smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry Of New and Renewable Energy
Department: null
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: All

"PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana" is a government scheme that aims to provide free electricity to households in India.

Benefits:
**Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity for households**
Average Monthly Electricity Consumption (units)Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant CapacitySubsidy Support0-150 1-2 kW₹ 30,000/- to ₹ 60,000/-150-3002-3 kW₹ 60,000/- to ₹ 78,000/-&amp;amp;amp;gt; 300Above 3 kW₹ 78,000/-<br>

**The benefits of the scheme include:**

1. Free electricity for households.
1. Reduced electricity costs for the government.
1. Increased use of renewable energy.
1. Reduced carbon emissions.

Eligibility:
- The household must be an Indian citizen. 
- The household must own a house with a roof that is suitable for installing solar panels.
- The household must have a valid electricity connection.
- The household must not have availed any other subsidy for solar panels.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step-1 : Visit the official website.
Step-2 : Provide the following details for registration.
            - Select your State
            - Select your Electricity Distribution Company
            - Enter your Electricity Consumer Number
            - Enter Mobile Number
            - Enter Email
            - Please follow as per the direction from the portal.
Step-3 : Login with Consumer Number & Mobile Number.
Step-4 : Apply for the Rooftop Solar as per the form.
Step-5 : Fill out the online application form.
Step-6 : Wait for the feasibility approval from DISCOM. Once you get the feasibility approval install the plant by any of the registered vendors in your DISCOM.
Step-7 : Once installation is over, submit the plant details and apply for net meter.
Step-8 : After installation of net meter and inspection by DISCOM, they will generate commissioning certificate from portal.
Step-9 : Once you get the commissioning report. Submit the bank account details and a cancelled cheque through the portal. You will receive your subsidy in your bank account within 30 days.

Documents Required:
Proof of identity.
Proof of address.
Electricity bill.
Roof ownership certificate.
PM POSHAN - Prime Minister's Overarching Scheme For Holistic Nourishment
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry of Education
Department: Department of School Education and Literacy
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

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 by the Ministry of Education.

Benefits:
**Nutrition norm per child per day:**

1. Primary: Calorie – 450; Protein - 12 gms
1. Upper Primary: Calorie – 700; Protein - 20 gms

**Food norms per child per day:**

1. Primary: Food grains - 100 gms; Pulses - 20 gms; Vegetables - 50 gms; Oil &amp; fat - 5 gms, Salt &amp; condiments - As per need.
1. Upper Primary: Food grains - 150 gms; Pulses - 30 gms; Vegetables - 75 gms; Oil &amp; fat – 7.5 gms, Salt &amp; condiments - As per need.

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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.
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Eligibility:
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.

Application Process:
[Offline]
There is no application process for this scheme. PM POSHAN is equally applicable to all children who are studying in Government and Government – aided schools.

Documents Required:
No documents are required for availing the benefits of this scheme.
PMMSY: Insulated vehicles - Gujarat
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to strengthen fish storage infrastructure for hygienic preservation. Through this scheme, beneficiaries receive financial assistance for Insulated vehicles.

Benefits:
1. The unit cost is ₹20,00,000/-. 40% assistance, i.e. ₹ 8,00,000/- for the general category and 60% i.e. assistance up to ₹12,00,000/- for women and ST/SC category beneficiaries.
1. The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India.

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> **Remarks:** 60% contribution from Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments is paid.

> **Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits:** Once in a lifetime.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a native of Gujarat state.
1. The applicant should have a fishing boat registered under Real Craft software.
1. The applicant should hold a fishing license.
1. The applicant should complete the online registration on the [iKhedut Portal](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/).1. The applicant should obtain in-principle approval before purchase of the floor plan.
1. The applicant should have his/her own bank account.

> **Preference/Reservation/Relaxation:**

  - Women, SC, and ST beneficiaries are eligible for 60% assistance of the unit cost.
  - General category beneficiaries are eligible for 40% assistance of the unit cost.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhar card.
Quotation.
Caste certificate (if applicable).
Fishing License.
Passport-size photo.
Bank passbook / cancelled cheque.
Ration card.
PMMSY: Live Fish Vending Centres Scheme - Haryana
State: Haryana
Ministry: null
Department: Fisheries Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to support fishers by providing financial assistance for live fish vending centers. A subsidy per unit is provided under PMMSY.

Benefits:
**Monetary Benefit:**

- Financial assistance of ₹20,00,000/- per unit for setting up a live fish vending center.
- Subsidy of 40% of unit cost for general category beneficiaries.
- Subsidy of 60% of unit cost for Scheduled Caste and women beneficiaries.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a fisherman.
1. The applicant must have a valid Family Identity Card (Parivar Pehchan Patra).
1. The applicant should be engaged in fishery-related activities.
1. The applicant must ensure proper operation and maintenance of the vending center.
1. The applicant will receive assistance for only one live fish vending center.
1. The government will not be responsible for any operational loss or damage.

Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process on Antyodaya-SARAL Portal:Step 1: Visit the Official Portal: Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
Step 2: For registration, click on “New User/Register Here” and fill in all the mandatory details i.e. Name, Email ID, Mobile Number & password. Click on ‘Submit’.
Step 3: Verify the OTP received in the provided Email and Mobile Number. Alternatively, click on the Verification Link to activate the profile.
Login to Apply for the Scheme:Step 1: Visit the Official Portal: Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
Step 2: The “Sign in here” option is available on the right side of the screen. Fill in the required credentials and click on the ‘Login’ button.
Step 3: In the opened window, click on “Scheme/Services list”, and a list of schemes will appear on the screen.
Step 4: Now, select the scheme and click on “Apply for Service/Scheme”.
Step 5: Fill in all the details in the online application form and click on "Submit".
Track Your Service Online:Track Application/Appeal: Click here.
Track Ticket: Click here.
Track Your Service Through SMS:Registered Mobile Number: Type SARAL and send to 9954699899 to track your application.
Other Mobile Number: Type SARAL<space><Application ID/Ticket No.> and send to 9954699899 to track your application/ticket.
Contact Us:Helpline: 0172-3968400
Email: saral.haryana@gov.in
Note: Govt. Charges: No Fee
Service Charges:   ₹10/-
Atal Seva Kendra Service Charges:  ₹10/-

Documents Required:
Birth Certificate (Voter ID Card/Date of Birth Certificate/Aadhaar Card/Class 10th Certificate).
Caste Certificate (from First Class Magistrate (Tehsildar)).
Agreement Form-1 (Agreement between beneficiary and department).
Applicant's training certificate.
Bill/Receipt/Voucher.
Photo of the Beneficiary with the Center.
Bank Account Details and PAN Card.
Self-Contained Proposal (SCP)/Detailed Project Report (DPR) as per the guidelines issued under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme PMMSY.
Poompuhar District Craft Award
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Department
Category: Skills & Employment, Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Poompuhar District Craft Award" was launched in 2011-2012 by the Dept of Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles & Khadi, Tamil Nadu. The award was introduced to recognize and honour the artisans district-wise. This award consists of a cash prize of ₹10,000/-, a silver medal, and a certificate.

Benefits:
- Cash Prize of ₹10,000/-. 
- Silver Medal.
- Certificate.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be an artisan.
1. The applicant should be a native of Tamil Nadu.
1. Handicraft competitions will be conducted in the following 16 types of handicrafts: Panchaloka Idols, Brass Lamps and Brass Artifacts, Thanjavur Paintings, Thanjavur Plates, Wood Sculptures, Stone Sculptures, Fire Clay, Kalamkari Pathik and Applique Work, Pulp Toys, Mat Weaving, Bamboo and Palm Leaf Products, Neti Work, Textiles, Temple Jewellery, Pictorial Embroidery Work and Other Handicrafts.
1. The experience of the artisans and the service rendered by them in their profession and other special features will also be taken into consideration during the passing.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Advertisements are released in June every year.
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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 (during office hours-Monday-Friday) to the Poombukar Head Office. 
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:
Passport-size Photograph.
Address Proof (Family Card/ Voter ID Card/Driving License).
Aadhaar Card.
Front Page of Bank Passbook.
Artisan's Affidavit on ₹20/- Stamp Paper, attested by a First Class Criminal Judge or Notary Public.
Recommendation Certificate, attested by any of the Managers of Poombucar Outlets and Manufacturing Plants / the respective Area Assistant Directors (Handicrafts / Craft Council (Tamil Nadu/India/World) under the Office of the Development Commissioner, New Delhi.
Photographs of the Item to be offered for selection.
Poompuhar State Award
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi Department
Category: Skills & Employment, Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Poompuhar State Award" was launched by the Dept of Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles & Khadi, Tamil Nadu. The awardees are given ₹50,000, a 4-gram gold medal, tamirapathiram and a certificate. The economically backward awardees are also eligible for monthly pension of ₹3,500/- after 60 years of age.

Benefits:
- Cash Prize of ₹50,000/-.
- 4-gram Gold Medal.
- Thamirapathiram.
- Certificate.
- Monthly Pension of ₹3,500/- to the economically backward awardee.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be an artisan.
1. The applicant should be a native of Tamil Nadu.
1. The applicant should be above 30 years of age. For monthly pension, the applicant should be 60 years or above in age.
1. The experience of the artisans and the service rendered by them in their profession will be taken into consideration during the passing (The artisans participating in the Award will be invited for process explanation and interview if required by the headquarters to test their skills).

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), 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 (during office hours, Monday-Friday) to the Poombukar Head Office Tamil Nadu Handicrafts Development Corporation, 759, Anna Road, Chennai - 600 002. 
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).
NOTE 1: Advertisements are released during June month every year.
NOTE 2: No need to send award material with the application.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph.
Address Proof.
Aadhaar Card.
Front Page of Passbook.
Craftsman Service photograph.
Certificate of Any Person (Well-wisher/Personally aware).
Artisan's Affidavit on ₹20/- Stamp Paper, attested by a First Class Criminal Judge or Notary Public.
Recommendation Certificate, attested by any of the Managers of Poombucar Outlets and Manufacturing Plants / the respective Area Assistant Directors (Handicrafts / Craft Council (Tamil Nadu/India/World) under the Office of the Development Commissioner, New Delhi.
Photograph of the applicant at each stage of production of the product for the award/Video.
Poshan Sudha
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Women and Child Development Department
Category: Health & Wellness, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme is a government initiative to provide nutrition and healthcare support to pregnant and lactating mothers in tribal districts of Gujarat.

Benefits:
- **Nutritional Support:** Provision of one full nutritious meal daily for pregnant and lactating mothers. Supply of iron and calcium supplements to address nutritional deficiencies.  - **Health Education:** Awareness sessions on health and nutrition for better maternal and child care.

Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.

  - The applicant must be a pregnant or lactating woman residing in one of the tribal districts of Gujarat.
  - The applicant must be registered in a local Anganwadi center.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Visit the nearest Anganwadi center.
Step 2: Register yourself with the Anganwadi center.
Step 3: Provide the required documents.
Step 4: Avail of the benefits during scheduled distribution days.

Documents Required:
Proof of identity (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
Proof of residence.
Medical certificate of being pregnant.
Any other document (if required).
Post Doctoral Fellowship (PRL Funded)
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry Of Science And Technology
Department: Department of Space
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The fellowship offers candidates the opportunity to pursue research in PRL’s cutting-edge science & engineering research areas. The tenure of the fellowship is for a maximum of two years, subject to annual progress reviews. The fellowship provides a competitive stipend, research opportunities.

Benefits:
- **Fellowship:** Monthly stipend based on the academic status of the fellow:

1. ₹58,000/- for candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis but await the degree.
1. ₹61,000/- for candidates holding a Ph.D. degree.
1. ₹67,000/- for external applicants with a Ph.D. and at least two years of research experience.

- **Academic Allowance:** One-time academic allowance of ₹ 10,000/- during the fellowship.- **Accommodation:** Fellows may receive PRL accommodation or HRA in lieu of accommodation as per PRL norms.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant should complete a Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in science or engineering with first-class (60%) or equivalent grades at both levels.
  - The applicant’s age should be 35 years.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Eligible candidates are requested to apply via the ONLINE application form provided below.
Step 2: At the time of the interview, the candidates are required to produce original documents of the following: No Objection Certificate from the employer concerned in respect of those applicants who are employed under Central / State Government / Public Sector Undertakings / Autonomous Bodies.
Links:Click here to apply online (All External Applicants to apply via this form ONLY)
Application forms  for PRL SRFs to apply for a PDF fellowship
Application forms for applying for an extension after one year of tenure
Form for submitting the final report

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph.
Ph.D. Thesis Abstract.
List of Publications.
Research Proposal (maximum of 2000 words).
Detailed Bio-data (details of educational qualifications, age, work experience).
Recommendation Letters from Referees.
No Objection Certificate (for employed candidates).
Post Graduate Scholarship for Ph.D./LLM Students
State: Assam
Ministry: null
Department: Higher Education Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students of Assam pursuing PhD and LLM degree courses in recognized institutions. It benefits academically meritorious students who have obtained at least 55% marks in their last qualifying examination and are domiciled in Assam.

Benefits:
**Financial Assistance:** Scholarship is provided to the poor students to help them achieve the benefits of Higher Education. 
**Mode of Disbursement:** Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
_*The applicant must maintain registration as Doctor of Philosophy/Post Doctorate Research Scholar in recognized universities._
_*Academic performance standards must be maintained as per university requirements._
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must have registered their names as Doctor of Philosophy/Post Doctorate Research Scholar in any recognized universities.
- The applicant must be domiciled in Assam.
- The applicant must have obtained at least 55% or above marks in the last qualifying examination.
- The applicant must have uniformly good academic records.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Advertisement Publication
Wait for the official advertisement to be published by the Higher Education Department announcing the opening of applications for the scholarship scheme.
Step 2: Online Application Submission
Visit the official portal (yet to be notified) and submit the online application form through the designated university portal with all required information and documents.
Step 3: Application Processing
The submitted applications will be received online from the universities and processed by the concerned authorities for initial verification and compilation.
Step 4: Selection Process
The selection committee will review all eligible applications and select candidates based on the prescribed eligibility criteria and merit evaluation process.
Step 5: Financial Sanction
Successful candidates will have their files moved for financial sanction approval from the competent authority before benefit disbursement.
Step 6: Benefit Disbursement
The scholarship amount will be disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer mode directly to the bank accounts of selected beneficiaries.

Documents Required:
Registration Certificate as Doctor of Philosophy/Post Doctorate Research Scholar from Recognized University.
Domicile Certificate of Assam.
Mark Sheets of Last Qualifying Examination showing at least 55% marks.
Academic Record Documents (transcripts/certificates).
Post Harvest Marketing Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Self Help Groups (SHGS), NGO, Registered Societies

The “Post Harvest Marketing Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya for the creation of post harvest marketing infrastructure.

Benefits:
> **Pattern of Assistance:**

- Creation of infrastructural facilities for post harvest marketing, Grading Units etc.

> **Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If Any):**

**Sl. No.****Entitlement****Owantum of Assistance**1Evacuation facilities like pick-up trucks/ mini trucks/ Tata mobile to the Farmers Groups/ Farmers Clubs/ SHG farmers Co-Operative Societies/ FIG/ FPOs etc. for transportation of farm produce to the market.₹2,000,00/- per Group or SHG. (50% Subsidy)2Village level Farmers training on Post Harvest Management.₹189/ day/farmer. (Daily allowance)

Eligibility:
1.	The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
2.	The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
3.	The applicant should possess owned or leased land of at least 0.2 hectares or more.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application Process:Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:1. Sectoral Officer, Department of Horticulture
2. District Horticulture Officer
3. Horticulture Development Officer.

Documents Required:
1.	Passport-size photograph
2.	Identity Proof
3.	Bank passbook/account details
4.	Documents proof of possessing own or leased land
5.	Any other document as required