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Award Scheme for Candidates Selected in NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, IAF
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Higher Education
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, a one-time award of ₹50,000/- is given to each candidate from Uttarakhand who has been selected for service at premier defence academies such as the NDA, IMA, OTA, INA, and IAF.

Benefits:
**Award Amount:**  ₹50,000/- per candidate
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Eligibility:
1. The candidate must be a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The candidate should have been selected for service at one of the premier defence academies, such as National Defence Academy (NDA), Indian Military Academy (IMA), Officers Training Academy (OTA), Indian Naval Academy (INA) or Indian Air Force (IAF).
   1. The applicant must either be currently undergoing training at the respective academy or have been formally inducted into the defence service.
   1. The candidate must have successfully completed the relevant training and course.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Candidates must apply after being selected for the service and completing their training. They should download the application form from the Department of Higher Education’s website at https://he.uk.gov.in/ and attach the following documents: the candidate’s Aadhaar card, PAN card, bank account details, permanent residence certificate, appointment letter, training certificate, proof of joining after training (if applicable), and a declaration stating that they have not previously availed the benefit of this scheme.
The completed application form, along with the attached documents, must be submitted to the Directorate of Higher Education, Haldwani. After preliminary scrutiny of applications at the Directorate level, an amount of ₹50,000 is released from the government every six months.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Bank account details
Permanent residence certificate
Appointment letter
Training certificate
Proof of joining, if applicable, after completion of training
A declaration stating that they have not previously availed the benefit of this scheme
Award Scheme to Encourage Entrepreneurs - Uttarakhand
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Industry Department
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Business Entity

The scheme aims to recognize exceptional craftsmanship among registered artisans and weavers in Uttarakhand by encouraging innovation, creativity, and excellence in the handicrafts and handloom sectors through state and district-level awards.

Benefits:
***Nature of the Award:***
***1. State Level Award***
**For the best artisans in the handicraft sector:**

  - First Prize: ₹15,000/-
  - Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
  - Third Prize: ₹7,000/-

***For the best weavers in the handloom (cotton and woolen) sector:***

  - First Prize: ₹15,000/-
  - Second Prize: ₹10,000/-
  - Third Prize: ₹7,000/-

***2. District Level Award***
**For the best artisans in the handicraft sector:**

  - First Prize: ₹6,000/-
  - Second Prize: ₹4,000/-

***For the best weavers in the handloom (cotton and woolen) sector:***

  - First Prize: ₹6,000/-
  - Second Prize: ₹4,000/-

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a registered artisan or weaver, or an industry registered as Handloom Weaver/Handicraftsman under the Directorate of Industries, Uttarakhand, or the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts/Handloom), Government of India.
   1. The applicant must be an individual artisan or weaver belonging to a registered handicraft or handloom cooperative society, or a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) within the state of Uttarakhand to be eligible for the award.
   1. The artisan’s/weaver’s cooperative society or institution must not be a loan defaulter with any department or bank.
   1. An artisan/weaver who has already received an award cannot apply again for the next three consecutive years.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Application forms can be obtained from the office of the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC) or downloaded from the departmental website at https://doi.uk.org.
The duly filled application form, along with a copy of the Aadhaar card, relevant handicraft/weaving-related documents, photographs, and certificates, must be submitted through the General Manager, District Industries Centre of the concerned district by the due date.
The three copy of application form must be submitted, along with a demand draft of ₹50/- payable in favour of the General Manager, District Industries Centre.
Selection Process:
For the District Level Awards, selections are made by a District Level Selection Committee constituted under the chairmanship of the District Magistrate/Chief Development Officer.
For the State Level Awards, selections are made by a State Level Selection Committee constituted under the chairmanship of the Director of Industries, Uttarakhand.

Documents Required:
Copy of Aadhaar Card
Handicraft/Weaving-related documents (proof of work, registration, etc.)
Photographs of the products or work samples
Relevant certificates or recognitions, if any
Demand Draft of ₹50/- payable in favour of the General Manager, District Industries Centre
Award to Scheduled Castes Students Who Secured Top Ranks at State and District Level in Standard X & XII (Sahuji Maharaj Assistance)
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under the scheme, Scheduled Castes Category students who have Secured Top Ranks at State and District Levels in Gujarat in Standard X & XII are given cash prizes. Cash prizes are awarded to the first three students who secure the highest ranks in both Standard X and Standard XII across all streams.

Benefits:
> **Award/Cash Prizes Details at State Level:**

**Sl. No.****Student’s Rank****Award for Standard X****Award for Standard XII (For All Stream)**1First₹41,000/-₹31,000/-2Second₹21,000/-₹21,000/-3Third₹11,000/-₹11,000/-**Award/Cash Prizes Details at District Level:**
**Sl. No.****Student&amp;amp;amp;#39;s Rank****Award for Standard X****Award for Standard XII (For All Stream)**1First ₹6,000/-6,000/-2Second₹5,000/-5,000/-3Third₹4,000/-4,000/-

Eligibility:
1. The students should belong to the Scheduled Castes Category of Gujarat.
   1. The students who have Secured Top Ranks at the State and District Levels in Gujarat in Standard X &amp;amp; Standard XII across all streams are eligible for cash prizes.
   1. There is no income limit.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Under this scheme, the list of students is obtained from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Board and the award is given to the selected students accordingly.

Documents Required:
Passport size photo
Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
Caste Certificate from the Competent Authorities
Educational certificate/Marksheet
Identity Card (School)
Any other documents as required
Award Winning Tiatr Festival
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Art, Culture and Museums Department
Category: Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to popularize award winning tiatrs by organizing annual festivals in various Talukas of Goa. It provides financial remuneration to directors/producers of prize-winning tiatrs for staging performances.

Benefits:
##### ***Financial Remuneration for Tiatr Performance***

- Tiatr Academy of Goa Popular Tiatr winners: ₹40,000/- for each tiatr.
- Kala Academy Group &#39;A&#39; winners: ₹35,000/- for each tiatr.
- Kala Academy Group &#39;B&#39; winners: ₹30,000/- for each tiatr.
- Tiatr Academy of Goa Children Tiatr winners: ₹25,000/- for each tiatr.

##### ***Infrastructure Support***

- Payment to service providers for arranging stage, lights, sound etc. at rates fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa (applicable when no furnished auditorium is available).

##### ***Performance Platform***

- Opportunity to showcase award-winning tiatrs in various Talukas of Goa.
- Venues for the festival will be decided by Tiatr Academy of Goa.

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be the director/producer of a tiatr that has won 1st, 2nd or 3rd place in any of the following competitions:
- The applicant must be the director/producer of a tiatr that won 1st, 2nd or 3rd prize in Tiatr Academy of Goa Popular Tiatr Competition.
- The applicant must be the director/producer of a tiatr that won 1st, 2nd or 3rd prize in Kala Academy Group &#39;A&#39; tiatr Competition.
- The applicant must be the director/producer of a tiatr that won 1st, 2nd or 3rd prize in Kala Academy Group &#39;B&#39; tiatr Competition.
- The applicant must be the director/producer of a tiatr that won 1st, 2nd or 3rd prize in Tiatr Academy of Goa Children&#39;s Tiatr Competition.

***Post-Selection Conditions***

- Presentation of tiatr including kantaram should be done exactly the way it was presented in the respective competitions.
- The tiatr should be shown without charging tickets.
- Non-adherence to performance norms may result in withholding the payments.
- Tiatr Academy of Goa may depute an observer to verify whether the performance is as per the norms.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Sign the application form and mention the date.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to - 
Tiatr Academy of Goa, AS-1 / AS-4, Block A, 2nd Floor, Campal Trade Centre, Opposite Kala Academy, Campal, Panaji, Goa, India – 403001
*Applicants are advised to save a copy of the submitted application form and any acknowledgment.

Documents Required:
Self Attested Copy of Aadhaar Card.
Self Attested Copy of Permanent Account Number Card.
Awarding of Tamil Mamani, Telugu Ratna and Malayala Ratna
State: Puducherry
Ministry: null
Department: Arts and Culture Department, Puducherry
Category: Sports & Culture, Social welfare & Empowerment, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The Arts and Culture Department of Puducherry launched the "Awarding of Tamil Mamani, Telugu Ratna and Malayala Ratna" scheme with the aims to provide a cash award to the author/writer who have published books.

Benefits:
> **Award amount:**

- Cash award : ₹75,000/-. 

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> **Number of Awards:**

- Tamil Mamani - 6 awards.
- Malayala Ratna - 4 awards.
- Telugu Ratna - 4 awards.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be an author/writer.
1. The applicant&#39;s age should be 60 years or above. 
1. The author/writer should have published books of high repute in poetry, prose, and research articles in literature and grammar in their respective languages. 
1. The applicant should participate in literary and research.
1. The applicant should not have been given any such award by other Government and Organisations like Universities etc.
1. The applicant should be a native of Puducherry or residence in Puducherry continuously for a period of 5 years.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Department of Art and Culture and request the 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 downloads 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 to the superintendent, Department of Art and Culture, No.1, Roman Roland Road, Puducherry 605 001.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the superintendent 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.
Birth Certificate.
Residence Certificate (issued by Revenue Authorities).
Any Other Document If Required.
Awards to Bright Students
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Adi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Awards to Bright Students" scheme offers financial assistance to the top two boys and two girls from Adi Dravidar/Tribal/Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity in each district who have excelled in their 10th standard public examinations and continue their studies.

Benefits:
&gt; **Financial Assistance:**

  - **For the first year:** ₹800/-.

  - **For the next five years (per year):** ₹960/-.
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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should be a student.
  - The beneficiary should have passed 10th std., Public Examinations.
  - The beneficiary should be among the top two boys or two girls in their concerned district.
  - The beneficiary should be continuing their studies after 10th standard.
  - The beneficiary should belong to the Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar Converted to Christianity communities.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form from the concerned educational institution.
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 educational institution.
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:
Proof of identity (Aadhar card or any other document as directed by the authority).
Caste certificate (Adi Dravidar/ Tribal/ Adi Dravidar converted to Christian).
10th standard marksheet.
Proof of continuing education after 10th standard (admission or enrolment certificate).
Bank account details.
Any other documents (if required).
Awareness Programme on Child/Human Trafficking, Family Planning, Legal Awareness, Health etc.
State: Assam
Ministry: null
Department: Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare Department
Category: Public Safety,Law & Justice, Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to generate awareness among the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community regarding child/human trafficking, family planning, legal awareness, and health. It generates awareness benefits for the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community through Non-Governmental Organizations proposals.

Benefits:
- The benefit is to generate awareness among the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community on issues like child/human trafficking, family planning, legal awareness, and health (reduction of Maternal Mortality Rate, Infant Mortality Rate, Alcoholism, and maintenance of hygiene).
- This awareness generation aims towards bringing effective social and behavioural change amongst the community.

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a Non-Governmental Organization.
- The applicant must have valid registration under Societies Act, XXI of 1860.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The implementation of the scheme is initiated by issuing proposals inviting Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
Step 2: Eligible NGOs must submit their proposals for the implementation of the scheme by responding to the Expression of Interest (EOI).
Where to Apply
The details of the scheme guidelines will be available at the official website (http://ttwd.assam.gov.in).

Documents Required:
Track Record Of Having Experience In Providing Awareness Programmes Which Includes Child/Human Trafficking, Family Planning, Reducing Child Labour, Improvement Of Health, Prioritizing Girls Education, Reduction Of Maternal Mortality Rate, Infant Mortality Rate, Alcoholism, Maintenance Of Hygiene Etc. (With Documentary Evidence Such As Audit Report, Photographic Evidence, Etc.).
Details Regarding The Availability Of Well Trained Staff, Infrastructure, And The Required Managerial Expertise To Organize And Carry Out The Activities Under The Scheme (With Proper Details).
Extent Of Experience In The Number Of Districts (Please Indicate The Number/District).
Years Of Experience By The Non-Governmental Organization (With Documentary Evidence).
Documentation Regarding Any Financial Assistance Received From Government (If Yes, Provide Documentary Evidence).
Total Population Covered Till Date (Indicate The Number Of Population).
Any Action Plan By The Non-Governmental Organization Including The Proposed Number Of Camps And Geographical Area To Be Covered Under The Selected District.
Awasiya Vidyala Yojana
State: Uttar Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department, Uttar Pradesh
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Awasiye Vidyala Yojana" initiated by the Labor Department of the Uttar Pradesh State for the education of the construction worker.

Benefits:
1. Free residential education for all registered construction workers&#39; sons/daughters.
1. Free accommodation, clothing, food and other facilities available.

Eligibility:
1. Parent must be registered construction workers.
1. Child must be fall within the range of 6 to 14 years.

Application Process:
[Offline]
How to get register and apply for the schemeApplicant must visit the below offices
Nearest labor office.
Tehsildar of the concerned tehsil.
Block Development Officer of the concerned development block.
Get the application form and fill out the completely.
Attach required documents in the prescribed format.
Submit the application form in the same office.

Documents Required:
Photocopy of registration certificate.
Proof of deposit of contribution.
AYUSH Health and Wellness Centre - Ayushman Bharat Yojana
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Ayush Department
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide accessible, affordable, and holistic healthcare services based on Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani and Homeopathy systems to people of all age groups.

Benefits:
A total of 300 AYUSH Health and Wellness Centres are operating in the state. At these centres, medicines are distributed according to the specific disease, and yoga and naturopathy treatments are provided as per the condition.

  - Counselling based on nature testing and seasonal routines- screening and diagnosis of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, oral cancer, breast cancer, and cervical cancer, are conducted.
  - Medicinal plants are also distributed.
  - OPD charges have been fixed at ₹1.00 per person in rural areas and ₹2.00 per person in urban areas.

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Eligibility:
- The beneficiary must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The beneficiary may belong to any age group.
- The beneficiary must be registered at a government-recognized Ayurvedic, Unani, or Homeopathic dispensary or hospital.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The beneficiary needs to register at a government-recognized Ayurvedic, Unani, or Homeopathic dispensary or hospital.

Documents Required:
Registration Proof at the Government Ayurvedic/Unani/Homeopathic Dispensary or Hospital
Identity Proof
Any other document as required
Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana (AOGUSY): Strengthening of Central and State Regulatory Frameworks Including Technical Human Resource and Capacity Building Programs for Ayush Drugs
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry Of Ayush
Department: null
Category: Science, IT & Communications
Beneficiary Type: Government Organisation, State Government

The scheme component aims to strengthen the regulatory framework for Ayush drugs at the Central and State/UT levels by enhancing technical manpower, capacity building, quality control systems, and regulatory infrastructure.

Benefits:
> **For Ayush vertical in CDSCO:**

- **Training Support:** Training programs for capacity building are supported with a financial cap of ₹5,00,000/- per program.- **Training Support Limit:** A maximum of three training programs can be supported under this component.
> **For State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs:**

- **Support for Regulatory and Quality Control Activities:** Financial assistance up to ₹15,00,000/- per year per State/UT for regulatory and quality control activities.- **Reimbursable Expenditure Includes:**

1. Maintenance and development of online regulatory portals of Ayush Drug Controller/Licensing Authority,
1. Collection and testing of statutory and survey drug samples,
1. Training of technical staff at PCIM&amp;H / NABL as per approved norms,
1. Awareness and IEC activities related to Ayush drug regulation.

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Eligibility:
> **For Ayush vertical in CDSCO:**

- The Ayush vertical under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is eligible for financial assistance under this component.

> **For State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs:**

- State Ayush Directorate / State Drug Controller of Ayush drugs are eligible.
- The state should have a functional Drug Testing Laboratory and a separate functional Enforcement Mechanism for ASU&amp;H drugs.

> **Note:** Preference is given to States/UTs maintaining a database of manufacturing units and products, implementing dossier-based licensing, and conducting regular inspections as per the [Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940](https://www.indiacode.nic.in/bitstream/123456789/15278/1/drug_cosmeticsa1940-23.pdf) and Rules, 1945.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The grantee institute/Central/State Govt. may apply in the FORMAT –C1 for seeking a grant-in-aid under the component.

[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload the relevant documents.
Step 3: Verify the captcha and click on "Register". If required, click "Cancel" to discard changes.
Login Process:Step 1: Visit the Ayush NGO Portal.
Step 2: Enter the registered email id, password. 
Step 3: Type the captcha and click on "Login".
User Manual: Click here.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Recommendation letter of the Director, Department of Ayush, State Govt./ UT’s or the Controlling Officer of the Organization.
Any other documents as required.