smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Organic Manure Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The objective of the scheme is to provide hands on training at the village level on production of organic compost inputs such as compost for plant health management for sustainable agriculture.

Benefits:
> **Type of assistance:**

- Training and awareness campaign in the production of organic composts.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
1. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application Process:Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the relevant documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):The bonafide farmers having sufficient available cultivable land on a first come first served basis.
Whom to Contact:District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
District Training Officers, Tura/Shillong.
Agricultural Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.

Documents Required:
Passport-size photograph
Identity Proof
Documents proof of having sufficient available cultivable land
Any other document as required
Organisation of Cultural Programs
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Culture and Endowments
Category: Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Artists

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to cultural groups and artists registered with the Department for performing in cultural programs organized during traditional fairs, festivals, regional celebrations within and outside the state, as well as on the occasion of national festivals.

Benefits:
After the presentation of cultural programmes by groups/folk singers enlisted with the Culture Department on the occasion of traditional fairs, festivals, celebrations, and national festivals organized within or outside the state, the following honorarium and allowances are payable:

   1. Group Leader: Honorarium of ₹1,000/- and travelling allowance of ₹500/-.
   1. Other Artists: Honorarium of ₹800/- each and travelling allowance of ₹400/- each.
   1. Folk Singers:

- Category A: ₹7,500/- as honorarium.
- Category B: ₹4,250/- as honorarium.
- Travelling allowance: ₹300/- along with ordinary bus fare or second-class rail fare for the journey.

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a cultural group or an artist registered with the Department of Culture, Uttarakhand.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The Directorate of Culture conducts auditions periodically to shortlist cultural groups and artists. 
For the selection of a cultural group, the following documents are required: the organization’s registration certificate, a copy of its bylaws, details and number of the group’s artists, and a certificate confirming that the members are natives or permanent residents of Uttarakhand. 
At present, the department has a total of 267 cultural groups and 226 solo artists on its list.

Documents Required:
Registration certificate of the organization
Copy of the organization’s bylaws
Details and total number of artists in the group
Certificate of being a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand (for the artists)
Organising Sports Competitions and Training Camps
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Sports
Category: Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Sportsperson

The scheme aims to promote sports at the grassroots levels by providing structured training, organizing competitions & nurturing sporting talent. Training is conducted through local camps in all districts for various sports, including football, athletics, boxing, volleyball, etc. with minimal fees.

Benefits:
- The department conducts local training camps in all districts for various sports, including football, athletics, boxing, volleyball, hockey, badminton, cricket, wrestling, kho-kho, karate, kabaddi, wushu, taekwondo, basketball, handball, ju-jitsu, table tennis, lawn tennis, baseball, and sepaktakraw, with training provided at minimal fees.
  - The department operates Sports Colleges and Sports Hostels for sports such as football, athletics, boxing, volleyball, hockey, badminton, judo, and cricket, with admission provided at minimal fees.
  - A prize of ₹ 500/- is awarded for securing first position and ₹ 300/- for securing third position in state-level sports competitions.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be a player aged 8 to 16 years.
1. In the case of amateur players, the applicant must be above 16 years of age.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
To conduct local training camps in all districts, the District Sports Officer’s office issues a notice in daily newspapers in March to publicize the district-level camps. Applications are received offline and must be submitted to the District Sports Officer’s office. Selection trials are conducted annually in April and May.
For admission to Sports Colleges and Sports Hostels, preliminary selection trials are held at the district level. Successful candidates then undergo final trials at the state level, and admissions are granted against vacant seats based on the merit list.
Direct paid admission is available for local training camps conducted at the district level and for amateur players.

Documents Required:
Proof of age 
Residence Certificate
Other relevant document as required
Organization of Multi-Purpose Camps/ Public Awareness Camps/ Medical Camps/Legal Service Camps
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Law Department
Category: Public Safety,Law & Justice
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to organize camps & awareness programs across urban & rural areas to inform and empower vulnerable groups such as women, children, senior citizens, workers in the unorganized sector, persons with disabilities, acid attack survivors & victims of trafficking about their legal rights.

Benefits:
For the effective implementation of public welfare schemes of the Hon’ble National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), New Delhi, the District Legal Services Authorities, Tehsil Legal Services Committees, and the Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority also organize multi-purpose camps, awareness programs, debate competitions, painting competitions, and essay competitions across urban areas and remote rural regions.
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Eligibility:
1. Individuals, women, and children from all walks of life particularly workers in the unorganized sector, persons with mental illness or disabilities, acid attack survivors, senior citizens, and victims of trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation are provided information about their legal rights.
   1. Multi-purpose camps are also organized to support the effective implementation of poverty alleviation schemes.
   1. These camps are conducted in the presence of representatives from all departments.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Before organizing any awareness camp or medical camp, the District Legal Services Authorities publicize the event through daily newspapers and inform public representatives and village panchayat-level officers of the concerned area so that local residents can avail the benefits of the multi-purpose or public awareness camps. 
Participation in these camps is completely free, and underprivileged individuals in need of certificates, medical examinations, or legal aid can obtain them at these camps. 
Updates regarding upcoming camps are also available on https://slsa.uk.gov.in.

Documents Required:
The documents required for legal aid depend on the type of assistance sought, and applicants must submit all relevant documents as specified for their case.
Organization of Sports Competitions and Training Programs
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Youth Welfare and Provincial Protection Corps
Category: Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Sportsperson, Individual

The scheme aims to promote sports & identify grassroots-level talent among youth through structured competitions & training. Players are provided with cash prizes and free training, & participation is encouraged at multiple levels, including Gram Panchayat, Development Block, District, and State.

Benefits:
- Organizing Khel Mahakumbh Competitions – Various sports competitions are organized for the age groups Under-14, Under-17, and Under-21.
  - Prizes are awarded for first, second, and third places as follows:

**Sl. No.****Level****1****st** **Rank (Cash Prize ₹)****2****nd** **Rank (Cash Prize ₹)****3****rd** **Rank (Cash Prize ₹)**1Gram Panchayat₹300/-₹200/-₹150/-2Block Development ₹500/-₹400/-₹300/-3District Level₹800/-₹600/-₹400/-4State Level₹1,500/-₹1,000/-₹700/-
  - During the competitions, talented players who perform best at the Block Development levels and District levels are identified by the department and provided free training prior to state-level participation.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be a youth (boy or girl).

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The Khel Mahakumbh is usually held between October and December. Newspapers provide information about the competitions at the Gram Panchayat/Nyaya Panchayat level, and interested participants are invited to take part through forms distributed by government schools, the Youth Welfare Department, and the Sports Department.
To participate, players must possess a photo identity card or birth certificate, a bank account, a permanent residence certificate, and a passport-size photograph. With these documents, players can compete in the Khel Mahakumbh at the village or Nyaya Panchayat level. 
Players securing first, second, and third positions at this level advance to the Block Development level. Similarly, the top three players at the Block Development level proceed to the District level, and the top three at the District level qualify for the State level competition.

Documents Required:
Photo identity card
Birth Certificate
Bank Account Details
Permanent Residence Certificate
Passport-size Photograph
Organization of Various Conclaves and Felicitations to Encourage Women, Women Scientists, Teachers and Young Students
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Science And Technology
Category: Education & Learning, Science, IT & Communications
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to promote and enhance scientific attitude and skill development of women, women scientists, teachers, and young students of the state by organizing conclaves and felicitating them.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, to promote and enhance scientific attitude and skill development among students, teachers, and women of the state, the following conclaves are organized and felicitations are given:

  - Yuva-Bal Samagam: Medhavi Chhatra Samman
  - Teacher/Science Conclave: Vigyan Prasar Samman
  - Woman Scientists Conclave: Utkrisht Yuva Mahila Vaigyanik Samman
  - Mahila Prayogdharmi Samman

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand state. 
1. The applicant must be a student, teacher, woman, and the general public.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
USERC organizes district-wise Bal Yuva Samagams. The top five meritorious students from each district, who achieve the highest marks in High School/12th Grade under the Uttarakhand Board, are honored. The merit list is provided by the District Education Officer of the respective district.
The Science Teachers' Conclave honors Uttarakhand’s science teachers and science-oriented educators with the Vigyan Prasar Samman to encourage and promote the exchange of ideas. Applications are invited from teachers across the state for the award, and advertisements are also published in newspapers.
USERC organizes the Women Scientists Conclave and the Utkrisht Yuva Mahila Vaigyaanik Samman Programme every year to encourage women scientists. Applications are invited from women scientists across the state, and advertisements are published in newspapers.
To identify and encourage women making exemplary contributions to the integration of science in the state, they are honored with the Mahila Prayogdharmi Samman on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

Documents Required:
Documents are required as per the Uttarakhand Science Education and Research Centre (USERC) guidelines in accordance with the honor/award.
Organizing Block Demonstration
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The “Organizing Block Demonstration” scheme provides a 50% subsidy or ₹2,000/- (whichever is less) on input costs for demonstrating the cultivation of Pulses crops over 5 hectares.

Benefits:
**Financial Assistance:** A subsidy of 50% on the cost of inputs required to layout the demonstration of 5 hectare each or ₹2,000/- whichever is less.

Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- The beneficiary should cultivate seed farms with Pulses crops.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). 
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:
Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.

Documents Required:
Proof of identity (Aadhar card, Voter ID)
Land ownership documents or lease agreements.
Caste certificate (for SC/ST applicants).
Bank account details.
Any other documents (if required).
Organizing Block Demonstration on Polythene Mulch Technology in Groundnut
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial assistance to farmers for adopting polythene mulch technology in groundnut cultivation to improve productivity.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance:** An assistance of  ₹4,000/- towards the cost of inputs to organize the demonstration and  ₹4,000/- to cover the land with Polythene sheet per hectare will be provided.

Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should produce and supply Foundation and Certified Class seeds to the Department.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). 
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:
Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.

Documents Required:
Proof of identity (Aadhar card, Voter ID)
Land ownership documents or lease agreement.
Proof of seed production and supply to the Department.
Bank account details.
Any other documents (if required).
Organizing Block Demonstration Through Department And Also Through TNAU
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme "Organizing Block Demonstration Through Department And Also Through TNAU" offers grants to farmers for maize cultivation. Farmers can avail a subsidy for demonstrating cultivation practices on a 1-hectare plot.

Benefits:
**Financial Assistance:** ₹4,000/- per demonstration of 1 Hectare plot each.

Eligibility:
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  - The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  - The beneficiary should grow maize in the following districts: Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Perambalur, Virudhunagar, Theni, Villupuram, Vellore, Salem, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Sivagangai, Trichy, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). 
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:
Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.

Documents Required:
Proof of identity (Aadhar card, Voter ID)
Land ownership documents or lease agreement.
Proof of maize cultivation/farming.
Bank account details.
Caste certificate (if applicable).
Proof of small/marginal farmer status (if applicable).
Women farmer group registration documents (if applicable).
Any other documents (if required).
Orientation Courses in Dramatics
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Art, Culture and Museums Department
Category: Education & Learning, Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Orientation Courses in Dramatics" scheme by the Tiatr Academy of Goa aims to improve the quality of tiatr performances. It offers preliminary training and workshops in various aspects of dramatics, such as script writing and acting, to individuals and existing tiatr artistes.

Benefits:
• **Training and Skill Enhancement:** The scheme provides orientation courses and workshops in various aspects of dramatics, including script writing, lyrics composition, direction, acting, stage setting, stage craft, background music, light effects, costumes, make-up, and the history of tiatr. These courses and workshops are intended to help tiatr artistes improve the standard and quality of tiatr performances.
• **Expert Instruction:** Workshops are conducted by graduates of the National School of Drama or Kala Academy School of Drama, with tiatr-specific aspects handled by personnel involved in the field of tiatr, to ensure high-quality and relevant training for participants.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be an individual.
- The applicant must be interested in getting trained in various aspects of tiatr, including its song and music performances.

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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, and 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 copies of the mandatory 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.
*The application will be considered on a 'First Come First Serve' basis and is subject to the availability of funds.

Documents Required:
Self-Attested Copy of Aadhaar Card
Other Backward Caste Dashamottar Scholarship Scheme (Starting from Class 11) - Uttarakhand
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Social Welfare
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to support Other Backward Class (OBC) students of Uttarakhand from Class 11th onwards by providing financial assistance for their education, including tuition fees and other academic expenses.

Benefits:
***Total Amount = Educational Allowance + Tuition fee***

  - **Group 1:** ₹20,000/- (₹10,000/- + ₹10,000/-)  - **Group 2:** ₹13,000/- (₹8,000/- + ₹5,000/-)  - **Group 3:** ₹8,000/- (₹6,000/- + ₹2,000/-)  - **Group 4:** ₹5,000/- (₹5,000/- + ₹ 0)
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must belong to the Other Backward Class (OBC) category.
   1. The applicant must be enrolled in a recognized school/educational institution in Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must be studying in Class 11 or higher level course.
   1. The applicant must possess valid documents, such as Caste Certificate, Residence Certificate, Bank Passbook, Aadhaar Card, Photograph, Educational Qualification Certificates, and Income Certificate.
   1. The total annual income of the parents/guardians from all sources must not exceed ₹2.5 lakh.
   1. The scholarship will be available for one year only for studying in any class.
   1. The applicant must have a counselling certificate.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Students apply online on the Government of India’s National Scholarship Portal (NSP) (https://scholarships.gov.in). 
The following documents must be uploaded with the application: Caste Certificate, Residence Certificate, Bank Passbook, Aadhaar, Photograph, Educational Qualification Certificates, and Income Certificate.
The student submits the application to their educational institution using their own ID. The concerned educational institution forwards the received online application to the District Social Welfare Officer. The District Social Welfare Officer examines the received applications and conducts physical verification of the complete applications. Incomplete applications that can be corrected are temporarily marked as defective, while those that cannot be corrected are permanently rejected. The eligible applicants receive the scholarship amount directly in their bank accounts, subject to the availability of funds.
Procedure:
Step 1: The student registers and submits the application form online.
Step 2: The educational institution verifies the submitted applications.
Step 3: Physical verification of the students is conducted by the Social Welfare Department (DSWO) and/or a third-party agency appointed by the government.
Step 4: Online verification is completed at the Social Welfare Department (DSWO) level.
Step 5: The scholarship amount is disbursed to the students whose applications are fully verified, through the PFMS (Public Financial Management System).

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card
Photograph
Caste Certificate
Residence Certificate
Bank Passbook
Educational Qualification Documents
Income Certificate
Other supporting documents as required
Out of School Children scheme under Goa Sarva Shiksha Abhivan 
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Education Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: NGO

The "Out of School Children" scheme is designed to ensure that every child in the 6-14 age group receives a complete elementary education. The primary objective is to identify children who are out of school and to reintegrate them into the educational system through specialized training programs.

Benefits:
Sanctions are granted to the NGOs for providing special training in the centre as per the norms of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA).

Eligibility:
- The child should not be enrolled in a school.
- The child should be in the age group of 6 to 14 years.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: A survey is carried out through NGOs for identification of the OoSC.
Step 2: The State Project Office of SSA provides approval of the Special Training Centres.
Step 3: The grant is released to the Special Training Centres after signing the MOU.

Documents Required:
Survey report identifying OoSC.
Detailed proposal document.
NGO registration certificate.
Signed MOU.
Budget estimate.
Approval letter from the State Project Office.
Staff details.
Previous experience in similar projects (if applicable).
Monitoring and evaluation plan.
Bank account details for fund disbursement.