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Sanskrit Scholarship
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Higher Education Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, students studying Sanskrit at various levels—Post Graduate (M.A. Classic), Acharya, Graduate (B.A. Classic), Shastri, Uttar Madhyama, Purva Madhyama, and Prathama—in any government or aided non-government college receive a monthly scholarship of ₹300/- for 10 months.

Benefits:
Under this scheme, students studying Sanskrit at various levels will receive scholarships as follows:
**Sl. No.****Type of Scholarship****Amount Per month****Quota**1Post Graduate (M.A. Classic)₹300/-72Acharya₹300/-73Graduate (B.A. Classic)₹300/-114Shastri₹300/-185Uttar Madhyama₹300/-336Purva Madhyama₹300/-337Prathama₹300/-91**Note 1:** The amount is transferred directly to the applicant&#39;s bank account.
**Note 2:** The scholarship is provided for 10 months.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant should be a student.
1. The students studying Sanskrit at various levels—Post Graduate (M.A. Classic), Acharya, Graduate (B.A. Classic), Shastri, Uttar Madhyama, Purva Madhyama, and Prathama—in any government or aided non-government college.
1. The annual family income of the applicant&#39;s parents or guardians should not exceed ₹54,000/-.
1. The applicant&#39;s Academic Qualifications should be one of the following:

- Post Graduate: 50% marks in degree examination.
- Acharya: 50% marks in Shastri or equivalent examination.
- Graduate: 50% marks in 10+2 or equivalent examination.
- Shastri: 45% marks in Purva Madhyama.
- Uttar Madhyama: 45% marks in Prathma or equivalent.
- Purva Madhyama: On the basis of merit in the 5th examination.

Application Process:
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Advertisement Issuance: The Directorate of Higher Education issues the advertisement for the scheme.
Application Scrutiny: The applications received are scrutinized, and applicants are selected within the prescribed quota limit.
Approval and Disbursement: With the approval of the Commissioner of Higher Education, the amount is transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Documents Required:
1.	Passport-size photograph
2.	Aadhaar card
3.	Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh
4.	Previous class marksheet
5.	Income certificate
6.	Bank Passbook/bank account details
7.	Any other documents as required
Sanskrit Shodh Chhaatravrtti Yojana
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Sanskrit Education
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The aim of the scheme is to encourage and support high-quality research in Sanskrit by providing financial assistance to meritorious Ph.D. students across state universities.

Benefits:
- A research scholarship of ₹40,000/- per year is awarded to 20 students registered for a Ph.D. in Sanskrit at universities across Uttarakhand.
  - The scholarship is provided for a period of three years at ₹40,000/- per year and must be renewed by submitting an application each year/semester.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be a student registered for a Ph.D. in Sanskrit at any university in Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must belong to the General, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Economically Weaker Section. 
1. A total of 20 research scholars are eligible for the scholarship, including 10 from the General category, 5 from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, and 5 from Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate holders.
1. Selection will be based on the highest marks obtained in the NET examination.

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Application Process:
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Applications for research scholarships are invited annually through advertisements published in daily newspapers and on the Academy's website. 
Applicants must submit their applications along with all required documents, including Aadhaar card, NET examination mark sheet, academic certificates, Ph.D. registration certificate, and bank account details. 
After evaluation by a selection committee, eligible research scholars are awarded annual scholarships to support their research in Sanskrit.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card
NET Examination Marksheet
Academic Certificates
Ph.D. Registration Certificate
Bank Account Details
Caste Certificate
Sant Ravi Das Swarojgaar Yojana
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Tribal Welfare and Scheduled Caste (SC) Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The Sant Ravi Das Swarojgaar Yojana under the Tribal Welfare and SC Department, Madhya Pradesh, provides funding for manufacturing units (₹1 lakh to ₹50 lakh) and service/retail trade projects (₹1 lakh to ₹25 lakh) for Scheduled Caste applicants.

Benefits:
1. Scheduled Caste beneficiaries can receive a 5% annual interest subsidy on Term and Working Capital Loans for up to 7 years, including the moratorium period.
1. The subsidy is provided on the condition of regular loan repayment as per the prescribed schedule.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
1. The applicant should be between 18 and 40 years of age.
1. The applicant should be belong to Scheduled Caste category.
1. The applicant should have a minimum educational qualification of 12th class passed.
1. The applicant&#39;s annual family income should not exceed ₹12.00 lakhs.
1. The applicant should not be a defaulter of any bank or financial institution, including MFI, NBFC, SFB, or PACS.
1. The applicant should not currently be a beneficiary of any other self-employment scheme of the state or central government.
1. Family Definition:

- If unmarried: The applicant and dependent parents.
- If married: The applicant, spouse, and dependent children (no age bar for dependent, unmarried children).

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Scheduled Caste Welfare Department Office , 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:
Aadhaar Card
Proof of identity and residence.
Caste Certificate
Income Certificate
Educational Qualification Certificate
Bank Account Details
Project Proposal
Loan Sanction Letter
Photographs
Sant Surdas Scheme
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under the scheme, monthly financial assistance is provided to Persons with Disabilities aged between 0 and 17 years, who have a disability of more than 80% and are registered in the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list.

Benefits:
1. Under the scheme, a monthly assistance of ₹1,000/- is paid to the beneficiary by the State Government through DBT.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a native of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant should be 0 to 17 years age group.
   1. Percentage of disability of 80 or more or those who cannot move even with help of artificial limbs independently.
   1. The applicant should be registered in the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list and BPL score is up to 20.
   1. The benefit of this scheme is eligible to the disabled person of Gujarat living under the Below Poverty Line (disabled person included in the BPL from the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India for the rural area and the Ministry of Housing &amp;amp; Urban Poverty Alleviation, Government of India for the urban area) are eligible to get the benefit of this scheme.
   1. The applicant should be possessing disability card issued by state government.

**Note:** The amount of assistance will be stopped when the applicant/beneficiary reached age of 18 years.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 01: The eligible applicant may visit the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, under the tab ‘Citizen Login’, click on New User ‘Please Register Here’.
Step 03: Enter your Full Name as per Aadhaar Card, Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Card Number, Email ID, Caste etc. and then click on ‘Register’.
Step 04: After successful registration, the applicants can login through their User ID and Password.
Step 05: Now, click on ‘User Profile’ to update your profile.
Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory information and then click on ‘Update’. 
Step 07: After updating profile successfully, select the scheme appearing on the home page; an application form will open.
Step 08: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and upload all the relevant documents.
Step 09: Now agree with the terms & conditions and click on ‘Save Application’.
Step 10: Submit the application form and take out the print of the application for future reference. The applicant can note down the application number to track the application status by logging into the portal using their User ID and Password.
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Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph
Aadhaar Card of the applicant 
Caste Certificate issued by competent authority, if applicable
Disability Identity Card/Disability Certificate from a Civil Surgeon
Proof of Age (School Leaving Certificate/Birth certificate) 
Certificate to the effect that his name is included BPL list with score up to 20
Proof of Residence (Any one of Ration Card/Electricity Bill/Driving License/Aadhaar Card/Election Card) 
First Page Copy of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque 
Any other documents as required
Santwana Scheme - Karnataka
State: Karnataka
Ministry: null
Department: Minorities Welfare Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Business & Entrepreneurship, Housing & Shelter
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Santwana Scheme" offers loans to religious minority individuals whose houses or shops have been destroyed by natural calamities or communal violence. The scheme provides up to ₹5,00,000/- per unit, with 50% as a loan and 50% as a subsidy

Benefits:
- **Loan Amount:** Up to ₹5,00,000/- per unit cost.- **Subsidy Amount:** 50% of the loan amount is provided as a subsidy, and the remaining 50% is a repayable loan.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should belong to the religious minority category of the Karnataka state.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of the state.
1. The applicant&#39;s age should be between 18 to 55 years.
1. The family income from all sources should not exceed more than ₹8,00,000/-
1. The applicant&#39;s family members should not be employees in the Central or State Government. 
1. The applicant or his/her family should not have availed a loan facility from Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation (EXCEPT ARIVU EDUCATION LOAN SCHEME ) in the last five years.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step-01: Applicant need to visits the Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation official website.  
Step-02: Click "Apply Online" and Enter "Mobile Number" and "Submit".   
Step-03: Enter "Aadhaar Number" Fill in the "Captcha" and Select "Next".
Step-04: Applicant will get OTP in his/her Aadhaar Linked Mobile Number.
Step-05: Enter "OTP" and select "Continue", After that Allow the official notice.
Step-06: After verifying the Aadhaar again fill in the "OTP" and Submit.
Step-07: Select the scheme "Sikhligar’s Community Development Scheme" and fill in the basic details father's name, gender, qualification detail
Step-08: Select "Next" Fill in the address detail and again select "Next".
Step-09: Upload the required document passport-size photo, educational document, income certificate, etc. 
Step-10: Click "Proceed" and Select "Submit Application" and get an Application ID.

Documents Required:
Photo of the Applicant.
Caste/Minority Certificate (issued by the competent authority).
Income Certificate (issued by the competent authority).
Copy of Aadhaar as Residential Proof.
Copy of Bank Passbook.
Self-declaration form from Surety.
Applicant s Self-Declaration.
Aggrieved beneficiaries should obtain a report from the relevant competent authority.
Saral Bijli Bill Scheme
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Energy Department
Category: Utility & Sanitation
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme offers free domestic connections and a fixed monthly charge to ensure easy electricity access for eligible beneficiaries.

Benefits:
- **Free Electricity Connection:** Eligible registered labourers and construction workers receive free domestic electricity connections without any connection charge.  - **Fixed Monthly Electricity Bill:** The beneficiary is required to pay only ₹200 per month for electricity consumption.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a registered labourer under the Mukhyamantri Mazdoor Kalyan (Sambal) Yojana–2018.
  - The applicant should be a registered construction worker.
  - The applicant should have a domestic electricity connection or intend to obtain one under this scheme.

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Application Process:
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Under this scheme, registered labourers under the "Mukhyamantri Mazdoor Kalyan (Sambal) Yojana–2018" and construction workers are provided with a domestic electricity connection free of cost (without any connection charge). In addition, the eligible consumer is required to pay only ₹200 per month.

Documents Required:
Identity Proof.
Address Proof.
Any other documents as required.
Saraswati Cycle Yojana
State: Chhattisgarh
Ministry: null
Department: School Education Department
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Chhattisgarh Saraswati Cycle Yojana has been started by the Government of Chhattisgarh in 2004. 
Saraswati Cycle Yojana is being operated by the Department of School Education, Government of Chhattisgarh.

Benefits:
- Free cycles are being distributed to girl students under the scheme.

Eligibility:
The following categories of citizens are eligible for the Chhattisgarh Saraswati Cycle Scheme: –

1. Should be a native of Chhattisgarh state only.
1. Girl students below Poverty Line (BPL).
1. SC/ST girl students.
1. Girl students of class 9th.

Application Process:
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The applicant should first contact the headmaster of the concerned school or institution.
Applicants can also approach the District Education Officer (DEO) to apply for this scheme.
After this, the applicant will have to get the application form of the Chhattisgarh Saraswati Cycle Yojana.
Now fill in all the information asked in the application form completely.
Attach all the necessary documents with the application form.
The application form has to be submitted.
The application form will be verified by the concerned officer.
The applicant will be informed after the approval of the application form.
Beneficiary girls are selected by the principal on the basis of caste certificate and B.P.L. Selection of girls of the class related to K.B.P.L. done on card basis.

Documents Required:
Permanent residence certificate.
B. P.L. Card.
Caste certificate.
 School Certificate.
 Aadhar card.
Saraswati Sadhana Yojana to Economically Backward Class Girls studying in Class 9
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, free bicycle assistance is provided to economically backward class girls studying in Class 9 in government and grant-in-aid schools across Gujarat.

Benefits:
- Free bicycle provided to each eligible girl student.

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant must be a female student.
  - The applicant must be studying in Class 9.
  - The applicant must be enrolled in a government or grant-in-aided school in Gujarat.
  - The applicant must belong to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS).
  - The applicant&amp;#39;s family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum.

Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Visit the official website: www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
Step 2: Click on the “Register” button on the homepage.
Step 3: You will be redirected to the registration form page.
Step 4: Fill in the required details such as: Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, etc.
Step 5: Submit the registration form to create your account.
Log In Process:Step 1: Go to www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
Step 2: Click on the “Login” button.
Step 3: Select the suitable login option (e.g., Citizen Login).
Step 4: You will be redirected to the login form page.
Step 5: Enter your registered Email ID/Mobile Number and Password.
Step 6: Click Login to access your account.
Apply for a New Service:Step 1: Log in to the portal using your registered credentials.
Step 2: After login, your user profile will appear showing all previously taken services.
Step 3: Click on “Request a New Service” or the relevant option.
Step 4: You will be redirected to a list of services.
Step 5: Select the desired service from the list.
Step 6: Click “Continue to Service”.
Step 7: A form will open—fill in all the required information.
Step 8: (Optional) Click to auto-fill details from your profile.
Step 9: Click “Next” after completing each section.
Step 10: Upload/attach the necessary documents or import them via DigiLocker.
Step 11: Review all information and click “Submit” to complete the application.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Birth Certificate.
Caste Certificate.
Identity Card.
Income Certificate.
Mark sheet.
Saraswati Sadhana Yojana to Socially and Educationally Backward Girls studying in Class 9th
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, free bicycle assistance is provided to Socially and Educationally Backward class girls studying in Class 9 in government and grant-in-aid schools across Gujarat.

Benefits:
- Free bicycle provided to each eligible girl student.

Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
  - The applicant must be a female student.
  - The applicant must be studying in Class 9th.
  - The applicant must be enrolled in a government or grant-in-aided school in Gujarat.
  - The applicant must belong to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
  - The applicant&amp;#39;s family income must not exceed ₹6,00,000 per annum.

Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process:Step 1: Visit the official website: www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
Step 2: Click on the “Register” button on the homepage.
Step 3: You will be redirected to the registration form page.
Step 4: Fill in the required details such as: Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, etc.
Step 5: Submit the registration form to create your account.
Log In Process:Step 1: Go to www.digitalgujarat.gov.in
Step 2: Click on the “Login” button.
Step 3: Select the suitable login option (e.g., Citizen Login).
Step 4: You will be redirected to the login form page.
Step 5: Enter your registered Email ID/Mobile Number and Password.
Step 6: Click Login to access your account.
Apply for a New Service:Step 1: Log in to www.digitalgujarat.gov.in using your registered credentials.
Step 2: User profile will appear showing all previously taken services. Click on “Request a New Service” or the relevant option.
Step 3: You will be redirected to a list of services. Select the desired service from the list. Click “Continue to Service”.
Step 4: A form will open—fill in all the required information. (Optional) Click to auto-fill details from your profile.
Step 5: Click “Next” after completing each section. Upload/attach the necessary documents or import them via DigiLocker.
Step 6: Review all information and click “Submit” to complete the application.
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Birth Certificate.
Caste Certificate.
Identity Card.
Income Certificate.
Mark sheet.
Any other documents as required.
Saraswati Vidya Yojana: Free Distribution of Bicycles - DNH&DD
State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Ministry: null
Department: Education Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

“Free Distribution of Bicycles'' under “Saraswati Vidya Yojana”, implemented by the Directorate of Education, U.T. Administration Of DNH & DD, aims to provide bicycles free of cost to all the girl students, studying in class VIII(8) in the Govt. schools.

Benefits:
- The girl students of class VIII of Government Schools of this UT will be provided bicycle for free.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a girl.
   1. The applicant should be a student.
   1. The applicant should be studying in class VIII(8) in Government School of the UT of Dadra &amp;amp; Nagar Haveli and Daman &amp;amp; Diu.

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Application Process:
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1.	The concerned Head of the school shall provide the enrolment of Girls student in Std. VIII in respective Government Schools to the respective District Education Office.
Note:
The girl student does not required to make any application individually.
2.	Bicycles will be provided to the girl student at the time of commencement of the New Academic Year as per the enrollment provided by the Head of the schools.
Contact for Grievance Redressal:Dadra and Nagar HaveliDamanDiuDistrict Education Office , First Floor, Lekha Bhavan, Amli, Silvassa, Pin – 396230, Ph: 0260-2642098Education Office (Daman) Shiksha Sadan, Moti Daman, Pin - 396220, Ph: 0260 2231126, Email: diredu-dd @nic.inEducation Department, Collectorate, Diu, Pin: 362520, Ph: 02875-252199

Documents Required:
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Sardar Krushi Jyoti Yojana 
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Energy and Petro Chemicals Department
Category: Utility & Sanitation, Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Family

The scheme improves power supply for farmers by replacing old wires and equipment and upgrading agricultural feeders for uninterrupted service, which is crucial for irrigation.

Benefits:
- Replacement of old and dilapidated agricultural feeder wires and conductors.
- Improvement in quality of electricity supply to farmers.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a farmer. 
1. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
1. The applicant should be connected to agricultural electricity feeders.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Subdivisional Office 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 Subdivisional Office.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Subdivisional Office 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:
Allotment Order of Land/ Readymade House received under any poverty housing scheme
Identity Proof of the Applicant
Land Ownership Document
Passport-size Photos