smartduketech/indian-government-schemes-2025 huggingface dataset:
AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Self Help Groups (SHGS), Registered Societies

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat. It aims to support farmers in Gujarat by facilitating access to farm implements and mechanization.

Benefits:
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**Name of the Component****Standard of Assistance (General areas)****Standard of Assistance (Tribal areas)**Agro Service Provider UnitUp to 75% or limited to ₹7,50,000/- (40% in the 1st year, 10% in the 2nd and 3rd years, and 7.5% in the 4th and 5th years)Up to 85% or limited to ₹8,50,000/- (50% in the 1st year, 10% in the 2nd and 3rd years, and 7.5% in the 4th and 5th years)> **Note:** 

- Assistance is available once in a lifetime for eligible applicants.

Eligibility:
> **Eligible entities:**

- Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS)
- Farmer Groups
- Farmer Producer Companies
- Cooperative Institutions
- Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Sakhi Mandals

> **Eligible Individuals with relevant agricultural education:**

- Diploma in Agriculture
- Graduate in Agriculture
- Postgraduate in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.)

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx 
Contact Us: Click here.

Documents Required:
Aadhaar Card
Land Ownership Proof
Bank Passbook
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Certificate of Educational Qualification (if applicable)
Registration Certificate (for Farmer Groups, SHGs, PACS, etc.)
Any other document as required.
Agricultural Activities for Persons with Disabilities
State: Haryana
Ministry: null
Department: Welfare of Scheduled Caste & Backward Classes Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme provides loans up to ₹10,00,000/- to the persons with disabilities for agricultural production, irrigation, horticulture, sericulture, the purchase of agricultural machinery and equipment for agricultural services, and the marketing of agricultural products etc.

Benefits:
1. Under this scheme, loans up to ₹10,00,000/- are provided to persons with disabilities for agricultural production, irrigation, horticulture, sericulture, purchasing agricultural machinery/equipment for agricultural services, marketing agricultural products, etc.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Haryana.
   1. The applicant should have a disability of at least 40%.
   1. The applicant should be above 18 years old. For persons with mental retardation, the age requirement is relaxed to 14 years instead of the usual 18 years.

Application Process:
[Online]
Registration Process on Antyodaya-SARAL Portal:Step 01: The eligible applicant may apply online through the Official Portal- Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. 
Step 02: If the applicant is not registered on the portal, he/she gets registered there. 
Step 03: For registration, click “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and fill in all the mandatory details i.e. Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password & State. Click on ‘Submit’.
Step 04: Verify your mobile number and email ID through the received OTP and complete the registration process.
Login to apply for the scheme:Step 01: To avail the benefits of the scheme, visit the Official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal and log in through the email ID used while registering.
Step 02: Enter Password & Captcha and click on ‘Login’.
Step 03: After successful login, click on ‘Apply for Services’ and then ‘View all Available Services’
Step 04: Now, you can search for the scheme and click on the scheme to go ahead and fill out the application form.
Step 05: Fill in all the mandatory details and upload all the mandatory documents.
Step 06: Preview the application form and click on ‘Submit’.
Tracking of Application:Applicants can track their applications through the Official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal by entering their Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.

Documents Required:
Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
Proof of age
Haryana Domicile Certificate
Ration Card
Caste/Religion Proof 
Disability Certificate
Passport-size photograph of the applicant
Bank account details
Any other documents as required
Agricultural Investment Grant (in Case of Crop Damage of 33% or More)
State: Uttarakhand
Ministry: null
Department: Department Of Disaster Management
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to farmers who suffer crop losses of 33% or more due to natural calamities such as floods, heavy rainfall, drought, hailstorms, or other notified disasters.

Benefits:
Under this scheme:

  - ₹8,500/- per hectare is provided for Agriculture, Horticulture, and Annual Crops in unirrigated areas. A minimum of ₹1,000/- is payable.
  - ₹17,000/- per hectare is provided for Areas with Assured Irrigation. The minimum amount of assistance payable to any farmer will be ₹2,000/-.
  - For Evergreen Crops - ₹22,500/- per hectare is admissible for all types of evergreen crops. The minimum amount payable is ₹2,500/-.
  - ₹6,000/- per hectare is payable to Sericulture Farmers.
  - ₹7,000/- per hectare is payable for eri, mulberry and tussar crops.
  - A minimum assistance of ₹1,000/- is payable for Munga crops.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a resident farmer of Uttarakhand engaged in agricultural activities within the state.
1. The financial assistance will be applicable only for the area actually sown with crops.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Information about the disaster and the resulting damage is received from various sources. The concerned Patwari verifies the damage and records it in the P-20 form. The Patwari’s report is subsequently verified by the Tehsildar and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate. Approval is then obtained from the District Magistrate. Once the District Magistrate’s approval is received, relief funds are disbursed to the concerned beneficiaries at the Tehsil level.

Documents Required:
Form P-20 Entry Confirmation (recorded by the concerned Patwari)
Other supporting documents as required
Agricultural Skill Development Training Programme For Women Farmers And Farmers
State: Gujarat
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme “Agricultural Skill Development Training Programme for Women Farmers and Farmers” was started by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat.

Benefits:
1. Selected women farmers, male farmers, and youth have been trained-n-guided in agricultural and allied aspects of the scientific method.
1. The latest information on agricultural aspects will be provided to the selected applicant under this scheme.
1. The selected applicants have informed the developing scheme of the state and central levels.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Gujarat State.
1. The farm families of women farmers, male farmers, and youth are eligible to apply.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Step 1: To participate in the training, the applicant needs to visit the nearest Farmer Training Centre of the district or contact Village Level Worker (Gram Sevak) and request/collect an application form for the scheme.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized, and attach all the mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the application form along with the documents to the concerned receiving authority.
Step 4: After successful verification, the applicant may be eligible to take all the benefits under the scheme.

Documents Required:
Government-approved photo ID i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card
Passport Size Photograph
Caste certificate (If Applicable)
Agriculture Academic Studies Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The objective of the Scheme is to sponsor students for undergoing 4 years of Graduate/degree courses in Agriculture/Horticulture against State quota seats in different Agriculture Universities in the country.

Benefits:
> **Pattern of Assistance:**

- Sponsorship of seats, book grants, and scholarships.

> **Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):**

- Monthly stipend @ ₹1,200/-.
- Book grant @₹1,200/- per academic year.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant/student should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
   1. Students interested in pursuing a four-year degree course in Agriculture/Horticulture can apply under the scheme.
   1. The students, general &amp;amp; OBC category, who should have passed 10+2 in the Science stream with 55% aggregate marks having Physics, Chemistry, Biology &amp;amp; English as compulsory subjects are eligible under the scheme.
   1. The students, SC &amp;amp; ST category, who should have passed 10+2 in the Science stream with 45% aggregate marks having Physics, Chemistry, Biology &amp;amp; English as compulsory subjects are eligible under the scheme.
   1. The applicant should also qualify for the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) All India Entrance Examinations for Admission (AIEEA) conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Application Process:
[Online]
Application Process:Students can apply online from the Department website https://www.megagriculture.gov.in Or https://megedistrict.gov.in
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):Selection is based on merit- ICAR AIEEA and other conditions of eligibility criteria and on the State Reservation Policy.
Whom to Contact:Applicants are advised to follow the advertisements which usually appear during May-June in major newspapers of the State/visit the Department website https://www.megagriculture.gov.in  Or https://megedistrict.gov.in.

Documents Required:
Admit Cards — X, XII
Mark Sheets — X, XII
Birth Certificate
Caste Certificate in respect of SC, ST and OBC
All candidates are required to submit the Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) issued by the Competent Authority
Character Certificate from the Institution last attended
Medical Fitness Certificate issued by the concerned| District Medical and Health
Officer (DM&HO) /CHC to be produced in original during counselling
2(two) Nos. Passport size photograph duly attested by a Gazetted Officer to be submitted during counselling
Any other documents as required
Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/ bulldozers/ tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.

Benefits:
> **Pattern of Assistance:**

- Providing a 60% subsidy for the purchase of improved farm machinery and equipment (Proposed for Power Tiller and Diesel Water Pumpset).

> **Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):**

- Subsidy for hiring of farm machinery and equipment.

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/Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
Sub-divisional Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
Agriculture Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Mechanical) of the concerned districts.

Documents Required:
Passport-size photograph
Identity Proof
Bank account details
Documents proof of being a farmer
Any other document as required
Agriculture Information Unit Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The key objective is to disseminate information on Scientific methods of cultivation to extension staff and farming community through media such as pamphlets, leaflets, radio, television etc. and participating/holding awareness programs by means of exhibitions, seminars etc.

Benefits:
> **Pattern of Assistance:**

  - Free distribution of information leaflets, package of practices, booklets etc., including sponsoring Farmers Group, SHG to exposure programmes like trade fairs, expos, exhibitions in and outside the State.

&gt; **Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):**

  - Farmers Exposure Trip, Holding Crop Competition, Printing of booklets, leaflets, farmer calendar, publications, observation of World Food Day, Sponsoring farmers to participate in Trade Fair, Exhibition, Kisan Mela.

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:To avail the benefits of the scheme, the bonafide farmers can approach the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):Does not arise. All farmers can avail of publication materials on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:Agriculture Information Officer, Directorate of Agriculture.
District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
Sub-divisional Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
Agriculture Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.

Documents Required:
Passport-size photograph
Identity Proof
Documents proof of being a farmer
Any other document as required
Agriculture Research Stations and Laboratories Scheme
State: Meghalaya
Ministry: null
Department: Agriculture Department
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The objective of the scheme is to conduct adaptive research trials on different crops in the Research Farms and in Farmers' Field for adaptability and use of bio pesticides/bio agents.

Benefits:
> **Pattern of Assistance:**

- Adaptive research at farmers&#39; field.

> **Type of Assistance And Entitlement (If Any):**

- Training on Soil management, Providing Soil Health Cards, Conducting soil surveys, etc.

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a permanent 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 documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve 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 being a farmer
Any other document as required
AICTE - Distinguished Chair Professor Fellowship
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry of Education
Department: Department Of Higher Education
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The fellowship intends to utilize the expertise of highly qualified and experienced superannuated professionals who have made an unparalleled, exceptional professional contribution to society in their respective fields/disciplines.

Benefits:
**The Fellowship consists of -**
(i) An honorarium of Rs. 10,000/- (Rupees Ten thousand per day) for full-day interaction with the Faculty/ Students of the host institute and nearby located institutions up to a maximum of five days in a single trip.
(ii) Actual expenses on travel by train / air/ car etc.
(iii) In Online Mode: An institution is allowed to host only 5 online sessions/talks with only 1 (one) DCP assigned to your institution by AICTE. A session will be a minimum of 2 hours followed by 1 hour of interaction.
**Tenure**
(i) Fellowship is tenable for three years or up to 75 years of age, whichever is earlier.
(ii) Extension up to 80 years of age may be granted subject to fitness and AICTE approval.
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Eligibility:
1. The awardee must be a highly qualified superannuated Professional in his/her field.
1. The awardee should be an acknowledged leader (expert) in that particular field of specialization having actively engaged in research and development.
1. The awardee should have contributed to the development of society through his / her excellent fieldwork.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
The proposals for the Distinguished Chair Professor fellowship will be by nomination only. The nominations with all necessary details can be sent throughout the year to the following address:
The Director (Faculty Development Cell)
AICTE, Nelson Mandela Marg,
Vasant Kunj, New Delhi-110070
Director.fdc@aicte-india.org

Documents Required:
Letter of Acceptance.
Bank account details with IFSC code.
Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Biodata.
Proof of retirement/superannuation (if required).
Nomination letter/recommendation.
Proposed lecture/activity schedule.
AICTE - YOUTH UNDERTAKING VISIT FOR ACQUIRING KNOWLEDGE (YUVAK): STUDY TOUR OF ATAL TUNNEL, HIMACHAL PRADESH
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry of Education
Department: Department Of Higher Education
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: University / Institution

The scheme is intended for providing Financial Grant for conducting a Study Tour of ATAL TUNNEL
by Students / faculty of AICTE approved Institutions in the field of technical education.

Benefits:
**Grant will be for Team of 10 Students + 1 Faculty member of the Institute as per details below:**
S.No.Expenditure HeadsFor Institutes under NRO &amp;amp;amp;amp; NWROFor Institutes under Other Regions1.Train Fare from Institute to Chandigarh &amp;amp;amp;amp; back₹ 30,000/-₹ 60,000/-2.Transport charges from Chandigarh to Manali (including visits to ATAL Tunnel) &amp;amp;amp;amp; back₹ 30,000/-₹ 30,000/-3.Boarding &amp;amp;amp;amp; Lodging and incidental expenses at Manali for 03 days ₹ 1,10,000/-₹ 1,10,000/-Total Grant Amount :₹ 1,70,000/-₹ 2,00,000/-<br>

Eligibility:
1. AICTE approved Institutions in the field of Technical Education having latest NIRF ranking between 001 to 500 are eligible for the grant.
1. Team of 10 Students + 1 Faculty member of each eligible Institute.

Application Process:
[Offline]
AICTE approved Institutions having NIRF ranking between 01 to 500 & fulfilling the eligibility Criteria, can submit their applications online as per the notification available time to time on the AICTE portal.

Documents Required:
Institute details
Details of faculty member going as team leader
Team member details
AICTE – Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) Scheme
State: Central
Ministry: Ministry of Education
Department: Department Of Higher Education
Category: Education & Learning
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme aims to promote collaborative research between India and Canada. Through this scheme, fully funded international research internships are provided to eligible Indian undergraduate students.

Benefits:
1. The AICTE-MITACS GRI Program will be jointly funded for 300 students by AICTE &amp; MITACS as per the details below: 

  - The total cost of the program is $12,000 CAD per student. 
  - MITACS will contribute $9,000 CAD per student. 
  - AICTE will contribute $3,000 CAD per student. 

1. The full cost per student includes airfare, visa, medical, stipend, accommodation, Globalink Student Mentors, programming, and research costs. It will also include access to Globalink-branded activities in Canada, which may include professional skills workshops, receptions, and industrial engagement activities. 

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be a 3rd-year full-time student of an undergraduate program (B.E / B.Tech) in an AICTE-approved institution in the year of application.
1. The applicant must have a minimum CGPA / GPA of 85% in the 2nd year.
1. The applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
1. The applicant must be able to spend twelve (12) weeks between May and September at a university in Canada on a research project related to their area of interest and expertise.
1. The applicant must be able to demonstrate oral and written fluency in English or French, depending on the primary language of the project as indicated by the Canadian host professor.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
PROCEDURE TO APPLYThe student fulfilling the eligibility criteria shall apply directly to MITACS Canada via its portal and follow the procedure, guidelines, and terms and conditions mentioned therein;
All materials submitted to MITACS must be in either English or French. If materials submitted are not in one of Canada’s official languages, notarized transcripts must be submitted.
Before leaving the country for pursuing Globalink Research Internships (GRI) in Canada, student should have a valid passport and has obtained all necessary documents and permissions including a visa, air tickets for air travel, etc.

Documents Required:
Candidates must provide the following with their application to the AICTE-GRI Program, in accordance with the instructions on the MITACS online application portal:
Official yearly transcripts for all years in university;
Curriculum Vitae (CV);
One (1) reference letter from a post-secondary academic supervisor or researcher and Project rationale;
Any other document(s) mentioned in MITACS GRI Portal;
Upon completion of the Internships, the candidate must submit the feedback form.