smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Scheme to Assist for Infrastructural Facilities for Gaushalas & Panjrapole
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Registered Societies

"Scheme to Assist for Infrastructural Facilities for Gaushalas & Panjrapole" aims to support animal welfare organizations like gaushalas and panjrapoles by offering financial assistance for the development and construction of essential infrastructure.

Benefits:
- Financial assistance of up to 75% of the total cost or ₹4,00,000/-, whichever is lower, for each of the following:

   1. Cattle Shed.
   1. Compound Wall.
   1. Grass Godown.
   1. Water Bore (Electric Motor / Submersible Pump).
   1. Overhead or Underground Water Tank.

> **Note:** The benefit of this scheme will be available to an organization for a period of five years for different purpose-components.

Eligibility:
1. Any panjarapol and gaushala of the state registered under Public Charity Act.
   1. At least 3 (three) acres of land on which the organization has to construct the development work, must be in the name of the organization or on lease of 99 years. There is no limit on the maximum land.
   1. A gaushala must have more than 50 cows of local origin While Panjarapol must have more than 100 livestock.

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 ‘Animal Husbandry 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 online application and submit it to the board within 30 days of application with the signature and stamp of the GGVB’s nodal officer of the concerned district with the necessary documents listed in the 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.

Documents Required:
Copy of 7/12, 8-A, and 6-rights land records (own/lease land).
Lease agreement (minimum 99 years, if applicable).
Estimate and plan/map of the proposed construction work (as per taluka S.O.R.).
Registration certificate under the Public Charity Act.
Any other documents as required.
Scheme to Award Scholarship to Young Artists
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Art and Culture Department
Category: Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Scheme to Award Scholarship to Young Artists" was launched by the Art and Culture Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to encourage the postgraduate and graduate students of the Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai & Kumbakonam by awarding scholarships every year.

Benefits:
**Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai**

- Scholarship of ₹3,000/- to 10 outstanding students studying in final year B.F.A. (Bachelor of Fine Arts).
- Scholarship of ₹5,000/- to 4 outstanding students studying in final year M.F.A. (Master of Fine Arts).

**Government College of Fine Arts, Kumbakonam**

- Scholarship of ₹3,000/- to 10 outstanding students studying in final year B.F.A. (Bachelor of Fine Arts).
- Scholarship of ₹5,000/- to 2 outstanding students studying in final year M.F.A. (Master of Fine Arts).

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The applicant should be studying in the final year of B.F.A. or M.F.A. 
1. The applicant should be studying at the Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai or the Government College of Fine Arts, Kumbakonam.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant requests the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form (By the Kuzhu) from the Principal of the Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai and Kumbakonam. 
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 Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu Oviya Nunkalai Kuzhu, Directorate of Art and Culture, Dr. D.G.S. Dinakaran Road, (Greenways Road) Chennai - 600 028.
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).

Documents Required:
Photographs of artworks created by the applicants.
Scheme to Encourage Farmers to Add Value to Crops
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial assistance to farmers across Gujarat in adding value to their crops by providing financial assistance for purchasing machinery.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance:** 50% of the machinery cost or ₹10,00,000/-, whichever is less.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
   1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must be involved in agriculture-related activities.
   1.  The applicant must intend to purchase machinery for value addition.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
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.
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.

Documents Required:
7/12 Certificate.
Aadhaar Card.
Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.
Scheme to Encourage the Children of Sanitation Workers Who have Passed the Class 10/12 Examination (GSKVN)
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, children of sanitation workers who have achieved first, second, or third rank in the board exams of Class 10 and Class 12 (General Stream and Science Stream) across the state are awarded cash prizes and certificates of appreciation.

Benefits:
> **Cash Prize Details:**

**Rank****10th Class****12th Class (Science Stream/General Stream)**First Rank₹ 41,000/-₹ 31,000/-Second Rank₹ 21,000/-₹ 21,000/-Third Rank₹ 11,000/-₹ 11,000/-<br>

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The applicant should be a child of a sanitation worker engaged in scavenging activities.
1. The applicant should have passed the SSC (Class 10) or HSC (Class 12) board examinations conducted during the current academic year to be eligible under this scheme.
1. There is no annual income limit to avail the benefits of this scheme.

> **Note:** Applicants who secure the first, second, or third rank among the online applications received will be eligible for benefits under this scheme. 

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Visit the Social Justice & Empowerment Department website: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in
Step 2: Click on “Please Register Here” on the homepage.
Step 3: Fill in your personal details as per Aadhaar.
Step 4: Create a password and submit the form.
Step 5: Verify details and click “Confirm”.
Step 6: You will receive your User ID & Password via SMS/email.
Login Process:Step 1: Go to the portal homepage.
Step 2: Enter your User ID, Password, and Captcha.
Step 3: Click “Login” to access your dashboard.
Application Process:After login, complete your User Profile (first-time only).
Step 1: Homepage will show eligible schemes – click on the one you want.
Step 2: Fill out the scheme application form.
Step 3: Upload the required documents.
Step 4: Review all entries, agree to terms, and click “Save Application”.
Step 5: Note your Application Number for tracking.
Track Application:Step 1: Click on “View Application Status”.
Step 2: Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
Step 3: Click “View Status” to check progress.

Documents Required:
Mark Sheet of 10th or 12th Standard
Student Aadhaar Card
Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque
Identity Card
Passport Size Photo
A certificate from the competent authority regarding being a sanitation worker/dependent
Scheme to Give Incentive-Prize to Gaushala/ Panjrapole
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Registered Societies

The "Scheme to Give Incentive-Prize to Gaushala/ Panjrapole" focuses on enhancing the management and operation of Gaushalas and Panjrapoles by offering incentive prizes to the top performers.

Benefits:
- First Rank: ₹1,50,000/- for the top-ranked Gaushala/Panjrapole.
  - Second Rank: ₹1,00,000/- for the second-ranked Gaushala/Panjrapole.
  - Third Rank: ₹50,000/- for the third-ranked Gaushala/Panjrapole.
  - Frequency: The incentive prizes are awarded once every 3 years.

Eligibility:
- Gaushalas and panjarapol must be registered under the Charity Act.

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 ‘Animal Husbandry 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 concern Taluka office.
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.

Documents Required:
Registration certificate under the Public Charity Act.
Any other documents as required.
Scheme to Increase Seed Replacement Rate (SRR)
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Scheme to Increase Seed Replacement Rate (SRR)" by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to improve crop productivity through providing certified seeds at subsidized rates to all farmers across the state.

Benefits:
- **Seed Distribution:** Certified seeds are distributed to eligible farmers.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a farmer.
  - The applicant should be residing in Gujarat.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
Step 3: Select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and Email address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. 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 the "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 printout of the confirmed application.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
7/12 Certificate.
Scheme to Promote Mechanization for the Development of Horticulture
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Horticulture and Food Processing Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to promote mechanization for the development of horticulture by providing subsidies to farmers for purchasing modern agricultural machinery used in horticultural crops.

Benefits:
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MachineryMaximum Subsidy (₹)Potato Planter/Digger30,000Garlic/Onion Planter/Digger30,000Tractor Mounted Agri-Blast Sprayer75,000Power Operated Pruning Machine20,000Fogging Machine10,000Mulch Laying Machine30,000Power Tiller75,000Power Weeder50,000Tractor with Rotavator (Up to 20 H.P.)1,50,000Onion/Garlic Marker500Post Hole Digger50,000Tree Pruner45,000Plant Hedge Trimmer35,000Mist Blower30,000Power Spray Pump25,000<br>

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a farmer.
  - The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The applicant should contact the District Office of the Horticulture Department.

Documents Required:
Proof of Identity.
Residence Certificate.
Any other documents as required.
Scheme to Provide Assistance for Construction of Retail Outlets/ Agricultural Malls in State Market Committees
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Business Entity

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat. It aims to support market committees in constructing retail outlets and agricultural malls to facilitate direct selling of farmers' produce, ensuring better pricing and increasing farmers' income.

Benefits:
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**Name of the Component****Standard of Assistance**For Retail Outlet /Krishi MallAny one market committee of the &amp;amp;amp;quot;C&amp;amp;amp;quot; and &amp;amp;amp;quot;D&amp;amp;amp;quot; category of the state will be eligible for assistance to the extent of 90% of the total project cost and a maximum of ₹2,00,00,000/-	<br>

Eligibility:
- Market Committees of all Areas of “C” and “D” Class of Gujarat State shall be eligible for this scheme.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Market committees need to prepare development plans and cost estimates with an engineer on the panel approved by the Director-Agricultural Markets and Rural Finance.
Step 2: Submit the proposal to the Deputy Director and District Registrar of Co-operative Societies of the respective district.
Office Address and Contact Details of District Registrar: Click here.

Documents Required:
Development work maps and cost estimates
Engineer’s certification from the approved panel
Proposal submission letter
Any other documents required by the authorities
Scheme to Provide Assistance for Setting Up Farmer Support Centers in State Market Committees and for Computerization of All Market Committees
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Registered Societies

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to establish farmer support centers at market committee levels and computerize all market committees in Gujarat.

Benefits:
**Name of the Component****Standard of Assistance**To create farmer support center50% of the cost incurred including manpower (employee salaries) or a maximum of ₹2,00,000/-, whichever is less.To computerize the state market committeesCentral software will be developed by the state government.For necessary hardware/software for computerization of State Market Committees	For the necessary hardware/software for computerization of the market committees of the state, assistance of up to 90% or ₹2,00,000/- will be provided to the market committees of the state of “K” and “D” categories on the purchase of 2 computers, 2 printers, and software.

Eligibility:
- Market Committees of all areas of Gujarat State shall be eligible for this scheme.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The Market Committee should submit a proposal to the Deputy Director and District Registrar, Cooperative Societies through the Director, Agricultural Market and Rural Economy, Gandhinagar.
Step 2: After verification, the proposal is forwarded to the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare, and Cooperation Department for approval.
Office Address and Contact Details of District Registrar: Click here.

Documents Required:
Proposal document from the Market Committee.
Budget estimation and cost details.
Market Committee registration certificate.
Purchase details (if applying for hardware/software assistance).
Approval letter from concerned authorities.
Any other documents required by the authorities.
Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme provides financial assistance for the maintenance of one indigenous cow to farmers who practice completely natural farming methods using native cows.

Benefits:
- ₹900/- per month (₹10,800/- annually) assistance for maintaining one indigenous cow.

> **Note:** The benefit is available only once.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
   1. The applicant must be practicing natural farming on at least 1 acre (40 guntha) of land.
   1. The applicant must own a native (indigenous) cow with an identification tag.

&gt; **Note:**

  - Priority will be given to farmers practicing natural agriculture and master trainers who have received training in natural agriculture from certified trainers.
  - Assistance to one beneficiary per account (as per sample number 8-A).

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 ‘Animal Husbandry 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 online application and submit it to the Gram Sevak/BTM/ATM/Project Director-Aatma with the necessary documents listed in the 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.

Documents Required:
Proof of natural farming on 1 acre (40 guntha) land.
Aadhar Card of the applicant.
Bank account details.
Proof of ownership of an indigenous cow with an identification tag.
Training certificate (if the applicant is a trained master farmer).
Certificate of existence of the cow.
Any other documents as required.
Scheme to Provide Assistance to Processing Units in State Market Committees
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Government Organisation

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to support market committees in Gujarat by providing financial assistance for the establishment of processing units.

Benefits:
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**Component****Standard of Assistance**To create facilities for processing/ grading/ cleaning / washing /shorting/ packaging/ branding, and valuation at State Market Committee level50% of project cost to all types of market committees up to a limit of ₹1,50,00,000/-.<br>

Eligibility:
- All market committees in Gujarat are eligible to apply.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: he market committee must prepare a development plan and obtain an estimate from an engineer approved by the Director of Agricultural Markets and Rural Finance, Gujarat State, Gandhinagar.
Step 2: The proposal must be submitted through the Deputy Director and District Registrar Co-operative Societies of the respective district.
Office Address and Contact Details of District Registrar: Click here.

Documents Required:
Proposal for development work.
Estimate from an approved engineer.
Undertaking by the market committee.
Any other documents as required.
Scheme to Provide Assistance to Sate Market Committees as well as Taluka-District Co-operative Purchase and Sale Union to Construct Large Size Warehouse Godowns
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Government Organisation

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat. It aims to provide financial assistance to State Market Committees and Taluka-District Co-operative Purchase and Sale Unions for constructing large-sized warehouse godowns

Benefits:
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**Component****Support Standard**Large size warehouse godowns up to 5000 MT in market committeesAll State Market Committees, each without considering the class standards will be paid ₹6,500/- per metric ton up to 50% of the project cost will be available for godowns up to 5000 mt	<br>

Eligibility:
- All State Market Committees in Gujarat are eligible to apply.
- The godowns must be used exclusively for the storage of farmers&#39; produce.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The market committee must identify land for constructing the warehouse.
Step 2: Engineers from the approved panel will prepare maps and estimates based on the uniform design set by the Director of Agricultural Marketing and Rural Finance, Gujarat.
Step 3: The Managing Director, Gujarat Agricultural Marketing Board, will oversee implementation.
Step 4: The beneficiary must hire government-approved contractors of class "AA" to "D" for construction.
Step 5: The construction work must be carried out through the e-tendering process.

Documents Required:
Proof of land ownership for construction.
Detailed project report (DPR) including map and estimate.
Approval from the Director of Agricultural Marketing and Rural Finance.
Contractor details and e-tendering documents.
Any other documents if required.