pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Skill Development and Training of Candidates in Technical Textiles
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Textiles

Details:
The "Skill Development and Training of Candidates in Technical Textiles" scheme under the National Technical Textile Mission by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. This scheme shall be referred to as the “General Guidelines for Skill Development and Training of Candidates in Technical Textiles.”
**Objectives**
The main objectives of the scheme are:
Establish a reservoir of skilled individuals for recruitment in the technical textiles industry.
Develop transferable skills that can be adapted across different companies.
Create a robust knowledge and skill ecosystem within the sector.
Ensure seamless integration of qualified professionals into diverse roles, promoting a dynamic and agile workforce.
Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and adaptability within organizations.
**Scheme Phases**
The implementation will be carried out in two phases, targeting strategically important segments of technical textiles:
**Phase I:** Agrotech, Buildtech, Geotech, Indutech, Meditech, Mobiltech, and Protech
**Phase II:** Clothtech, Hometech, Oekotech, Sportech, and Packtech

Benefits:
Joint Funding:
 Training cost is shared between the Ministry of Textiles and the trainee.
Financial Support: 
Reduces the training cost burden for trainees.
Standardised Programs: 
Ensures quality training following the Common Norms for Skill Development Schemes.
Ministry Contribution: Covers expenses like:
Mobilisation of candidates
Curriculum development
Trainers’ training
Equipment and teaching aids
Raw materials
Assessment costs
Salary of trainers
Other components as per standard skill development norms



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be an Indian citizen and at least 17 years of age.
1. The applicant can be an unskilled worker or a professional seeking upskilling or reskilling.
1. The applicant can be an undergraduate student or a personnel working in technical textile fields.
1. (Exact age and qualification requirements for the applicant may vary depending on the specific training program.)

**Eligibility for Implementing Agencies:**

1. The agency can be a Training and Research Agency (TRA), Center of Excellence, Ministry of Textiles body, or public academic institution.
1. The agency can also be an industry association, textile company, export council, or other related eligible organization.
The CM IT Fellowship Program
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Chhattisgarh

Details:
The scheme "The CM IT Fellowship Program" was launched by the Electronics & Information Technology Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. The scheme aims to empower and train young professionals in the field of Software-Driven Analysis to bring measurable improvements to governance by deploying skilled professionals. The scheme provides a unique blended learning experience where fellows earn an M.Tech in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) from IIIT Naya Raipur while working on real-world government projects with a monthly stipend of ₹50,000/-. The applicant must be a GATE-qualified graduate or postgraduate from Chhattisgarh, aged up to 30 years, and willing to work with government departments. The scheme is implemented by CHiPS (Chhattisgarh Infotech Promotion Society) in collaboration with IIIT Naya Raipur. The applications for this scheme are accepted online through the IIIT-NR website.

Benefits:
Monthly Stipend:
 The scheme provides a stipend of ₹50,000/- per month during the 2-year program duration.
Academic Qualification:
 Fellows are enrolled in a full-time M.Tech in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) program at IIIT Naya Raipur.
Professional Experience:
 Fellows gain hands-on experience by working directly with government departments on data-driven policy making and digital transformation initiatives.
Mentorship:
 The program offers mentorship from top academicians, IT leaders, and policymakers to help fellows grow as future-ready professionals.
*Fellows are deployed at CHiPS or assigned departments for 4 months in Semester 2, 6 months in Semester 3, and 5 months in Semester 4 as part of the engagement.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be an Indian National.
- The applicant must hold a Domicile of Chhattisgarh.
- The applicant must be upto 30 years of age as of the application deadline.
- The applicant must be a graduate or postgraduate student.
- The applicant must have qualified for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) in Computer Science (CS) or Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI).
- The applicant must have secured a minimum CPI of 6.5 or 60% or First Class in their qualifying degree. ##### ***Relaxations***

- The applicant belonging to SC/ST/PwD categories is eligible for a relaxation of 5% marks or 0.5 CPI.
- The applicant is eligible for age relaxations as per the Chhattisgarh Government reservation rules.
Swachh Bharat Mission – Grameen PHASE I
Category: Health & Wellness, Utility & Sanitation
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Jal Shakti

Details:
Launched in 2014, the scheme &quot;Swachh Bharat Mission – Grameen (Phase I)&quot; by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, aims to eliminate open defecation in rural India through behavioral change and construction of household and community toilets. Through this scheme, financial assistance and awareness interventions for toilet construction were provided to poor, underprivileged, and marginalized households in rural areas.
**Objectives:**

   1. To bring about mass-scale behavior change regarding sanitation and hygiene
   1. To ensure the construction and usage of household-owned and community-owned toilets
   1. To establish an accountable mechanism for achieving ODF (Open Defecation Free) India
   1. To promote Solid and Liquid Waste Management (SLWM)

Benefits:
₹12,000 financial assistance per toilet to rural households for construction.
Enhanced rural sanitation coverage through individual and community toilets.
Significant reduction in open defecation practices across India.
Activities under the Scheme:
Construction of Individual Household Latrines (IHHL)
Construction of Community Sanitary Complexes (CSCs)
Solid Liquid Waste Management (SLWM) activities
Information, Education and Communication (IEC) 
Human Resource Development (HRD) activities


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be from a rural household that lacked a toilet before the scheme.
- The applicant should belong to poor, underprivileged, or marginalized sections.

> **Note:** Preference given to households led by women, elderly, disabled, or socio-economically weaker sections.
Social Security Pension Scheme
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Chhattisgarh

Details:
The &quot;Social Security Pension Scheme&quot; was launched by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to Below Poverty Line (BPL) Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and dwarf individuals to support them in living a respectful life.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a pension of ₹500/- per month.
Note:
 The pension amount will be directly transferred to the applicant's bank account.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
   1. The applicant should be either a person with a disability or a dwarf person.
   1. Children with disabilities (CwDs) aged 6-17 years are eligible, the CwDs in the age group of 6-14 should be school-going.
   1. Persons with disabilities who are 18 years or older and have a disability of 40% or above are eligible for the scheme.
   1. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other central or state government pension scheme.
   1. The applicant&#39;s name should be included in the list of families living the Below Poverty Line.

**Note:** Disabled children aged 6-14 years who are not attending school are not eligible.
Handloom Rebate Scheme
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "Handloom Rebate Scheme" by the Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Government of Gujarat, provides financial rebates to boost sales of handloom products during festivals. It offers 10% special rebate for 120 festival days; Additional 5-15% permanent rebates for regular sales; Enhanced 20% rebates for women-led cooperatives. The scheme aims to enhance market competitiveness for Gujarat's handloom cooperatives and apex societies while directly benefiting artisans.

Benefits:
Festival Rebate:
 10% on sales for 120 days; 20% for women-led cooperatives.
Permanent Rebates:
 5% standard; 15% for women-led groups.
Additional Support:
 e-Voucher toolkit distribution; Priority for SC/ST/BPL artisans.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a registered cooperative society, apex institution, or women-led group.
- The applicant must produce handloom products.
- The applicant must obtain prior rebate certification from the Commissionerate.
FOCUS Scheme (Farmers Collectivization For Upscaling Production and Marketing System)
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The **FOCUS Scheme** (Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems) is one of the flagship schemes of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya. Under the scheme, an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 is provided to Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs). Each PG may consist of 10 to 20 members. The benefit amount is credited directly to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Benefits:
The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
Loans are provided by selected partner banks with a repayment period of up to 15 years.
There are no pre-closure penalties on the loan.
The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront.
The remaining 20% is provided as a bank loan (5% paid by the entrepreneur and 75% by the government).
Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) receive an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The Producer Group must consist of 10 to 20 producers from the same village.
1. The members must be engaged in the same or similar agricultural or allied activities with high income-generation potential.
1. The group must formally form a Producer Group (PG) under the scheme.
1. Each member must hold a valid Family ID/Citizen ID of Meghalaya.
1. All members must belong to different households.
1. Each member must have a separate and unique Family ID of Meghalaya.
Meghalaya Agriculture Warehouse Scheme 
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The **Meghalaya Agriculture Warehouse Scheme,** under the Chief Minister’s CM-ELEVATE Program by the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, Government of Meghalaya, focuses on enhancing agricultural infrastructure through the establishment of warehouses across the state. It aims to reduce post-harvest losses, stabilize market prices, and improve farmer incomes. The scheme offers easy credit access via partner banks and substantial government subsidies to ease entrepreneurs’ financial burden. Implemented by the Meghalaya Basin Management Agency (MBMA), it supports individuals and registered entities in creating weatherproof storage for agricultural produce, enabling value addition, market linkages, and long-term storage for the farming community.

Benefits:
5% of project cost to be contributed by the entrepreneur 75% of project cost provided upfront by Government of Meghalaya as margin money support to the bank remaining 20% via bank loan.
Direct credit linkage with partner banks.
Guidance and handholding in the application process through implementing agencies.
Support in project realization for the warehouse venture.
Training and capacity building for entrepreneurs to manage post-harvest storage effectively.
Technical support for maintenance and operations of warehouses.


Eligibility Criteria:
**For Individuals:**

1. The applicant should be between 18 and 58 years of age.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should have ownership of the land where the warehouse is proposed or leased land for at least the next 10 years.
1. The applicant should not be a credit defaulter of any bank.

**For Registered Entities:**

1. The applicant should be based in the village where the program is being availed.
1. The applicant should have an active bank account and submit the bank statement of the last six months.
1. The applicant should have been in operation for at least two years.
1. The applicant should possess land, either self-owned or leased, duly verified by the competent authority.
1. The applicant should not be a credit defaulter of any bank.
Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The **Chief Minister's Scholarship Scheme** under the Education Department, Government of Meghalaya, provides financial support to students from Class XI to Ph.D. level. The scheme offers a fixed annual scholarship of ₹6,000 for post-matric studies, which is paid directly into the students’ bank accounts. This scholarship may be provided in addition to other scholarships.
**Objectives of the Scheme:**
(a) To empower eligible students of Meghalaya to pursue quality education from post-matriculation to doctorate level by providing financial assistance.
(b) To ensure timely, direct, and error-free delivery of scholarships to the targeted beneficiaries.

Benefits:
An eligible student shall be awarded a fixed scholarship of ₹6,000/- (Rupees six thousand only) per annum.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The student must be a domicile of Meghalaya.
1. The student must have a valid bank account, mobile number, and email ID.
1. Students pursuing part-time or correspondence courses are not eligible.
1. The student must have secured at least 35% marks in the preceding academic year.
1. The scholarship is available only to students pursuing full-time regular courses in recognized institutions, including:

i) Government institutes/colleges/universities
ii) Institutions of National Importance
iii) Central/State Universities; autonomous colleges recognized by UGC; and institutions recognized under Section 2(f) and/or 12(b) of the UGC Act
iv) Deemed Universities
v) Private universities/institutions affiliated with Central/State Universities
vi) Government/Government-aided/Private schools (for Classes XI and XII)
vii) State/UT-recognized diploma-granting institutions
viii) NCVT-affiliated vocational training institutes
ix) Institutions recognized by regulatory bodies such as MCI, AICTE, etc.
**Cancellation of Scholarship:**
The Directorate reserves the right to cancel the scholarship under the following circumstances:
(a) If the student is involved in misconduct or disciplinary proceedings, as reported by the concerned institution.
(c) If the student is found to be ineligible at any stage, either during verification or thereafter. In such cases, the student shall be liable to refund the entire scholarship amount received.
Chief Minister's Meghalaya Homestay Mission Scheme
Category: Travel & Tourism
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The Chief Minister&#39;s Meghalaya Homestay Mission Scheme, launched by the Department of Tourism, Government of Meghalaya, is aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure and promoting community-led hospitality. The scheme focuses on developing new homestays and upgrading existing ones to enhance Meghalaya’s position as a leading eco-tourism destination while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Benefits:
Up to 70% of the project cost supported
Enhanced subsidy of up to 80% (₹8 lakhs) for Persons with Disability (PwD) applicants
₹50,000 grant per room (up to ₹2 lakhs) for upgradation of existing homestays
Credit linkage through partner banks (Meghalaya Rural Bank and others notified)
Collateral-free loans with 1-year moratorium: subsidy disbursed as EMI support over 24 months
Design and architectural support provided by empanelled firms (cost borne by Department of Tourism)
Capacity building and training programs on hospitality, housekeeping, culinary skills, and marketing, conducted by the Tourism Department and partners (MSSDS, IHM Shillong, FCI Tura)
Exposure visits for high-performing beneficiaries to learn best practices
Mandatory furnishing and solar panel support (₹1 lakh allocation per homestay included in project cost)
Integration with digital platforms (M-TIME portal, Meghalaya Tourist App) for booking, branding and performance tracking.


Eligibility Criteria:
**Development of New Homestays**

1. The applicant must provide proof of land ownership or a registered lease agreement for a minimum period of 7 years.
1. The applicant must select one homestay design from the 33 standard designs prepared by the Department of Tourism.

**Upgradation of Existing Homestays**

1. The applicant must provide proof of homestay operations for at least 6 months.
1. The applicant must ensure that the guest register shows a minimum of 50 bed nights.
Providing Latest Technology to Group of Pottery Artisans (Energy Efficient Kiln)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Providing Latest Technology to Group of Pottery Artisans (Energy Efficient Kiln)" by the  Gujarat Matikam Kalakari & Rural Technology Institute, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide latest technology and equipment to pottery artisans for better productivity, improved quality and reduce health risks. The scheme provides 100% financial assistance on development of the kiln with unit cost of ₹83,000/- and energy-efficient furnaces to groups of registered clay artisans and potters. The applicant must be directly involved in the pottery business and be in the age group of 18 to 58 years, with at least 800 to 1000 square feet of open space available for pottery business. The scheme is implemented by the relevant Gujarat State Government Department and applications are accepted through prescribed application forms with required details and certificates.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 100% financial assistance is provided on development of the kiln with unit cost of ₹83,000/-.
Technology Provision:
 Energy-efficient furnaces are provided to improve productivity and quality.
Health Benefits:
 Reduced health risks for pottery artisans through improved technology.

Mode and Frequency of Disbursement
The assistance will be given only in the form of an energy saving furnace.
No assistance related to the kiln will be paid in cash.

Conditions for Availment/Continuation
The energy-saving furnace must be used only for pottery business.
Beneficiaries must send a report about the utility of the furnace to the organization every 3 months after the furnace is ready.
Cost of maintenance and repair of the furnace must be borne by the beneficiaries at their own expense after construction and installation.
Misuse of the furnace will result in legal action by the institute.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be registered clay artisans and potters eligible for the scheme on 100% subsidy basis.
- The applicant must be directly involved in the pottery business and carry out pottery activity.
- The applicant must be in the age group of 18 to 58 years.
- The applicant must be part of a group doing at least 2 (two) pottery.
- The applicant must have at least 800 to 1000 square feet of open space in their own rent lease or for at least five years on the date on which they apply for pottery business.
- The applicant must be associated with pottery in the state of Gujarat only.

**Post-Selection Conditions**

- The applicant must adhere to the policy rules of the institute as well as the norms regarding the construction of the kiln.
- The applicant must use the energy-saving furnace only for pottery business.
- The applicant must compulsorily use the energy-saving furnace as per the guarantee letter given unanimously.
Scheme for Awarding Fellowships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Awarding Fellowships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students&quot; launched by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide monthly financial assistance to qualified undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. students at Anand Agricultural University.

Benefits:
Undergraduate Students:
 ₹500/- per month for 12 months.
Postgraduate Students:
 ₹1,500/- per month for 12 months.
Ph.D. Student:
 ₹2,000/- per month for 12 months.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a regular full‑time student enrolled in an undergraduate/ postgraduate or Ph.D. program at Anand Agricultural University.
  - The student should not avail any other Scholarship/ Fellowship concurrently with this one.
  - The family income of the student should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- per year.
Construction of Water Storage Tanks for Drip Irrigation
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Construction of Water Storage Tanks for Drip Irrigation&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat,  aims to offer financial assistance to farmers for setting up cemented water tanks essential for efficient drip irrigation.  It supports sustainable agriculture through water conservation, especially for horticultural practices.

Benefits:
Unit cost of construction:
 ₹1,00,000/- per tank.
For General category farmers:
 50% subsidy, up to ₹50,000/-.
For SC/ST farmers: 
75% subsidy, up to ₹75,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
   1.  The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must plan to construct a cemented water storage tank of at least 25.50 cubic meters capacity.

> **Note:** Cemented mature water tanks, drip set mandatory.
Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC- Haryana
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme &quot;Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC&quot; is implemented by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) in collaboration with the National Safai Karamcharis Finance &amp; Development Corporation (NSKFDC). The HSFDC is a Company registered under the Companies Act, 1956 on 02.01.1971. It is a wholly Government-owned Corporation with a 51% share of the State Government and a 49% share of the Government of India.
Under this scheme, the loan is provided to Safai Karamchari and their dependents for projects with a maximum cost of up to ₹1,00,000/- per beneficiary for small and petty trade/business and various income-generating activities. The beneficiary should be between 18 and 55 years of age and should be either Safai Karamchari or his/her dependent, and permanent Safai Karamchari means a person engaged in, or employed for any sanitation work and includes his dependents.

Benefits:
Project Cost Ceiling:
The Corporation (HSFDC), in collaboration with NSKFDC, provides loans of up to ₹1,00,000/- per beneficiary for small and petty trade/business and various self-employment income-generating activities.
Margin Money:
•	The Corporation provides margin money @ 10% of the project cost.              
Subsidy:
The corporation provides a subsidy @ 50% of the total project cost (Maximum subsidy amount is ₹10,000/-).
Note:
 The subsidy is only provided to the beneficiary below the poverty line.
Interest criteria for the loan amount recoverable by HSFDC:
Upto Amount (₹)
Interest % P.A.
Penal Interest % P.A.
1,00,000/-
5
4

Interest Starts on
Penalty Start After
Principal Recovery Starts After
Installment Starts After
Installment Period
Same Day
30 Days
120 Days
120 Days
       30 Days

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

Details:
Through the Gargi Puraskar Yojana, girls are given incentives from the government to move forward in the field of education. Girls of all classes can take advantage of the scheme. The amount of this scheme will be given every year on Basant Panchami.
<br>

The girl students who will get the benefit of the scheme in class 10th will be required to enrol in the school in classes 11th and 12th. And the government will give the amount to the beneficiary girl child through a check, so it is mandatory for the girl child to have a bank account. You can apply for the scheme online.

Benefits:
Payable for 11 & 12 class girl students: Rs. 3,000/- each year on the day of Basant Panchami. 

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The student must have secured minimum 75% marks in class 10th.
1. The girl student should be studying regularly in class 11 or 12.
1. There is no restriction on income, occupation and caste etc. of the parents of the student.
Assistance to Farmers in Purchasing Nano Fertilizers Under the Agricultural Assistance Program for Farmers Other than Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Assistance to Farmers in Purchasing Nano Fertilizers Under the Agricultural Assistance Program for Farmers Other than Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial aid to non-SC/ST farmers in Gujarat to help them purchase Nano Fertilizers. By encouraging the use of efficient and innovative agricultural inputs, the scheme strives to boost farm productivity, improve crop yields, and raise the overall economic well-being of farmers.

Benefits:
Up to 50% of the purchased price per hectare or ₹750/- (within a maximum limit of 4 hectares per account.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a farmer.
  - The applicant must belong to the General category (i.e., not SC or ST).
  - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
Saraswati Sadhana Yojana to Socially and Educationally Backward Girls studying in Class 9th
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "Saraswati Sadhana Yojana to Socially and Educationally Backward Girls studying in Class 9"  is a welfare scheme by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Gujarat. The scheme offers free bicycles to girls enrolled in Class 9 in government and grant-in-aided schools, facilitating easier access to education and encouraging regular school attendance. This physical aid helps in improving educational participation and empowering female students from Socially and Educationally Backward classes.

Benefits:
Free bicycle provided to each eligible girl student.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant must be a female student.
  - The applicant must be studying in Class 9th.
  - The applicant must be enrolled in a government or grant-in-aided school in Gujarat.
  - The applicant must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
  - The applicant&#39;s family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum.
Scholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Scholarship for Ph.D. Students of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes” scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) students pursuing M.Phil. or Ph.D. to encourage higher education and research.

Benefits:
Scholarship Assistance:
₹25,000/- for students pursuing M.Phil.
₹1,00,000/- for students preparing Ph.D thesis.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
1. The applicant should be pursuing M.Phil or Ph.D at a recognized institution.
1. The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.
Swayam Saksham Yojana (GTKVN)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Swayam Saksham Yojana&quot; is implemented by the Gujarat Thakor and Koli Vikas Nigam (GTKVN) under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to promote economic self-reliance among professionally educated unemployed youth (both men and women) from the Thakor and Koli communities, aged between 18 and 35 years, who hold degrees in fields such as Pharmacy, Architecture, Software/Hardware, Automobile Engineering, Law, Chartered Accountancy, and others.
Under this scheme, financial assistance in the form of low-interest loans is provided to eligible beneficiaries who have completed higher professional education and wish to become self-reliant by starting their own business in their respective fields. It specifically supports individuals trained in professional fields like medicine, law, engineering, accounting, hotel management, and even wrestling or sculpture, to use their skills for gainful self-employment.

Benefits:
Loan Amount:
Up to ₹5,00,000/-.
Interest Rate:
5% per annum.
Contribution Split:
95% of the business/project cost is covered under the scheme as a loan.
5% contribution must be made by the beneficiary.
Loan Repayment Terms:
Repayable in 60 equal monthly installments (maximum 5 years).
The repayment period depends on the nature of the business plan.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Thakor or Koli caste/community. 
   1. The applicant should be between 18 and 35 years of age on the date of application.
   1. The applicant should have technical/professional education or experience in the field of business/trade.
   1. The applicant should be unemployed and looking to start a self-employment unit.
   1. The applicant family’s annual income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
   1. The applicant should have completed professional education in areas such as Medical, Law, Architecture, Engineering, Chartered Accountancy, Hotel Management, Software/Hardware, Financial Consultancy, Sculpture or Wrestling (with training) etc.

> **Note:**

Out of total loans disbursed, at least 50% will be allocated to families with income up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Uniform Assistance for Economically Backward Class Students Studying in Class 1st to 8th
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Uniform Assistance for Economically Backward Class Students Studying in Class 1st to 8th&quot; by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to support students from economically weaker backgrounds 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 Economically Weaker Sections.
Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups (DAADC)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups" is implemented by the Dr. Ambedkar Antyodaya Development Corporation (DAADC) under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to promote self-employment among Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals and Antyodaya Self-Help Groups by providing microloans for starting small-scale businesses. Under this scheme, unemployed individuals from SC communities receive financial assistance to become self-reliant through entrepreneurship.

Benefits:
Loan Amount:
 Up to ₹50,000/- (maximum ₹5,00,000/-)
Interest Rate:
 6% annually
Loan Tenure:
 36 months (3 years)
State Government Share:
 95%  (₹47,500/-)
Beneficiary Share:
 5% (₹2,500/-)
Guarantor:
 Not required
Possible Installment amount : 
₹1,445/- per month.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) community.
1. The applicant must be part of an Antyodaya (AAY) family.
1. The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should be a self-help group of unemployed persons. 
1. The applicant must be a member of a registered self-help group (SHG) or apply individually with valid business intent.
Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP): Electrification of Wells of Scheduled Caste Farmers
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Utility & Sanitation
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP): Electrification of Wells of Scheduled Caste Farmers" was launched by the Energy and Petrochemicals Department, Government of Gujarat, with financial allocation starting from the year 2016-17, to provide agricultural electricity connection to Scheduled Caste farmers on a priority basis. The scheme provides electrification of agriculture wells of Scheduled Caste Farmers. Free domestic electricity connections are also provided to Scheduled Caste beneficiaries. The applicant must be a Scheduled Caste farmer. The applications for this scheme are accepted at the Subdivisional Office or via the All Discom Website.

Benefits:
Electrification of agriculture wells of the farmer.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant must be a farmer.
- The applicant must be from a Scheduled Caste.
Loan For Foreign Study (E.B.C.) 
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Loan for Foreign Study (E.B.C.)" was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide students belonging to the Educationally Backward Class (E.B.C.) with financial assistance for higher education abroad. The scheme provides a maximum loan of ₹15,00,000/- (Rupees Fifteen Lakh) for higher studies in foreign countries. The applications for this scheme are accepted online via the official website [https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/](https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/).

Benefits:
Financial Assistance
A maximum Foreign Study Loan of ₹15,00,000/- is provided for higher education abroad.
The loan is offered at a simple annual interest rate of 4%.
The loan covers costs such as air tickets, registration fees, tuition fees, education fees, hostel fees, books, and other expenses associated with the first year of the course abroad.
Disbursement Conditions
The full loan amount of ₹15,00,000/- will be disbursed to the student in a single installment.
The money will be deposited into the student's bank account after the submission of the original registered mortgage deed.
Post-Selection Obligations
After the sanction order is received, the student's parent or guardian must obtain the prescribed mortgage deed form from the District Office.
The property presented by the student's parent/guardian or the guarantor must be registered as a mortgage in favor of the government.
The loan repayment must begin one year after the completion of the student's study.
The loan must be repaid in monthly or quarterly installments.
The principal loan amount must be fully repaid within a maximum period of 10 years.
The interest amount must be fully repaid within a maximum period of 2 years.
The student must ensure all required documentation is completed within the prescribed time limit.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must belong to the Educationally Backward Class (S.E.B.C.).
- The applicant's family annual income must be less than ₹10,00,000/-.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 60% or more marks in 12th standard.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 50% marks if they belong to Notified Tribes/De-notified Tribes (NT/DNT), More Backward, or Extremely Backward categories.
- The applicant must be pursuing higher education abroad.
- The applicant must be pursuing a Diploma, Graduate, Post Graduate, Post Graduate Diploma, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), or higher-level courses in any field.
- The course must be for a minimum duration of 1 (one) academic year or more, or at least two semesters.
- The applicant must apply before traveling abroad or within six months of arriving abroad.
- The applicant must submit one solvent guarantor.
Scholarship Scheme for Students Studying in Government Colleges 
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Scholarship Scheme for Students Studying in Government Colleges” was implemented by the Education Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to encourage higher education by providing financial support to meritorious students in government colleges. Under this scheme, students of Science, Commerce, and Arts streams receive annual scholarships to pursue higher education.

Benefits:
Scholarships are provided to students:
Science stream: ₹3,000 per annum.
Commerce stream: ₹2,000 per annum.
Arts stream: ₹1,000 per annum.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat state. 
1. The applicant must be a student.
1. The applicant must be studying in a government college in Gujarat.
1. The applicant must be pursuing higher education in Arts, Commerce, or Science stream.
1. The applicant must have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination.
1. The applicant should have secured a rank in the first, second, or third position at the university level in Arts, Commerce, or Science.
Best Book Award
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The Best Book Award scheme by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, promotes high-quality literary creation and recognition of literary talent. It awards the best books published each calendar year in various languages through the Gujarat Sahitya Akademi. Under this scheme, the first prize includes ₹11,000 along with a certificate and shield; the second prize includes ₹7,000 with a certificate and shield; and the third prize includes ₹5,000, also with a certificate and shield. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Sahitya Akademi.

Benefits:
Monetary Benefits:
First Prize: 
₹11,000/-.
Second Prize:
 ₹7,000/-.
Third Prize:
 ₹5,000/-.
Other Benefits:
Certificate of Achievement
Commemorative Shield

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be an author.
  - The applicant’s book should have been published within the relevant calendar year.
  - The applicant’s book should be written in a language recognised by the Gujarat Sahitya Academy.

> **Note:** 


  - Prizes are awarded to the best books in the respective language published by Cha Sahitya Academy every calendar year.
  - The scheme is applicable to Gujarat as well as across the country.
Bankable Scheme
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "Bankable Scheme" is implemented by the Gujarat Scheduled Caste Development Corporation (GSCDC) under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to scheduled caste persons for self-employment opportunities. Under this scheme, loans are provided for business, industry, or service activities, along with a subsidy of 50% of the loan amount or a maximum of ₹50,000/-. For setting up or expanding self-employment ventures in areas like animal husbandry, tailoring, groceries, beauty parlors, carpentry, RCC centering, footwear, bamboo work, embroidery, and other small-scale trades.

Benefits:
Loan assistance up to ₹2,00,000/- for businesses, industries, and service activities.
Maximum loan of ₹1,00,000/- for business and ₹1,00,000/- for the industry/service sector individually.
Subsidy of 50% of the loan amount or up to ₹50,000/-, whichever is lower.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be from a scheduled caste.
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant's age must be between 18 to 60 years.
1. The applicant must be unemployed.
1. The applicant must be capable of undertaking business activity**.**1. The applicant must not be a defaulter of any financial institution.
1. The applicant's annual income must not exceed ₹1,50,000/- (if residing in urban area) and ₹1,20,000/- (if residing in rural area).
Scheme for Providing Incentives to Coaches of Athletes who have Won Competitions at the National and International Levels
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Scheme for Providing Incentives to Coaches of Athletes who have Won Competitions at the National and International Levels” scheme was launched by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to honour coaches who have significantly contributed to the success of athletes in the field of sports. Under this scheme, financial incentives are provided to coaches of athletes who have won competitions at national and international levels.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, financial incentives of up to 10% of the prize money awarded are provided to coaches of winning players in national and international level competitions, subject to a maximum limit of ₹10 lakh.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be domiciled in the State of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must be a coach of an athlete/player who has won a national or international level competition.
   1. The scheme is applicable to coaches of players who have received cash sports talent awards in the year 2015-16 and onwards.
   1. The coach should be employed in the Sports Department of the State Government on a permanent or contract basis.
   1. The coach must have trained at least five players.
   1. The coach must provide supporting evidence from the players who have undergone training.
   1. Online, postal, or telephonic coaching will not be considered.
Vikaas-Day Care Scheme For Person with Disability Children
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
Vikaas is a Day care scheme, launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities , Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Govt. of India, primarily to expand the range of opportunities available to a person with disability attaining the age of 10 years for enhancing interpersonal and vocational skills as they are on a transition to higher age groups.Registered Organisation(RO) centre will also offer caregiving support to Person with Disability(PwD) during the time the PwD is in the Vikaas centre. In addition it also helps in supporting family members of the PwDs with disabilities covered under the National Trust Act to get some time during the day to fulfil other responsibilities.

Benefits:
Day Care: 
RO should provide day-care facilities to PwDs for at least 6 hours in a day(between 8 am to 6 pm) along with age specific activities.
Staffing:
 Interpersonal and vocational skills would be provided for the betterment of the children.
Counselling:
 Counselling and guidance especially for Activities for Daily Living (ADL)must be provided to parents or guardians of PwDs. RO should provide assistance to PwDs for further training, education and employment.
Transport Facilities (OPTIONAL):
 RO can also provide transportation facilities to PwDs in case it so desires. The National Trust will provide additional transport allowance to RO only for PwDs who are availing transport facilities provided by RO.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Beneficiary should be of the age of 10 years or more
1. Beneficiary should have one of the disabilities under the  [National Trust Act, 1999](https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3300891a62162b960cf02ce3827bb363c/uploads/2024/09/20240918793880368.pdf), which are Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilitities.1. Beneficiary should not be simultaneously enrolled under Samarth or Gharaunda scheme.
Pandit Omkarnath Music Competition
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Pandit Omkarnath Music Competition" was launched by the Department of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to honour the memory of Pandit Omkarnath and promote classical music among young artists by organizing competitive platforms for singing, vocal, and percussion performances, addressing the need to nurture and recognize classical music talent in the state. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities, Gujarat. The applications for this scheme are accepted offline.

Benefits:
Classical music artists are provided with the opportunity to participate in organized competitions for singing, vocal, and percussion performances.
Competitions are organized separately for two age categories: 12 to 19 years and 20 to 35 years, ensuring age-appropriate competition levels.
The scheme provides a platform for recognition and promotion of classical music talent in the state of Gujarat.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant must be between 12 to 19 years of age or between 20 to 35 years of age.
- The applicant must be a classical music artist.
- The applicant must specialize in singing, vocal performance, or percussion instruments.