smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Unique Disability Identity - DNH & DD
State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Ministry: null
Department: Social Welfare Department
Category: Women and Child, Social welfare & Empowerment, Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

UDID Card or Unique Disability Identity card is an initiative by Government of India with a view of creating a National Database for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Under the UDID project Disability Certificate and Unique Disability Identity Card is issued to each PwD through online platform.

Benefits:
The Unique Disability Identity (UDID) card, also known as the Swavlamban Card, is a mandatory document for persons with disabilities (PwDs) in the Union Territory of Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp; Diu to access various central and state government welfare schemes. The UDID card ensures a uniform, digitized record that eliminates the need for carrying multiple documents and provides a single, nation-wide proof of disability.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be suffering from any of the 21 specified disabilities listed under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
1. The applicant should apply for issuance of a Disability Certificate and Unique Disability Identity (UDID) card through the UDID portal.
1. The applicant should undergo disability assessment by the concerned hospital, Medical Board, or competent medical authority for the determination of disability percentage.
1. The applicant should get the disability verified and certified by medical authorities notified by the respective State Government or Union Territory Administration.
1. The applicant should provide the required personal, medical, and disability-related details during the application process.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the official UDID Portal.
Step 2: Click on “Apply For UDID” on the homepage.
Step 3: Register as a Person with Disability (PwD) on the portal.
Step 4: Log in using the registered credentials.
Step 5: Fill in the online application form for the Disability Certificate and UDID card with the required details.
Step 6: Upload the required documents, including medical and identity-related documents.
Step 7: Submit the application through the portal.
Step 8: The concerned Medical Authority/Medical Board verifies the application and conducts disability assessment for the calculation of disability percentage.
Step 9: The Medical Authority issues the Disability Certificate and UDID card electronically through the portal upon approval.
Step 10: Track the application status using the “Track Your Application” facility available on the portal.
Step 11: Download and print the Disability Certificate and UDID card after approval.
Step 12: Use the portal for renewal, replacement, or updating of information whenever required.

Documents Required:
1. Aadhaar Card
2. Passport Size photo
University Scholarship (Ph.D.) - Uttarakhand
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide monthly financial assistance of ₹6,000/- in the form of scholarships to students who are pursuing a Ph.D. programme for 36 months or have submitted their rough thesis.

Benefits:
**Rate of Scholarship:** ₹6,000/- per month.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be enrolled in a Ph.D. program at Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar.
   1. The scholarship is awarded to students who have been pursuing their Ph.D. for 36 months or have submitted their rough thesis, whichever occurs earlier.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
To award fellowships to new and existing students from the date of their registration, the respective Heads of Departments invite applications on the prescribed form, following the procedure established in 1994–95 and approved by the Vice-Chancellor. The scholarship is renewed monthly based on academic progress.
This fellowship of ₹6,000/- per month is awarded to two students admitted to each Ph.D. program, based on merit determined by their scores in various examinations related to their academic qualifications. The Heads of Departments prepare a merit list and submit it to the office, along with their recommendations and the applications received from all students in their departments.
The Dean of Student Welfare then places these recommendations before a previously constituted committee for awarding the fellowships. The committee’s recommendations are approved by the Registrar and the Vice-Chancellor, and the list of selected students is issued through an office order by the Dean of Student Welfare. The fellowship amount is disbursed by the Director, Research Office.

Documents Required:
Documents are required in accordance with the university guidelines prescribed for this scheme.
Urdu Scholarship- Rajasthan
State: Rajasthan
Ministry: null
Department: Higher Education Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to promote the Urdu language among female students at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Under this scheme, a monthly scholarship is provided to undergraduate and postgraduate students who are studying Urdu as an optional subject.

Benefits:
- A monthly scholarship of ₹100/- for students studying Urdu at the undergraduate level.
- A monthly scholarship of ₹150/- for students studying Urdu at the postgraduate level.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
   1. At graduation level, only female students are eligible.
   1. At post-graduation level, both male and female students are eligible.
   1. The applicant should be studying Urdu as an optional subject at the graduation or post-graduation level.
   1. For graduation level applicants, a minimum of 50% marks in the previous qualifying examination is required.
   1. For post-graduation level applicants, the student should have passed graduation/post-graduation with at least second division.
   1. It is mandatory to study Urdu as a subject to receive the scholarship.
   1. The scholarship is applicable only for those who are regularly enrolled in recognized colleges/universities.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application Process:
Step 1: The applicant should download the application form from the official website.
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 related college. 
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the related college to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: Incomplete or outdated applications will be rejected.
Post Application Process:
The college will forward the application to the Higher Education Department, Rajasthan.
Renewal Process:
Only those students who were sanctioned a new scholarship in the previous year are eligible for renewal. (Renewal Form)
To qualify, they must have secured at least 50% marks and passed in second division in their last examination.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photo
Secondary Examination Marksheet/Birth Certificate (self-attested copy)
Caste Certificate (issued by relevant authority)
Aadhaar Card
Jan Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate
Certified Copy of the Mark Sheet of the Previous Examination
Resident Certificate (issued by relevant authority)
Admission Form in the Prescribed Format (indicating date of admission)
Hostel Certificate (signed by the warden and attested by the Head of the Institution, (if applicable)
Photocopy of the Bank Passbook (indicating student’s name, account number, IFSC code, and bank details)
Use of Advanced Drone Technology (Agriculture Aircraft) in Agriculture Sector
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme "Use of Advanced Drone Technology (Agriculture Aircraft) in Agriculture Sector" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat, aims to promote the use of advanced drone technology for spraying crop protection chemicals and bio-fertilizers, etc.

Benefits:
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**Name of Scheme and Standard of assistance****Financial Provision(Rs. In lakh)****Implementing Agency/office**Use of advanced Drone technology (agriculture aircraft) in agriculture sector 1) 90% of the cost or a maximum of Rs. 500/- whichever is less will be admissible per acre/per spraying₹500.00/-IFFCO or Subsidiary Organisation/Co-operative Organisation/Farmers Producer Organization (FPO)/Farmer Producing Company (FPC) designated by IFFCOAssistance will be admissible to a maximum of five acres per spraying per account.₹500.00/-Directorate of Agriculture (through i-Khedut Portal)<br>

Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be land holder.
  - The beneficiary farmer should have minimum 1 acre Agricultural land.
  - The beneficiary farmer must have his own bank account (Bank passbook and cancelled check).
  - The beneficiary must have Aadhar card as identity proof.
  - The beneficiary must have a Certified bill of purchase of equipment/items.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application and submit Related Documents through to concerned office during the period when the I-Khedut portal is open for application.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx 
Contact Us: Click here.Note: Applications approved for the component under the scheme shall be intimated to the concerned farmer applicants.
The District Agriculture Officer shall pay the assistance amount into the bank account of the applicant farmer beneficiary through ECS (Electronic Clearance Service)/RTGS (Real Time Gross Settlement)/Account Pay Cheque/NEFT/PFMS

Documents Required:
Aadhar Card (Mandatory).
Land Ownership Documents (minimum 1 acre) (Mandatory).
Bank Passbook and Cancelled Cheque (for financial transactions) (Mandatory).
Certified Purchase Bill of Equipment/Items (Mandatory).
Signed Online Application Form (from i-Khedut Portal) (Mandatory).
Any other document if required.
USERC Establishment and Operation of Entrepreneurship Development Centers 
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Science And Technology
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to establish and operate Entrepreneurship Development Centers to provide structured training in entrepreneurship to students, women, and the general public of Uttarakhand.

Benefits:
In the U-SERC Entrepreneurship Development Centres, training in entrepreneurship development is provided to students of the area, women, and the general public.
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Eligibility:
1. All students, women, and general public in Uttarakhand will be eligible to receive the training.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Tissue culture labs and hi-tech nurseries have been developed through the establishment of Harela Peeth at P. L. M. Sharma, Shri Dev Suman University campus, Rishikesh, and Sovan Singh Jeena University, Almora. Additionally, HARC was established in Naugaon, Uttarkashi, and CIMS, Dehradun, to facilitate high-quality spawn mushroom production and related training activities.
The U-SERC Entrepreneurship Development Centre was set up in Satpuli, Pauri, to provide entrepreneurship development and self-employment-oriented training for students, regional women, and the general public. 
Benefits and training opportunities can be availed by contacting the respective Entrepreneurship Development Centre.

Documents Required:
The documents required, as per the guidelines of the respective Entrepreneurship Development Centre.
Usha Kiran Yojana
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Women and Child Development Department
Category: Housing & Shelter
Beneficiary Type: Individual

In 2007, Madhya Pradesh State Government started "Usha Kiran Yojana" for women.

Benefits:
- Providing protection and support against domestic violence

Eligibility:
1. All women of all age groups.
1. All children under the age of 18.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Applicants have to visit the following centers 
Protection Officer (Project Officer-Integrated Child Development Project Office).
One Stop Center operated in the district.
Police Station.

Documents Required:
Passport-size photograph.
Aadhaar card.
Utility Based Handicrafts Award
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Handlooms, Handicrafts and Textiles Department
Category: Skills & Employment, Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Utility Based Handicrafts Award" scheme was launched by the Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles, and Khadi Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to encourage artisans to produce utility based handicrafts. This award will be given to 3 artisans. This award consists of a cash prize..

Benefits:
- Cash Prize of ₹40,000/-.
- 4 gm gold medal.
- One Thamirapattiram. 
- Certificate.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be an artisan.
1. The applicant should be a native of Tamil Nadu.
1. The applicant should be a manufacturer of handicrafts in Tamil Nadu.
1. The applicant should possess proficiency in Tamil and must be a contributor to Tamil literature.
1. The applicant should use non-toxic and non-polluting craft materials for this award.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Advertisements are released in June every year.
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents (during office hours) to the Head Office only through Poompucar Sales and Manufacturing Plant Managers.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: The award material should be sent with the application.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph.
Address Proof.
Aadhaar Card.
Front Page of Passbook.
Non-toxic and Non-polluting Material Certificate. 
Photograph of the subject matter.
Artisan's Affidavit on ₹20/- Stamp Paper, attested by a First Class Criminal Judge or Notary Public.
Recommendation Certificate, attested by any of the Managers of Poombucar Outlets and Manufacturing Plants / the respective Area Assistant Directors (Handicrafts / Craft Council (Tamil Nadu/India/World) under the Office of the Development Commissioner, New Delhi.
Uttam Pashu Puraskar Yojana
State: Himachal Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Animal Husbandry Department, Himachal Pradesh
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme “Uttam Pashu Puraskar Yojana” was launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh to provide incentives and encouragement to livestock Owners for rearing good quality high yielding animals.

Benefits:
1. Livestock owners of Cattle/Buffaloes giving 15 liters or more milk per day will be awarded a cash prize of ₹1000/- per Cow/Buffalo.
1. The prize will be admissible to a maximum of two animals per farmer.
1. Prizes will be transferred to the bank account of the selected owners.

Eligibility:
1.	The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
2.	The beneficiary/livestock owner of Cattle/Buffaloes giving 15 liters or more milk per day is eligible to apply under the scheme.
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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 01: Visit the official website of the concerned department of the Government of Himachal Pradesh. (https://hpahdbt.hp.gov.in/Home/Index)
Step 02: Look for the scheme for “Uttam Pashu Puraskar Yojana”.
Step 03: Read the guidelines and eligibility criteria of the scheme carefully. Further, agree with the terms & conditions and click on ‘Proceed’.
Step 04: Fill out the application form for the scheme, which is available online at (https://hpahdbt.hp.gov.in/Home/BeneficiariesRegistration)
Step 05: Attach all the necessary documents as required for the scheme, such as proof of BPL status, land documents, and bank account details.
Step 06: For submitting the application form, click on ‘Submit’.
Step 07: Check the status & follow up with the concerned department to track the status of the application.
Note 01: It is important for the beneficiary to keep a copy of the application form and documents submitted for future reference.
Note 02: Beneficiaries should ensure that they comply with the guidelines and regulations of the scheme to ensure that they are eligible for the benefits of the scheme.

Documents Required:
Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID Card, etc.
Copy of Bank Passbook
Residence proof
BPL Certificate
Caste/Category certificate
Note: Files size should be less than or equal to 200 KB and must be in pdf or jpg.
Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry
Department: null
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Business Entity

The UNNATI (Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme), 2024, is a Government of India initiative for Northeastern region of India offering various incentives to the industries in both sectors Manufacturing and Service.

Benefits:
- Capital Investment Incentive (CII) -  30% of the eligible P&amp;M in Zone A and 50% in Zone B.
- Capital Interest Subvention (CIS) - 3% interest subvention in Zone A and 5% in Zone B for a period of 7 years. 
- Manufacturing &amp; Services Linked Incentive (MSLI) - All eligible units of Zone A &amp; Zone B will be granted MSLI equal to 100% of the Net payment of GST, i.e. GST Paid less Input Tax Credit, for a maximum period of 10 years from the date of commencement of commercial production/operation or till the validity of the scheme whichever is earlier.

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Eligibility:
> As per detailed scheme guidelines including minimum investment, legal entity status, fulfilling requirements viz. registered lease dead, GST details, various reports such as DPR, BAR etc. 

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the official UNNATI Scheme portal and sign up using your email ID or mobile number. Create valid login credentials to access the application form.
Step 2: Log in to your account and complete the online application form with accurate details about your project and business.
Step 3: Upload all required documents, such as the Detailed Project Report (DPR), land or incorporation papers, and bank appraisal documents. Review the guidelines carefully and submit the application online.

Documents Required:
Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Land documents (ownership/lease agreement)
Bank or financial appraisal report
Certificate of incorporation / firm registration
PAN and GST certificate
Udyam (MSME) registration certificate
Uttar Pradesh Old Age Pension Scheme
State: Uttar Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Social Welfare
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The Government of Uttar Pradesh has introduced an old-age pension scheme for the benefit of the senior citizens in the state. Under this scheme, eligible senior citizens will be provided with financial assistance in the form of a monthly pension.

Benefits:
Benefits
Monthly pension Rs. 1000/-.

Eligibility:
**Eligibility** 

1. Age should be between 60 to 150.
1. Applicant should be below poverty line or his/her annual income should be upto for Rural Areas Rs. 46,080/- and Urban Areas Rs. 56,460/-.

Application Process:
[Online]
Application Process
Applicants need to visit the official website.
Select the option "Old Age Pension".
Now choose "Apply Online".
Now applicants need to fill out the form and provide the required information.
Upload required documents (Photograph and Age certificate).
And Submit.

Documents Required:
List of the required documents
Photograph.
Income certificate.
Age Certificate.
Uttarakhand Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Policy - 2023
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Industry Department
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Business Entity

The scheme aims to promote investment and employment in the state by supporting the establishment, expansion, and diversification of micro, small, and medium enterprises through financial incentives and a favourable ecosystem.

Benefits:
***Assistance Provided under the MSME Policy:***

  - **DPR Assistance:** 75% reimbursement of expenditure incurred on the preparation of Detailed Project Report (DPR).  - **Stamp Duty Reimbursement:** 50% to 100%, depending on the category of the enterprise.  - **Capital Goods Assistance:** 20% to 50% of the total fixed capital investment in workshop building, plant, and machinery, up to a maximum reimbursement of ₹4 crore, as per the district and category of enterprise.  - **Interest Subsidy Reimbursement:** 2% to 4% per annum, within the prescribed maximum limit, as per the district and category of enterprise.  - **Electricity Duty Reimbursement:** 100% reimbursement for load up to 500 KW.  - **Market Fee Reimbursement:** 50% reimbursement, subject to a maximum annual limit.  - **Quality Certification Incentive Assistance:** 75% reimbursement, up to a maximum of ₹1 lakh.  - **Incentive for Cluster Development:** Financial incentive of 70% of the project cost, up to a maximum of ₹5 crore per project.
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Eligibility:
1. Micro, small, and medium manufacturing enterprises in Uttarakhand, excluding those in the restricted categories under the policy, will be eligible.
   1. The benefits of the policy will be applicable only if there is a minimum of 25% additional capital investment in the existing enterprise along with at least a 25% increase in capacity.
   1. Under the Uttarakhand Enterprise Single Window Facilitation and Licensing Act, 2012, enterprises must obtain in-principle approval from the District/State Empowered Committee before commencing commercial production by applying through the CAF (Common Application Form) via the single-window portal.
   1. Financial incentives will be provided based on the category of the enterprise (Micro, Small, Medium) and the classification of the district/area (Category A, B, C, D).
   1. For new units or substantial expansion of existing enterprises, commercial production must commence during the policy’s period of operation, starting from 01.08.2023.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Units fulfilling the eligibility criteria under the policy can apply for incentives through the Incentive Tab on the portal www.investuttarakhand.uk.gov.in after commencing commercial production.
Claims for financial incentives will be approved by the State Level Authorized Committee, headed by the Director General/Commissioner of Industries.
Capital subsidy will be disbursed to micro enterprises in 2 equal annual installments and to small and medium enterprises in 5 equal annual installments. All other financial incentives will be provided in a lump sum.

Documents Required:
Documents are required as per the MSME Policy guidelines to avail the benefits of the scheme.