smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
Leprosy Pension Scheme
State: Uttar Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Empowerment of Persons With Disabilities Department, Uttar Pradesh
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This Leprosy Pension Scheme has been started by the Government of Uttar Pradesh and operated by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Uttar Pradesh.

Benefits:
The rate of grant per beneficiary per month will be Rs. 3000/- who became disabled due to Leprosy.

Eligibility:
1. It is necessary to be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
1. Disabled due to leprosy (with any percentage of disability).
1. Persons with disabilities due to leprosy may belong to any age group.
1. Must be below the poverty and should be under Rs. 56,460/- per annum for urban and Rs. 46,080/- per annum for rural areas. 
1. Are not taking advantage of other pension schemes.

Application Process:
[Online]
First of all the applicant has to visit the official Portal.
Fill out the online application form from here. 
In the Application form, the applicant has to fill following details:- Personal Details, Bank Details, Income Details, and a description of a disability.
Upload the required documents (Photograph, Age Certificate and Disability Certificate).

Documents Required:
Passport size colour photograph.
Date of Birth/Age certificate.
Disability certificate:
License for Repairers of Weights-Measures and Weighing Instruments
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Food & Civil Supplies
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, a government-approved license is issued to repairers of weights and measuring instruments, enabling them to repair such instruments used by traders as a means of self-employment and to ensure their livelihood.

Benefits:
- For self-employment, traders can obtain licenses for weights, measures, and weighing instruments by paying the repair tax, repair fee, and prescribed government charges to ensure their livelihood.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
   1. The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications:

  - ITI (Electronics) or its equivalent along with 2 years of relevant experience; or
  - Diploma in Electronics, Instrumentation, or Electrical Engineering with 1 year of relevant experience; or
  - B.Sc. degree with Physics and 1 year of relevant experience; or
  - B.E./B.Tech degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Applicants can apply online through https://investuttarakhand.uk.gov.in/
Select FCS Legal Metrology (Department of Legal Metrology) on the portal.
Choose the required service and fill out the application form. Provide details such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Address Proof of premises, Ownership Proof of premises (e.g., Electricity Bill, Lease Deed, or Registry Copy), Educational Qualification, and Experience Certificate. Upload the certificates and other applicable documents as mentioned on the portal. Submit the form to the Inspector after paying the prescribed online fee of ₹100/-.
After inspection, as per the time scheduled by the Inspector, the online license will be issued by the concerned authority.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar card
PAN card
Proof of premises ownership (such as electricity bill, rent agreement/registry copy)
Educational qualification and experience certificates
Any other relevant documents
LIDCOM 50% Subsidy Scheme
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "50% Subsidy Scheme" is a scheme by LIDCOM, Govt. of Maharashtra. In this scheme, 50% amount is being given as a subsidy on a maximum loan amount of ₹50,000/-. The subsidy is subject to the maximum limit of ₹10,000/-. The bank charge of interest is as per the existing rate.

Benefits:
For a maximum loan amount of upto ₹50,000/-, 50% of the amount is given as a subsidy subject to the maximum limit of ₹10,000/-.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
1. The applicant should be in the 18 to 50 years age group.
1. The applicant should be from Charmakar Community only (Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.).
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should be less than or equal to ₹1,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should have knowledge of the business for which he has applied for the loan.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Take the format of the application form from the District Office of LIDCOM.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Office.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
Proofs related to the amount of loan.
Income Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Caste Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
Any other document required by the District Office of LIDCOM
LIDCOM Education Loan Scheme
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Category: Education & Learning, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Education Loan Scheme" is a scheme by the Leather Industries Development Corporation (LIDCOM), Govt. of Maharashtra. In this scheme, finance of upto ₹ 20,00,000 is provided for post graduate students in the 18-50 years age group from Charmakar Community for studies in India and in abroad.

Benefits:
Education Loan up to ₹10,00,000 for post graduate students in India.
Education Loan up to ₹20,00,000 for post graduate students in abroad.
Rate of Interest for Male Beneficiary: 4% per annum.
Rate of Interest for Female Beneficiary: 3.5% per annum.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
1. The applicant should be from Charmakar Community only (Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi etc.).
1. The applicant should be in the 18 to 50 years age group.
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should be less than or equal to Rs.3,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should have a knowledge of the business for which s/he has applied for loan.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Take the format of the application form from the District Office of LIDCOM.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgement of successful submission of the application form from the District Office.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
Marksheet / Passing Certificate of the Latest Educational Qualification.
Proof of Admission : Offer Letter or Admission Letter from the Institution. Conditional admission letter may be considered in case of studies abroad.
Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
Income Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Caste Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
A/C statement for last 1 year in case of any previous loan from other Banks/Lenders (if any)
LIDCOM Gattai Stall Scheme
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Being implemented by LIDCOM, Govt. of Maharashtra for the Roadsides Cobblers from the (Scheduled Caste) Charmakar Community, this scheme provides a 100% subsidy for the erection of a Tin Stall of Size 4’ x 5’ x 6.5’ costing ₹16367/- per stall and ₹500/- incidental charges.

Benefits:
The scheme provides a 100% subsidy for the erection of a Tin Stall of Size 4’ x 5’ x 6.5’ costing ₹16,367/- per stall and ₹500/- incidental charges.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a Roadside Cobbler identified by the Gram Panchayat.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
1. The applicant should be in the 18 to 50 years age group.
1. The applicant should be from Charmakar Community only (Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.).
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should be less than or equal to ₹1,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should have knowledge of the business for which he has applied for the loan.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Take the format of the application form from the District Office of LIDCOM.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Office.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
Proof of being a Roadside Cobbler (issued by the Gram Panchayat),
Income Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Caste Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
Any other document required by the District Office of LIDCOM.
LIDCOM Margin Money Loan Scheme
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

In this scheme, for a loan limit from ₹50,001 to ₹5,00,000/-, 20% of the Project cost loan as Seed Capital is paid by the Corporation @ 4% interest per annum. A maximum of ₹10,000/- will be paid as a subsidy by Corporation. A 5% amount of project cost will have to be contributed by the beneficiary.

Benefits:
For a loan limit from ₹50,001 to ₹5,00,000/-, 20% of the Project Cost Loan as Seed Capital is paid by the Corporation @ 4% interest per annum. 
A maximum of ₹10,000/- will be paid as a subsidy by Corporation. 
A 5% amount of project cost will have to be contributed by the beneficiary as his share. 
Balance 75% of the project cost will be paid by Bank at the existing rate. 
The said amount of the loan is to be refunded within 36 to 60 monthly installments.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
1. The applicant should be in the 18 to 50 years age group.
1. The applicant should be from Charmakar Community only (Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.).
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should be less than or equal to ₹1,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should have knowledge of the business for which he has applied for the loan.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Take the format of the application form from the District Office of LIDCOM.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Office.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
Loan-related proofs.
Income Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Caste Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
Any other document required by the District Office of LIDCOM
LIDCOM Training Scheme
State: Maharashtra
Ministry: null
Department: Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Being implemented particularly for the Charmakar Community, the "Training Scheme" is a scheme by the Leather Industries Development Corporation (LIDCOM), Govt. of Maharashtra. This scheme is being implemented for the students to enable them to start their own businesses, trade, or get a job.

Benefits:
This scheme is being implemented for the students to enable them to start their own businesses, trade, or get a job.
The training includes: 
        a)  Training Programme for Footwear Designing through Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI), Fursatganj, Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.
        b)  Training Programme for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC).
        c)   Smartness Quotient Booster Training Programme.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a Student.
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
1. The applicant should be in the 18 to 50 years age group.
1. The applicant should be from Charmakar Community only (Dhor, Chambhar, Holar, Mochi, etc.).
1. The annual income of the family of the applicant should be less than or equal to ₹1,00,000/-.
1. The applicant should have knowledge of the business for which he has applied for the loan.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Take the format of the application form from the District Office of LIDCOM.
Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Office.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card.
Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, Marksheet of Class 10th/12th, etc)
2-Passport Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra.
Bonafide Certificate/Proof of Admission from the School/College/Institution.
Income Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Caste Certificate issued by an Authorised Govt.Officer.
Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc).
Any other document required by the District Office of LIDCOM.
Life Saving Technique Water Sports Operator
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Tourism Department
Category: Travel & Tourism, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to train youth of the state as certified trainers and operators in water life-saving techniques. Under this scheme, training opportunities are provided to selected beneficiaries to develop water safety and rescue skills.

Benefits:
The beneficiary will receive training as a Water Saving Life Trainer.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a youth of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
1. The applicant should be able to swim 100 meters within 3 minutes.
1. The applicant must be educated.
1. The applicant must be mentally and physically healthy.

> The total number of 15 beneficiaries will be selected.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The prescribed application form must be duly filled and submitted along with the required documents to the office of the District Tourism Development Officer.
The applications are evaluated on practical parameters by the trainers from the National Institute of Water Sports (NIWS), Goa.

Documents Required:
Applicants are required to submit the necessary documents in accordance with the guidelines specified by the department.
Lifetime Contribution to Konkani Cinema Award
State: Goa
Ministry: null
Department: Art, Culture and Museums Department
Category: Sports & Culture
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides a prestigious annual award consisting of a shawl, memento, citation, and cash purse of ₹50,000/-, with recognition given at a special function held on 24th April every year on the anniversary of the release of the first Konkani film 'Mogacho Anvddo' by late Al-Jerry Braganza.

Benefits:
**Cash Award:** ₹50,000/- as fixed by Tiatr Academy of Goa.
**Honorary Items:** Shawl, memento, and citation presented to the awardee.
**Recognition Ceremony:** Special function held on 24th April every year on the anniversary of the first Konkani film.
_*The awardee must be present in person to receive the award at the ceremony._
_*The award ceremony attendance is mandatory - no proxy or representative acceptance is allowed._
_*Once received, the award cannot be conferred again in the recipient&#39;s lifetime across any category._
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be not less than 60 years of age.
- The applicant must have contributed to Konkani Cinema development.

**Relaxation**

- The age limit of 60 years may be relaxed if the health of the artiste is not well.

**Selection Considerations**

- The applicant should demonstrate excellence as an actor, script writer, director, playback singer, lyricist, producer, or composer.
- The applicant may have received awards in their respective field.
- The applicant should have done innovation on the Konkani Cinema front.
- The applicant, if a singer/musician, should have songs recorded on vinyl records, Compact Discs, Digital Versatile Discs, online platforms, or brought out in video format.
- The applicant may have worked in films of other languages in various capacities including acting, directing, singing, composing music, composing lyrics, designing sets, providing background music, or designing light effects.
- The applicant, if a script writer or lyricist, may have published books of their scripts or lyrics.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: Recommendations are invited from individuals and institutions for deserving candidates.
Step 2: Advertisements are published in local newspapers seeking nominations.
Step 3: The Executive Board of Tiatr Academy of Goa reviews all recommendations and may also select deserving artistes from outside the recommended list.
Step 4: Selection is made based on the specified criteria including years of service, excellence in their field, awards received, innovations made, and published works.
Step 5: The selected artiste is informed and must confirm their availability to attend the award ceremony in person.

Documents Required:
Proof of Age.
Proof of contribution to the Konkani Cinema.
Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Disabled)
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Social Welfare
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Skills & Employment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to promote self-reliance among persons with disabilities through grants, term loans, and margin money assistance.

Benefits:
**Term Loan Scheme:**

  - Project Cost: ₹75,000/-
  - Grant: 20% or ₹10,000/-, whichever is less
  - Term Loan: ₹65,000/- at 6% annual interest rate

**Shop Construction Scheme:**

  - Project Cost: ₹50,000/-
  - Grant: 20% or ₹10,000/-, whichever is less
  - Margin Money Loan: ₹40,000/- at 4% annual interest rate, repayable in 60 monthly installments

**Margin Money Loan Scheme for Bank Supported Loan:**

  - Project Cost: Up to ₹2,00,000/-
  - Grant: 20%, maximum of ₹10,000/-
  - Margin Money: 25% of the project cost at 4% annual interest rate, repayable in 36 monthly installments

Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must possess a minimum of 40% disability. 
1. The applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000 in urban areas and ₹1,60,000/- in rural areas.
1. The applicant’s age must be between 18 and 50 years.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application Process:
Step 1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the official website. 
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the Vikas Khand (Block Development) Office. 
Selection Process:
Step 1: The application will be forwarded to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 2: A District-Level Committee, headed by the District Social Welfare Officer, will review the proposals and select beneficiaries.

Documents Required:
Passport-size Photograph.
Voter ID.
Aadhaar Card.
Disability Certificate.
Caste Certificate (If applicable).
Any Other Document if Required.
Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Caste)
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Social Welfare
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to promote self-employment among Scheduled Castes. It provides financial aid, including loans, margin money, and grants, for livelihood projects.

Benefits:
> **Financial Assistance:**

  - Project Cost Limit: ₹50,000/- to ₹2,00,000/-
  - Bank Loan: 60% of the project cost
  - Margin Money: 30% of the project cost (payable with applicable interest over 60 monthly installments)
  - Grant: Maximum of ₹10,000/-

> **Beneficiary Contribution:**

  - No contribution for project cost up to ₹1,00,000/-
  - 10% contribution for project cost between ₹1,01,000/- and ₹2,00,000/-.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
1. The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste category.
1. The applicant’s age must be between 18 and 50 years.
1. The applicant’s annual income must not exceed ₹1,05,600/- for rural areas and ₹1,29,840/- for urban areas.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application Process:
Step 1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the official website. 
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the Vikas Khand (Block Development) Office. 
Selection Process:
Step 1: The application will be forwarded to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 2: A District-Level Committee, headed by the District Social Welfare Officer, will review the proposals and select beneficiaries.

Documents Required:
Identity & Address Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID / Ration Card / Driving License).
Caste & Residence Verification (Caste Certificate, Domicile Certificate or valid residential proof )
Income Proof and Financial Documents.
Other additional Documents (If require).