smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Distribution of Seeds of more productions verities / Hybrids verities Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies etc. to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area: Distribution of Minor and Micro Elements - Gujarat
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to enhance productivity for Adivasi farmers through the provision of subsidised seeds, fertilisers, and supporting agricultural inputs. Through this scheme, such inputs are provided to Scheduled Tribe farmers to boost crop yields and livelihoods.

Benefits:
1. Distribution of minor and micro elements: The applicant receives a subsidy of 75% of the purchase price or ₹750/- per hectare, whichever is less, for minor and micro elements of a Government-approved grade under FCO 1985.
1. The assistance is limited to a maximum of two hectares per account.

> Remark: As per conditions No. 5, 16, 17, 19 and 22 of [Appendix-1](https://mariyojana.gujarat.gov.in/Schemeatoz.aspx). (Refer Scheme No. 35)

> Frequency: Every year.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe.
1. The applicant should be a farmer.
1. The applicant should be located in tribal areas OR be a tribal cultivator residing outside tribal areas.
1. The scheme excludes farmers from Dang district.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Approach the Gram Sevak in your village for access to the Distribution of Minor and Micro Elements under the scheme.

Documents Required:
7/12 land record
Aadhar card
Bank passbook / cancelled cheque
Distribution of Sewing Machines at Free of Cost
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Backward Classes Most Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides sewing machines to support individuals from Backward Classes (BC), Most Backward Classes (MBC), and Denotified Communities (DNCs) engaged in tailoring work, aiming to improve their livelihood opportunities.

Benefits:
- Free provision of Sewing Machines to eligible individuals.

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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should belong to Backward Classes (BC)/ Most Backward Classes (MBC)/ and Denotified Communities (DNCs).
  - The beneficiary should possess tailoring knowledge.
  - Annual income should not exceed ₹40,000/- in rural areas and ₹60,000/- in urban areas.
  - The beneficiary should be between 20-45 years of age.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step-1: The interested applicant should collect the application form by contacting the District Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Officer of the concerned District.
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 to the concerned authority.
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Proof of community (BC/MBC/DNC certificate).
Income certificate.
Age proof (Birth certificate, SSLC mark sheet, etc.)
Certificate or documentation verifying tailoring knowledge.
Any other documents (if required).
Distribution of Soil Health Card
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under the “Distribution of Soil Health Card” scheme, Soil health cards will be distributed to all the farmers who have offered the soil sample for testing by paying a prescribed fee of ₹5/- each for Macro and Micronutrient testing.

Benefits:
- Soil Health Cards to farmers.

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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should have provided soil samples for testing.
  -  The beneficiary should have paid the prescribed fee ₹5/- each for Macro and Micronutrient testing.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). 
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:
Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.

Documents Required:
Proof of Identity (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, etc.).
Proof of Land Ownership.
Proof of soil sample submission and payment.
Any other documents (if required).
Distribution of Vegetable Seeds Minikit & Fruits Minikit at Free of Cost
State: Puducherry
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department, Puducherry
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

“Distribution of Vegetable Seeds Minikit & Fruits Minikit at Free of Cost" was launched by the Dept of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, UT of Puducherry. All the horticulture growers of rural & urban areas are provided with vegetable seeds minikit & fruits minikit worth ₹250/‐ free of cost.

Benefits:
- 100% Subsidy, i.e. Distribution of Vegetable Seeds Minikit &amp; Fruits Minikit Worth of ₹250/‐ Free of Cost, through Uzhavar Udhaviyagam (Farmers&#39; Help Centres) and the Office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture (Horticulture), for the establishment of nutritional gardens in rural / urban areas.
- Seasonality: During Aadipattam / Thaipattam.

Eligibility:
All horticulture growers of rural &amp; urban areas are eligible.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Uzhavar Udhaviyagam (Farmers' Help Centres) or the Office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture (Horticulture). and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the Agricultural Officer.
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 and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.

Documents Required:
In the case of land owners cultivating their land, a copy of the farmer identity card containing the details of survey numbers and the extent of land holding needs to be submitted along with the application form.
If no identity card is issued to the farmer to date a copy of the land document (sale deed/ partition deed/ gift deed or will) needs to be submitted.  
The tenants cultivating lands owned by religious Institutions/Wakfs/Mutts/Trusts/ Municipalities shall produce a letter of consent from the authority of the institutions concerned as prescribed by the Department.
Further, tenants shall produce a cultivation certificate from the land owner or Agriculture Department / Revenue Department who carried out joint verification for the purpose.
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Consumer Durables T.V., Fridge and Two Wheelers Loan
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Beneficiary Type: Individual

A loan scheme provided by District Central Cooperative Banks for purchasing consumer durables like T.V., fridges, and two-wheelers. Loan covers 75% of the product cost at an interest rate of 14%.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** 75% of the cost of consumer durables.  - **Interest Rate:** 14% (subject to change).
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - Loans should be applicable only for Consumer durables such as T.V., Fridge and two wheelers.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step-1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Product cost estimate or invoice.
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Housing, House Construction, Repair Extension Loan
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme offers loans up to ₹10,00,000/- for housing, house construction, and repair/extension purposes, at a 12% interest rate to provide financial aid to citizens for housing needs.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** Up to ₹10,00,000/-.  - **Interest Rate:** 12% (subject to change).

Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - Loans should be applicable only for Housing/ House Construction/ Repair Extension.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Property Documents (Proof of ownership/ Property Deed, etc.)
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Jewel Loan
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme allows eligible individuals to obtain loans by pledging their gold and jewelry. The maximum loan amount is ₹1,00,000/- with an interest rate of 12%, subject to changes as per bank policies.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** Up to ₹1,00,000/-.- **Interest Rate:** 12% (subject to change).

Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Loans should be applicable only for Jewel.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step-1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Valuation certificate for the pledged jewelry.
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Maternity Loan through Self Help Groups
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme offers financial aid to pregnant women via Self Help Groups. The loan is capped at ₹2,000/- with an interest rate of 11%, subject to changes.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** ₹2,000/-.  - **Interest Rate:** 11% (subject to change).
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a woman.
- The beneficiary should be pregnant.
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Loans should be applicable only for Maternity.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Proof of maternity.
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Professional Loan to Doctors, Engineers and Self Employed Professional
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme provides professional loans to doctors, engineers, and self-employed professionals through District Central Cooperative Banks. The maximum loan amount is ₹10,00,000 at an interest rate of 13% (subject to change).

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** ₹10,00,000/-.  - **Interest Rate:** 13% (subject to change).

Eligibility:
1. The beneficiary should be a Doctor/ Engineer/ Self-Employed Professional.
   1. The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
   1. Loans should be applicable only for professional purposes.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Proof of professional qualification/ Self-Employment.
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Revamped Micro Credit Loan for Women Vendors of Flower, Vegetable, Fruit etc.
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides revamped micro credit loans through District Central Cooperative Banks to support women vendors selling flowers, vegetables, fruits etc. Loans range from  ₹100/- to  ₹5,000/- with an interest rate of 11%.

Benefits:
- **Access to Micro-Loan:** ₹100/- to ₹5,000/-.  - **Interest Rate:** 11% (subject to change).
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a woman.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be engaged in vending activities of flowers, vegetables, fruits, etc.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Proof of vending activity (if applicable).
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For SSI Unit Loan and Other NFS Activities
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Industries

This scheme provides financial assistance for SSI unit loans and other Non-Farm Sector (NFS) activities through District Central Cooperative Banks and their branches.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** Up to ₹1,00,000/-.- **Interest Rate:** 13% (subject to change).
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - Loans should be applicable only for small-scale industries (SSI) Unit and Other Non-Farm Sector (NFS) Activities.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Small-scale industries (SSI) Unit registration (if applicable).
Business Plan or Project Report (if applicable).
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Working Women
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial assistance to working women through loans up to ₹20,000/- at a 12% interest rate via District Central Cooperative Banks and their branches.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** Up to ₹20,000/-.  - **Interest Rate:** 12% (subject to change).
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a working woman.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Proof of employment or work-related documents.
Any other documents (if required).
District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: Small Road Transport Operators Loan (SRTO Loan)
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Transport & Infrastructure
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide financial support to small-scale road transport operators through loans up to ₹10,00,000/- with 13% rate of interest.

Benefits:
- **Access to Loan:** Up to ₹10,00,000/-.  - **Interest Rate:** 13% (subject to change).
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a Small Road Transport Operator.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the District Central Cooperative Banks or its branches.
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 to the concerned authority..
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, a unique identification number (if applicable).

Documents Required:
Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
Address proof.
Proof of being a Small Road Transport Operator (if applicable).
Any other documents (if required).