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The scheme "Aahar Anudan Yojana" provides monthly assistance of ₹1,000 to students, girls, and women from backward tribes like Baiga, Bharia, and Saharia. The scheme aims to combat malnutrition among special tribal families by ensuring access to nutritious food through financial assistance.

Benefit: Financial Assistance of ₹1,000/- per month.

Under this scheme, tribal girl students in Class 11th who travel more than 2 km to reach school and did not receive a bicycle in Class 9th are given a cash amount equivalent to the cost of a bicycle.

Benefit: Under this scheme, a cash amount equal to the cost of the cycle credited directly to the bank account of the applicant.

The scheme aims to socially and economically empower Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe women by supporting them in income-generating activities through electric autos. It provides a subsidy up to 75% of the cost (maximum ₹3,00,000/-) for electric autos to Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe women.

Benefit: A subsidy of 75% of the total cost of the electric auto (e-Auto) or ₹3,00,000/- whichever is less will be paid. This subsidy is paid after utilizing Central Government incentives under the Pradhan Mantri E-DRIVE Scheme (FAME-3), which provides a maximum subsidy of ₹50,000/-. The total cost of the electric auto will be calculated excluding extra accessories. Disbursement In case the beneficiary has already purchased the vehicle: The applicant must submit the original invoice along with the application to the Department, and the subsidy amount will then be credited to the beneficiary’s account.- In case the beneficiary has not purchased the vehicle: The applicant must pay 25% of the total cost of the vehicle as an initial payment to the dealer. The applicant has to submit the invoice for payment along with the application, and the subsidy amount will then be credited to the dealer's account. Post-Selection Obligations The beneficiary should not cause or permit a male driver to drive the vehicle. The beneficiary must retain all relevant documents for 5 years from the date of subsidy disbursement. The applicant has no power to sale/lease or any other transfer of ownership of the vehicle for a period of 5 years. If the information furnished by the beneficiary is false or if the electric auto is found to have been sold within the 5-year period, the total subsidy is liable to be returned to the Government or recovered with interest from the beneficiary.

Rajasthan Government started a scholarship for Sahariya tribal girls' higher education (Class 11 and 12).

Benefit: The student will be paid ₹3,500/- for a total of 10 months at the rate of Rs. 350/- per month.

Rajasthan Government started a scholarship for tribal girls higher education (Class 11 & 12) In the year 2011.

Benefit: Rs. 3,500/- One time and fully in July

Rajasthan Government started a scholarship for tribal girls higher education (College Level) In the year 1994-95.

Benefit: Annual financial assistance of Rs. 5,000/- is provided for 10 months at the rate of Rs.500/- per month.

ED/SC-ST- WISTEM)” is aimed for exploring the potential of entrepreneurship along with improvement in the livelihood options for unemployed SC & ST women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) areas using tools of Science, Technology & Innovation.

Benefit: Financial support will be for an amount of ₹20 Lakhs including institutional overheads for a period of one year. 1. The grant will cover Fellowship @ ₹35,000/- per month + 10% HRA (for M.Sc & M.Tech); ₹45,000/- per month + HRA (for Ph.D.); Capital Cost ≤ 25% of project cost (which includes minor equipment, infrastructure, rent ); Operational Cost ≤ 30% of project cost (consumables & outsource Services cost); contingency ≤ apart from institutional overhead (≤10%- subject to a maximum of ₹1.00 Lakh only). 1. In the first phase, Full Capital Cost, six months of the fellowship, 50% Operational Cost and 50% of Institutional overhead will be released to the host institution at the time of implementation of programme as soon as the start of programme is intimated to KSCSTE by the host institution. 1. In the second phase, 30% of the grant will be released (without institutional overhead), after 6 months of evaluation of the programme. 1. In the third phase, the remaining 20% of the grant and 50% of institutional overhead will be released after the successful completion of programme and submission of relevant documents to KSCSTE including onsite evaluation. 1. The institutional overhead (10% of project cost) is subject to a maximum of ₹1.00 Lakh only. 1. Maximum number of grants awarded per year would be 3 - 5 across all subject areas. Note: After a period of one year, the extension of programme period is not encouraged. Only in rare and exceptional cases, depending on the necessity and progress of programme, no-cost extension will be considered. Such a period of extension will be limited to a maximum of six months.

The scheme aims to increase the income and raise the living standards of tribal women beneficiaries. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided for setting up goat units.

Benefit: Financial assistance is provided for setting up goat units, specifically 10 goats and 1 male goat. The assistance amount is 50% of the total unit cost or a maximum of ₹45,000/-, whichever is less.

Under this scheme, tribal women beneficiaries are provided with milch cattle, dairy equipment, and financial assistance of up to ₹90,000 per unit.

Benefit: Financial Assistance Structure: Total unit cost: ₹90,000 GTDC Loan (Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation): ₹29,000 Government of India Subsidy: ₹29,000 State Government Assistance: ₹29,000 Beneficiary Contribution: ₹3,000 Milch cattle and dairy equipment provided to tribal women beneficiaries.

The scheme is designed to support economically disadvantaged families belonging to the SC/ST and minority communities by providing one-time financial assistance for the marriage of their daughters.

Benefit: One-time financial assistance of ₹1,00,116/- for unmarried SC/ST and minority girls at the time of marriage. 1. One-time financial assistance of ₹1,25,145/- for disabled girls, irrespective of caste, under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. 1. The amount is directly credited to the bride’s bank account. 1. Only one-time assistance is allowed in a lifetime.

The scheme was launched by the Tribal Welfare Department, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh. The objective of the scheme is to motivate girls towards education. Under this scheme, girls in Class 11th who have passed their 10th class examination will receive ₹3,000/- per year as a monetary incentive.

Benefit: Under this scheme, all girls belonging to Scheduled Tribes who have passed Class 10th and are entering Class 11th will receive an incentive amount of ₹3,000/- per year. Note: The incentive amount will be paid into the bank accounts of the girl students.

The scheme "Kishori Balika Yojana" by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Madhya Pradesh aims to provide vocational, health, and hygiene training to adolescent girls. Through this scheme, training and material assistance are provided to the girls.

Benefit: Each Anganwadi center selects 2 adolescent girls, 1 Anganwadi worker, and 1 Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) for a two-day master trainer training at monthly intervals. Master trainers provide vocational, health, and hygiene training at the Gram Panchayat level. A two-day master trainer training program is provided at monthly intervals.

The scheme aims to provide financial support to ST families during the marriage of girls, providing ₹12,000 per couple as financial assistance to eligible tribal women across the state.

Benefit: Financial assistance of ₹12,000/- per couple is provided during the marriage.

The "Mata Shabri Mahila Sashktikaran Yojana" scheme aims to provide subsidies to purchase LPG gas connections and stoves, thereby reducing their dependence on firewood for cooking & improving the quality of life of women from scheduled caste families living below the poverty line (BPL).

Benefit: Subsidy: The maximum subsidy amount is ₹1,300/-. Note: The subsidy covers 50% of the total cost of purchasing an LPG connection and stove.

Mukhyamantri Kanyadaan Yojana launched by Social Justice and empowerment in 2015 by Rajasthan for Family provides financial support to eligible families to help them cover the expenses associated with their daughters' weddings.

Benefit: The implementation of this scheme will be reviewed at the district level and a committee meeting will be held every 3 months. The state government will provide financial assistance of ₹ 31,000 to ₹ 41,000 to the eligible beneficiaries at the time of the girl's marriage. Under this scheme, a provision of savings of about ₹24 crore has been approved. If the girls of the state pass 10th then the government will provide an amount of ₹41 thousand at the time of their marriage. If the girls of the state pass 12th then the government will provide an amount of ₹51 thousand at the time of their marriage.

The scheme empowers tribal women by providing them with livelihood opportunities through women-run centers. These centers promote the sale of tribal dishes and home-made products, thereby improving income and living standards. Tribal women-run groups receive a subsidy covering 50% of project cost.

Benefit: Monetary Benefit 50% of the project cost or ₹5,00,000, whichever is less, provided as subsidy. The remaining 50% of the project cost is provided as a loan. Subsidy Disbursement Given in two installments – 60% in the first installment and 40% in the second installment. Interest Rate Loan at 4% per annum. Repayment Loan (excluding subsidy) must be repaid in 20 equal installments over 5 years, including interest. Option to repay earlier is allowed. Beneficiary Contribution No upfront contribution required from the beneficiary.

The National Scheme of Incentive to Girls for Secondary Education promotes the girl child's enrolment of 14-18 years age group at secondary stage, who passes class 8th and subsequently drops out for various socio-economic reasons.

Benefit: A sum of ₹3000/- would be deposited under term deposit/ fixed deposit in a public sector bank or in a post office in the name of every eligible girl child. The term/ period of the deposit may be counted from the date of deposit to the date on which the girl child attains the age of 18 years. No premature withdrawal will be allowed.

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MOPNG), introduced the ‘"Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojana 2.0" in India. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjawala Yojana (PMUY) is a scheme launched by the Government of India in 2016 to provide free LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) connections to women from below-poverty-line.

Benefit: Cash assistance for PMUY connections is provided by the Government of India - ₹1600 (for a connection 14.2kg cylinder/ ₹1150 for a 5 kg cylinder). The cash assistance covers: Security Deposit of Cylinder – ₹1250 for 14.2 kg cylinder/ ₹ 800 for 5 kg cylinder. Pressure Regulator – ₹150. LPG Hose – ₹100. Domestic Gas Consumer Card – ₹25. Inspection/ Installation/ Demonstration charges – ₹75. Additionally, All PMUY beneficiaries will be provided with first LPG refill and Stove (hotplate) both free of cost along with their deposit-free connection by the Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).

The scheme aims to empower tribal women artisans through specialized training and marketing opportunities and ensures the provision of financial assistance for travel, logistics, and stall rent for participating artisans.

Benefit: Training Incentives: - Training is provided in various crafts based on market demand, along with popular crafts traditionally practiced by Tharu, Boxa, and other tribal women. - The duration of the training program is two months, with a maximum of 25 training days per month. Each participant undergoes 5 hours of training per day, making a total of 250 training hours for the entire program. Marketing Promotions: - Artisans are given priority participation in traditional fairs, exhibitions, and district-level handloom exhibitions organized at the district level. - For marketing promotion, the Government of India and the State Government provide space for the display and sale of products created by artisans during various programs, exhibitions, and India International Trade Fairs organized from time to time within the state and across the country. - The minimum travel fare for women participating in these exhibitions/fairs, maximum freight of ₹1,000/- per artisan for transporting their products, and stall rent are all borne by the State Government.

The scheme “Subsidy Scheme for Establishment of Goat Unit (10+1) for Scheduled Tribe Women” was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat to uplift Economically poor livestock breeders of Gujarat State.

Benefit: 50% Subsidy on Unit Cost or Maximum ₹45,000/-. 1. Benefit of the scheme will be available once in a lifetime.