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Financial Assistance for setting up of Ornamental Fish Unit in Goa
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Fisheries Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Self Help Groups (SHGS), Registered Societies

“Financial Assistance for setting up of Ornamental Fish Unit in Goa” is a scheme by the Dept. of Fisheries, Govt. of Goa. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to eligible fishermen for setting up Breeding Units and Rearing Units. The applications are accepted only in offline mode.

Benefits:
**Setting Up of a Breeding Unit:** 50% of the actual cost, limited to ₹ 1,50,000/-.
**Setting Up of a Rearing Unit:** 50% of the actual cost, limited to ₹ 1,50,000/-.
**Setting Up of a Rearing Unit &amp; Breeding Unit:** 50% of the actual cost, limited to ₹ 2,50,000/-.

Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a Fish Farmer/ Individual/ Registered Self Help Group/ Societies, interested in setting up of the Ornamental Fish Farming unit in Goa.
- The applicant should be a resident of Goa for the last fifteen years.
- The applicant should have adequate water facilities for setting up the unit.
- The applicant should have own/ leased land, adequate to set up an ornamental unit.
- The applicant should have undergone a training programme on Ornamental Fish Farming organized by the Fisheries Department/ MPEDA/ ICAR.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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 to the concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or to the official posted at BDO Office/ Sub-Offices of the Department of Fisheries.
Grievance RedressalAny dissatisfaction or complaint about any service or its standards can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer. The grievance can also be lodged on the link dir-fish.goa@nic.in. All complaints will be acknowledged by us and final action taken will be communicated within 30 days.

Documents Required:
1. Proof of Identity.
2. Photographs (2 nos.).
3. Documents for the Proof of Availability of Land.
   A. For Owners:
      (i) Copy of the Land Deed.
      (ii) Form 1, Form 14.
   B. For Lessee:
      (i) NOC from the Land Owner.
      (ii) Registered Lease Agreement.
4. Proof of Availability of Finance.
5. Detailed Project Report.
6. Certificate of Experience.
7. Estimate for the Proposed Ornamental Unit/Expenditure Details.
8. Design/Layout of Unit.
9. Mandate Form.
Financial Assistance for the Marriage of Daughters of Widows/Destitute Women belonging to the Scheduled Caste
State: Chandigarh
Ministry: null
Department: Social Welfare, Women & Child Development
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

By the Chandigarh Government, this scheme is initiated to reduce the financial burden for the girl marriage. Under the scheme financial assistance will be provided.

Benefits:
> **Financial grant :  ₹20,000/- for the marriage of daughters.**

Eligibility:
1. The bride&amp;#39;s mother must belong to a Scheduled Caste community.
   1. Financial help is available for the marriage of up to two daughters in a family.
   1. The bride must be at least 18 years old on the date of marriage.
   1. This assistance is only for the first marriage of each daughter.
   1. Your family&amp;#39;s monthly income cannot be more than ₹2,000/-. (Verified by the Tehsildar).
   1. Applicant must have lived in Chandigarh for at least 3 years.
   1. If both the bride&amp;#39;s parents are deceased, her legal guardian can apply for this help.

Application Process:
[Online]
RegistrationStep-1: Applicant have to visit the "ServicesPlus" website.
Step-2: Click on "Register" on the homepage.
Step-3: Fill out the registration form with your
            - Full Name 
            - Email id
            - Mobile number 
            - Password
            - Select State
            - Enter Captcha
Step-4:  Review the details to ensure accuracy, and then submit registration.
Step-5: After successful registration, you may receive a confirmation message on the website or via email, confirming that your registration was successful.
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ApplyStep-1: Applicant have to visit the "ServicesPlus" website and login
Step-2: Apply for Services.
Step-3: Select the services/Scheme name.
Step-4: Provide the required details in the application form.
Step-5: Submit.

Documents Required:
Death certificate of father of girl (Bride).
Caste Certificate.
Age proof of the girl.
Aadhar Card.
Residence proof of three years (Voter Card, Ration Card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, etc).
Legal Guardian certificate in case both the parents had died.
Financial Assistance for the Purchase of Lifejackets and Lifebuoys for Fishermen
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Fisheries Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

“Financial Assistance for the Purchase of Lifejackets and Lifebuoys for Fishermen” is a scheme by the Dept. of Fisheries, Govt. of Goa. Through this scheme, financial assistance amounting to ₹50% is provided by the Government to eligible fishermen for the Purchase of Lifejackets and Lifebuoys.

Benefits:
- The support is extended up to ₹1,000/- per lifejacket and ₹1,500/- per lifebuoy.
- For Canoe Fitted With OBM: 05 Life Jackets and 01 Lifebuoy.
- For Mechanised Trawlers Engaged in Trawling Operations: 08 Life Jackets and 02 Lifebuoys.
- For Mechanised Trawlers Engaged in Purse Seining Operation: 25 Life Jackets and 04 Lifebuoys.

Eligibility:
- The applicant should be a traditional fisherman by birth or profession.
- The applicant should be a resident of Goa.
- The applicant should possess one of the following: a Canoe Fitted With OBM; Mechanised Trawlers Engaged in Trawling or Purse Seining Operations.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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 to the concerned authority at the Department of Fisheries, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, Patto Colony, Panaji Goa - 403 521, or to the official posted at BDO Office/ Sub-Offices of the Department of Fisheries.
Grievance RedressalAny dissatisfaction or complaint about any service or its standards can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer. The grievance can also be lodged on the link dir-fish.goa@nic.in. All complaints will be acknowledged by us and final action taken will be communicated within 30 days.

Documents Required:
Updated Fishing License Certificate/Fishing Net License Receipts
Vessel Registration Certificate
Aadhaar Card
Mandate Form
Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam
State: Assam
Ministry: null
Department: Welfare of Plain Tribes and Backward Classes Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial assistance to ST and OBC/MOBC students of Assam who have cleared the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam and are appearing for the mains exam in the current year.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance is provided, subject to eligibility verification and fund availability.

Eligibility:
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST)/Other Backward Classes (OBC)/More Other Backward Classes (MOBC) community of Assam.
- The applicant must have passed the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) or Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Preliminary Examination in the current year.

_*Fulfilling eligibility does not guarantee benefits, as the Selection Committee has the right to reject applications without assigning reasons._

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the Directorate of Welfare of Plains Tribes and Backward Classes, Assam. Download the prescribed format of the application form.
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, before the deadline, to the Directorate of Welfare of Plain Tribes & Backward Classes, Assam, Rukmini Nagar, Dispur Last Gate, Satrinivash Path, Guwahati-6.
*Applicants are advised to retain a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgment for future reference.

Documents Required:
Proof of Passing the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam.
Caste Certificate.
Any other relevant documents as specified in the application form.
Financial Assistance for Widow or Widower of Registered Construction Worker
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme is implemented by the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹24,000/- p.a. up to 5 years to the widow or widower in case of death of a registered worker during the course of employment.

Benefits:
- Financial assistance of ₹24,000/- per annum up to 5 years to the widow or widower.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be the widow or widower of a deceased construction worker.
1. The deceased worker must have been registered with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW 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 Labor Commissioner/Government Labor Officer.
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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:
Passport-size Photo
Aadhaar Card
Identity Card of Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Bank Passbook
Death Certificate (Issued by competent medical authorities)
Proof of Residence (One of Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Ration Sheet/Last Month's Electricity Bill/Gram Panchayat Certificate)
Financial Assistance on the Natural Death of Differently Abled Person
State: Tamil Nadu
Ministry: null
Department: Welfare of Differently Abled Persons Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

"Financial Assistance on the Natural Death of Differently Abled Person" was launched by the Dept for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Tamil Nadu. A financial assistance of ₹15,000/- is provided to the legal heir in the event of the natural death of the differently-abled person.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance of ₹15,000/- to the legal heir.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be the legal heir of the differently abled person.
1. The differently-abled person should have died a natural death.
1. The differently abled person should have been a registered member of the &quot;Welfare Board for the Differently-abled&quot;.

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 acknowledgement 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:
Death Certificate.
Legal Heir Certificate.
Differently Abled Person Original National Identity Card (issued by the welfare board for the differently abled).
Financial Assistance Scheme for Dependents of Deceased Journalists and Litterateurs - Rajasthan
State: Rajasthan
Ministry: null
Department: Information and Public Relations Department
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Family

The scheme aims to provide financial support to the dependents of deceased journalists and litterateurs in situations such as medical emergencies, unemployment, or when there is no other source of income.

Benefits:
> **Monetary Assistance for Medical Treatment:**

  - Up to ₹1,00,000/- for treatment of critical diseases (e.g., cancer, bypass surgery, kidney transplant, brain stroke, etc.).
  - In special cases, the committee may approve up to ₹2,00,000/-.

&gt; **Monthly Financial Assistance:**

  - ₹1,000/- to ₹2,500/- per month for a maximum of one year.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a dependent of a deceased journalist or litterateur.
1. The deceased journalist or litterateur should have been a resident of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should fall under one of the following categories:

- Widow of the deceased journalist or litterateur with no other source of income.
- Unemployed son below 28 years of age.
- Unmarried daughter.
- Father or mother of the deceased, provided they have no other source of income.

**Note:** Financial assistance will be given to only one person at a time.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application ProcessStep 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Director, Directorate of Information & Public Relations, Rajasthan Government, Jaipur 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-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Director, Directorate of Information & Public Relations, Rajasthan Government, Jaipur.
Post Application Process:All applications will be reviewed by the Rajasthan Journalist Welfare Fund Committee.
Upon verifying eligibility and other necessary details, the Committee will issue appropriate orders, which will be implemented by the Member Secretary.

Documents Required:
Identity Proof
Medical Reports and Prescription (If applicable)
Proof of income
Bank Passbook Copy
Any Other Document if Required
Financial Assistance Scheme for Journalists and Litterateurs - Rajasthan
State: Rajasthan
Ministry: null
Department: Information and Public Relations Department
Category: Health & Wellness, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide financial support to journalists and litterateurs for the treatment of critical illnesses, medical emergencies and no source of income, unemployment, or advanced age.

Benefits:
> **Monetary Assistance for Medical Treatment:**

- Up to ₹1,00,000/- for treatment of critical diseases (e.g., cancer, bypass surgery, kidney transplant, brain stroke, etc.).
- In special cases, the committee may approve up to ₹2,00,000/-.

> **Monthly Financial Assistance:**

- ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per month for a maximum of one year to unemployed journalists or those without income due to illness or old age.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
1. The applicant should be a journalist or litterateur.
1. The journalist or litterateur should meet one or more of the following criteria:

- Suffering from incurable diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer, leprosy, or requiring treatment for serious conditions like valve replacement, transplantation, angioplasty, bypass surgery, or kidney-related ailments.
- Unemployed due to ill health and without any other source of income.
- Aged 60 years or above and having no other source of income.
- Eligible on any other humanitarian grounds as recommended by the designated Committee.

**Note:** Financial assistance will be given to only one person at a time.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application ProcessStep 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Director, Directorate of Information & Public Relation, Rajasthan Government, Jaipur 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-attestted, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Director, Directorate of Information & Public Relation, Rajasthan Government, Jaipur.
Notes:Applications from journalists must be recommended by the Rajasthan Shramjeevi Patrakar Sangh, JAR, Newspaper Editors Conference, or the All India Small and Medium Newspaper Association Press Club.
Applications from litterateurs, poets, and authors must be recommended by the relevant literary academy.
All applications will be reviewed by the Rajasthan Journalist Welfare Fund Committee. Upon verifying eligibility and other necessary details, the Committee will issue appropriate orders, which will be implemented by the Member Secretary.

Documents Required:
Identity Proof
Medical Reports and Prescription (If applicable)
Proof of age 
Income Certificate
Bank Passbook Copy
Any Other Document if Required
Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Empowerment Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme was launched on in the year 1986. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to farmers belonging to the scheduled castes to purchase agricultural land, with a maximum limit of 2 acres, for self-cultivation.

Benefits:
1. Under the scheme, Scheduled caste farmers are provided with financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- per acre to purchase agricultural land.
   1. Assistance is provided up to ₹2,00,000/- for a maximum of 2 acres to enable the purchase of agricultural land.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should belong to Scheduled Castes Category.
   1. The applicant should be a native of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must be an agricultural labourer.
   1. The annual income limit will be ₹6,00,000/- for rural areas and ₹6,00,000/- for urban areas.
   1. Excluding government assistance, only the beneficiary who is able to purchase the land is eligible for the benefit.
   1. Only one member of the family is eligible for the benefit.
   1. Beneficiaries of land acquired with government assistance will be subject to non-sale for 15 years.
   1. Under this scheme, assistance will be available for purchasing agricultural land from government or private individuals.

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 the 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.
User Manual

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph
Aadhaar Card of the applicant
Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority
Proof of being a farmer/agricultural worker
Income certificate
Valid copy Revenue (Revenue) Department's permission to sell land 
True copy of revenue account permission for sale of land
Copy of first page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque (in applicant's name)
Any other documents as required
Financial Assistance to 75% or Permanent Disability
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The Financial Assistance to 75% or Permanent Disability was launched by the Maharashtra Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW), Labor Department Maharashtra. In scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- to the registered worker in case of 75 % or more permanent disability.

Benefits:
- Financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- is provided by the Board to the registered worker for 75% or more permanent disability. 

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Eligibility:
1. The worker must be engaged in building or construction work.
1. The worker should be registered under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW).
1. The worker should have a 75% or permanent disability.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW 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 Labor Commissioner / Government Labor Officer.
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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:
Passport-size Photo
Aadhaar Card
Identity Card of Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Bank Passbook
Disability Certificate (issued by competent medical officer/board)
Medical Treatment Payments
Proof of Residence (One of Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Ration Sheet/Last Month's Electricity Bill/Gram Panchayat Certificate)