Meghalaya Motorcaravan Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Tourism Department
Category: Travel & Tourism, Transport & Infrastructure
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme promotes alternative tourism and supports rural and eco-tourism in the state. It encourages entrepreneurship by providing financial assistance for operating motorcaravans and aims to create employment opportunities while offering unique travel experiences across Meghalaya.

Benefits:
**Down Payment/Margin Money Support:**
Total down payment will be 50% of the price of the vehicle. Of this:

1. 5% of the caravan price is to be paid by the entrepreneur to the bank.
1. 45% of the caravan price will be paid by the Government of Meghalaya to the entrepreneur through the bank.

**EMI Support:**

1. To reduce the operational cost burden in the first year, the Government of Meghalaya will pay 5% of the vehicle cost, distributed equally over twelve months, as EMI co-payment.

**Additional Support**

1. Vehicles will be installed with GPS devices with a 5-year warranty, the cost of which will be borne by the government (one-time only).
1. Branding cost of the vehicle will be borne by the entrepreneur and included in the total project cost.

**Maximum Government Support:**

1. Maximum support will be 50% of the project cost or ₹ 25,00,000, whichever is lower.
1. Vehicle permit costs will be borne by the entrepreneur.

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Eligibility:
**Individuals**

1. The applicant must be between 18 and 58 years of age.
1. The applicant must hold a valid driving license.
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the tourism service sector.
1. The applicant shall not be a credit defaulter from any bank.

**For Registered Entities:**

1. The entity must be a recognized and registered tourism operator or tourism society with the Tourism Department, Government of Meghalaya.
1. The entity must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the tourism service sector.
1. The entity shall not be a defaulter at any financial institution.
1. The entity must provide an Incorporation Certificate or registration certificate, whichever is applicable.
1. The entity shall not be a credit defaulter from any bank.

**For Unregistered Entities:**

1. The entity can be any unregistered organization such as village organizations, self-help groups, or traditional communities based in Meghalaya.
1. The entity must be actively involved in the tourism sector.
1. The entity must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the tourism service sector.
1. The entity shall not be a credit defaulter at any financial institution.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
PDS (Ration Card) 
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).
Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
Sign In 
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”

Documents Required:
Individuals
Latest Bank Statement (last 6 months)
Valid driving license preferably commercial
Must have a Valid Member ID
Detailed Project Report (DPR) Download 
Self Declaration 
Registered Entities
A valid Member ID of President and Secretary
Self Declaration 
Valid driving license of the driver preferably commercial
Latest Bank Statement (last 6 months)
Detailed Project Report (DPR) Download
Incorporation or Registration Certificate whichever is applicable
Unregistered Entities
Valid driving license of the driver preferably commercial
Latest Bank Statement (last 6 months)
A valid Member ID of President and Secretary
Detailed Project Report (DPR) Download
Self Declaration Download