pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Fodder Development Scheme For Gram Panchayat, Gaushala And Panjarpol Having Gauchar Land
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Fodder Development Scheme For Gram Panchayat, Gaushala And Panjarpol Having Gauchar Land&quot; launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare &amp; Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to improve the fertility and productivity of gauchar land by supporting activities like removal of weeds, ploughing, sowing of fodder seeds, and fencing. By enhancing the availability of green fodder, the scheme not only boosts milk production and cattle health but also improves the rural environment and creates employment.

Benefits:

Component
Standard of Assistance
Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Constituent Benefits
Fodder Development Scheme for Gram Panchayat, Gaushala and Panjarapol having gauchar land	
For developing cow pastures in an area of up to 20 hectares are assisted with 75% of per hectare expenditure up to a maximum of ₹75,000/- i.e. A maximum assistance of ₹15,00,000/- for a total of 20 hectares.
The benefit of this scheme will be available only once.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. Village panchayats having land for gauchar, gaushala and panjrapoles 
   1. Gauchar, gaushala and panjrapoles must be registered under the Public Charity Act.
Nalanda Award
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Nalanda Award&quot; implemented by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat, aims to honor organizations that have significantly contributed to the upliftment of socially and educationally backward communities. This state-level recognition encourages continued efforts in the field of social welfare and highlights best practices that can be replicated across the state.

Benefits:
Financial assistance to the selected organization.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The organization must have made outstanding contributions in the field of social welfare.
  - The welfare work should benefit socially and educationally backward classes (SEBC).
Construction of Sports Infrastructure Facilities (Badminton, Table Tennis, Squash, Indoor Cricket, Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Hockey, and Swimming) in Private Sector
Category: Sports & Culture, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Construction of Sports Infrastructure Facilities” was launched by the Department of Sports, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide grants for the construction of sports infrastructure facilities, including Badminton, Table Tennis, Squash, Indoor Cricket, Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Hockey, and Swimming, in the private sector.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, 25% of the total cost of the infrastructure, or up to a maximum of ₹50.00 lakh, is provided as a grant.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
Atma Nirbhar Pashu Palan Yojana
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Arunachal Pradesh

Details:
The scheme &quot;Atma Nirbhar Pashu Palan Yojna (ANPPY)&quot;, implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Veterinary &amp; Dairy Development, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, aims to enhance rural livelihoods, promote sustainable animal husbandry practices, and contribute to self-reliance in the livestock sector. Under this scheme, financial assistance in the form of credit-linked support is provided to unemployed individuals, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), farmers&#39; clubs, cooperative societies, and Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) for livestock rearing and allied activities.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, financial assistance in the form of credit-linked support is provided to eligible beneficiaries for livestock rearing and allied activities.

Eligibility Criteria:
The following beneficiaries are eligible under this scheme:

  - Arunachal State Rural Livelihoods Mission (ArSRLM) promoted Self-Help Groups (SHGs), individuals, Farmers&#39; Clubs, Registered Cooperative Societies, and Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) will be eligible.
  - Individuals should belong to the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) category and be unemployed.
Quality Certification Assistance Scheme
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The Quality Certification Assistance Scheme, launched by the Industries and Commerce Department, Government of Haryana, is designed to help MSMEs in the state meet global quality standards. In today's competitive environment, adopting quality management systems is essential to improving productivity, market reach, and credibility. This scheme supports enterprises by reimbursing a part of the expenditure incurred in acquiring nationally and internationally recognized certifications.
The scheme is applicable to MSMEs operating anywhere in Haryana that are in commercial production and registered with the District Industries Centre. Eligible units must submit an online application within three months from the date of obtaining the certification.

Benefits:
The scheme offers 75% reimbursement of the cost, up to a maximum of ₹1,00,000/- for certifications approved by the Quality Council of India. These include ISO, HACCP, BSI, WHO-GMP, ZED, TS, and Hallmark certifications. The financial assistance is over and above the support already provided by the Government of India.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The unit should not have been placed in the restrictive list as notified by the State government from time to time.
1. The unit should have obtained NOC/CLU from competent Authority if applicable.
1. The unit should be in commercial production.
1. The unit should be in regular production at the time of disbursement and the subsidy shall not be released to the closed unit.
Incentive Scheme for Establishment of New Super Specialty Hospital in Private Sector
Category: Transport & Infrastructure, Health & Wellness
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
Launched on 13th December 2016, the "Incentive Scheme for Establishment of New Super Specialty Hospital in Private Sector" by the Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to address the shortage of high-end medical facilities in remote areas by incentivizing private and non-governmental organizations to establish super specialty hospitals. The scheme provides 10% capital subsidy on medical equipment loans (up to ₹10 crore), 4% interest subvention (max ₹40 crore loan) for 7 years, and reimbursement of electricity duty for 5 years. Eligible entities include registered doctors, firms, trusts, and corporations.

Benefits:
Capital Subsidy
10% of bank loans for medical equipment (max ₹10 crore).
Disbursed post-hospital operationalization.
Interest Subvention
4% interest relief on loans up to ₹40 crore for 7 years.
Paid in 6 annual installments after a 1-year grace period.
Electricity Duty Reimbursement
100% reimbursement for 5 years (quarterly claims).
Employment Generation
Mandates hiring qualified medical/paramedical staff.
Disbursement
Capital Subsidy:
 After Equipment Installation and Hospital Launch.
Interest Subvention:
 Annual Installments Post 1-Year Grace Period.
Electricity Reimbursement:
 Quarterly Claims.


Eligibility Criteria:
> **The Following Entities Are Eligible**


- Registered Doctors (Gujarat Medical Council).
- Partnership Firms, Companies, Trusts, Societies, Cooperatives.

> **Hospital Requirements**


- 50+ Total Beds,including 10+ Super Specialty Beds.
- Covers Specialties Like Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, etc. (List Expandable by Government).

> **Loan Conditions**


- Only Loans for Construction/Equipment (Excludes Land/Working Capital).
COP-37 (General Area) 50% Capital Subsidy Scheme for Project of Taluka & District Co-op. Purchase Sale Union
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;COP-37 (General Area) 50% Capital Subsidy Scheme for Project of Taluka &amp; District Co-op. Purchase Sale Union&quot; by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to strengthen the financial base of cooperative buying and selling unions in talukas and districts by providing 50% capital assistance with a maximum limit of ₹20,00,000/- for a wide range of agricultural projects. These projects include procurement of inputs like fertilizers and seeds, as well as infrastructure and service improvements such as processing, grading, cleaning, washing, shorting, packaging, branding, storage, and marketing of agricultural produce. By empowering these cooperative institutions, the scheme seeks to ensure better quality services and economic benefits for farmers and primary agricultural credit societies.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 Provides a 50% capital subsidy to cooperative unions, with a maximum limit of ₹20,00,000/-.
Improved Services for Farmers:
 Enables unions to offer better and more diverse services to farmers, such as providing quality agricultural inputs, procuring produce at support prices, and offering modern processing and storage facilities.
Enhanced Infrastructure:
 Supports the development of infrastructure like storage godowns, processing units, and marketing channels, which benefits the entire agricultural supply chain.
Increased Market Access:
 Helps unions establish better marketing and branding of agricultural produce, potentially leading to better prices for farmers' products.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. Taluka or District Cooperative Purchase and Sale Associations are eligible under this scheme.
1. Taluka and District Purchase and Sale Associations should have their own land.
Scheme for Granting Assistance to Processing Units in APMC (General Area)
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Scheme for Granting Assistance to Processing Units in APMC (General Area)&quot; by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to encourage establishment of agro and food processing units in the general areas of Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) to increase farmers’ income, reduce post-harvest losses, generate employment opportunities, and improve supply chain efficiencies. The scheme provides financial assistance in the form of capital subsidy to co-operatives institutions that set up processing units.

Benefits:
Variable Grant Amount: 
The grant percentage is tailored to the needs of different market committees, offering 25% for 'A' and 'B' class committees and 50% for 'C' and 'D' class committees.
Maximum Assistance: 
The maximum financial assistance provided under the scheme is capped at ₹1,50,00,000/-, ensuring substantial support for eligible projects.


Eligibility Criteria:
-  Co-operative institutions are eligible under this scheme.
  - The institutions must set up a processing unit in the general area of an APMC.
Scheduled Castes Unsalaried Credit Co-operative Society and Credit and Supply Co-operative Scheme for Providing Managerial Assistance and Computer–Furniture to the Society
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme “Scheduled Castes Unsalaried Credit Co-operative Society and Credit and Supply Co-operative Scheme for Providing Managerial Assistance and Computer–Furniture to the Society” by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to promote the financial inclusion and operational efficiency of Scheduled Caste Savings and Credit Co-operative Societies by offering managerial support and necessary infrastructure. These societies, formed to serve members of the Scheduled Castes through loan and credit services, often lack resources to appoint qualified managers or procure essential office furniture and computer systems. Through this scheme, the government offers financial assistance to help societies pay managerial salaries and purchase basic office infrastructure.

Benefits:
Managerial Assistance:
 A maximum of ₹8,000/- per month is provided for an employee's salary, totaling Rs. 0.96 lakh per society on an annual basis.
Computer and Furniture Assistance: 
A maximum of Rs. 0.62 lakh per society is provided for the purchase of computers and furniture.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The society must be registered under the Co-operative Act.
  - The society must be a Scheduled Caste Savings and Credit Co-operative Society.
  - The society should be formed exclusively by members belonging to the Scheduled Castes.
  - The applicant society must be registered within the last three financial years prior to the application year.
Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Fish Seed Stocking - Gujarat
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries" with the component of "Fish seed Stocking", introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to Scheduled Caste (SC) people involved in inland fisheries activities. Through this scheme, 100% assistance for the cost of fish seed and transportation is provided to Scheduled Caste fish farmers and fishermen to boost fish farming and fishing activities in freshwater bodies. The scheme is implemented for the benefit of Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries, Government of Gujarat. > **Objectives:**


- To increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to scheduled caste (SC) people involved in inland fisheries activities.
- To boost fish farming or fishing activities in freshwater bodies by scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
- Fishing in reservoirs, aquaculture in ponds, and catch from rivers increase fish production and boost inland fisheries through scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
- The main objective is to provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state and increase fish production.

Benefits:
100% assistance is given to Scheduled Castes for the cost of fish seed and the total cost, including transportation.
Note: 
Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: 1 Year


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.
1. The applicant should be above 18 years of age.
1. The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities.
1. The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.
1. The applicant must have a bank account in their own name.
1. The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity. > **Preference/Reservation:**

The scheme specifically benefits Scheduled Caste fishermen under the inland fisheries scheme.
Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Scheme For Fish Sale Equipment - Gujarat
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries with the component scheme for Fish Sale Equipments, Gujarat" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to increase fish production and provide employment to Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals engaged in inland fisheries. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided for purchasing fish sale equipment to SC fish farmers and fishermen. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries, Government of Gujarat.
**Objectives:**

- To increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to scheduled caste (SC) people involved in inland fisheries activities.
- To boost fish farming or fishing activities in freshwater bodies by scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
- Fishing in reservoirs, aquaculture in ponds, and catch from rivers increase fish production and boost inland fisheries through scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
- The main objective is to provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state and increase fish production.

Benefits:
Assistance is provided at 50% of the total unit purchase cost of ₹15,000/-, which amounts to ₹7,500/-. 
This assistance covers four components: 
An insulated box (₹1,000/-), 
A box (₹500/-), 
A renkadi (₹5,000/-),
A weighing unit (₹1,000/-).

Frequency of Disbursement:
 This benefit can be availed once in a lifetime.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.
1. The applicant should be above 18 years of age.
1. The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities.
1. The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.
1. The applicant must have a bank account in their own name.
1. The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity. > **Preference/Reservation:**

The scheme specifically benefits Scheduled Caste fishermen under the inland fisheries scheme.
Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries: Boat Net Gujarat
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Assistance to Scheduled Castes for Fisheries", with the component of Boat Net, introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and providing employment to Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals involved in inland fisheries. Through this scheme, assistance is provided for boat nets, which are provided to Scheduled Caste fishermen and fish farmers. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries, Government of Gujarat.
**Objectives:**

- To increase fish production by rearing fish in reservoirs and provide employment to scheduled caste (SC) people involved in inland fisheries activities.
- To boost fish farming or fishing activities in freshwater bodies by scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
- Fishing in reservoirs, aquaculture in ponds, and catch from rivers increase fish production and boost inland fisheries through scheduled caste (SC) fish farmers and fishermen.
- The main objective is to provide employment opportunities to Scheduled Caste fishermen in the state and increase fish production.

Benefits:
Tin Boat-Net Unit:
 50% of unit cost or ₹7,500/- (Boat: ₹5,000/-; Net: ₹2,500/-), whichever is less.
F.R.P. (Fibre-Reinforced Plastic) Boat-Net Unit:
 50% of unit cost or ₹15,000/- (Boat: ₹12,500/-; Net: ₹2,500/-), whichever is less.
Conditions/Aspects/Criteria Associated:
 
Benefit amount is calculated based on 50% of the unit cost or the fixed maximum amount mentioned above, whichever is less.
Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits:
 6 Years


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) community.
1. The applicant should be above 18 years of age.
1. The applicant should be involved in inland fisheries activities.
1. The applicant can be an individual, a society, a self-help group, an association, a reservoir monopoly, or a private unit.
1. The applicant must have a bank account in their own name.
1. The applicant must have an Aadhar Card/Voter ID/Ration Card/Passport as proof of identity. > **Preference/Reservation:**

The scheme specifically benefits Scheduled Caste fishermen under the inland fisheries scheme.
Akhil Bhartiya Kisan Mela and Krishi Udyog Pradarshani
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The “Akhil Bhartiya Kisan Mela and Krishi Udyog Pradarshani” scheme is implemented by Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, under the Department of Agriculture, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide a platform for farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, and stakeholders to access, learn about, and showcase the latest agricultural innovations, technologies, and practices.

Benefits:
The Fair/Exhibition is organized twice a year on the university campus.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. Participants should be farmers, farmer entrepreneurs, or agriculture-related firms interested in showcasing and promoting the latest agricultural technologies.
Establishment of Cow Shelters
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Transport & Infrastructure
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;Establishment of Cow Shelters&quot; was introduced by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide proper shelter and care to unprofitable, abandoned, or roaming cattle by supporting eligible organizations in establishing and maintaining cow shelters with financial assistance from the state government.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, to provide proper shelter to unprofitable livestock abandoned by cattle rearers and roaming freely, the applicant organization will be eligible for a government grant of up to 90% of the total expenditure on non-recurring items, such as the construction of the main cowshed building, storage rooms, compound walls, drinking water systems, establishment of a plant for producing cow urine extract, biogas plants, and veterinary dispensaries. The maximum limit of the government grant is ₹25.00 lakh.


Eligibility Criteria:
For the establishment of cow shelters, applications will be accepted from the following non-governmental voluntary organizations registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860:

  - A charitable institution registered for the welfare of cattle and other animals, a charitable institution formed for the welfare of cattle without any profit motive, or a public trust not registered under any law.
  - Preference will be given to organizations with a minimum of 3 years of work experience and proven capacity.
  - Preference will also be given to applicant institutions that own land or have taken land on lease for at least 30 years.
  - For eligibility for the maintenance grant, the cowshed must shelter a minimum of 25 destitute, non-profitable bovine animals in hilly areas and a minimum of 50 in plain areas.
Youth and Eco Club
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Youth and Eco Club” is implemented under the Samagra Shiksha Programme by the Secondary Education Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices among students by organizing programmes and activities such as plastic reduction initiatives, kitchen gardening, etc. along with various competitions to engage and empower students in protecting the environment.

Benefits:
Under the Youth and Eco Club in schools, awareness programmes, competitions, and activities were organized on plastic reduction, kitchen gardening, tree plantation, environmental protection, waste management, cleanliness, and water conservation, etc.
Bagless Day and Environment Friendly Awareness.
Awareness Through Skits and Plays.
Poster makings, Paintings, Slogan writing etc. Competition and "Say No" to Single Use plastic.
Cleaning Drives of the School and Surrounding and Keeping Toilets Usable.
Composting Food Waste in the School.
Planting of Trees in Schools.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. All primary, upper primary, and secondary government schools in Uttarakhand are eligible.
Establishment of Cell for SC/ST
Category: Science, IT & Communications
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Establishment of Cell for SC/ST” is implemented by the Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST) under the Science and Technology, Government of Uttarakhand. It aims to establish a dedicated cell to empower the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities of Uttarakhand by addressing their fundamental challenges through scientific and technological interventions, promoting sustainable development, enhancing traditional knowledge, and providing skill development and entrepreneurship opportunities for inclusive growth.

Benefits:
The project “Establishment of Cell for SC/ST” is being implemented by UCOST in collaboration with the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. Benefits-
To address the basic problems of all Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities living in the 13 districts of Uttarakhand through scientific applications.
To promote sustainable development among Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes through various scientific applications, guiding them towards proper development.
To enhance the traditional knowledge system through innovation by providing skill development and entrepreneurship training.
To establish a database of technologies and map the basic resources of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The beneficiaries must belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe community residing in any of the 13 districts of the Kumaon and Garhwal divisions of Uttarakhand.

(Mainly: more than 50% of the population)
House of Himalayas
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme &quot;House of Himalayas&quot; has been launched by the Department of Rural Development, Government of Uttarakhand. It aims to provide a new identity to local Himalayan products of Uttarakhand by improving their branding, marketing, quality and packaging, and supporting them to reach national and international markets.

Benefits:
New Recognition for Local Products:
 Under the House of the Himalayas banner, various products from Uttarakhand are gaining recognition at both national and international levels. This initiative will help establish local brands on the global stage.
Women's Empowerment:
 Women associated with self-help groups (SHGs) across all districts of the state are becoming economically empowered. This initiative provides them with employment opportunities and financial independence.
Market Access and Expansion:
 The House of Himalayas focuses on branding, marketing, quality improvement, and packaging of its products. This enables local products to reach larger markets.
Quality Control: 
Quality Control: Plans have been made to ensure quality control through Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Livelihood Collectives (LCs), and Cluster Level Federations (CLFs).


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must be a member of a Self-Help Group (SHG), a Community-Based Organization (CBO), a woman entrepreneur, a Local Collective (LC), or a Cluster Level Federation (CLF) formed under any scheme run by the various departments of the Government of Uttarakhand.
IT Incubation Centre - Information Technology Development Agency
Category: Science, IT & Communications
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “IT Incubation Centre” is implemented by the Information Technology Development Agency (ITDA) under Department of Information Technology, Government of Uttarakhand. It aims to promote entrepreneurship and innovation in the fields of Information Technology, Medical Technology, Electronics, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, and related sectors by providing a supportive ecosystem for startups.

Benefits:
The Incubation Center provides support to new startups in developing their businesses and solving related problems. The Center supports startups in the IT, medical, and electronics sectors in developing their innovative ideas and ventures.
The Incubation Center provides startups with workspace and provides them with internet access, selected medical equipment, and infrastructure. The Center's mission is to support new startups and their needs, helping them grow and increase their productivity.
The IT Incubation Center provides business and technical services, especially in the early stages, to startup companies by offering laboratory facilities, mentorship, networking, and other necessary services.
Incubation centers help startups reduce risks and improve their chances of success.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. Startups registered in Uttarakhand, along with IT and medical students (especially those involved in Skill Development, IT &amp; AI, Travel &amp; Tourism, Healthcare, Technology, and Bio-Robotics), are eligible to avail the benefits offered by the Incubation Centre.
Construction of NABARD-Funded Minor Irrigation Projects - Uttarakhand
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The scheme “Construction of NABARD-Funded Minor Irrigation Projects” is implemented by the Department of Minor Irrigation, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide farmers with free and reliable irrigation facilities by constructing NABARD-funded minor irrigation projects, so that water availability improves and farming becomes easier and more productive.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, farmers will be provided free irrigation facilities. The following works will be undertaken to provide irrigation facilities to the farmers under the scheme:
Solar Pump Irrigation Scheme
Pipeline / Water Channel (Gool)
Water Storage Tank / Geo-lined Tank
Construction of Check Dam (Hilly Areas)
Small Gated Weir (Plains Areas)


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The beneficiary must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The beneficiary must be a farmer engaged in agricultural activities.
   1. Under the scheme, collective irrigation projects are constructed.
   1. Projects that are beneficial and essential, with a cost of ₹4.00 lakh per hectare and a benefit-cost ratio of more than 1.0, are included.
   1. Check dams are constructed at suitable locations based on the proposals received and the survey conducted.
Affordable Housing Component in Partnership of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) under Uttarakhand Housing Policy Rules, 2024
Category: Housing & Shelter
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The “Affordable Housing Component in Partnership” is a scheme component of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) under Uttarakhand Housing Policy Rules, 2024, implemented by the Housing Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide affordable pucca housing with basic amenities to lower-income groups individuals in Uttarakhand through a partnership model under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban).

Benefits:
Under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, assistance is provided for constructing housing in four ways:
In-situ Slum Redevelopment
Credit-Linked Subsidy
Affordable Housing in Partnership
Beneficiary-led Individual House Construction or Enhancement
The benefits, eligibility, and process for the above-mentioned point (3) “Affordable Housing Component in Partnership” are as follows:
Under this scheme, individuals belonging to the lower-income group residing in the state are provided with a pucca house with a carpet area of up to 30 sq. m. along with basic amenities such as electricity, drinking water, etc. Currently, the Housing Department has proposed the construction of 15,960 EWS (Economically Weaker Section) houses under approximately 20 projects across various cities in the state.
For the ongoing projects, the sale price per housing unit has been fixed at ₹6.00 lakh, of which ₹1.50 lakh will be provided by the Central Government, ₹1.50 lakh by the State Government, and the remaining ₹3.00 lakh per unit will be borne by the beneficiary. In addition, to ensure timely completion of the projects, the State Government has also provided VGF (Viability Gap Funding) of ₹50,000 per unit.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The beneficiary must have an annual income of less than ₹3 lakh.
   1. The beneficiary must be a citizen of India.
   1. The beneficiary must have been residing in Uttarakhand prior to 17.06.2015 (residence certificate must be provided).
   1. The beneficiary must not own a house anywhere in India.
   1. Registration must be completed on the portal of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India: [https://pmaymis.gov.in/](https://pmaymis.gov.in/).    1. Registration can be done through the concerned Municipal Corporation office, Urban Development Office, or through Project Developers/Authorities.
   1. As per the Uttarakhand Housing Policy, only individuals whose registration has been completed on the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) portal and who have been issued a Unique Identification Number are eligible for house allotment under this scheme.
Scheme for Construction of Ideal Fish Pond in Hilly Areas
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The “Scheme for Construction of Ideal Fish Pond in Hilly Areas” was introduced by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to encourage individuals and groups to construct fish ponds by providing financial assistance and to promote sustainable fish farming while enhancing livelihood opportunities in the hilly regions of the state.

Benefits:
Under this scheme:
Pond clusters (a minimum of 10 ponds must be built at one location) are created to better utilize water resources in mountainous areas, individuals of all castes are eligible to receive a 50% grant for pond construction and the first year’s investment, including fish hatchery and feed. A single individual can construct up to 10 ponds, or a group of individuals may construct them collectively.
Free technical assistance is provided for rearing fish species with high growth rates.
Individual beneficiaries are eligible for a grant for pond construction up to 500 cubic meters, with a maximum grant amount of ₹2.5 lakh.
For a society, group, federation, or mangal dal, a maximum grant of ₹5 lakh is provided for pond construction up to 1000 cubic meters.
Beneficiaries are required to contribute the remaining 50% of the cost from their own resources or through a bank loan.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. All caste categories, both women and men from the hilly areas of Uttarakhand who are interested in or engaged in fish production, are eligible under this scheme.
   1. The beneficiary must have land or leased land and an available water supply source within the state.
   1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland): Backyard Ornamental Fish Rearing Unit - Gujarat
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme “Backyard Ornamental Fish Rearing Unit” is a component under the “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY-Inland)” scheme, implemented by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to promote the rearing of ornamental fish and accelerate inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies, also increasing inland fish production. The scheme also employs people involved in inland fisheries activities. The scheme is implemented by the Commissioner of Fisheries of the State Governments, with 60% contribution from the Government of India and 40% from the Government of Gujarat.
> **Objective:** 


  - Assistance is provided for accelerating inland fish farming activities in freshwater bodies, increasing inland fish production and boosting inland fisheries. 
  - Except for water bodies or ponds, in less land, less water, Biofloc with source as well, Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS). By creating fish tanks with this method, more fish production can be obtained in less land and less water. If more beneficiaries get the benefit of the subsidy of this scheme, more fish production can be achieved with less water sources and less land.
  - Inland fish production capacity can be increased by the establishment of freshwater hatcheries.

Benefits:
This scheme provides financial assistance for setting up a Backyard Ornamental Fish Rearing Unit, with a project cost of ₹3,00,000/- per unit.
For the General Category:
 the scale of assistance is 40% of the unit cost or 40% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
For Women, Scheduled Castes (SC), and Scheduled Tribes (ST) categories: 
the scale of assistance is 60% of the unit cost or 60% of the actual cost, whichever is less.
Mode of Disbursement:
 60% of the government contribution is from the Government of India, and 40% is from the State Government.
Frequency of Disbursement:
 The benefit can be availed once in a lifetime.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be an individual, society, self-help group, association, reservoir lease holder, or private entity involved in inland fisheries activities.
1. The applicant must be above 18 years of age.
1. The applicant must have their own bank account.
1. The applicant must have their own private land or a minimum 10-year lease agreement for land to avail construction-related assistance on land. In case of co-owners, the consent form of co-owners must be submitted.
1. The applicant must have a Voter ID/Ration Card/Aadhaar Card/Passport as proof of identity.

> **Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:**


- All categories (General, Women, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe) will receive benefits under the Inland Schemes.
- Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries are required to have a Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe certificate to avail benefits under the inland components.
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban: Individual House Construction Component - Beneficiary Led Construction (BLC) Uttarakhand
Category: Housing & Shelter
Level: State | State: Uttarakhand

Details:
The “Individual House Construction Component – Beneficiary Led Construction” scheme is a component of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), implemented by the Nagar Nigam Dehradun under the Department of Urban Development, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to eligible urban families for constructing a pucca house on their own land or for improving their existing kutcha or weak houses.

Benefits:
Under the scheme, a grant of ₹2 lakh is provided to approved beneficiaries in installments, based on the progress of housing construction. Of this amount, ₹50,000/- is provided by the State Government and ₹1,50,000/- by the Government of India.
As per Hon’ble Chief Minister’s Announcement No. 458/2022, beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) are provided an additional incentive of ₹5,000/- for home decoration upon completion of the house.


Eligibility Criteria:
The following are the eligibility criteria to avail the benefits of the scheme:

   1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must have been residing in the city from which he/she wishes to receive the benefit on or before 17th June 2015.
   1. The applicant, or any member of their family, must not own a house in their name anywhere in India. (Here, a house refers to a habitable unit suitable for all-weather living.)
   1. The annual family income must not exceed ₹3 lakh.
   1. The applicant must not have received any benefit for residential housing under any other Central, State, or externally aided scheme.
   1. The applicant must have a legally owned plot of land or an existing kutcha/weak residential structure on which they wish to construct a pucca house.
Bharat Steel Awards
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Steel

Details:
The scheme “Bharat Steel Awards” has been implemented by the Ministry of Steel, Government of India. It aims to honour organisations and individuals for exemplary performance and significant contributions to the Indian steel sector. Through this scheme, recognition in the form of awards and incentives is provided to steel companies, industry teams, and individuals contributing to sectoral growth and transformation.

Benefits:
Each award is provided in the form of a Certificate, a trophy, and a Cash Prize.
Efficiency Award:
 ₹1,00,000/-, applicable only to Secondary Steel Producers.
Innovation Through Research and Development Award:
 ₹1,00,000/-, applicable only to Secondary Steel Producers.
Exceptional Contribution in Steel Sector Award (Individual Category): 
₹3,00,000/- per award.
The cash prize is applicable only to awardees under the Small Scale Industry (SSI) category and the Individual category. The cash prize is not applicable to Integrated Steel Producers (ISPs).
Number of Awardees
: 12


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be an Indian steel company, team, or individual, as applicable under the award category.

> **Eligibility for Company and Team Categories:**

> (Applicable for Efficiency Award, Export Award, Sustainability Award, Indigenization Award, Innovation Through Research and Development Award, and Safety Award)


1. The applicant must be an Indian Steel Company or Team, whether a Public Sector Undertaking or a Private Sector. 
1. The applicant must fall under one of the following production categories based on crude steel production capacity:


- Large Scale Producers: Production capacity greater than 1 Million Tonnes Per Annum. 
- Secondary Steel Producers: Production capacity less than 1 Million Tonnes Per Annum. 

> **Exceptional Contribution Award:**


1. The applicant must be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent qualification.
1. The applicant must have made an exceptional and transformative contribution to the Indian steel sector.
1. The contribution may include pioneering research, technological development, policy advocacy, industry leadership, or lifetime service.
1. The contribution must have a demonstrable impact in the past 10 years.
1. The applicant's age must be 25-60 years.
Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Science, IT & Communications
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Ayush

Details:
The scheme "Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana" by the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India aims to ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of Ayush medicines through providing financial assistance for upgrading pharmacies, laboratories, and regulatory frameworks to the intended beneficiaries, including government and private Ayush drug manufacturers and testing units.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance for Infrastructure and Technology:
1. State Government / UT Government ASU&H Pharmacies and ASU&H Public Sector Units (PSUs):
Funding Support: Up to ₹6,00,00,000/- per unit.
2. State Government / UT Government ASU&H Drug Testing Laboratories and Government Research Council Laboratories:
Funding Support: Up to ₹3,00,00,000/- per laboratory.
3. Private ASU&H Pharmacies:
Funding Support: 50% of the project cost, limited to ₹3,00,00,000/-.
4. Private ASU&H Drug Testing Laboratories / In-house Quality Control Laboratories of GMP-Certified Manufacturing Units:
Funding Support: 50% of the project cost, limited to ₹1,50,00,000/-.
Pharmacovigilance Support: 
Support for pharmacovigilance activities and surveillance of misleading advertisements.
Regulatory Strengthening:
Ayush vertical in CDSCO: 
Professional charges, Capacity building and training programs (₹5.00 lakh per program, maximum 3 programs), Documentation, publication, and dissemination of quality control materials, Upgradation of drug regulatory portal/website.
State Ayush Directorate/State Drug Controller of Ayush Drugs: 
Maximum funding: ₹15.00 lakh per State/UT per year. 
Reimbursable expenditure includes:
Online portal maintenance and development, Collection and testing of statutory/survey drug samples, Training of technical staff at PCIM&H/NABL, Awareness and IEC activities.
Standards Development:
Organizations engaged in developing standards for Ayush materials are eligible for funding up to ₹20,00,000/- per year.


Eligibility Criteria:
> **Component A (Pharmacies/Labs):**


  - The applicant should be a State Government ASU&amp;H (Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homoeopathy) Pharmacy, Cooperative, or Public Sector Undertaking.
  - The applicant should be a private ASU&amp;H manufacturing unit that is GMP compliant and has been functional for at least 3 years. 
  - The applicant should be a licensed Drug Testing Laboratory in the Government or Research Council sector. 
  - The applicant must have a functional ASU&amp;H Pharmacy in their State/UT to be eligible for Drug Testing Laboratory funding. 

> **Component B (Pharmacovigilance):**


  - The applicant should be a National Institute, University, or Hospital under the Ministry of Ayush or State Government. 

> **Component C (Regulatory):**


  - The applicant should be a State Drug Regulatory Authority or State Licensing Authority. 
  - Component D (Standards):
  - The applicant should be a medical, scientific, or standards development institution in the Government or Private Sector.
Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME): Assistance for Interest Subsidy (Service Sector)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance for Interest Subsidy (Service Sector)&quot; provides interest subsidies on term loans for new MSMEs in the service sector. The subsidy applies to new machinery, equipment, and furniture/fixtures (excluding land and buildings).

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
Category of Taluka 
Quantum of Incentive
 Category I
8% on Term Loan with a maximum amount of ₹35,00,000/- per annum for a period of 7 years
Category II
7% on Term Loan with a maximum amount of ₹30,00,000/- per annum for a period of 6 years 
Category III & Municipal Corporation Areas
6% on Term Loan with a maximum amount of ₹25,00,000/- per annum for a period of 5 years

Additional Subsidy:
 1% extra interest subsidy for registered startups in the service sector with Udyam/MSME Registration.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The firm must be a new Micro/Small/Medium enterprise.
   1. The enterprise must be in the service sector (listed in [Annexure A &amp; B](https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/3-GR_02092020.pdf)) are eligible.   1. The term loan must be sanctioned by a recognized Bank/Financial Institution.
   1. The enterprise must apply within one year of loan disbursement or before the commercial production starts.
   1. The enterprise must remain operational for at least 7 years post-subsidy approval.
   1. The enterprise must comply with pollution control measures.
   1. Only one type of investment (Forward Integration, Backward Integration, Diversification, or Expansion) will be eligible for subsidy.