle development.
  - The beneficiary should have the intention to use the loan specifically for poultry farming or cattle development.

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RMEWF-Financial Assistance For Vocational Training Of Widows Of ESM
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child, Skills & Employment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Defence

Details:
The “Financial Assistance for Vocational Training of Widows of Ex-Servicemen (ESM)” scheme has been launched by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to widows of ex-servicemen to help them become self-reliant through vocational training. The scheme is implemented by the Kendriya Sainik Board.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance
For vocational training, AFFDF is provided as a one-time aid of ₹50,000/- (max) on successful completion of said vocational training.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a widow of an ex-serviceman (ESM).
1. The applicant’s spouse should be of rank up to Havildar or equivalent.
1. The applicant should have completed vocational training from a recognized institution.
1. The applicant should have relevant spouse details recorded in the service book of the ESM.
1. The applicant should be recommended by the respective Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) and Rajya Sainik Board (RSB).
AICTE – Saksham Scholarship Scheme For Specially-Abled Student (Degree)
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
Saksham is a Scholarship Scheme by the Ministry of Education, implemented by AICTE, aimed at providing encouragement and support to specially-abled children to pursue technical education. This is an attempt to give every young student, who is otherwise specially abled, the opportunity to study further and prepare for a successful future through technical education/ knowledge. ₹50,000/- per annum for every year of study i.e. maximum 4 years for the first year admitted students and maximum 3 years for the second year admitted students through lateral entry as lump sum amount towards payment of college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipment, software, etc. The candidate should be admitted to the First year of the Degree level course OR the Second year of the Degree level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE-approved institutions of the respective year. Family income from all sources should not be more than Rs. 8 lakh per annum during the current financial year.

Benefits:
₹50,000/- per annum for every year of study i.e. maximum 4 years for the first year admitted students and maximum 3 years for the second year admitted students through lateral entry as lump sum amount towards payment of college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipment, software, etc.
After selection, the awardee will be paid a scholarship through DBT mode on annual basis.
The scholarship will be renewed for the next year of study on receipt of renewal through National Scholarship Portal by submitting a passing certificate/ mark sheet along with letter from the Head of the Institution on the online portal

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The candidate should be admitted to the First year of the Degree level course OR the Second year of the Degree level course through lateral entry in any of the AICTE-approved institutions of the respective year.
1. Specially-abled students have a disability of not less than 40%.
1. Family income from all sources should not be more than Rs. 8 lakh per annum during the current financial year. A valid income certificate issued by State /UT Government needs to be enclosed.
Centrally-Sponsored Scheme Of Pre-Matric Scholarship For Scheduled Caste Students Studying In Classes 9th & 10th
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
A scholarship scheme by Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment for regular, full-time students from Scheduled Castes studying in Class 9th and 10th in a Govt. School / a School recognized by Govt. / CBSE / State Board of Secondary Education.
The Total Annual income of parents/guardians of the applicant (from all sources) must not exceed ₹ 2.50 Lakh per Annum.
The scholarship for studying in any class will be available for only one year. The scholarship will be available for studying in India only. The scholarship will be awarded by the govt. of the state/UT to which the applicant belongs (domiciled).
**ALL eligible Scheduled Caste candidates will be given scholarships as prescribed in this Scheme.**

Benefits:
Scholarship
 (₹ per month) (for 10 months in an academic year): ₹ 225 for Day Scholars, ₹ 525 for Hostellers.
Books and Ad hoc Grant
 (₹ per annum): ₹ 750 for Day Scholars, ₹ 1000 for Hostellers.

Additional Monthly Allowances for  Person with Disability (PwD)
 studying in private unaided Schools - 
Reader Allowance (for Blind students) – ₹ 160
Transport Allowance (if the students do not reside in the hostel which is within the premises of the Educational Institution) – ₹ 160
Escort Allowance (only for Severely Disabled Day Scholars / Students with low extremity disability) – ₹ 160 
Helper Allowance (admissible to any of the hostel willing to extend help to a severely orthopaedically handicapped student residing in the hostel of an Educational Institution who may need the assistance of a helper) – ₹ 160
Coaching Allowance to Mentally Retarded and Mentally ill Students – ₹ 240

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a student.
1. The applicant must be studying in Class 9th or Class 10th.
1. The applicant must be from Scheduled Caste.
1. The Total Income of parents/guardian of the applicant must be less than or equal to ₹ 2.5 lakh per annum.
Mahila Samriddhi Yojana
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
**Mahila Samridhi Yojana (MSY)** is a scheme aimed to benefit women entrepreneurs from backward backgrounds or poor backgrounds. The scheme was launched as part of the National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCFDC) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Under this scheme, the Corporation bears the training cost and stipend for training that is provided to groups of about 20 women, in suitable craft activities. The group is formed into a SHG and after the training, micro-credit is provided. This scheme is being implemented by a wide range of channel partners nationwide. Targeted women beneficiaries are identified and given loans either directly or in the form of Self-Help Groups (SHGs). The two main targeted beneficiaries are:

   1. **Self-help groups (SHGs):** It aims to strengthen and assist SHGs, particularly those that include women. These people make up the autonomous, economically disadvantaged category.    1. **Women belonging to economically and socially backward classes (targeted groups):** Women from the underprivileged classes are considered, particularly those who fall under the SC or ST category.
**Objectives of Mahila Samridhi Yojana**

   1. To encourage women belonging to minority groups from rural regions and underprivileged classes to adopt an entrepreneurial attitude.
   1. To help these women meet their entrepreneurial goals by providing microfinance loans at lower interest rates.
   1. To encourage women from scheduled castes or scheduled tribes or any other minority populations to pursue their aspirations.
   1. To encourage women to overcome social stigma and gain financial independence.
   1. To assist women who are unable to establish their own businesses or careers owing to a lack of financial assistance.
   1. It is also a Micro Finance Scheme for women with rebate in interest.

Benefits:
It is a microfinance scheme for women with a rebate in interest. Financial Assistance up to the cost of Rs. 1,40,000/- is provided.
The repayment period is within 3.5 years, in quarterly installments from the date of each disbursement including the moratorium period. 
On repayment of loans under MSY, through the concerned State Channelizing Agencies (SCA), the eligible beneficiaries can avail of any loan under the NSFDC scheme.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicant must be between 18 to 55 years of age.
1. Applicable to Women from low-income families or women who belong to SC/ST/OBC categories as notified by the Central/State Government and whose family income is less than Rupees three lakhs per annum.
1. Applicable to Women looking to start their own business or engage in income-generating activities.
Scheme For Adolescent Girls
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Women and Child Development

Details:
A support scheme by Ministry of Women & Child Development enabling self-development and empowerment of out-of-school adolescent girls, and improving their nutritional, health & hygiene  status. The scheme aims at supporting out of school AGs to successfully transition back to formal schooling or bridge learning / skill training. Upgrade their home-based skills and life skills. Provide information/guidance about existing public services such as Primary Health Centers, Rural Hospitals/CHCs, Post Office, Bank, Police Station, etc. Scheme for Adolescent Girls - SAG is implemented using the platform of Anganwadi Services of Umbrella ICDS Scheme through Anganwadi Centers (AWCs).

Benefits:
Nutrition Component:
Take Home Ration or Hot Cooked Meal for out of school girls - Nutrition Provision ₹ 9.50 per day (600 calories; 18‐20 gram of protein and recommended daily intake of micronutrients per day for 300 days in a year.). 
The financial norms will be ₹ 9.5/- per beneficiary per day for 300 days in a year. This would be inclusive of the cost of micronutrient fortification.

Non Nutrition Component:
IFA supplementation.
Health check‐up and Referral services.
Nutrition & Health Education (NHE).
Counseling / Guidance on family welfare, ARSH, child care practices.
Life Skill Education and accessing public services.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a **FEMALE**.1. The age of the applicant must be between **11 and 14 years**.
Delhi Pension Scheme To Women In Distress (Widow Pension)
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Delhi

Details:
Delhi Pension Scheme to Women in Distress (Widow Pension) is a welfare scheme of the Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi to provide social security by way of financial assistance to widows, divorced, separated, abandoned, deserted or destitute women in the age group of 18 years to lifelong who do not have adequate means of subsistence and are poor, needy and vulnerable.

Benefits:
The quantum of financial assistance under this scheme is ₹ 2,500/- per month.

Eligibility Criteria:
- A woman who is a widow, divorced, separated, abandoned, deserted, or destitute woman above the age of 18 years of lifelong.
- Residence of a minimum of 5 years in Delhi before the date of application. 
- The annual income of the applicant should be less than ₹ 1,00,000/-per annum from all sources (including rent, interest/dividends on savings & investments, earnings from the farm, property sale proceeds, etc.) of the applicant. 
- Applicant should have the Aadhar number 
- The Applicant should have a single-operated Aadhar-linked account with any bank in the NCT of Delhi only. 
- Must not be receiving any pension/ financial assistance from Central Govt./ State Govt./MCD or NDMC and other Governmental/local bodies or any other source for this purpose.