pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
National Service Scheme
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports

Details:
The "National Service Scheme" (NSS) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India launched in 1969. It provides opportunities to students of senior secondary schools (+2 level), colleges, universities, and technical institutions to participate in government-led community service activities.
Under NSS, student volunteers engage in regular community service, special camps, national-level programmes, and awareness activities related to health, education, environment, national integration, disaster response, and social welfare. The scheme follows the principle of “Education through Service”, enabling students to learn by serving society. Since its inception, NSS has benefitted more than 7.4 crore students across India.

Benefits:
Financial Benefits (Awards & Cash Prizes)
Outstanding NSS volunteers and institutions are rewarded under the National Service Scheme Awards:

Best University / +2 Council
➤ Cash Award: ₹5,00,000/-

Upcoming University
➤ Cash Award: ₹3,00,000/-

Best Programme Officer (10 awards)
➤ Cash Award: ₹1,50,000 each

Best NSS Unit (10 awards)
➤ Cash Award: ₹2,00,000 each

Best NSS Volunteer (30 awards)
➤ Cash Award: ₹1,00,000 each

Develops leadership qualities and confidence
Promotes social service and national integration
Provides exposure through camps and festivals


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a student studying in:


- Class 11th or 12th (+2 level), or Graduate, Post Graduate, or Technical courses in a recognised institution.


1. The applicant should be enrolled in a school, college, university, or technical institution having an NSS Unit.
1. The applicant should be willing to participate in community service activities and camps.
1. The applicant should comply with NSS guidelines and complete the prescribed service hours.
Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Chhattisgarh

Details:
The scheme &quot;Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme&quot; is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to severely disabled (with a disability of 80% and above) and multi-disabled individuals aged 18 to 79 years who are living below the poverty line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life. This scheme is centrally sponsored.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a monthly pension of ₹500/-, (Central contribution- ₹300/-, State Contribution- ₹200/-).

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
   1. The applicant should be a person with multiple disabilities.
   1. The applicant should have severe disabilities (with a disability percentage of 80% or above).
   1. The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 79 years.
   1. The applicant&#39;s name should be included in the list of families living Below Poverty Line.
   1. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government pension scheme.

**Note 1:** Severe disability means any one type of disability which is more than 80%.
**Note 2:** Multiple disabilities means more than one type of disability.
New Charkha-Loom Scheme
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "New Charkha-Loom Scheme" implemented by the Commissioner of Cottage and Rural Industries, Industries & Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to modernize Khadi production by providing financial assistance for Amber Charkhas and looms to registered Khadi spinners and weavers. The scheme offers 65% subsidy on equipment costs (₹13,000/- for Charkhas, ₹30,000/- for looms) to enhance productivity and sustain traditional artisans. Implemented through registered Khadi/Polyvastra organizations, it targets spinners and weavers certified by Khadi institutions.

Benefits:
Subsidy for Equipment
Amber Charkha: 65% of ₹13,000/- (₹8,450/- subsidy).
Looms: 65% of ₹30,000/- (₹19,500/- subsidy).

Disbursement Mode
Credited to the beneficiary’s account post-verification.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a registered Khadi/Polyvastra spinner or weaver.
- The applicant’s organization must hold a valid Khadi certification.
- Equipment must be purchased for active Khadi production.
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Chhattisgarh

Details:
The scheme &quot;Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme&quot; is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to widows aged 40 to 79 years who are living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life. This scheme is centrally sponsored.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a monthly pension of ₹500/-, (Central contribution- ₹300/-, State Contribution- ₹200/-).

Eligibility Criteria:
1.	The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
2.	The applicant should be a widow.
3.	The widow’s age should be between 40 and 79 years.
4.	The widow's name should be included in the list of families living Below Poverty Line.
5.	The widow should not be receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government pension scheme.
Chief Ministers Green Taxi Scheme
Category: Transport & Infrastructure, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The Chief Minister’s Green Taxi Scheme, part of the CM-ELEVATE Program by the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, Government of Meghalaya, promotes clean mobility and green entrepreneurship in the Greater Shillong Planning Area (GSPA). The scheme targets pollution reduction, electric vehicle adoption, and support for individuals, SHGs, and cooperatives.
Entrepreneurs can receive up to 50% financial support on a vehicle’s on-road cost—5% by the entrepreneur and 45% by the Government—including EMI subsidy, branding assistance, and scrappage incentives. Implemented by the Urban Affairs Department with loans facilitated by partner banks, the scheme covers select Tata EV models with a ₹5 lakh subsidy cap. It aims to improve air quality, encourage sustainable transport, and contribute to Meghalaya’s $16 billion economy vision by 2032.

Benefits:
50% of on-road vehicle cost supported (5% by the entrepreneur, 45% by the Government of Meghalaya)
5% EMI co-payment support for 12 months (conditional on minimum 1500 km/month traffic compliance)
Credit linkage through partnered banks (MRB, MCAB, SBI, Shillong Co-operative Urban Bank)
Branding cost of vehicle borne by the Government (one-time)
Waiver of registration charges up to ₹1 lakh under Meghalaya Vehicle Scrappage Policy 2025
Rebate on motor vehicle tax up to 15% for scrapping old diesel/petrol taxis
Total maximum subsidy capped at ₹5,00,000 per vehicle
EMI subsidy provided monthly for one year based on usage and compliance


Eligibility Criteria:
**For Individual:**

1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant must be between 18 and 58 years of age.
1. The applicant must hold a valid driving license.
1. The applicant must be a resident of the Greater Shillong Planning Area (GSPA).
1. The applicant must not be a credit defaulter with any bank.

**For Registered Entities**

1. The entity must provide a valid Incorporation Certificate or Registration Certificate, as applicable.
1. The entity must be a recognized and registered taxicab operator, organization, Self Help Group (SHG), or cooperative based in the Greater Shillong Planning Area (GSPA).
1. The entity must have a registered office or a license to operate city taxis in the Greater Shillong Planning Area.
1. The entity must not be a credit defaulter with any bank.
Poultry Farming Scheme (HSFDC)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme &quot;Poultry Farming Scheme&quot; is implemented by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) in collaboration with the bank tie-up schemes. 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 Corporation provides loans/benefits to individuals from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, whose annual family income does not exceed ₹1,80,000/-, in both rural and urban areas for self-employment income generating activities such as poultry farming. The scheme provides a subsidy of 50% of the total project cost, with a maximum subsidy amount of ₹10,000/-.

Benefits:
Project Cost Ceiling:
Up to ₹1,50,000 /-.
Subsidy:
Subsidy @ 50% of the total project cost (Maximum amount of subsidy is ₹10,000/-)  
Bank Loan:
Besides subsidy and margin money, the composite loan i.e. subsidy and margin money, and the balance amount of the bank loan is provided by the banks to the seller of the assets on behalf of the beneficiaries.
Interest criteria for the loan amount recoverable by HSFDC:
Upto Amount (
₹
)
Interest % P.A.
Penal Interest % P.A.
15,000/-
           4
          4

Interest Starts on
Penalty Start After
Principal Recovery Starts After
Installment Starts After	
Installment Period
Same Day
180 Days	
360 Days
180 Days
    180 Days

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste Category.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
   1. The applicant&#39;s annual family income should not exceed ₹1,80,000/- in both rural and urban areas.
   1. The applicant&#39;s annual family income should not exceed the BPL limit.
   1. The applicant&#39;s name should be included in the BPL Survey List.

**Note:** The eligibility of the applicant is verified by the field staff before sponsoring the same to the bank for sanction.
Trade and Business Sector Scheme (HSFDC)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme &quot;Trade and Business Sector&quot; is implemented by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) in collaboration with the bank tie-up schemes. 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 Corporation provides loans/benefits to individuals from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families, whose annual family income does not exceed ₹1,80,000/-, in both rural and urban areas for various self-employment income-generating activities such as running a stationery shop, kiryana shop, cloth shop, tea shop, auto repair shop, kabadi shop, fruit shop, beauty parlour, tent house, band party, or any other viable activities.

Benefits:
Project Cost Ceiling:
Up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Subsidy:
Subsidy @ 50% of the total project cost (Maximum amount of subsidy is ₹10,000/-)  
Margin Money:
The Corporation provides margin money @ 10% of the project cost.
Margin money is provided @ 4% interest per annum.
The interest on bank loans is charged by the banks at their lending policies.
Bank Loan:
Besides subsidy and margin money, the composite loan i.e. subsidy and margin money, and the balance amount of the bank loan is provided by the banks to the seller of the assets on behalf of the beneficiaries.
Interest criteria for the loan amount recoverable by HSFDC:
Upto Amount (₹)
Interest % P.A.
Penal Interest % P.A.
15,000/-
         4
            4

Interest Starts on
Penalty Start After
Principal Recovery Starts After
Installment Starts After
Installment Period
Same Day
       180 Days
    360 Days
      180 Days
       180 Days

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste Category.
   1. The applicant should belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
   1. The applicant&#39;s annual family income should not exceed ₹1,80,000/- in both rural and urban areas.
   1. The applicant&#39;s annual family income should not exceed the BPL limit.
   1. The applicant&#39;s name should be included in the BPL Survey List.

Note: The eligibility of the applicant is verified by the field staff before sponsoring the same to bank for sanction.
DPIIT Internship Scheme
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Details:
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce &amp; Industry has been implementing internship scheme for the students pursuing Under Graduate/Post Graduate degree or are Research Scholars enrolled in recognized University/Institution within India or abroad. The objective behind the internship scheme is to give exposure to the students to understand the working culture of Govt. of India and exposure to the schemes being run by this Department.
           Students can choose a period of their choice ranging from one month /two months / three months as per their requirements. The applications will be accepted online mode only.

Benefits:
Stipend:
Interns would be paid a stipend of 
₹10,000/-
 per month. The processing of payment towards the stipend amount will be initiated after the completion of the internship period.
Number of Interns:
Maximum Number of Interns selected at a time will not be more than 20.
Period of Internship:
The period of Internship shall be minimum one month and maximum three months.
After completing internship, students will be awarded an Experience Certificate.
Those who will not satisfactorily complete the requisite period of internship will not be awarded any certificate or stipend.

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants pursuing Graduation/Post Graduation/Research in following domain are eligible to apply:-

  - Engineering
  - Management 
  - Law 
  - Economics
  - Finance 
  - Computers
  - Library Management

**Note 01:** Candidates from other domains can also be considered based on requirements on case to case basis.
**Note 02:** Interns shall be required to submit a brief report/paper at the end of their assignment to the concerned Divisional Head about their learning experience.
The Scheme for Fellowship to Under Graduate Students for Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
&quot;The Scheme for Fellowship to Under Graduate Students for Various Faculties of Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University&quot; launched by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to attract bright students to its undergraduate programs by offering financial assistance. It encourages talented individuals to pursue agriculture-related education and later contribute to rural development and agricultural productivity in Gujarat.

Benefits:
Undergraduate Students:
 ₹1,000/- per month to each selected student.
Travel Concessions:
 Awardees would be permitted to enjoy Free Railway/ Bus concession ot fee concession.
Note:
Payment of Fellowship:
 The payment of fellowship to the awardees will start from the date of joining the college.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a student.
  - The applicant must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU).
  - The applicant must have secured at least 60% aggregate marks in the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) examination in the Science stream.
  - The applicant must be among the top 10% meritorious students in their class.
  - The applicant must maintain a GPA or C.C.P.A. of at least 6.0 with no &quot;F&quot; (fail) or &quot;I&quot; (incomplete) grades to continue receiving the fellowship.
Planning for Best Livestock Keeper's Award Function
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Planning for Best Livestock Keeper&#39;s Award Function&quot; scheme introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage and recognize the contributions of dedicated pastoralists across Gujarat. Awards are distributed at the Taluka, District, and State levels during designated programs. Award winners are not eligible to apply again for the next three years.

Benefits:
Taluka Level Awards (Total 496):
First Prize: ₹20,000/-
Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
District Level Awards (Total 66):
First Prize: ₹25,000/-
Second Prize: ₹20,000/-
State Level Awards (Total 3):
First Prize: ₹1,00,000/-
Second Prize: ₹51,000/-
Third Prize: ₹31,000/-
Note: 
Award is given once in three years only.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a farmer.
  - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
Assistance for Cultivation of Medicinal/ Aromatic Crops
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Assistance for Cultivation of Medicinal/ Aromatic Crops&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage the cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants to promote alternative agriculture and improve farmers&#39; income.

Benefits:
Financial assistance up to 75% of the cost or ₹11,250/- per hectare, whichever is lower.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
   1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. Applicant must possess cultivable land ranging from 0.20 hectares to 4 hectares.
Trainning Scheme for Horticulture Skill Development to Landless farm labour at Centre of Excelence of Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Training Scheme for Horticulture Skill Development to Landless Farm Labour at Centre of Excellence of Department&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, is designed to uplift landless agricultural workers by equipping them with essential horticulture skills through training. Conducted across Gujarat, the training spans a minimum of three days to a maximum of five days and includes modules like experiential learning tours, training kits, stipend, expert-led sessions, and more.

Benefits:
Stipend:
 ₹250/- per trainee.
Other Facilities: 
Dining facility, training literature kit, experiential education tour, trainee kit, etc.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be any of the following:


   1. All Farmers.
   1. Farm Labourer.
   1. Horticulturists.
   1. Landless Agricultural Labourers.


  - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
100% State Government Divyangjan Term Loan Yojana
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;100% State Government Divyangjan Term Loan Yojana&quot; was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, to provide financial support to native residents of Gujarat who have a disability of 40% or more. The eligible individuals can avail of a term loan ranging from ₹50,000/- to ₹1,00,000/- at a concessional interest rate of 6% per annum for a repayment period of five years. This initiative empowers PwDs to become self-reliant by supporting their livelihood and business ventures.

Benefits:
Loans ranging from ₹50,000/- to ₹1,00,000/- are disbursed at an annual rate of 6% for a period of 5 years.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant must be differently abled.
- The percentage of the disability must be 40% or above.
- The disability and its percentage must be certified by a civil surgeon.
Financial Assistance to Destitute Elderly and Disabled Person
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The  &quot;Financial Assistance to Destitute Elderly and Disabled Person&quot; is a welfare scheme by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Gujarat. The scheme aims to support economically vulnerable elderly individuals and persons with severe disabilities. Elderly individuals aged 60 years or more who do not have an adult son (21 years or older), and persons with more than 75% disability aged 45 or more, are eligible under this scheme.

Benefits:
For beneficiaries aged 60 to 79 years:
 ₹1,000/- per month
For beneficiaries aged 80 years or more:
 ₹1,250/- per month

Eligibility Criteria:
1. Applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
1. Applicant must be:


- Aged 60 years or more and does not have a son aged 21 years or above.
- OR, aged 45 years or more and has a disability of more than 75%.
- OR, listed in the BPL category (Score 0–20) in rural areas or included in the urban BPL list.


1. Annual Family Income must be:


- ₹1,20,000 or less for rural residents.
- ₹1,50,000 or less for urban residents.
Passenger Vehicle/Loading Vehicle Loan Scheme (DAADC)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Passenger Vehicle/Loading Vehicle Loan Scheme&quot; introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance in the form of loans to unemployed individuals belonging to Scheduled Caste Antyodaya families, enabling them to purchase passenger or freight vehicles and thereby create self-employment opportunities in the transport sector. The scheme is being implemented by the Dr. Ambedkar Antyodaya Development Corporation.

Benefits:
Financial assistance in the form of a loan.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- The applicant must be unemployed.
- The applicant must belong to an Antyodaya family.
- The applicant must have a family income not exceeding ₹3,00,000/- per annum.
New Akanksha Scheme (Higher Education Loan) (GGDC)
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;New Akanksha Scheme (Higher Educational Loan)&quot; is implemented by the Gujarat Gopalak Development Corporation (GGDC) under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, educational loans of up to ₹15 lakh are provided to students belonging to the Rabari and Bharwad castes from socially and educationally backward classes for pursuing higher professional courses such as medical, dental, engineering, pharmacy, etc.

Benefits:
Educational Loan Details:
1. Loan Amount:
 
Up to ₹15,00,000/-
2. Interest Rate: 
3.5% for female students 
4% for male students
3. Contribution: 
95% contribution from the Corporation/State Government,
5% from the beneficiary


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should be pursuing higher professional education such as Medical, Dental, Engineering, Pharmacy, or related course.
1. The applicant should have secured admission in an institution approved by AICTE, UGC, or any recognized university.
1. The applicant should belong to the Rabari or Bharwad caste from the socially and educationally backward class.
1. The total annual income of the applicant’s family should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
1. The applicant’s age should be between 17 and 45 years.
Coaching Sahay for the Preparation of NEET, JEE, GUJCET Examination to both Socially and Educationally Backward Class Trainees/Students and Female Students and Economically Backward Class Students
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Coaching Sahay for the Preparation of NEET, JEE, GUJCET Examination to both Socially and Educationally Backward Class Trainees/Students and Female Students and Economically Backward Class Students” scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to provide financial aid to underprivileged students for coaching support. Under this scheme, students from SEBC or Economically Backward Class categories receive coaching fee (whichever is lower) for one exam-NEET, JEE, or GUJCET.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 
₹20,000/- or actual coaching fee paid, whichever is lower.
Applicable Exams:
 
NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) 
JEE (Joint Entrance Examination)
GUJCET (Gujarat Common Entrance Test)
Mode of Disbursement:
Amount is credited via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the student’s bank account.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The applicant must be from the SEBC or Economically Backward Class category.
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant must have passed the Secondary School Certificate (SSC/Class 10).
1. The applicant must be enrolled in or preparing for NEET, JEE, or GUJCET.
1. The applicant must have paid a coaching fee and be able to submit a valid receipt.
1. The applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.
Maintenance of Govt Boys and Girls Hostels (SC) 
Category: Education & Learning, Housing & Shelter
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Maintenance of Govt Boys and Girls Hostels (SC)” scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. It aims to provide free residential facilities, meals, and educational support to scheduled caste (SC) students. Under this scheme, students who have passed class 10th and are pursuing further studies are accommodated in government-run hostels with free food, lodging, and academic resources.

Benefits:
Free Accommodation in Government Hostels.
Free Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Free Educational Facilities such as textbooks and study material.



Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant must have passed class 10th (SSC) or higher from GSEB/CBSE.1. The applicant must be enrolled in a regular course in a college within the same district as the hostel.
1. The boy student's annual family income must not exceed ₹2,50,000. No income limit for girl students.
1. The applicant must have scored at least 50% marks in the last annual exam.
Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for the Production and Publication of Excellent Original Children's Literature
Category: Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme to Provide Financial Assistance for the Production and Publication of Excellent Original Children&#39;s Literature&quot; by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat, is designed to encourage the creation and dissemination of original, educational, and culturally enriching children’s literature in Gujarati. Financial assistance is provided to eligible authors after their manuscripts are evaluated by expert reviewers. Approved authors are required to publish the book within one year, provide acknowledgment of the Academy’s support in the published work, and submit printed copies and printing-related documents for reimbursement. Previously published or edited works and authors who have received five grants under any Sahitya Academy scheme are ineligible.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
For books up to 64 pages: 
Up to ₹5,000/-.
For books exceeding 64 pages: 
Up to ₹10,000/-.
Printing Size Guidelines:
For “Demy” size:
 ₹2,300/- (paperback).
For “Double Crown” size:
 ₹2,500/- (paperback), ₹2,700/- (hardcover).
Note: 
Whichever is lower between actual expense and ceiling will be granted.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be the original author of a children&#39;s book manuscript written in Gujarati.
  - The book must be unpublished, original, and appropriate for children’s literature in terms of content and presentation.
  - Authors who have received five grants or more under any Sahitya Academy schemes are not eligible.
  - Only one application per financial year is allowed.
  - Manuscript must be typed, bound, paginated, and submitted in two copies by the deadline.
Special Incentive Assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Class Trainees for Pre-preparation of Competitive Examination
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme “Special Incentive Assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Class Trainees for Pre-Preparation of Competitive Examination” was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to encourage SEBC candidates to pursue coaching for government competitive exams by providing financial support. Under this scheme, eligible trainees receive up to ₹20,000 or the actual coaching fee paid (whichever is lower) for preparing for Class 1, 2, or 3 government job exams conducted by state or central bodies.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 
₹20,000/- or actual fee paid (whichever is lower) for coaching related to any one exam.
Exams Include:
State-Level: Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC), Gujarat Secondary Service Selection Board (GSSSB), (3) State Police Recruitment, Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSB), etc.
Central-Level: Banking, Railways, Army Recruitment, Central Police Force (CRPF, BSF, CISF etc), Staff Selection Commission (SSC).
Applicable for Exams:
 
Class 1, 2, and 3 level government posts.
Mode of Disbursement:
Amount is credited via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the trainee's bank account.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The applicant must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant must have passed Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
1. The applicant must be preparing for a recognized Class 1, 2, or 3 competitive exam of State or Central Government.
1. The applicant must have paid coaching fees and should have a valid receipt.
1. The annual family income of the applicant must not exceed ₹4,50,000/-.
One Tea Scheme
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The One Tea Scheme, implemented by the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, Government of Meghalaya, is designed to support tea farmers in the state whose livelihoods have been affected by declining factory gate prices and shrinking cultivated areas. The initiative introduces a single-season price support mechanism that guarantees every registered grower a minimum price of ₹35 per kilogram of fresh tea leaves for conventional tea gardens and ₹40 per kilogram for organically certified tea gardens. By compensating the difference between the factory’s actual purchase price and the guaranteed minimum price, the scheme prevents farmers from being forced to sell their produce at a loss. 
This support helps ensure fair price realization, provides economic stability for farmers to reinvest in their plantations, and contributes to the preservation of ecological services and traditional knowledge associated with tea cultivation. In addition, the scheme offers a one-time financial benefit to bought-leaf factories to cover the gap between the price they pay for fresh green leaves from both small and large tea growers and the price at which they can profitably process and sell the manufactured tea.

Benefits:
Ensures fair and stable prices for tea farmers.
Prevents distress sales due to low factory rates.
Provides direct financial support via DBT.
Farmers receive ₹35/kg and ₹40/kg support price.
Government pays the difference if factory rate is <semi_colon ₹35/kg and <semi_colon ₹40/kg. 
Supports up to 10,000 kgs per farmer.
Encourages organic cultivation, using ₹40/kg as reference.
Targets 1,000 financially distressed tea farmers
Provide one time support to bought leaf factories


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be 18 years of age or above.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should be a tea farmer.
1. The applicant should possess a valid government-issued identity document.
Samarth-Respite Care Scheme
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
Samarth (Respite Care) scheme was launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice &amp; Empowerment. Govt. of India.The objective of the scheme is to provide respite home for orphans or abandoned PwDs, families in crisis and also for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) from BPL &amp; LIG families including destitutes with at least one of the four disabilities covered under the National Trust Act. It also aims at creating opportunities for family members to get respite time in order to fulfil other responsibilities.
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Benefits:
Group Home:
 Registered Orgaisations(RO) should provide group home facilities for all age groups with adequate and quality care service with acceptable living standards including provision of basic medical care from professional doctors.
Vocational Activities: 
Samarth Centre should provide age specific vocational activities, pre-vocational activities and assistance for training or schooling as applicable on case to case basis.
Staffing: 
There should be a provision of at least two Special Educators (+Vocational Trainers), one Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, three Caregivers, two Ayas and a Cook in the Samarth centre.
Infrastructure facilities: 
Samarth Centre should provide therapeutic aids and appliances, hygienic lodging and other facilities for the PwDs.
Assessment and Evaluation: 
PwD should be assessed and evaluated by experts in the related field on a regular basis to understand their individual needs and also to monitor the progress of the PwD. The Samarth centre should maintain a record in the growth and development charts of the PwD on a regular basis (with the help of experts).
Linkage with Gharaunda Scheme: 
The Samarth Centre should facilitate shifting the PwD who is above 18 years of age and has spent more than 5 years in the Samarth Centre to Gharaunda centre.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant 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 Disabilities.
Pre- Matric Scholarships Scheme for Scheduled Castes & Others
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
This program provides financial aid to parents of children from Scheduled Castes and other disadvantaged groups to help them afford their children's education at the Pre-Matric level. The goal is to increase the participation of these children in education, reduce the dropout rate, especially during the transition from primary to secondary school, improve their academic performance, and increase their chances of continuing their education beyond the Pre-Matric stage.

Benefits:
The students shall be given a consolidated academic allowance, as follows:
Day Scholar:
- ₹3,500/- per annum
Hosteller:
 - 
Component 1- ₹7,000/- per annum
Component 2- ₹8,000/- per annum (For Class III-X)
In addition, a 10% extra allowance shall be given to Divyang (Disabled) students.


Eligibility Criteria:
- The scholarships are open to Nationals of India only.
- **Component 1: Pre Matric Scholarship for SC students**



   1. Applicant students should be studying in class IX and X on a full time basis.
   1. Applicant students should belong to a Scheduled Caste.
   1. Parent/Guardian of applicant students income should not exceed Rs. 2.50 lakh per annum



- **Component 2: Pre-Matric scholarship for children of parents/guardians engaged in Unclean and hazardous Occupation**



   1. The students should be studying in classes I to X on a full time basis.
   1. Scholarship will be admissible to the children/wards of parents/guardians who, irrespective of their caste/religion belong to one of the following categories


      - Persons who are Manual Scavengers.
      - Tanners & Flayers.
      - Waste pickers.
      - Persons engaged in hazardous cleaning.


   1. There is no family income ceiling under this component of the Scheme.



- Eligible for one scholarship at a time for classes I to X. Notify awarding body if another scholarship is received.
Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana- SEBC & EBC
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The "Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana- SEBC & EBC" scheme was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to families from Socially and Educationally Backward Classes and Economically Backward Classes to help cover the wedding expenses of their daughters. Under this scheme, an amount of ₹12,000 is provided for each daughter’s marriage, subject to a maximum of two adult daughters per family.

Benefits:
Monetary Assistance:
₹12,000 is provided for the marriage of a daughter.
NOTE:
 If the marriage occurred before April 1, 2021, assistance of ₹10,000 is provided.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a native of Gujarat.
1. The applicant must be a woman belonging to a Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) or Economically Backward Class (EBC).
1. The annual family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.
1. The marriage must be legally registered.
1. The assistance is limited to two daughters per family.
Kutirjyoti Yojana Gujarat
Category: Utility & Sanitation
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Kutirjyoti Yojana” was launched by the Energy and Petro Chemicals Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide free household electricity connections to Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries living in tribal areas. Under this scheme, Below Poverty Line (BPL) and lower-income group beneficiaries can avail free electrification of their houses.

Benefits:
Free electricity household connection is provided to BPL/lower income group beneficiary.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
1. The applicant should be living in a tribal area of the state.
1. The applicant’s family should belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) or lower-income group category.
1. The applicant’s family annual income should not exceed ₹1,50,000/-.
1. The applicant should own land or a house under a poverty housing scheme or through land allotment.
J.C. Bose Fellowship
Category: Education & Learning, Science, IT & Communications
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
The “J.C. Bose fellowship” is awarded to active scientists in recognition of their outstanding performance. The fellowship is scientist-specific and very selective. The scientist should be in service at the time of nomination to this fellowship. The nominee should be an Indian national working in institutions in India.
> **Duration of Fellowship:**


  - The duration of the fellowship will be initially for five years. In case, the fellow superannuates during the term of the fellowship, the fellowship can be continued if a host institution is willing to host the fellowship
  - The tenure of the fellowship may be extended for the subsequent term of 5 years based on a rigorous assessment of research performance during the tenure of the fellowship. A minimum of 25% of the applicants seeking an extension will not be granted the extension.

Benefits:
The fellowship amount is ₹25,000/- per month in addition to regular income.
Research grant of ₹15 lakhs per annum.
Overhead of ₹1.00 lakh per annum to the host institute.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The candidate should be an active scientist with a record of outstanding performance apparent from the award of the SS Bhatnagar prize and/or fellowship of science academies (including engineering, agriculture, and medicine).
   1. The scientist should be in service at the time of nomination to this fellowship.
   1. The nominee should be an Indian national working in institutions/Universities in India.
   1. The fellowship can be availed up to 68 years of age. 
   1. The nominee is not availing of any other fellowship including personal fellowship amount and research grant (part of the fellowship) from any Government sources.
SERB International Research Experience
Category: Science, IT & Communications, Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
The Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), a statutory body under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India has launched &quot;SERB International Research Experience (SIRE)&quot;. This Program aims to impart high-end research training in frontier areas of Science and Technology, which are of interest to India by providing an opportunity to visit leading institutions/universities across the globe for a period of 02-06 months. The SERB under this program selects candidates in frontier areas of S &amp; T and supports their visit to top institutions around the globe, preferably to the institutions where internationally acclaimed scientists are working.
> **Objectives:**


  - To build national capacity in frontier areas of Science and Technology by providing opportunities for International R&amp;D experience by SIRE fellows.
  - To tap the expertise gained by SIRE fellows to strengthen/initiate national programmes in their domain knowledge.
  - To encourage research activities in priority areas that are still less explored in the Indian context.

Benefits:
The selected fellows will be paid a monthly fellowship amount equivalent to US $ 3000.
One-time Contingency/Preparatory allowances of ₹75,000/- to cover visa fees, airport transfer charges, insurance, etc.,
Overseas Medical Insurance in India and abroad of ₹20,000/-.
The selected fellows will also be provided the shortest route economy class airfare from their place of work in India to the place of the host institute and back.
Note 01:
 The maximum duration of the abroad visit is limited to 06 months.
Note 02:
 For scientists/researchers in regular employment, rules governing payment of salary, leave, medical, gratuity, GPF pension, etc. of the organization/ institution/ university to which the fellow belongs would continue to be applicable as per their institutional norms. No liability on any of these will be borne by SERB.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The scheme is open to Indian nationals only.
   1. Applicant should have a Ph.D. degree in the area of Science and Engineering from recognized institutions in India.
   1. The applicant must hold a permanent position in any Indian research and academic institution.
   1. Applicants having MBBS/MD degrees and Veterinary doctors are also eligible to apply.
   1. Applicants having a Teachers Associateship for Research Excellence (TARE) award are also eligible to apply.
   1. Applicant must submit a letter of support from the overseas host institution along with the application.
   1. The age limit for applying under this scheme shall be 40 years (as of the date of submission of application). Age relaxation of 5 years will be given to applicants belonging to SC/ST/OBC/physically challenged and women categories.
National Energy Conservation Award
Category: Transport & Infrastructure, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Power

Details:
The National Energy Conservation Award under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, recognizes organizations for their outstanding efforts in energy conservation and energy efficiency.A total of 65 awards are given under different categories, including Tier-I and Tier-II. The award ceremony is held every year on 14th December on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day.
**Objective**
a) Scope: The scope of the Awards is to cover sectors(Industries, Building, Transport, Institutions, Equipments) which have a share of around 56% of India’s total Electricity consumption(Energy Statistics 2022, MOSPI).
b) Purpose: The purpose of the awardis to recognize/reward organizations for the exemplary efforts on Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency. It can be categorized into National Award(Tier-I/Tier-II) category.

Benefits:
Certificate & Trophy


Eligibility Criteria:
All organizations are eligible to apply free of cost for the National Energy Conservation Award subject to the condition that their sector should be eligible for Award for a particular year.
National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Award
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Ayush

Details:
The National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Award under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, aims to motivate vaidyas and Ayurveda experts to adopt and showcase best practices in Ayurveda, promoting high standards of excellence. The award also seeks to encourage innovation and outstanding performance in the field through healthy competition.

Benefits:
The awardee will be presented with a cash prize of  ₹ 5,00,000/-, a Trophy, a sanada, and shawl/Angvastram.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should have made significant contributions to Ayurveda through promotion, teaching, research, policy planning, or integration in national health programs at the national or international level.
1. The applicant should be a renowned Ayurvedic practitioner with a minimum of 20 years of professional experience.
1. The applicant must be at least 40 years of age.
1. The applicant must hold a recognized degree in Ayurveda as per the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine Act, 2020, or the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970.
1. Past recipients of the award are not eligible to receive the same award again.
New Swarnima Scheme For Women
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship, Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
The scheme "New Swarnima Scheme For Women" has been implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt of India. It aims to provide women entrepreneurs from backward classes to obtain a loan of up to ₹2,00,000/- @ 5% per annum, thereby providing them social & financial security. The scheme is introduced by the National Backwards Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCFDC) and implemented by State Channelising Agencies (SCAs), which act as the nodal agency.

Benefits:
A subsidy amount of ₹ 2,00,000/- @ 5% per annum, for self-employment. (The remaining amount has to be self-owned by the beneficiary.)
The beneficiary woman is not required to invest any amount of her own on the projects upto cost of ₹ 2,00,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a Female.
1. The applicant's age must be between 18 and 55 years.
1. The applicant must be an Entrepreneur
1. The Total Annual Family Income of the Applicant must be Less than ₹ 3 Lakh per Annum.