pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Old Age Pension To Handloom Weavers Under Coop. Fold
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: West Bengal

Details:
The “Old Age Pension To Handloom Weavers&quot; scheme has been implemented by the Micro, Small &amp; Medium Enterprise and Textiles Department, Government of West Bengal. The objective of the scheme is to provide monthly financial assistance in the form of pension to a weaver member of a handloom cooperative society.

Benefits:
An amount of ₹1000/- per month.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be a resident of West Bengal.
  - The age of the applicant should be 60 years or above.
  - The applicant should be a weaver member of a handloom cooperative society.
  - The applicant should have worked for at least 10 years under the cooperative society on the date of making the application.
  - The applicant should not have any source of income.
  - The applicant should not be in a position to earn his/her livelihood.
  - The applicant should be permanently incapacitated for work due to physical or mental infirmity.
  - The applicant should not have any relation who can maintain him/her.
  - The applicant should not have availed any pension from the State Government or Government of India.

**Note:** 

- Provided that the State Government may relax the condition regarding residence where the condition causes undue hardship.
Padma Awards
Category: Skills & Employment, Sports & Culture
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Home Affairs

Details:
The “Padma Awards” has been launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. Under this scheme, civilian honours in the form of Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri are provided to individuals for their outstanding contributions. The awards emphasize excellence combined with public service across disciplines such as art, science, literature, sports, medicine, and social work.

Benefits:
Tangible Benefits
Conferment of Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, or Padma Shri.
Sanad (Certificate) signed by the President of India.
Medallion along with a miniature replica for ceremonial use.
National recognition and prestige.
Publication of awardee’s name in the Gazette of India.
Mode of Disbursement
Physical conferment of certificate and medallion at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Announced annually on 26th January (Republic Day).
Presentation ceremony is usually held in March or April.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant can be any person without distinction of race, occupation, position, or gender.
1. The applicant should have rendered distinguished or exceptional service in any field.
1. The applicant should demonstrate “excellence plus,” meaning excellence combined with public service.
1. The applicant may belong to fields such as Art, Social Work, Public Affairs, Science & Engineering, Trade & Industry, Medicine, Literature & Education, Civil Service, Sports, or others.
1. The applicant should not be a serving Government employee; however, doctors and scientists are exempted.
1. The applicant may be considered posthumously only in rare and highly deserving cases within 1 year of demise.
1. The applicant should have a minimum gap of 5 years for receiving a higher category award.
1. The applicant should not misuse the award as a title.
Halpati Housing Scheme
Category: Housing & Shelter
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The “Halpati Housing Scheme” was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Halpati (Talaviya, Nayaka) families belonging to Scheduled Tribes for building safe and sustainable housing. Under this scheme, monetary aid is provided in phases directly into the bank accounts of the Halpati beneficiaries residing in South Gujarat districts such as Surat, Tapi, Valsad, Navsari, Narmada, Bharuch, Chhotaudepur, and Vadodara.

Benefits:
Financial assistance of ₹1,20,000 provided for construction of housing.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Halpati (Talaviya, Nayaka) caste, which is recognized under Scheduled Tribes.
1. The applicant should be a resident of South Gujarat districts: Surat, Tapi, Valsad, Navsari, Narmada, Bharuch, Chhotaudepur, or Vadodara.
1. The applicant should be a resident of rural areas within the specified districts.
Meghalaya Motorcaravan Scheme
Category: Travel & Tourism, Transport & Infrastructure
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The Meghalaya Motorcaravan Scheme is a component of the CM-ELEVATE Program under the Tourism Department, Government of Meghalaya. The scheme aims to promote alternative tourism models and encourage rural and eco-tourism by supporting motorcaravan (campervan)–based travel experiences. It provides 50% financial support on the project cost and facilitates credit access through partner banks, enabling entrepreneurs to purchase and operate motorcaravans across the state. Through this initiative, the government seeks to create new tourism opportunities, support local entrepreneurship, and enhance sustainable travel experiences in Meghalaya.

Benefits:
Down Payment/Margin Money Support:
Total down payment will be 50% of the price of the vehicle. Of this:
5% of the caravan price is to be paid by the entrepreneur to the bank.
45% of the caravan price will be paid by the Government of Meghalaya to the entrepreneur through the bank.
EMI Support:
To reduce the operational cost burden in the first year, the Government of Meghalaya will pay 5% of the vehicle cost, distributed equally over twelve months, as EMI co-payment.
Additional Support
Vehicles will be installed with GPS devices with a 5-year warranty, the cost of which will be borne by the government (one-time only).
Branding cost of the vehicle will be borne by the entrepreneur and included in the total project cost.
Maximum Government Support:
Maximum support will be 50% of the project cost or ₹ 25,00,000, whichever is lower.
Vehicle permit costs will be borne by the entrepreneur.


Eligibility Criteria:
**Individuals**

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 permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the tourism service sector.
1. The applicant shall not be a credit defaulter from any bank.

**For Registered Entities:**

1. The entity must be a recognized and registered tourism operator or tourism society with the Tourism Department, Government of Meghalaya.
1. The entity must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the tourism service sector.
1. The entity shall not be a defaulter at any financial institution.
1. The entity must provide an Incorporation Certificate or registration certificate, whichever is applicable.
1. The entity shall not be a credit defaulter from any bank.

**For Unregistered Entities:**

1. The entity can be any unregistered organization such as village organizations, self-help groups, or traditional communities based in Meghalaya.
1. The entity must be actively involved in the tourism sector.
1. The entity must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the tourism service sector.
1. The entity shall not be a credit defaulter at any financial institution.
Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Expansion of Coffee
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Details:
The scheme &quot;Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Expansion of Coffee&quot; is a Sub-Component of the Scheme &quot;Integrated Coffee Development Project During the Medium Term Framework (MTF) Period: Development Support to Stakeholders&quot; by the Coffee Board, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This scheme aims to facilitate afforestation in the Jhum lands and help settle the tribals on a permanent footing.

Benefits:
Unit Cost: 
₹1,00,000/per hectare.
Scale of Subsidy:
 50% of the Unit Cost, i.e., ₹50,000/per hectare.

Release of Subsidy: 
In two installments
1st installment: 60% of the unit cost
2nd installment: 40% of the unit cost

Procedure for Payment of Subsidy to the Grower
The Joint Director (Extn.) / Deputy Director (Extn.) after confirming the admissibility of the claim will release the 1st and 2nd installments of the eligible subsidy amount, as the case may be, to the grower's bank account 
EFT/RTGS/NEFT
.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a tribal grower.
1. The applicant's area should be suitable for coffee cultivation as per the opinion of the Coffee Board's officers.
1. The applicant should procure the seed material from the Coffee Board only.
Agro Tourism Villa Scheme
Category: Travel & Tourism
Level: State | State: Meghalaya

Details:
The Agro Tourism Villa Scheme is a component of the Chief Minister's Elevate Program launched under the Tourism Department of the Government of Meghalaya. The program aims to employ, engage, and empower the youth of Meghalaya by promoting entrepreneurship and providing easy access to credit through the onboarding of various banks as financial partners. To meet the rising demand and promote high-value tourism, the Meghalaya government is investing in luxury tourist facilities and infrastructure. However, there is a need to further enhance accommodation facilities to meet the expectations of high-value tourists while preserving the state's heritage.

Benefits:
35% of total project cost supported (5% by entrepreneur, 25% as front-ended subsidy, 10% as EMI copayment by Government of Meghalayasemi_colon max project cost ₹1.5 Cr, max subsidy ₹52.5 lakh).
Loan up to 95% of project cost with a 15-year repayment term and 18-month moratorium Government-funded villa design consultancy blending ethnic aesthetics with modern comfort, tailored to location.
Priority allocation in scenic rural/agricultural/tourist clusters to boost visibility and occupancy.
Training in hospitality and bookkeeping with reputed institutes/hotels in Meghalaya.
Regular, monitoring, and need-based training during the initial years, with a dedicated app/dashboard for progress tracking.


Eligibility Criteria:
**Individuals should:**

1. The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant must be between 18 and 58 years of age.
1. The applicant should not be a defaulter at any financial institution.
1. The applicant should apply only for new projects sanctioned under the scheme.
1. The applicant should own the land for the project and possess valid land documents, or the applicant should have a notarized lease agreement for a minimum period of 15 years.

**Registered Entities should:**

1. The entity should be a registered society, cooperative, or similar organization involved in tourism-related activities.
1. The entity should be legally registered with the Government of Meghalaya.
1. The entity should provide an Incorporation Certificate or Registration Certificate, whichever is applicable.
1. The entity should not be a defaulter at any financial institution.
1. The entity should hold land ownership for the project site or have a valid lease certified by competent authorities.
Scheme For Grant Of Rewards To The Children Of Salt Labourers
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, West Bengal
Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Details:
The scheme “Scheme for Grant of Rewards to the Children of Salt Labourers” was launched by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry in the year 1985. Initially, the scheme known as “Scheme for grant of rewards to the children of labourers working in Salt Industry (CRS)” was initiated for granting 20 rewards to the children of the salt workers to enable them to meet the initial expenses either partly or wholly for purchase of books, stationeries, etc., on admission to recognized institutes for higher studies.
         Since 2011-12 the numbers of rewards are 3500 with a financial implication of ₹45.00 Lakh. Under the scheme, the financial assistance will be given as ₹1000/- for the students of classes VI to VIII, ₹1500/- for classes IX to X, and ₹2000/- for classes XI to XII with the proviso that awards for girl child be reserved to a minimum of 50% allocation per state. In the absence of female students in a particular Salt Factory/State, the reward could be given to the available eligible male students in each category of other Salt Factory/State.

Benefits:
The rewards shall be granted once in each academic year to the meritorious children of salt workers to enable the students to meet the initial expenses either partly or wholly for the purchase of books, stationery, etc. on admission to a recognized Institute, recognized by the State/Central Government.
The rewards shall be granted to the students of the salt workers in cash, to be paid in one lump sum at the commencement of the academic year at the rates given below:
Student/Classes
Rewards in an academic year
Students of classes VI to VIII
₹1000/-
Students of classes IX to X
₹1500/-
Students of classes XI to XII 
₹2000/-

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The children of only those salt workers who have put in a minimum of one year of continuous service in any of the salt works &amp; passing from a recognized Government School are eligible to apply under the scheme.
   1. A child of a salt worker should be studying in Class VI to XII.
   1. A child of a salt worker to be eligible for a reward should have passed the examination in the first attempt.

**Note 01:** Preference will be given, other things being equal to the SC/ST/BC/Backward area applicants if applicants are both from either of these categories and the general category.
**Note 02:** The awards for girl children be reserved to a minimum of 50% allocation per state. In the absence of female students in a particular Salt Factory/State, the reward could be given to the available eligible male students in each category of other Salt Factory/State.
Women Scientist Scheme-A
Category: Education & Learning, Skills & Employment, Social welfare & Empowerment, Science, IT & Communications, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
A Research Grant by MoST for female candidates to pursue research in frontier areas of science and engineering, preferably those having a break in career (minimum two years) and not having regular employment, to explore possibility of re-entry into the profession. This scheme will provide a research grant for a well-defined project proposal for a period of maximum three years. This grant will cover the fellowship of the applicant and cost of small equipment, contingencies, travel, consumables, etc. Institutional overhead charges will be extra.
The support is available in 5 disciplines under WOS-A namely, i) Physical & Mathematical Sciences (PMS), ii) Chemical Sciences (CS), iii) Life Sciences (LS), iv) Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (EAS), and v) Engineering Technology (ET).
The scheme plays pivotal role in gender mainstreaming as it not only prevents brain drain from S&T system but also train and retain women in the system. The scheme initially offers opportunity to work as bench-level scientists and ultimately open new avenues for permanent position in Science & Technology.

Benefits:
₹ 55,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for Ph.D. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 30 lakh) 
₹ 40,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Phil./MTech or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 25 lakh) 
₹ 31,000/- pm (and HRA as applicable) for M.Sc. or equivalent (total project cost not exceeding ₹ 20 lakh)
This grant will cover the fellowship of the applicant and cost of small equipments, contingencies, travel, consumables, etc. 
The benefits are provided for a period of maximum three years.
The payment of the scholarship will be through DBT.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a FEMALE.
1. The applicant must either be unemployed or in a position other than regular/permanent position.
1. The age of the applicant must be between 27 and 57 years (5 year relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and physically challenged candidates)
1. The applicant must hold either of the following Minimum essential qualification - 



  - Minimum Post Graduate degree, equivalent to M.Sc. in Basic or Applied Sciences or B.Tech. or MBBS or other equivalent professional qualifications.
  - M.Phil/M.Tech/M.Pharm/M.VSc or equivalent qualifications.
  - Ph.D. in Basic or Applied Sciences.
Women’s Instinct for Developing and Ushering in Scientific Heights & Innovation
Category: Women and Child, Science, IT & Communications
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
A new programme “Women&#39;s Instinct for Developing and Ushering in Scientific Heights &amp; Innovations (WIDUSHI)” is started by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under its umbrella scheme “Women in Science and Engineering-KIRAN (WISE-KIRAN)” for senior women scientists to harness their knowledge and potential for the betterment of Science and Society. WIDUSHI programme aims to encourage and support senior women scientists to conduct research in interdisciplinary areas of Science and Technology.

Benefits:
Category A:
Fellowship (Principal Investigator):
 ₹75,000/- per month
Research Assistant:
 1 position provided
Research Grant:
 ₹5,00,000 per year
Institutional Overhead Charges: 
₹1,00,000/- per annum
Category B:
Fellowship (Principal Investigator):
 ₹85,000/- per month
Research Assistant: 
1 position provided
Research Grant: 
₹5,00,000 per year
Institutional Overhead Charges:
 ₹1,00,000/- per annum


Eligibility Criteria:
> **Category A: The following are the primary eligibility criteria-**


   1. **Employment:** Women Scientists who are permanent employees but retiring in a year or already retired/superannuated from government academic/research institutions.   1. **Age:** 57-62 years   1. **Qualification:** Women Scientists having Ph.D. in Basic/Applied Sciences or equivalent degree.   1. **Research Experience:** Minimum 2 R&amp;D projects as Principal Investigator with excellent track record.   1. **Publications:** Minimum 20 research publications with impact factor.
> **Category B: The following are the primary eligibility criteria-**


   1. **Employment:** Women who are not permanent employees in any institution but working temporarily and have completed 2 independent research projects as Principal Investigator.   1. **Age:** 45-62 years   1. **Qualification:** Women Scientists having Ph.D. in Basic/Applied Sciences or equivalent degree.   1. **Research Experience:** Minimum 2 R&amp;D projects as Principal Investigator with excellent track record.   1. **Publications:** Minimum 10 research publications with impact factor.
&gt; **Proposals are invited from senior women scientists in the following scientific disciplines:**


   1. Physical &amp;amp; Mathematical Sciences
   1. Chemical Sciences
   1. Life Sciences
   1. Earth &amp;amp; Atmospheric Sciences
   1. Engineering &amp;amp; Technology
   1. S&amp;amp;T-based Societal Research

> **Co-Investigator (Co-I):** 

&#39;WIDUSHI&#39; fellow should choose a permanent faculty as Co-I (male/female) of the project for academic and administrative support in project implementation. The service of Co-I has to be due for a period not less than the proposed period of the WIDUSHI project. The Co-I is not eligible for any separate grants under the programme.
Mobility Scheme
Category: Science, IT & Communications
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology

Details:
The “Mobility Scheme” was launched under Knowledge Involvement in Research Advancement through Nurturing (KIRAN) Programme by the Department of Science &amp; Technology, Government of India, aims to address relocation issue of women scientists working in regular position in Government Organizations. The scheme aims to provide an opportunity to women scientists who are facing difficulties in their present job due to relocation (marriage, transfer of husband to any other location within the country, attending ailing parents, and accompanying children studying in different city) and will act as filler while searching other career option at new place.
The initiative intends to provide a harmonious environment during early phases of women scientists where they would like to stay active in research in addition to attending and fulfilling other responsibilities in the domestic front. It offers a contractual research award to women scientists and enables them for independent research.

Benefits:
Monthly Salary:
 Consolidated monthly salary is provided to awardees for the entire project duration.
Manpower Support:
 Need-based manpower support is provided to assist in project implementation.
Research Grant:
 ₹5,00,000/- per annum is provided for consumables, contingencies, travel, and minor equipment.
Duration: 
Total tenure will be a maximum of five (5) years for this award. This award will not be available for renewal after completion of 5 years duration.


Eligibility Criteria:
- Woman scientists/academicians working at permanent position in any Government Institution/R&amp;D Lab/University and willing to resign from their permanent position or take a long leave to avail the fellowship and after completion of the tenure return back to the parent organization.
  - The new place should be located beyond 500 Km from present city.
  - Upper age limit is 50 years to apply.
Pension Scheme to Widow- DNH & DD
Category: Women and Child, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu

Details:
The scheme “Pension Scheme to Widow” is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, UT of Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to widows aged between 18-59 years. This scheme offers ₹1,000/- per month to help them meet their basic needs. Eligible beneficiaries should be domiciles of Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu, with an annual income not exceeding ₹1.5 lakh. The pension is discontinued if the widow remarries or enters a live-in relationship. Additionally, beneficiaries should not be receiving financial assistance under any other widow pension scheme. This initiative ensures essential financial support to widows, helping them lead a dignified life.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, widows receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- per month.
Note:
 The mode of fund transfer shall be Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a domicile of the Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu.
   1. The applicant should be a widow.
   1. The applicant should be between 18 and 59 years of age.
   1. The benefit will be discontinued if the applicant remarries or enters a live-in relationship.
   1. The applicant&#39;s annual income should not exceed ₹1.5 lakh.
   1. The applicant should not be receiving financial assistance under any other widow pension scheme.

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**Special/General Conditions:** In case of non-availability of age proof the beneficiary shall be referred to Medical Board (Government Hospital) of the concerned district for verification of age. After attaining age of 60 years, the beneficiary shall be transferred to the Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen).
Post Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship For Single Girl Child
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
A scholarship scheme by the University Grants Commission for Girl students who are admitted in the first year of PG courses in any designated university or a postgraduate college, and happen to be the only girl child in the family. The amount of fellowship is ₹ 36,200/- p.a. for the full duration of a PG course. The scheme has been introduced with an aim to compensate direct costs of girl education at all levels, especially for such girls who happen to be the only girl child in their families. The objectives of the proposed scheme are:
a) To support the postgraduate education of single girl children in postgraduate courses only.
b) To recognize the value of observance of the small family norms. The candidates are required to apply online on National Scholarship Portal after initiation of the application process and notice to be published on the UGC website. 3,000 fresh scholarships will be awarded every year and will be paid on DBT mode on annual basis.

Benefits:
Nature of Assistance Available Under the Scheme
Amount of fellowship: ₹36,200/- per annum for a period of two years only i.e. full duration of a PG course.
3,000 fresh scholarships will be awarded every year and will be paid on DBT mode on annual basis.

Note
No other additional grant will be payable in lieu of hostel charges and medical charges, etc.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant must be the only girl child in the family.
1. Girl students without having any brothers or the girl student who are twin daughters/ fraternal daughters may also apply
1. The age of the applicant should not be more than 30 years at the time of admission in the first year of PG
1. course.
1. The applicant must have taken admission to regular, full-time first-year master's degree courses in any designated university or a postgraduate college. 
1. The candidate should be pursuing a non-professional course and be taking regular classes from a recognized institution.
1. The applicant must not be pursuing education through distance education mode.
1. This scholarship is available to PG-I year students only.
Post Matric Scholarship To Scheduled Tribe Students Of Nagaland
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Nagaland

Details:
The Directorate of Higher Education (DHE) has launched the Post Matric Scholarship To Scheduled Tribe Students Of Nagalandscheme for providing socio-economic welfare to the students belonging to the residentship of Nagaland state. The student must be studying or getting admission to the post-matric class (class 11th, 12, UG, PG Degree).Post-matric Scholarship for ST Scholarship is awarded to the students of the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. The objective of the ST scholarship is to provide financial assistance to these students to complete their studies at the college level.
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Benefits:
To provide social security provisions to the students of post-metric classes.
Students will be able to pursue studies.
To provide financial assistance to these students to complete their studies at the college level.
Providing socio-economic welfare to the students belonging to the residentship of Nagaland state.



Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant should be pursuing post-matric studies (above Class X) and belong to the Scheduled Tribe of Nagaland.
- The applicant should have parents’/guardian’s annual income not exceeding ₹2.50 lakh from all sources.
- The applicant should be studying in an institution with a valid AISHE/UDISE code.
- The applicant should not be a repeater (students who failed in the last examination are not eligible).
- The applicant should not have availed this scholarship at the same stage of education in a different stream or subject.
- The applicant should not have a study break of more than two years.
- The applicant should not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship scheme.
- The applicant should not be employed in any Government or Semi-Government establishment.
- The applicant should be pursuing a Diploma or Certificate course of at least two years duration, if applicable, and must fulfil all the above criteria.
- The applicant should be studying under NIOS, if applicable, and must fulfil the above criteria and have passed Class 10 with English, Alternative English/MIL, Science, Mathematics, and Social Science for Class 11 or 12 level courses.
Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Power Tiller
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Level: State | State: Tamil Nadu

Details:
The &quot;Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: Power Tiller&quot; scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing a power tiller, with up to 90% of the cost covered through a loan. This initiative aims to support agricultural productivity by making essential farming equipment more accessible. The interest rate on the loan ranges from 11% to 12.25%.

Benefits:
Access to Loan:
 Up to 90% of the cost of a power tiller.
Interest Rate: 
11% to 12.25% (subject to change).


Eligibility Criteria:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be engaged in agricultural activities.
  - The beneficiary should be interested in availing of a loan for purchasing power tiller.
  - The beneficiary should have the intention to use the loan specifically for purchasing power tiller.

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Pragati Scholarship Scheme For Girl Students (Technical Diploma)
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
A scholarship scheme by AICTE, MoE for Girl Students admitted in 1st or 2nd Year of the technical diploma course in an AICTE approved institution. A maximum of two girl children per family are eligible to avail of the benefits. The benefits are provided for a period of maximum of 3 years for first-year admitted students and a maximum of 2 years for second-year admitted students through lateral entry. This scheme is an attempt to give young women the opportunity to further their education and prepare for a successful future by empowering Women through knowledge, skill, and self-confidence.

Benefits:
₹ 50,000/- 
per annum for every year of study, i.e. maximum 3 years for first-year admitted students and maximum 2 years for second-year admitted students, through lateral entry as lump sum amount towards payment of
 college fee, purchase of computer, stationeries, books, equipment, software, etc. 
No other additional grant will be payable instead of hostel charges medical charges, etc.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a **Girl Student.**1. The applicant must be pursuing either **the First year of the Diploma course** OR **the** **Second year of the Diploma course through lateral entry.**1. The **annual income of the family** (from all sources) must not be more than **₹ 8,00,000 per annum** during the current financial year.1. **All eligible girls** (who submit an online scholarship form) **from the following 13 Union Territories and North Eastern States** i.e., Andaman and Nicobar Islands (UT), Jammu and Kashmir (UT), Ladakh (UT), Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu (UT), Lakshadweep (UT), Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, & Tripura will be given a scholarship by AICTE.
PM POSHAN - Prime Minister's Overarching Scheme For Holistic Nourishment
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
PM POSHAN is a centrally sponsored scheme by the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education. Under this scheme, one hot cooked meal will be provided to the children studying in Government and Government – aided schools. The Scheme is implemented across the country covering all the eligible children without any discrimination of gender and social class. The main objectives of the PM POSHAN Abhiyaan are to address two of the pressing problems for the majority of children in India, viz. hunger and education by improving the nutritional status of eligible children in Government and Government-aided schools as well as encouraging poor children, belonging to disadvantaged sections, to attend school more regularly and help them concentrate on classroom activities. POSHAN Abhiyaan is one of the many schemes under the umbrella scheme "Integrated Child Development Services Scheme (ICDS)". ICDS also includes Anganwadi Services Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, and Scheme for Adolescent Girls.

Benefits:
Nutrition norm per child per day:
Primary: Calorie – 450; Protein - 12 gms
Upper Primary: Calorie – 700; Protein - 20 gms

Food norms per child per day:
Primary: Food grains - 100 gms; Pulses - 20 gms; Vegetables - 50 gms; Oil & fat - 5 gms, Salt & condiments - As per need.
Upper Primary: Food grains - 150 gms; Pulses - 30 gms; Vegetables - 75 gms; Oil & fat – 7.5 gms, Salt & condiments - As per need.

Under the Scheme, there is the provision of hot cooked meals to children of pre-schools or Bal Vatika (before class I) in primary schools also in addition to the 11.80 crore children of classes I to VIII studying in 11.20 lakh schools.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant must be studying in a Primary or Upper Primary class (Class 1st to Class 8th) in a Government or a Government-aided school.
Top Class Education For Scheduled Caste Students
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
A scholarship scheme by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment for Scheduled Caste students pursuing studies beyond class 12th admitted in a full-time course in one of the notified institutions. The total annual family income from all sources must be less than or equal to Rs. 8.00 lakh. The benefit of the Scheme will not be provided to more than 2 siblings in a family. The scholarship, once awarded, will continue till the completion of the course, subject to satisfactory performance of the student. The students who have studied class X from any of the Central/State/Municipal Govt. or Govt. aided schools (except KVS schools), shall be automatically qualified under the scheme.

Benefits:
Payment of 
Full tuition fee and non-refundable charges
 (Ceiling of Rs. 2.00 LPA per student for private sector institutions; Ceiling of Rs.3.72 LPA per student for the private sector flying clubs for Commercial Pilot Training and Type Rating Courses)
Living expenses:
 ₹ 3000/- per month per student.
Books and stationery:
 ₹ 5000/- per annum per student.
A 
computer/laptop with accessories (UPS and printer)
 limited to ₹ 45000/- per student (one-time assistance).


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a student.
1. The applicant must be pursuing studies beyond class 12th admitted in a full-time course in one of the "notified institutions" (refer definition).
1. The applicant must be from a Scheduled Caste.
1. The Total Annual Family Income of the applicant must be less than or equal to ₹ 8 Lakh per Annum.
National Youth Corps
Category: Skills & Employment, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Youth Affairs & Sports

Details:
A volunteership scheme by Ministry of Youth Affairs And Sports to tap the potential of the disciplined and dedicated youth In the age group of 18 to 29 years who have the inclination and spirit to engage in nation building exercises, to serve up to two years in Nation Building activities for which they would receive a monthly honorarium of Rs- 5000/- . Each NYV is required to be IT Savvy. Further NYVs should have the capability of preparing report/documentation of youth program and upload online. NYC should also know about preparing reports for media/news statement. Each NYV should know the using of required mobile Apps (for example Digidhan, Digital India etc). The NYC Scheme is being implemented by Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS).

Benefits:
An honorarium of ₹ 5000 per month is provided for serving up to two years (including the period of training which will be for 4 weeks) in the identified development activities on a full-time basis.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be between 18 - 29 years of age.
1. The applicant must have passed Class 10th.
SVAMITVA Yojana (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas)
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Panchayati Raj

Details:
SVAMITVA, a Central Sector scheme of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj provides a ‘Record of Rights’ to village household owners with the issuance of legal ownership cards (Property cards/Title deeds) to the property owners by mapping land parcels using drone technology.
> **Objectives**


- Creation of accurate land records for rural planning and reducing property-related disputes.
- To bring financial stability to the citizens in rural India by enabling them to use their property as a financial asset for taking loans and other financial benefits.
- Determination of property tax, which would accrue to the GPs directly in States where it is devolved or else, add to the State exchequer.
- Creation of survey infrastructure and GIS maps that can be leveraged by any department for their use. 
- To support in the preparation of a better-quality Gram Panchayat Development Plan (GPDP) by making use of GIS maps

The scheme is a reformative step towards the establishment of clear ownership of property in rural inhabited (Abadi) areas, by mapping of land parcels using drone technology and providing ‘Record of Rights’ to village household owners with the issuance of legal ownership cards (Property cards/Title deeds) to the property owners. 
There are about 6.62 lakh villages in the country which will be eventually covered in this scheme. The entire work is likely to be spread for five years.

Benefits:
Drone Digitally Maps All the Land Parcels of the Inhabited Area of the Village.
Creation of Property Cards on the Exact Area of Each Property in the Village.
Proprietary Rights to the Village Household Owner.
Property as a Financial Asset for Taking Loans and Other Financial Benefits.
Reduce Property Disputes and Legal Cases.
Determination of Property Tax.
Creation of Accurate Land Records for Rural Planning.
Better Gpdp - Leveraging Gis Database/ Maps Created for Better Planning and Execution of Plans.

Eligibility Criteria:
The applicant should have a property in rural inhabited (Abadi) area.
NBCFDC General Loan Scheme
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Details:
A general loan scheme by the Ministry of Social Justice for Indian citizens from backward classes for various income-generating activities. Loan up to ₹15 Lakh per beneficiary for pursuing income-generating activities such as Agriculture and Allied Activities, Small Business/Artisan & Traditional Occupation, Transport Sector & Service Sector, and Technical & Professional Trades/Courses.

Benefits:
Loan up to ₹15 Lakh per beneficiary for pursuing income generating activities such as Agriculture and Allied Activities, Small Business/Artisan & Traditional Occupation, Transport Sector & Service Sector, and Technical & Professional Trades/Courses.
The rate of interest would be as follows - Loan up to ₹ 5.00 Lakh: 6% per annum; Loan above ₹5.00 Lakh up to ₹ 10.00 Lakh: 7% per annum; Loan above ₹10.00 Lakh up to ₹ 15.00 Lakh: 8% per annum.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be an Entrepreneur
1. The applicant must be from a Backward Class (OBC).
1. The Total Annual Family Income of the applicant must be Less than ₹ 3 Lakh per Annum.
Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant
Category: Health & Wellness
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare

Details:
A health scheme by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for financially poor patients to defray a part of the expenditure on Hospitalization/treatment in Government Hospitals,for life threatening diseases covered under Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN), in cases where free medical facilities are not available. Only those having annual family income up to Rs.1.25,000/- and below are eligible for financial assistance from Health Minister’s Discretionary Grant (HMDG). Under this scheme, Financial assistance is provided towards treatment in Government hospitals including super specialty Government hospitals / institutes.

Benefits:
Financial assistance towards treatment in Government hospitals including super specialty Government hospitals / institutes.
Financial Assistance of ₹50,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is up to ₹1,00,000/- .
Financial Assistance of ₹75,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is above ₹1,00,000/- & up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Financial Assistance of ₹1,00,000/- if the estimated cost of treatment is above ₹1,50,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must not be an employee of either Central or State Govt.
1. The applicant must have been Hospitalized / Undergoing Treatment in a Government Hospital (including super specialty Government hospitals / institutes).
1. The Total Annual Family Income of the applicant must not exceed ₹1,00,000/- per annum.
Dr. D.S. Kothari Research Grant For Newly Recruited Faculty Members
Category: Education & Learning
Level: Central | State: All
Ministry: Ministry of Education

Details:
The scheme "Dr. D.S. Kothari Research Grant for Newly Recruited Faculty Members" is a research grant scheme by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Department of Higher Education (DoHE). The purpose of the research grant is to provide opportunities to regularly appointed faculty members of Universities/ Institutes/ Colleges to pursue research in their area(s). All teachers who are newly appointed at the level of Assistant Professor against permanent posts in the university shall be eligible to receive financial support under the scheme. The Assistant professor should possess a Ph.D. degree with a minimum of five (5) research papers to his / her credit, published in journals of international repute. There are 132 slots, and the tenure is 2 years. The quantum of support under the scheme is ₹ 10,00,000.

Benefits:
Tenure and Slots
Tenure: 2 years; Slots: 132

Financial Assistance
The quantum of support under the scheme is 
₹ 10,00,000
. The grant can be utilized for purchasing items like minor equipment, consumables, contingencies, fieldwork, travel, etc. The items/equipment purchased from this grant shall be the property of the University.

Note 1:
 The grant cannot be used for international travel, purchasing furniture items or for 
appointing a project assistant or research fellow.
Note 2: 
The quantum of funds under these heads can be decided by the recipient depending on 
his / her needs.


Eligibility Criteria:
(i)   Faculty members regularly appointed and working in the following institutions:
a)   Universities (including constituent and affiliated colleges/institutions) are included under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956, and have valid accreditation from NAAC.
b)   deemed-to-be-universities under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 and having valid accreditation from NAAC.
c)   Institutions fully funded by Central or State Governments and empowered to award Degrees.
d)   Institutions of National Importance. (ii)   All newly appointed teachers at the level of Assistant Professor against permanent posts in the university shall be eligible to receive financial support under the scheme. (iii)   The Assistant professor should possess a Ph.D. degree with a minimum of five (5) research papers to his / her credit, published in journals of international repute. (iv)   The Assistant Professor should apply for the grant within a period of two years from the date of joining the post in the Department / University.
Integrated Social Security Scheme - Women In Distress
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
Launched in 1995, ISSS (Integrated Social Security Scheme) is a State Sponsored Scheme by the Social Welfare Department of the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir where financial assistance is provided to Old Age Persons, Widows, Divorcees, Women in Distress, Transgenders, and Physically Handicapped Persons. The scheme is funded through Plan and Non-Plan on the basis of a 50:50 sharing pattern. The scheme has the following components - 
a)  Pension for Old Age Person
b)  Pension for Women in Distress
c)  Pension for Physically Challenged Person
d)  Pension to Transgenders Under the "Women in Distress" component of ISSS, a pension of ₹1,000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account through DBT mode. The aim of the scheme is to provide monthly financial assistance to destitute widows/divorced/deserted women with no source of income.

Benefits:
A pension of ₹1,000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account through DBT mode.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should be a destitute widow/divorced/deserted woman.
1. The income of the applicant should be less than ₹ 75,000/- per annum or the applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line (BPL)" Category.
1. The age of the applicant should be between 40 and 79 years.
Integrated Social Security Scheme - Pension For Physically Challenged Persons
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Level: State | State: Jammu and Kashmir

Details:
ISSS (Integrated Social Security Scheme) is a State Sponsored Scheme by the Social Welfare Department of the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir where financial assistance is provided to Old Age Persons, Widows, Divorcees, Women in Distress, Transgenders, and Physically Handicapped Persons. The scheme is funded through Plan and Non-Plan on the basis of a 50:50 sharing pattern. The scheme has the following components - 
a)  Pension for Old Age Person
b)  Pension for Women in Distress
c)  Pension for Physically Challenged Person
d)  Pension to Transgenders Under the "Pension for Physically Challenged Person" component of ISSS, a pension of ₹1000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account through DBT mode. The aim of the scheme is to provide monthly financial assistance to Physically Challenged Pensioners who have meager support or no source of livelihood.

Benefits:
A pension of ₹1000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account through DBT mode.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The age of applicant should be between 18 and 79 years.
1. The applicant should have severe or multiple disabilities with a disability percentage of at least 40%.
1. The income of the applicant should be less than ₹ 75,000/- per annum or the applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line (BPL)" Category.
Savitribai Phule Scholarship For V.J.N.T. And S.B.C. Girl Students Studying In 5th To 7th Standard
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Level: State | State: Maharashtra

Details:
Savitribai Phule Scholarship is a Scholarship Scheme by the Social Justice and Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. The scheme was introduced 12th January 1996. The scheme was further amended in 29th October 1996 to include S.B.C. Students. The objective of the scheme is to encourage the enrollment and to decrease the dropout ratio of Girl Students of Maharashtra from Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) and Special Backward Classes (SBC), studying in Class 5th to Class 7th. The beneficiary is provided ₹ 60/- per month, i.e. ₹ 600/- for ten months.

Benefits:
The beneficiary is provided ₹ 60/- per month, i.e. ₹ 600/- for ten months.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a girl.
1. The applicant must be a resident of the state of Maharashtra.
1. The applicant must belong to Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) or Special Backward Classes (SBC) Category. 
1. The applicant must be studying in Class 5th to Class 7th.
1. The applicant must be studying in a Government Recognized School.