smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Deepawali Cash Gift Scheme (PULWS)
State: Puducherry
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department, Puducherry
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The Puducherry Unorganised Labourers' Welfare Society extends ₹500/- to the Unorganised Workers as a Cash Gift during the festival of Diwali. The amount is credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the bank account of the worker. The applications are accepted offline.

Benefits:
- Financial Assistance of ₹500/- as a Cash Gift during the festival of Diwali.
- The amount is credited through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into the bank account of the nominee.

Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
- The applicant should be an Unorganized Worker: Taxi and Auto Drivers, Workers Employed in Shops &amp; Catering Establishments, Carpenters, Nathaswara Vidwans, Hair Dressers, Tailors, Cycle Rickshaw Drivers, Cobblers, Washermans, Goldsmith, Blacksmith, Brass Vessel Makers, Sculptors, Loading and Unloading Workers, Tree Climbers, Pottery Workers, Coir Workers, Toddy Neera Tappers, Bullock Cart Drivers, Thatchers, Cooks, Hawkers, News Paper Vendors, Workers Engaged in Bricks and Tiles Manufacturing, One Hundred, Workers Engaged in Distribution of Liquid Petroleum Gas Cylinder, Domestic Workers, Light Music Instrument Players, Automobile Workshop Workers.
- The applicant should be enrolled with the Puducherry Unorganised Labourers&#39; Welfare Society.
- The applicant should be between 18 to 59 years of age.The applicant should be taking an Annual Subscription of ₹100/- every year.
- The applicant should be paying a Registration Fee of ₹25/-.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Office of the Puducherry Unorganised Labourer's Welfare Society, No.1, Rue Sufferen, Puducherry, and obtain the prescribed format of the application form free of cost from the concerned authority exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
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: The interested construction worker should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application form 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:
Two Passport-size Photographs.
Residential/Domicile Certificate.
Original Birth Certificate.
Last Subscription Bill.
Society ID Card/ Proof of Registration.
Aadhaar Card.
Ration Card.
Bank Details.
Delhi Arogya Kosh
State: Delhi
Ministry: null
Department: Health & Family Welfare
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Delhi Arogya Kosh” (DAK) provides Financial assistance to needy eligible patients for treatment of any illness/treatment/intervention required by the patient undergoing treatment in a Government Hospital run by Delhi Government or Central Government or Autonomous Hospital under the State Government

Benefits:
Benefits
Provides financial assistance of Rs. 5 lacs to needy eligible patients for treatment of any illness /disease in a Government hospital run by Delhi  Government or  Central Government or Local Bodies or  Autonomous Hospitals under State Government

Eligibility:
**Eligibility** 

1. Patients with annual family income up to Rs 3 lacs are eligible.
1. The patient should be a bonafide resident of Delhi for the last 3 years ( prior to the date of submission of the application).
1. The patient requiring treatment for any illness/ treatment/ intervention in a Government Hospital run by Delhi Govt. /Central Govt. /AIIMS /Autonomous Institutes of the State Govt. /Local Bodies.

Application Process:
[Online]
Application Process
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A Complete application form along with all the requisite documents is processed by the concerned hospital and sent to the Director of General Health Services through e-office for his approval. 
Thereafter, the application needs approval from the Finance Department, GNCTD and is thence forwarded to Chairman, DAK for their approval, respectively.  
Financial Assistance up to Rs. 25,000/- is sanctioned at the level of Directorate General Of Health Services (DGHS), up to Rs. 1.5 lakh is sanctioned at the level of DGHS after approval of the finance department. 
Financial Assistance above Rs. 1.5 lakh upto Rs. 5 lakhs is sanctioned at the level of Chairman, DAK
After the due approvals from the competent authority on rotation, the application comes back to Patient Welfare Cell and the sanctioned amount is issued in favour of the concerned Government Hospital through the ECS facility.
The concerned hospital is informed regarding the patient and the sanctioned amount for further necessary action at the level of the hospital.
The applicant, too, is informed through a letter sent by Speed-post and, if a contact number is available, telephonically

Documents Required:
Requisite documents for verification of INCOME (any one of the following):
National Food Security Card for income less than Rs. 1 lakh per annum.
Income Certificate issued from area SDM (or any other officer authorized on this behalf by the Revenue Department) for income up to Rs. 3 lakhs per annum. 
Requisite document for verification of DOMICILE for the last 03 years (any one of the following):
Domicile Certificate issued from area SDM.
Ration card.
EPIC (Voter ID).
Driving License.
Passport.
Extract from the Electoral Roll.
Aadhar Card.
Note:  In case the patient is a minor, Birth Certificate of the patient and the domicile proof of either of the parent (any one of the aforementioned documents).
Delhi Arogya Nidhi
State: Delhi
Ministry: null
Department: Health & Family Welfare
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Delhi Arogya Nidhi (DAN) is a scheme to provide financial assistance upto ₹1.5 lacs to needy patients who have National Food Security Cards for the treatment of diseases in Government hospitals only.

Benefits:
1. Under the scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹1.5 lacs will be provided to needy patients who have National Food Security Cards for treatment of diseases in Government hospitals only.

Eligibility:
1. Patients should have a National Food Security Card.
1. The patient must be a resident of Delhi and has to furnish domicile proof of residing in Delhi continuously for the last 3 years (prior to the date of submission of the application).
1. Treatment should be from the Government Hospital in Delhi.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 01: Visit the official website to download the Application Form for Financial Aid.
Step 02: Fill out the form with all requisites details.
Step 03: The photocopies of all documents are to be attached with the application and the original is to be brought at the time of submission of same for verification.
Step 04: Applicant has to submit an undertaking for his signature verification as given in the application form.
Step 05: Application to be submitted in Patient Welfare Cell, Directorate of Health Services, 6th Floor, F-17, Karkardooma, (Near Karkardooma Court), Delhi-110032.

Documents Required:
1. Proof of continuous residence in Delhi for the last 3years through any one of the following documents:
•	National Food Security Card
•	Electoral Voter’s Photo Identity Card 
•	Birth certificate (In case the patient is a minor)
•	Extract from the electoral roll
•	Aadhaar Card
2. Original Estimate Certificate duly signed by Consultant/ Medical Superintendent/ Chief Medical Officer of the Hospital
3. Two photographs of the patient, duly attested by the treating doctor.
4. A copy of the National Food Security Card.
5. Photocopies of the treatment record
Note: Applicant has to submit an undertaking for his signature verification as given in the application form.
Denture Grant (Sainik Welfare)
State: Puducherry
Ministry: null
Department: Sainik Welfare Department, Puducherry
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Denture Grant" is a scheme by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. ₹20,000/- is provided for the purchase of Denture to the registered ESM/Widows of ESM. The members of the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) are not eligible.

Benefits:
- Financial Assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided for the purchase of Denture.

- The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.

Eligibility:
- The applicant should be an [Ex-serviceman](https://sainik.py.gov.in/definition-ex-servicemen)/Widow of an Ex-serviceman.- The applicant should be [registered ](https://sainik.py.gov.in/registration-procedure)with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.- The applicant should not be a member of the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS).

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
OR
The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during working hours) the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
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: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
Step 4: A receipt of the application will be assigned to the applicant by the concerned authority.
*The application should be submitted within three months from the date of purchase/completion of treatment.
Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/GrievancesAddress: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Rd, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India
Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107
Email: dirdsw.pon@nic.in
Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Documents Required:
Identity Card of the ESM/ Widow of ESM.
Discharge Certificate of Ex-Serviceman.
Prescription of Doctor (Original).
Bill of the Purchase (Original).
Declaration by the ESM/ Widow of ESM.
Dependent Children Pension Scheme - Punjab
State: Punjab
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Punjab State Government started a pension for Dependent Children of the state.

Benefits:
Amount : ₹ 1,500/- per month

Eligibility:
1. Applicant should be a Permanent Resident of Punjab.
1. Annual Income of Parents/ Guardian should not be more than Rs. 60,000/- per Year.
1. The Age of Child should be below 21 Years.
1. Mother/father or both have passed away or parents regularly absent from home or have become physically /mentally incapacitated to look after the family.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website.
Step-2: Click on the "Click to apply services".
Step-3: Now login on Digital Punjab portal with Email/Phone number and password. If does have any account then register here
Step-4: Fill out the application form.
Step-5: Attach the required documents
Step-6: Submit.

[Offline]
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website and download the application form.
Step-2: Fill out the application form.
Step-3: Attach required documents.
Step-4: Submit the Application Form along with all the documents in the same office or centre from where it was collected.

Documents Required:
Beneficiary Photo
ID cum Residence proof of the Parent/ Guardian (Driving License / Passport / Voter Card / Aadhaar Card)
First page of Passbook
Self Declaration
Proof of disability (issued by competent authority)
Date of Birth Proof of Person with Disability (Voter Card / Voter List / Matriculation certificate / Certificate from Registrar Birth & Death / Aadhaar Card ) Note: In case Birth Certificate is
Copy of FIR of missing husband
Copy of Divorce Deed
Copy of disability certificate of Father
Death Certificate of Father
First page of Passbook (Mandatory)
Self Declaration and Disability Certificate
Group photo of Beneficiary with all dependents (Mandatory)
Date of Birth Proof of all Dependent Children (Voter Card / Voter List / Matriculation certificate / Certificate from Registrar Birth & Death / Aadhaar Card) (Mandatory)
ID cum Residence proof of the applicant/beneficiary (Driving License / Passport / Voter Card / Aadhaar Card) (Mandatory)
Self-Declaration
Death Certificate of both parents
Deployment of Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) Volunteers (For volunteer & their Dependents)
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Youth Welfare and Provincial Protection Corps
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Family

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to PRD volunteers, or to their dependents in the event of death, disability, or injury sustained while on duty. In case of death during duty, financial assistance is provided to legal dependents of volunteer, based on the nature & severity of incident.

Benefits:
In the event of death, permanent disability, or an accident during duty under adverse conditions, financial assistance is provided as follows:

  - Death during communal riots: ₹2.00 lakh
  - Death during special high-risk duty: ₹1.50 lakh
  - Death during normal duty: ₹1.00 lakh
  - Permanent disability: Half of the ex-gratia amount admissible for the higher category.
  - Serious injury: One-fourth of the ex-gratia amount admissible.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must be a trained Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) volunteer or a legal dependent of a PRD volunteer (in the event of the volunteer’s death).

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Application Process:
[Offline]
In the event of the death of a PRD volunteer, or for their dependent, the application must be submitted to the District Youth Welfare and PRD Office along with the death certificate, training certificate, and survivor certificate. 
In the event of a disability, a medical certificate must be submitted. 
For a dependent, a copy of the dependent's birth certificate, survivor certificate, bank account details, and family register or ration card must also be provided. 
After assessing the adverse circumstances, the department disburses the financial assistance to the PRD volunteer or their dependents.

Documents Required:
In Case of Death
Death Certificate
PRD Training Certificate
Survivor Certificate
Dependent’s Birth Certificate
Bank Account Details
Copy of Ration Card/Family Register
In Case of Disability/Injury:
Medical Certificate confirming nature and severity of disability
PRD Training Certificate
Identity Proof
Bank Account Details
Deployment of Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) Volunteers (For volunteer)
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Youth Welfare and Provincial Protection Corps
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide financial security to PRD volunteers aged 18 to 42 years by paying a daily honorarium for their assistance in police duties and deployment in various offices.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, PRD volunteers are paid a daily honorarium of ₹570/- for providing police assistance and performing duties in various offices.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be a youth (male or female) aged between 18 and 42 years.
1. The applicant must be a Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD) volunteer.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Various departments submit their requirements for PRD volunteers to the Youth Welfare and PRD Department as needed. Based on these requirements, the department invites applications through advertisements, and district-wise dates are scheduled for physical measurements and examinations. 
To participate in the examination, applicants must submit their birth certificate, mobile number, bank account details, permanent residence certificate, caste certificate, and educational qualification certificate.
PRD volunteers are selected based on the merit of the physical examination by a committee headed by the District Magistrate. Selected PRD (uniformed) volunteers undergo 22 days of paramilitary training followed by 15 days of retraining. After completing the training, they are deployed on duty, and their honorarium for the deployment period is paid directly through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

Documents Required:
Birth certificate
Mobile number
Bank account details
Permanent residence certificate
Caste certificate
Educational qualification certificates
Design Scheme Under MSME Innovative Scheme
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Department: null
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: University / Institution, Business Entity

Design scheme will help MSMEs to avail advice on all aspects of design. It helps MSMEs realize and achieve their design-related objectives. This specialist advice will be provided by experienced designers for new product development as well as enhancing existing product portfolio.

Benefits:
&gt; **Design Project:**

  - Financial assistance under this activity will be utilised for engagement of design consultants for design interventions and expenses pertaining to development of prototype/product. For the design projects approved for any MSME, 75% (Micro) and 60% (Small &amp;amp; Medium) of the total project cost will be contributed by Government of India, up to a maximum of ₹ 40,000,00/- and the remaining project cost will be borne by MSMEs and deposited to the IA.

The total project cost will be provided as a grant in 3 stages:

  - **Stage 1:** Strategy &amp;amp; Concept- 40%  - **Stage 2:** Detail Design - 30%  - **Stage 3:** Successful Completion of the prototype/product and Final Report submission - 30%.
&gt; **Student Project:** 

This component supports design work of bona-fide students by providing financial assistance up to ₹ 2,50,000/-. For the student design projects approved for any MSME,75% of the total project cost will be contributed by Government of India, up to a maximum of ₹ 2,50,000/- and the remaining project cost will be borne by MSME and deposited to the IA.
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary unit(s) must typically be registered micro, small or medium enterprises.
  - Should have a valid Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) or Udyam Registration certificate.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: After opening the website https://innovative.msme.gov.in/ , Click on the "Design" option.
Step 2: On the next window, click on "Join Design Scheme".
Step 3: Enter the Udyam Registration Number along with the Registered Mobile Number.
Step 4: Click on "Validate" and then complete further steps to complete the application process.

Documents Required:
Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) or Udyam Registration (UR) certificate.
UAM Registered mobile number.
Destitute Agricultural Labourers Pension Scheme
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Programme Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child, Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Destitute Agricultural Labourers Pension Scheme" was launched by the Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Programme Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to give pensions of ₹1,000/- to destitute agricultural labourers of 60 years and above and dhoti, saree supplied on festivals.

Benefits:
**Pension:** 

- ₹1,000/- per month.

**Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:**

- One free dhoti to a male pensioner.
- One free saree to a female pensioner.

**Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:**

- 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meal.
- 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meal.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be destitute agricultural labour.
   1. The age of the applicant should be 60 years and above. 
   1. The applicant should not have any source of income or means of subsistence to support.
   1. The applicant should not be a habitual beggar.
   1. The applicant should not possess property valued at more than ₹5000/-.
   1. The applicant should not be supported by a son or son&amp;#39;s son aged 20 years or above.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer 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.
OR
The interested applicant should apply scheme with a white paper. 
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 Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Special Tahsildar/Village Administrative Officer 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:
Aadhaar Card.
Proof of age.
Bank Passbook.
Any other document if required.