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Madhya Pradesh Kalakar Evam Sahityakar Kalyan Kosh Niyam- Disability Assistance
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Culture Department
Category: Sports & Culture, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Family

The scheme aims to provide one-time financial assistance to physically disabled artists and litterateurs for disability-related medical treatment and rehabilitation.

Benefits:
- One-time financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000/-.
- Assistance is provided exclusively for the treatment of physical disability.

> **NOTE:** Direct transfer to the beneficiary’s bank account.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant should be a physically disabled artist or litterateur.
1. The applicant should be 21 years of age or above.
1. The applicant’s monthly income from all sources, including spouse income, should not exceed ₹10,000.
1. The total monthly family income, including dependents, should not exceed ₹20,000.

> **NOTE:** Income limits are revised annually with a 6 percent increase for eligibility calculation.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant downloads the application form (Page No. 8) 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 Director, Directorate of Culture, Madhya Pradesh.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photo
Proof of Residence
Age Proof
Self-Declaration Affidavit
Aadhaar Card
Medical Certificate (For Illness or Disability)
Income Certificate
Artist/Litterateur's Work & Achievements
Disability Certificate 
Bank Account Details with IFSC Code
Disaster or Accident Proof (If Applicable)
Madhya Pradesh Kalakar Evam Sahityakar Kalyan Kosh Niyam- Serious Illness / Accident / Calamity Assistance
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Culture Department
Category: Sports & Culture, Social welfare & Empowerment, Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Family, Artists

The scheme aims to provide one-time financial assistance for serious illness, accident, or calamity-related medical treatment to artists and litterateurs.

Benefits:
**Financial Assistance**

- One-time financial assistance of up to ₹50,000.
- Provided for serious or long-term illness, accident, or calamity-related treatment.

**Mode of Disbursement**

- Direct bank transfer to the beneficiary account.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be an artist or a litterateur.
1. The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant should be suffering from a serious or long-term illness, accident, or calamity.
1. The applicant’s (husband/wife) monthly income should not exceed ₹10,000.
1. The total family income should not exceed ₹20,000 per month.
1. The writer/artist&#39;s fully dependent spouse, fully dependent parents, dependent minor brothers and sisters, dependent minor children, dependent widowed daughter, and dependent differently-abled brothers and sisters are eligible to get assistance.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant downloads the application form (Page No. 8) 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 Director, Directorate of Culture, Madhya Pradesh.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photo
Proof of Residence
Age Proof
Self-Declaration Affidavit
Aadhaar Card
Medical Certificate (For Illness or Disability)
Income Certificate
Artist/Litterateur's Work & Achievements
Disability Certificate 
Bank Account Details with IFSC Code
Disaster or Accident Proof (If Applicable)
Madhya Pradesh Non-Government Institution Grant Scheme
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Culture Department
Category: Education & Learning, Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: University / Institution

The scheme aims to support non-government cultural institutions by providing financial grants for cultural activities, training, equipment, and events.

Benefits:
> **Types of Financial Assistance**

**Maintenance Grant**

- Provided for training activities and art performances.
- Annual recurring grant.
- Maximum assistance up to 90% of the approved project or activity cost.

**Equipment Grant**

- Provided for the purchase of books, musical instruments, audio-visual equipment, electrical equipment, furniture, cameras, record players, and workshop tools.
- Non-recurring grant.
- Maximum assistance up to 90% of the actual expenditure.

**Camp and Event Grant**

- Provided for training camps, cultural camps, and special cultural or literary events.
- Maximum assistance up to 90% of the proposed total expenditure.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a non-governmental cultural institution.
1. The institution should be registered under the Madhya Pradesh Society Registration Act, 1973, or other applicable law.
1. The institution should be continuously active for at least 3 years prior to the application year.
1. The institution should be engaged in art, culture, literature, training, research, or performances.
1. The institution should have cultural and literary objectives clearly mentioned in its registered constitution.
1. The institution should be operating within Madhya Pradesh.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant downloads 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 respective Director, Directorate of Culture, Bhopal. 
NOTE:
The applicant should submit a Chartered Accountant-certified Utilization Certificate if grants were received during the last 3 financial years.
The applicant should invite public representatives and district administration officials to support programs.

Documents Required:
Society Registration Certificate (Valid at the Time of Application)
Memorandum of Association and Rules
Activity Report for the Last 3 Years
Audited Financial Statements
Chartered Accountant-Certified Utilization Certificate (If Grant Received in Last 3 Years)
Project Proposal or Event Details
Self-Attested Checklist
Authorization Letter from the Managing Committee
Bank Account Details of the Institution
Affidavit Regarding Non-Political and Non-Religious Activities
Madhya Pradesh Professional Talent Examination Award Scheme
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Backward Classes and Minorities Welfare Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"M.P. Professional Talent Examination Award Scheme" aims to recognize and reward backward-class students who excel in professional entrance examinations. Monetary awards are provided to backward-class students who secure the top three positions in entrance examinations like PET, PPT, and MCA.

Benefits:
**Prize Money**

- First Position: ₹1,00,000/-
- Second Position: ₹50,000/-
- Third Position: ₹25,000/-

Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant should belong to Other Backward Classes (OBC) as per the list declared by the Government of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant should have appeared and secured first, second, or third position in entrance examinations (PET, PPT, or MCA) conducted by the Professional Examination Board.
- The applicant should be pursuing technical and vocational subjects.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Office of the Backward Classes and Minority Welfare Department, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
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, within the prescribed period (if any), to the authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement 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: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph
Aadhaar card
Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
Caste certificate 
Previous class passing certificate/marksheet
Samagra ID
Bank account details/Bank Passbook
Other necessary documents if required
Madilu Kit
State: Karnataka
Ministry: null
Department: Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: null

The Madilu Programme is a government initiative focused on empowering rural communities through skill development and entrepreneurship opportunities.
It aims to create sustainable livelihoods, reduce poverty, and enhance social and economic well-being in rural areas.

Benefits:
Empowerment of rural communities through skill development and entrepreneurship.
Creation of sustainable livelihoods and reduction of poverty.
Enhancement of social and economic well-being in rural areas.
Increased income-generating opportunities for participants.
Access to micro-financing options and market linkages.
Promotion of gender equality and social inclusion.
Strengthening of rural economies and local industries.

Eligibility:
- Individuals residing in rural areas are eligible to participate.
- Participants should have a willingness to learn and engage in skill development activities.
- There is no age restriction for participation in the program.
- Both men and women are encouraged to apply.
- Participants should demonstrate an interest in entrepreneurship and improving their livelihoods

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Visit the official Madilu Programme website or the nearest Rural Development Office to obtain the application form.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required personal details, including contact information and relevant skills or areas of interest.
Step 3: Attach any supporting documents or certificates related to previous skills or entrepreneurial experience, if applicable.
Step 4: Submit the completed application form along with the supporting documents to the designated Rural Development Office or the specified submission location.
Step 5: The application will be reviewed by the selection committee, and eligible candidates will be shortlisted.
Step 6: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview or additional assessment to determine their suitability for the program.
Step 7: Successful applicants will be notified of their acceptance into the Madilu Programme and provided with further instructions on the program commencement and orientation.

Documents Required:
Completed application form (obtained from the Madilu Programme website or Rural Development Office)
Personal identification documents (e.g., Aadhaar card, passport, or voter ID)
Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill, ration card, or land ownership document)
Educational certificates or qualifications (if applicable)
Certificates or documentation showcasing previous skills or entrepreneurial experience (if applicable)
Income certificate or proof of income (if required for specific program benefits)
Any other supporting documents relevant to the application or specific program requirements
Magnifiers - Tamil Nadu
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Welfare of Differently Abled Persons Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The Department launched the "Magnifiers by Welfare of Differently Abled Persons Department" scheme for differently-abled persons. Under this scheme, magnifiers are distributed to needy students with low vision to enable them to read books.

Benefits:
- **Free distribution of magnifiers.**

Eligibility:
1. The beneficiary should be a student. 
1. The beneficiary should be a person with low vision.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer 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.
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. 
Any Other Documents If Required.
Maharishi Balmiki Chatravriti Yojana
State: Himachal Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Education Department, Himachal Pradesh
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme “Maharishi Balmiki Chatravriti Yojana” by the Dept. of Education, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh is a Scholarship Scheme for female students belonging to the Balmiki family. The beneficiary receives ₹ 18,000 per annum for college-level studies and professional courses.

Benefits:
Scholarship of ₹ 18,000 per annum.

Eligibility:
1.      The applicant should be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
2.      The applicant should be a girl student.
3.      The applicant should belong to the Valmiki Family engaged in Unclean Occupation.
4.      The applicant should have been admitted to a matriculation course.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Go to  the Official Website of the National Scholarship Portal. and click “New Registration”. Guidelines for Registration will appear. Scroll to the bottom. Read carefully the undertaking. Accept the Terms. Click “Continue”.
 
Step 2:  A Registration Form will appear. The fields marked as * are mandatory. Fill in the details and click “Register”.  Your Application ID and password will be displayed. The same will also be sent as an SMS to your registered mobile number. 
Step 3:  Go to https://scholarships.gov.in/fresh/newstdRegfrmInstruction 
Click on “Login to Apply”. Enter your Application ID and password. Type the Captcha and click “Login”. On the next screen, provide the OTP received on your registered mobile number. You will be directed to the Password Reset screen. Create a new password and confirm. Click “Submit”. You will be directed to the “Applicant’s Dashboard”.
 Step 4:  On the left pane, click “Application Form”. The fields marked as * are compulsory. Fill in the details and upload the documents. You can either click on “Save as Draft” to complete the application later. Else, click “Final Submit” to submit the application.

Documents Required:
1. Passport Size Photo.
2. Aadhaar Card (Unique Identification Number / Enrollment Identification Number).
3. Himachali Bonafide Certificate.
4. Previous Year(s) Result Card(s) from Matric onwards.
5. Latest Bank Statement of the Students Bank Account.
6. Certificate of Parent / Guardian engaged in Unclean Profession (Issued by an officer not below the rank of Tehsildar).
Mahila Adhikarita Yojana (Gujarat Safai Kamdar Development Corporation)
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Mahila Adhikarita Yojana" introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat, is a centrally sponsored financial support scheme offering loans of ₹20,000/- at a subsidized interest rate to women sweepers and their dependents to promote self-reliance and upliftment.

Benefits:
- **Loan Assistance:** An amount of ₹20,000/- at 5% interest rate, with a repayment period of 5 years.

Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a woman sweeper or a dependent of a woman sweeper.
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Go to the  eSamajKalyan portal and navigate to the "Gujarat Safai Kamdar Development Corporation" section under the Corporation menu.
Step 2: Click on "Mahila Adhikarita Yojana" and then Apply Now.
Step 3: Click on "New User? Please Register Here".
Step 4: Enter the required details and click Register.
Application Process:Step 1: Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha Code, then click "Login".
Step 2: Read the scheme details carefully and click OK.
Step 3: If your permanent address is correct, confirm it. Otherwise, enter your correct address.
Step 4: Click Save & Next to proceed. Upload the relevant documents.
Step 5: If you need to make changes, click "No, Cancel". If all details are correct, click "Yes, Submit".
Step 6: Click Save Application. Note down your Application Number for future reference. You can also take a printout by clicking Print Application.
Check Application Status: Click here.

Documents Required:
Proof of Residence (any one of Electricity Bill/Licence/Lease Agreement/Electoral Card/Ration Card).
Guarantee Sheet.
Disability Certificate (If applicable).
Specimen of Applicant's Gross Annual Income (Certificate from Competent Authority).
Ration Card (to upload both pages with name and number of ration card applicant).
Certificate regarding being a sweeper/ dependent of a sweeper.
Aadhaar Card.
BPL Certificate.
Certificate of death of husband.
Copy of passbook page showing bank account details or canceled cheque.
Election Card.
Mahila Bakri Palan
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Animal Husbandry
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Women and Child, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to empower women, especially abandoned, widowed, destitute, single, and disaster-affected women, by providing them support for goat rearing to generate livelihood and improve household income.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, one unit of goats (3 females and 1 male) aged 12 to 18 months is provided to eligible women. The entire cost of the scheme, ₹35,000, is borne by the State Government.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be a woman.
1. The applicant must be from one of the following categories:

- Abandoned
- Widow
- Destitute
- Single woman
- Disaster-affected woman

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Selection of beneficiaries will be made on a "first come, first served" basis.
Applicants must submit Aadhaar card, bank account details, and other documents related to criteria mentioned, along with their proposal.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar card
Bank account details
Caste certificate
Other supporting documents as required
Mahila Dairy Vikas Pariyojana - Uttarakhand
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Dairy Development Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to empower rural women in Uttarakhand by promoting their active participation in the dairy sector through Women Milk Producers Cooperative Societies, enhancing milk production, and providing training, incentives, and awareness programs for sustainable livelihood development.

Benefits:
- Under this scheme, by providing adequate resources to rural women through Women Milk Producers Cooperative Societies at the village level, their direct participation in the state’s economy is encouraged, making them socially and economically self-reliant. 
  - The scheme also organizes various training, incentive, and awareness programs for women members to increase milk production. These include training programs for secretaries and management committee members, women encouragement and motivational programs, seminars on clean milk procurement, and special women-focused seminars on the occasion of International Women’s Day.
  - Under the women incentive program to increase milk procurement, first, second, and third prizes are awarded to the women milk producers who supply the maximum milk in the district.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must be a woman interested in the milk procurement business sector.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
After providing complete information regarding the formation of the Women's Milk Producers Cooperative Society in an open meeting, upon consensus on the formation of the Women's Milk Committee, 9 women are selected from the Women's Milk Committee members as Managing Committee members and a Chairperson is elected from among the selected members. Thereafter, the Managing Committee appoints a Secretary as an employee to run the Milk Committee.
All milk producing members who supply milk to the Milk Committee have to become members of the Committee.

Documents Required:
Documents are required as per the department’s guidelines prescribed for this scheme.
Mahila Kamgar Kaushal Unnayan Evan Theka Shramik, Hamaal Tatha Ghareloo Mahila Kamgaar Parivar Sashaktikaran Yojana
State: Chhattisgarh
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Education & Learning, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Chhattisgarh State Government started a scheme "Mahila Kamgar Kaushal Unnayan Evan Theka Shramik, Hamaal Tatha Ghareloo Mahila Kamgaar Parivar Sashaktikaran Yojana" for unorganized worker on 11 March 2015.

Benefits:
The scheme provides the following benefits:

1. Skill development training in below identified trades 

   1. Beautician (Beautician)
   1. Nutritionist (Nutrition)
   1. Dietitian
   1. Cooking
   1. Hospitality
   1. House Hold (Making Badi, Papad, Pickle Etc.)
   1. Nursing
   1. Tailoring

1. Financial assistance for training
1. Family empowerment activities such as health education, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training

Eligibility:
1. Female domestic workers, Contract workers and Hamal to be registered with the Board.
1. Benefits from this scheme are not available to individuals who are already receiving benefits from another comparable scheme offered by the State Government.
1. The age limit for the scheme should be above 18.

Application Process:
[Online]
Unregistered Applicant :
All the applicant have to visit the official website Chhattisgarh Labour Department. 
On the home page click on "Apply" under "Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board".
Enter the following details
Select Group Name : "Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal"
Select Service : "Asangathit Shramik Panjikaran"
What do you want to do : "Aavedan"
Click next.
Check the eligibility criteria for registration in Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board and click next. 
Fill out the online "Registration form".
Submit.
Already Registered Applicant :
All the applicant have to visit the official website Chhattisgarh Labour Department. 
On the home page click on "Apply" under "Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board".
Enter the following details
Select Group Name : "Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal"
Select Service : "Yojana"
What do you want to do : "Aavedan"
Click next.
Select your district name and provide old/new registration number and click next.
Select the scheme name. 
Fill out the online with required details. 
Submit.

Documents Required:
Aadhar card.
Labor registration Card.
Educational Qualification of the Applicant.
Applicant's occupation details.