smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Palanhar Scheme
State: Rajasthan
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Palanhar Yojana has been started by the state government of Rajasthan to benefit the orphan and needy children of the state.

Benefits:
1. Orphan Category :
For the age group (0 to 6 years) : Rs. 1500/- per month.
For the age group (6 to 18 years) : Rs. 2500/- per month.
1. Other Category:
For the age group (0 to 6 years) : Rs. 500/- per month.
For the age group (6 to 18 years) : Rs. 1000/- per month.
1. For Books/Stationaries/Dress/Sweater/shoes etc: Rs. 2000/- per year. 

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Eligibility:
1. Orphan boy/girl.
1. Children of parents sentenced to death/life imprisonment under judicial orders.
1. Children of a widowed mother receiving a pension (maximum 3 children at a time).
1. Children of remarried widowed mothers.
1. Children of HIV/AIDS affected mother/father.
1. Children of parents suffering from leprosy.
1. Children of related mothers (Maximum 3 children at a time).
1. Children of specially-abled parents.
1. Children of divorced/abandoned women receiving the pension.
1. Children of parents suffering from silicosis.
1. The age of the child should be less than 18 years.
1. If Child age is 18 and still studying/staying in 12th class or lower class, then in such a situation such children will be given an additional one year ( The benefit can be provided till the age of 19 years). The said benefit will not be payable after the child completes 19 years of age or passes 12th class.
1. The certificate that the guardian is a native of Rajasthan state or has been residing in the state for more than three years.
1. Guardian Family income should not be more than Rs. 1.20 Laks per annum.

Application Process:
[Online]
Applicants can apply online via e-mitra.
Click on the login button.
New applicants can register or existing users can log in here. 
Existing users can process further with their SSOID and new users can register with their Jan-Aadhaar ID.
Provide the required details.
Enclosed required documents.
Submit

Documents Required:
Jan Aadhar/Bhamashah Card Copy.
Aadhar Card Copy.
Education Qualification Marksheet / Certificate Copy.
Caste Category certificate.
Panchayat Kalyan Kosh
State: Uttar Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Panchayati Raj Department, Uttar Pradesh
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Family

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the families or dependents of Gram Pradhans, Kshetra Panchayat Pramukhs, Zila Panchayat Presidents, and all members of the three-tier Panchayat elected as representatives of the people, in the event of their death while in office.

Benefits:
In the event of the death of a Panchayat Representative while in office, the following amounts will be provided to their families or dependents:

  - Pradhan of Gram Panchayat, Pramukh of Kshetra Panchayat, and Zila Panchayat President: ₹10,00,000/-
  - Member of Zila Panchayat: ₹5,00,000/-
  - Member of Kshetra Panchayat: ₹3,00,000/-
  - Member of Gram Panchayat: ₹2,00,000/-

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a family member or dependent of a deceased Panchayat Representative.
   1. Assistance is provided in the event of the death of a Panchayat Representative (Pradhan of Gram Panchayat, Pramukh of Kshetra Panchayat, Zila Panchayat President, or members of Zila Panchayat, Kshetra Panchayat, and Gram Panchayat) while serving in office.
   1. Assistance will not be provided in cases of suicide or involvement in criminal acts by the Panchayat Representative.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Family members or dependents of the deceased Panchayat representatives should apply directly through the official website of the Panchayati Raj Department, Uttar Pradesh.
Step 2: During registration on the Panchayat Kalyan Kosh portal, the dependent must fill out the application form in the prescribed format (Appendix-1) and upload the necessary documents.
Step 3: The District Panchayat Raj Officer will download the application submitted by the dependent from their login ID and obtain approval from the District Magistrate after a thorough review.
Step 4: Once approved by the District Magistrate, the District Panchayat Raj Officer will forward the application form to the Director of Panchayati Raj from their login ID for fund transfer.

Documents Required:
Applicant's identity proof
Proof of relationship with the deceased Panchayat representative
Ration card
In case of accidental death of the Panchayat representative, provide a copy of the Panchnama, postmortem report, or a certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner
Death certificate issued by the competent authority in case of natural death
Certificate issued by the Gram Panchayat Secretary in case of the death of a Gram Pradhan or Gram Panchayat member, by the Block Development Officer in case of the death of an Kshetra Pramukh or Kshetra Panchayat member, and by the Additional Chief Officer for the death of a Zila Panchayat President or Zila Panchayat member
Bank account details/bank passbook
Certification record from the office of the elected person
Any additional documents as required
Panchayat Samiti Nandishala Jan Sahbhagita Yojana
State: Rajasthan
Ministry: null
Department: Animal Husbandry Department
Category: Housing & Shelter
Beneficiary Type: Government Organisation, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Registered Societies, NGO

The "Panchayat Samiti Nandishala Jan Sahbhagita Yojana" was initiated to provide shelter for stray male cattle by constructing infrastructure in Panchayat Samitis.

Benefits:
- One-time assistance of 90% of the total construction cost.

Eligibility:
1. Eligible entities include local bodies, Panchayati Raj institutions, registered trusts, NGOs, and government-recognized institutions.
   1. The organization must have been operational for at least 3 years.
   1. Ownership of 20 bighas of private land to sustain 250 male cattle.
   1. Minimum of 3 years of experience in operating a cattle shelter or similar activities.
   1. Availability of 10% contribution towards the project cost.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Obtain the application form from the Office of the District Joint Director, Animal Husbandry Department.
Step 2: Review the tender notices and apply online as per the guidelines.
Step 3: Submit the application form along with the required documents.
Step 4: Await verification and approval from the concerned authority.
Scheme Contact Details:Nodal Officer Name & Designation: Dr. Anil Kaushik, Joint Director	Phone Number: 9829332050Email: dir.dgs@rajasthan.gov.in

Documents Required:
Proof of organization's registration and existence for at least 3 years.
Land ownership documents for 20 bighas of private land.
Experience certificate for operating a cattle shelter for at least 3 years.
Any additional documents as per scheme guidelines.
Panchayat Secretariat Strengthening Scheme
State: Jharkhand
Ministry: null
Department: Panchayati Raj and NREP Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Village

The "Panchayat Secretariat Strengthening Scheme" by the Panchayati Raj Department, Government of Jharkhand, aims to provide financial assistance of ₹15,000 per month to each Gram Panchayat for operational and maintenance purposes, ensuring efficient governance at the grassroots level.

Benefits:
- A monthly grant of ₹15,000 per Gram Panchayat for operational expenses.

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**NOTE:** Electronic fund transfer mechanism for timely disbursement every quarter.

Eligibility:
1. The Gram Panchayats must within the state of Jharkhand.
1. The Gram Panchayat must have an operational Panchayat Secretariat in place to receive and utilize the grant.
1. The Gram Panchayat must maintain proper records, documentation, and reconciliation of expenditures to continue receiving support under the scheme.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Panchayati Raj/Panchayati Raj Department and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Panchayati Raj/Panchayati Raj Department.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Gram Panchayat Registration Certificate.
Active Bank Account Details.
Previous Utilization Certificates (if applicable).
Audit Reports (if applicable).
Resolution Copy from the Gram Panchayat approving fund utilization.
Proof of Expenditure for sanctioned activities.
Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Vigyaan Gram Sankul Pariyojana
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Science And Technology
Category: Transport & Infrastructure, Science, IT & Communications
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The project aims to promote sustainable rural development through the application of science & technology to enhance livelihoods in selected villages throughout Uttarakhand. Under the project, rural development initiatives are implemented through the formation of village clusters across the state.

Benefits:
- Under the project, rural development work is carried out by forming clusters of villages across various districts of the state. 
  - Based on the natural resources available in the selected villages, various units are established to improve farmers&amp;#39; livelihoods through the application of science and technology.

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Eligibility:
1. The beneficiaries of the project include selected farmers, entrepreneurs, self-help groups, and general public residing in Uttarakhand.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The project is being implemented through the formation of Gramodaya Cooperative Societies, with experienced farmers selected from the chosen clusters.

Documents Required:
Documents are required to be submitted as per the guidelines of the Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST).
Pandit Deendayal Educational Excellence Award
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Education
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual, University / Institution

The scheme aims to promote academic excellence among schools & students by providing cash awards to the best-performing schools at the high school & intermediate levels at the state level, as well as to students securing top positions in Uttarakhand Board High School & Intermediate Examinations.

Benefits:
> **For Schools:**

The 3 schools giving the best results at the state level are awarded prizes of:

- ₹10,00,000/-, ₹5,00,000/-, and ₹3,00,000/- at the Intermediate level.
- ₹8,00,000/-, ₹4,00,000/-, and ₹2,00,000/- at the High School level.

> **For Students (Intermediate Level):**

- Students securing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions: ₹21,000/-, ₹15,000/-, and ₹11,000/- respectively.
- Students securing 4th to 10th positions: ₹5,100/- each.

> **For Students (High School Level):**

- Students securing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions: ₹15,000/-, ₹11,000/-, and ₹8,000/- respectively.
- Students securing 4th to 10th positions: ₹5,100/- each.

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Eligibility:
> **For School:**

   1. The applicant school must be among the 3 best-performing schools at the Uttarakhand Board high school or intermediate level school at the state level.

&gt; **For Student:**

   1. The applicant student must be among the top 10 rank holders in the Uttarakhand Board Council Examination at High School or Intermediate level examination.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The Secondary Education Department, Uttarakhand, receives the list from the Board after the examination results are declared. After obtaining approval from the competent authority for the amount to be awarded to high school and intermediate students securing top 10 positions in the Board examinations, the list is forwarded to the Chief Education Officer.
The concerned Chief Education Officer issues drafts to the respective schools according to the number of eligible students. The schools then provide these to the students directly or, in some cases, distribute the funds through award ceremonies. 
Under this scheme, students are not required to submit any application.

Documents Required:
No documents are required from the applicant.
Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Housing & Shelter
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to support Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) by offering financial aid up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction. This scheme also ensures that Economically Weaker Sections receive support in securing shelter.

Benefits:
- Financial Assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction.

Eligibility:
- Applicant must belong to the Economically Backward Class (EBC).
- Applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- Applicant&#39;s family income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- per annum.
- Applicant must own land or have been allotted land/house under a government poverty housing scheme.

Application Process:
[Online]
RegistrationStep 1: Visit the Official Website of eSamajkalyan.
Step 2: In the right pane of the home page, click "New User? Please Register Here!".
You will be taken to the Registration Form.
Step 3: In the form, provide all the mandatory fields, fill in the captcha code, and click "Submit" to complete the registration process. A popup will appear acknowledging successful registration and displaying your User ID for Login.
ApplicationStep 1: Visit the Official Website of eSamajkalyan.
Step 2: In the "Citizen Login" section provided in the right pane of the home page, provide your User ID and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, then click "Login".
Step 3: In the ribbon provided at the top of the website, click the "Corporation" menu, then click on "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (EBC)".
Step 4: You will be taken to the online application form of the scheme. In the form, provide all the mandatory fields and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
Step 5: Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make corrections, if any.
Step 6: Click "Submit" to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message. Note down your Application Number for future reference. You can also take a printout of the submitted application form.
Track Application StatusStep 1: Visit the Official Website of eSamajkalyan.
Step 2: Navigate to the bottom of the home page, and click "Your Application Status".
Step 3: In the next page, provide your Application Number, Date of Birth, and click "View Status". The current status of your application will be displayed.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque.
Caste Certificate.
Income Certificate.
Land Ownership Aadhaar.
Land Ownership Acknowledgment Form.
Title Deed/Sanad Deed (as applicable).
Map of land signed by Talati-cum-Mantri.
Allotment order of land/house (if received under a poverty scheme).
Permission letter for building construction.
Certificate from the Circle Inspector for housing assistance.
Certificate from City or Gram Panchayat Talati-cum-Mantri.
Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (NT-DNT)
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Housing & Shelter
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare) (NT-DNT)" provides financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- to the people belonging to Nomadic Tribes and Denotified Tribes.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance:** Up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction.

Eligibility:
- Applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
  - Applicant must belong to the [Nomadic Tribe (NT)/ Denotified Tribe (DNT)](https://socialjustice.gov.in/writereaddata/UploadFile/Draft%20List%20of%20Denotified%20Tribes%20for%20Mail.pdf).  - Applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000/-.

Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Go to the  eSamajKalyan portal and navigate to the "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana (Developing Caste Welfare)  (NT-DNT)" section under the menu option.
Step 2: Click on "Apply Now".
Step 3: Click on "New User? Please Register Here".
Step 4: Enter the required details and click Register.
Application Process:Step 1: Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha Code, then click "Login".
Step 2: Read the scheme details carefully and click OK.
Step 3: If your permanent address is correct, confirm it. Otherwise, enter your correct address.
Step 4: Click Save & Next to proceed. Upload the relevant documents.
Step 5: If you need to make changes, click "No, Cancel". If all details are correct, click "Yes, Submit".
Step 6: Click Save Application. Note down your Application Number for future reference. You can also take a printout by clicking Print Application.
Check Application Status: Click here.

Documents Required:
A copy of the map showing the area of the land on which the building is to be constructed (signed by Talati-cum-Mantri).
Allotment order of land/ ready-made house received under any poverty housing scheme.
Caste Certificate.
City Talati Comm Mantri for granting housing assistance to the applicant.
Income Certificate.
Land Ownership Acknowledgment Form.
Permission letter for building construction.
Aadhaar Card.
Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.
Certificate issued by Circle Inspector for granting housing assistance to the applicant.
Gram Panchayat Talati Comm Mantri for granting housing assistance to the applicant.
Land Ownership Aadhaar.
Land Ownership Document.
Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Housing & Shelter
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare" provides financial assistance of up to ₹1,20,000/- to socially and educationally backward classes, economically backward classes, and nomadic exempted castes for constructing houses across Gujarat.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance:** Up to ₹1,20,000/- for house construction.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)/ Economically Backward Class (EBC) or Nomadic Exempted Caste.
  - The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant must have a total annual family income not exceeding ₹6,00,000/-.
  - The applicant must have legal ownership of land or a valid allotment order for the construction of a house.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Go to the  eSamajKalyan portal and navigate to the "Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Awas Yojana-Developing Caste Welfare" section under the menu option.
Step 2: Click on Apply Now.
Step 3: Click on "New User? Please Register Here".
Step 4: Enter the required details and click Register.
Application Process:Step 1: Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha Code, then click "Login".
Step 2: Read the scheme details carefully and click OK.
Step 3: If your permanent address is correct, confirm it. Otherwise, enter your correct address.
Step 4: Click Save & Next to proceed. Upload the relevant documents.
Step 5: If you need to make changes, click "No, Cancel". If all details are correct, click "Yes, Submit".
Step 6: Click Save Application. Note down your Application Number for future reference. You can also take a printout by clicking Print Application.
Check Application Status: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque.
Caste Certificate.
Income Certificate.
Land Ownership Aadhaar.
Land Ownership Acknowledgment Form.
Title Deed/Sanad Deed (as applicable).
Map of land signed by Talati-cum-Mantri.
Allotment order of land/house (if received under a poverty scheme).
Permission letter for building construction.
Certificate from the Circle Inspector for housing assistance.
Certificate from City or Gram Panchayat Talati-cum-Mantri.
Pandit Omkarnath Classical Music Festival and Awards
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department
Category: Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme "Pandit Omkarnath Classical Music Festival and Awards" by the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, Government of Gujarat aims to honor and encourage contributions in classical music through national-level awards and recognition to eminent male classical music artists.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance and Recognition:** Eligible male artists receive a prestigious award that acknowledges their lifelong dedication to Indian classical music.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a male.
  - The applicant should be an artist.
  - The applicant should have significantly contributed to the field of Indian classical music.
  - The applicant should have rendered at least 40 years of service in classical music at the state or national level.
  - The applicant should have received formal training under the traditional guru-shishya parampara (teacher-disciple tradition).
  - The applicant should have worked for the promotion, protection, and nurturing of classical music.
  - The applicant should have received recognized awards at the national or international level.
  - The applicant should have conducted noteworthy research in the development and conservation of classical music.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The interested applicant should request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form Sangeet Natak Academy.
Step 2: In the application form, provide all the mandatory details, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the supporting documents to the Sangeet Natak Academy.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted.

Documents Required:
Aadhar Card.
Age Proof.
Attested copy of PAN Card.
Bank Details Copy.
Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.