smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Special Education - Tamil Nadu
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Welfare of Differently Abled Persons Department
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme 'Special Education by Welfare of Differently Abled Persons' was launched by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide free special education, & vocational training to the visually impaired, hearing-impaired person.

Benefits:
- Free special education, vocational training, boarding and lodging.
- Every year four sets of uniforms and textbooks are given free of cost.

Eligibility:
1. The child should be a visually impaired, hearing impaired, intellectual disability, and locomotor differently abled person.
1. A child&#39;s age should be 5 years and above.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Head Masters/Principals of special schools 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 Differently Abled Welfare Officer/Head Master of the Government special school for the differently abled concerned.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare 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:
National Identity Card of the Differently Abled Person. 
Birth Certificate.
Special Education And Vocational Training Through Government Institutions
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

In this scheme, Special Education is provided to children with disability between the age group of 6 to 18 years in the Government Special Schools and Vocational Training is provided to special children above the age of 18 years. Only citizens who are permanent residents of Maharashtra are eligible.

Benefits:
The child will have access to free education in an appropriate environment till he/she attains the age of eighteen years 
Special children above 18 years in age will be given vocational training.
The free facilities of food, shelter, clothing and education are provided in these institutions.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
1. The applicant should be a Person with Disability (Visually Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Orthopedically Handicapped, etc).
1. The percentage of disability should be 40% and above.
1. For Special Education, the age of the applicant should be between 6 to 18 years.
1. For Vocational Education, the age of the applicant should be 18 years and above.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.

Documents Required:
Proof of Enrollment into the Government Institution.
Aadhaar Card.
Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
Disability Certificate.
Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
Special Health Scheme for Primitive Tribes
State: Jharkhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Scheduled Tribe, Scheduled Caste, Minority and Backward Class Welfare
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Special Health Scheme for Primitive Tribes" scheme by the Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand, aims to improve healthcare services for primitive tribal communities. Financial assistance of ₹38,41,632 is provided for targeted healthcare benefits.

Benefits:
- Focused healthcare services for primitive tribal communities.
- Distribution of funds to districts such as Dumka, Sahebganj, Pakur, and Godda.
- Utilization for better medical facilities, treatments, and preventive care programs.
- Priority to regions with high tribal populations and pressing health needs.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should belong to a primitive tribal community.
1. The applicant should reside in districts covered under the scheme, including Dumka, Sahebganj, Pakur, and Godda.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 01: Visit the district welfare office in your region and obtain the application form for the Special Health Scheme for Primitive Tribes.
Step 02: Fill in the required details, including personal, income, and community information.
Step 03: Attach the necessary documents.
Step 04: Submit the completed form to the welfare officer and keep the acknowledgment receipt for future reference.

Documents Required:
Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card/Voter ID/Driving License)
Proof of Residence (Ration Card/Utility Bill)
Community Certificate
Medical Reports
Any Other Document If Required
Special Incentive Assistance to Socially and Educationally Backward Class Trainees for Pre-preparation of Competitive Examination
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, to provide financial assistance of up to ₹20,000/- to socially and educationally backward class students preparing for state and central government job exams.

Benefits:
**Financial Assistance:** 

- ₹20,000/- or actual fee paid (whichever is lower) for coaching related to any one exam.

**Exams Include:**

- State-Level: Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC), Gujarat Secondary Service Selection Board (GSSSB), (3) State Police Recruitment, Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSB), etc.
- Central-Level: Banking, Railways, Army Recruitment, Central Police Force (CRPF, BSF, CISF etc), Staff Selection Commission (SSC).

**Applicable for Exams:** 

- Class 1, 2, and 3 level government posts.

**Mode of Disbursement:**

- Amount is credited via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the trainee&#39;s bank account.

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

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 01: The eligible applicant may visit the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on New User ‘Please Register Here’.
Step 03: Enter your Full Name as per Aadhaar Card, Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Card Number, Email ID, Caste etc. and then click on ‘Register’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password.
Step 05: Now, click on ‘User Profile’ to update your profile.
Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Update’. 
Step 07: After updating the profile successfully, select the scheme appearing on the home page; an application form will open.
Step 08: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and upload all the relevant documents.
Step 09: Now agree with the terms & conditions and click on ‘Save Application’.
Step 10: Submit the application form and take out the print of the application for future reference. The applicant can note down the application number to track the application status by logging into the portal using their User ID and Password.
User Manual

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card	
Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque	
Income Certificate	
Receipt of Fee Paid
Age Proof
Caste Certificate
Marksheet
Special Incentive Scheme for Women of Tharu, Boksa and Other Tribes (For Training and Marketing)
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Industry Department
Category: Women and Child, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to empower tribal women artisans through specialized training and marketing opportunities and ensures the provision of financial assistance for travel, logistics, and stall rent for participating artisans.

Benefits:
***Training Incentives:***

  - Training is provided in various crafts based on market demand, along with popular crafts traditionally practiced by Tharu, Boxa, and other tribal women.
  - The duration of the training program is two months, with a maximum of 25 training days per month. Each participant undergoes 5 hours of training per day, making a total of 250 training hours for the entire program.

***Marketing Promotions:***

  - Artisans are given priority participation in traditional fairs, exhibitions, and district-level handloom exhibitions organized at the district level.
  - For marketing promotion, the Government of India and the State Government provide space for the display and sale of products created by artisans during various programs, exhibitions, and India International Trade Fairs organized from time to time within the state and across the country.
  - The minimum travel fare for women participating in these exhibitions/fairs, maximum freight of ₹1,000/- per artisan for transporting their products, and stall rent are all borne by the State Government.

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Eligibility:
1. Women artisans belonging to the Tharu, Boksa, and other tribes engaged in the craft sector in Uttarakhand will be eligible for training and marketing support.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Application forms can be obtained from the office of the General Manager, District Industries Centre, or downloaded from the departmental website https://doi.uk.org.
Along with the application form, applicants must submit the following documents to the General Manager, District Industries Centre of the respective district: Aadhaar card, bank account details, mobile number, caste certificate, proof of being a craftsman, and an application requesting training or participation in fairs, or a certificate of registration with the Industries Office.
Selection Process:
The applications received are reviewed by a committee headed by the General Manager, District Industries Centre. Based on the committee’s recommendations, the Director of the Industries Department approves the selection of eligible artisans. After approval, the selected women are invited for training and participation in fairs.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card
Bank account details (copy of passbook)
Mobile number
Caste certificate
Proof of being a craftsman
Application requesting training or participation in fairs
Certificate of registration with the Industries Office (if applicable)
Special Incentive to OBC Meritorious Students (Boys & Girls)
State: Assam
Ministry: null
Department: Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes
Category: Education & Learning, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme offers a financial incentive of up to ₹10,000/- to meritorious Other Backward Classes (OBC) students who have achieved 80% or higher marks in the HSSLC examination. The objective is to motivate and encourage OBC students to pursue higher education.

Benefits:
A financial incentive of upto ₹ 10,000/-.

Eligibility:
- The applicant must be currently enrolled as a student.
- The applicant must belong to the Other Backward Class (OBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have secured a minimum of 80% marks in the HSSLC examination held in 2025.
- The annual income of the applicant&#39;s parents/guardians must not exceed ₹5,00,000/-.

_*In instances where multiple applicants achieve an identical percentage in the HSSLC examination, preference will be given to those with a higher percentage in the HSLC examination._

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Application Process:
[Online]
The applications will be accepted through the myScheme platform from 04/07/2025 to 31/10/2025.
Signup to DigiLocker
Step 1: Visit the DigiLocker Portal or download the DigiLocker Mobile App (Android / iOS).
Step 2: Click "Login/Register" and provide these details: Full name, Gender, Mobile number, Email ID, and Aadhaar Number. Create a 6-digit PIN.
Step 3: Finally, click "Submit". Note the 6-digit PIN for future reference.
Signin to myScheme
Step 1: At the top right corner of this page, click "Sign In". Provide your DigiLocker Mobile Number and the 6-digit PIN.
Step 2: Click the "I consent to terms of use" checkbox, then click "Sign In". You will be directed to the DigiLocker Consent Page.
Step 3: At the bottom of the page, click "Allow". You have now successfully signed in to myScheme.
Scheme Application
Step 1: At the top of this page, click "Apply Now". The application form of the scheme will open.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields of the application form, and upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
Step 3: Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections.
Step 4: Click "Submit". You'll receive the following confirmation message: "Form Submitted Successfully!".
Step 5: For future reference, click "Print" to print the form or to download the filled form as a PDF file. Else, click "Ok" to get redirected to the myScheme landing page.
Helpdesk Contact Details
Email: assamdirectorateofwelfareofsc@gmail.com
Mobile Number: 8638922415

Documents Required:
Recent Photograph
Caste Certificate (valid OBC certificate, inserting sub-caste)
Parents' Income Certificate, issued by the Circle Officer
HSSLC Admit Card
HSSLC Marksheet
HSLC Marksheet
Front Page of Passbook
Aadhaar Card/PAN Card
Specifications for Photo Upload
Filetype: JPEG/JPG. Filesize: Between 50KB and 3MB.
Specifications for Document Upload
Filetype: PDF. Filesize: Between 300KB and 3MB.
Special Incentive to ST (P)/OBC/MOBC Meritorious Students
State: Assam
Ministry: null
Department: Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide financial grants to meritorious ST (P)/OBC/MOBC students in Assam who secure high marks in Matriculation, 10+2, Graduation, or Post Graduation. Benefits include fixed monetary assistance ranging from ₹10,000/- to ₹25,000/- based on educational level.

Benefits:
> **Financial Assistance**

- ₹10,000/- for students passing Matriculation (Class X) with 80% or above.
- ₹15,000/- for students passing 10+2 with 75% or above.
- ₹20,000/- for Graduation students with 70% or above.
- ₹25,000/- for Post Graduation students with 65% or above.

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> **Disbursement Conditions**

- Benefits are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to fund availability.
- The Selection Committee may lower cut-off marks if insufficient applications are received.
- Financial assistance is transferred to the bank accounts of selected beneficiaries.

Eligibility:
1.  The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (Plain) / Other Backward Class / More Other Backward Class community of Assam.
2.  The applicant must qualify as one of the following:

- Secured 80% or above in Matriculation (Class 10th).
- Secured 75% or above in 10+2 examination.
- Secured 70% or above in Graduation.
- Secured 65% or above in Post Graduation.

_*The applicant cannot claim the benefit as a right; approval depends on fund availability and Selection Committee discretion._

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The Directorate of Welfare of Plains Tribes and Backward Classes, Assam, will advertise the scheme in print and electronic media, along with the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 3: 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 4: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Director, WPT & BC, Assam.
*Applicants are advised to retain a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgment for future reference.
Scrutiny and Approval
Step 1: Applications are scrutinized by the Selection Committee.
Step 2: Approved beneficiaries are selected based on merit and fund availability.

Documents Required:
Caste Certificate.
Marksheet of Matriculation/10+2/Graduation/Post Graduation.
Bank Account Details with IFSC Code.
Voter ID or Aadhaar Card.
Special Jobs to PwDs - Clerical Assistant
State: Lakshadweep
Ministry: null
Department: Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department, Lakshadweep
Category: Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide employment opportunities to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) to enhance their financial independence and social inclusion. Through this scheme, PwDs are employed as Clerical Assistants for 89 Days under the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands.

Benefits:
1. Persons with Disabilities are employed in the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands.
1. A monthly salary of ₹11,000/-.

**Note:** Employment is provided on 89 days rotation basis.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a local resident of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
1. The applicant should have a minimum of 40% disability and be physically capable of performing clerical work.
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
1. The age of the applicant should be between 18 and 45 years.
1. The applicant should have passed SSLC or a higher qualification.
1. The applicant should have knowledge of typewriting/computers.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Eligible applicants can collect the application form from the Village (Dweep) Panchayat Office or District Panchayat Office of their respective islands.
Step 2: Carefully fill out the application form and attach all required supporting documents.
Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with the necessary documents to the concerned officer at the Village (Dweep) Panchayat Office or District Panchayat Office.

Documents Required:
Identity Proof
Disability Certificate
Residential Proof 
ST Certificate
Educational Qualification Certificate
Proof of age 
Self-Declaration
Any other documents if required
Special Jobs to PwDs - Helper
State: Lakshadweep
Ministry: null
Department: Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department, Lakshadweep
Category: Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, three PwD candidates are employed as Helpers with a monthly salary of ₹9,900/- on an 89-day rotational basis in the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands to address issues related to disabled persons and other associated matters.

Benefits:
1. Persons with Disabilities are employed as Helper in the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands.
1. A monthly salary of ₹9,900/-.

**Note:** Employment is provided on 89 days rotation basis.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a local resident of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
1. The applicant should have a minimum of 40% disability and be physically capable of performing the work of a helper.
1. The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
1. The age of the applicant should be between 18 and 45 years.
1. The applicant should have passed at least the 8th standard.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Eligible applicants can collect the application form from the Village (Dweep) Panchayat Office or District Panchayat Office of their respective islands.
Step 2: Carefully fill out the application form and attach all required supporting documents.
Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with the necessary documents to the concerned officer at the Village (Dweep) Panchayat Office or District Panchayat Office.

Documents Required:
Identity Proof
Disability Certificate
Residential Proof 
ST Certificate
Educational Qualification Certificate
Proof of age
Self-Declaration
Any other documents if required
Special Scheme for Increasing the Storage Capacity of Perishable Products
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Horticulture and Food Processing Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to increase the storage capacity of perishable products by providing grant assistance for cold storage facilities.

Benefits:
- Grant Assistance: A grant of 50% of the project cost up to a maximum of ₹2,00,00,000/- for cold storage facilities up to 5,000 metric tons capacity.

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a farmer.
  - The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The applicant should contact the District Office of the Horticulture Department.

Documents Required:
Proof of Identity.
Residence Certificate.
Any other documents as required.
Special Scholarship to SC Students in Selected Schools
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial assistance to SC students studying in famous private selected schools i.e. Doon School, Dehradun; Sofiya School, Abu; Mayo school, Ajmer; Sainik School, Balachadi; Mahila Sainik School, Kherva; Dist. Mehsana, etc. will be paid actual fees upto limit of ₹50,000/- p.a.

Benefits:
1. Under this scheme, eligible students will receive financial assistance of up to ₹50,000 per year or the actual amount of their annual fees, whichever is lower.
   1. This assistance will cover admission fees, tuition fees, hostel fees, food bills, books, uniforms, and other related expenses.

Eligibility:
1. The student should belong to the Scheduled Caste Category of Gujarat.
   1. The student should be studying in the selected/designated school.
   1. The family income of the student should not be more than 10 times of the income determined for the poverty line. (For Rural Area: ₹6,00,000/- &amp;amp; for Urban Area: ₹6,00,000/).
   1. Students entering Class 8th or 11th will be eligible for assistance only once every year.
   1. Assistance is also available for Class 6 at Balachadi School, Jamnagar, and Sainik School, Kherwa.

**Note:** The Scheduled Caste (SC) students who are studying in famous private selected schools like Doon School, Dehradun; Sofiya School, Abu; Mayo School, Ajmer; Sainik School, Balachadi; Mahila Sainik School, Kherva; Dist. Mehsana, etc. are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Application Process:
[Offline]
To avail the benefits of the scheme, eligible students may visit the nearest Office of the concerned District Deputy Director and Director, Scheduled Castes Welfare Office, Gandhinagar.

Documents Required:
Passport size photo
Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities
First Page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
Educational certificate/Marksheet
Identity Card (School)
Any other documents as required