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The "Short Term Professional Training Courses" is provided to train the youth of the Scheduled Tribe Community in order to start their own business, and to acquire skills by joining the various training courses for the purpose of self-employment or for their livelihood.

Benefit: List of Courses Motor Driving Training Course. Tailoring Course. Cookery and Bakery Courses. Beautician Course. Mobile Repairing Courses. Computer Courses. Quantum of Financial Assistance Financial assistance will be given to complete any one course with a maximum limit of ₹ 5,000/-. 50% of the actual fees with a limit of ₹ 2,500/- shall be released as an advance to take admission in the particular course. 50% balance amount will be released after the completion of the course on the production of the completion certificate.

Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste / Scheduled scheme aims to facilitate capital subsidy to SC/ST MSEs for purchasing of plant & machinery/equipment through institutional finance (bank loan).

Benefit: 25% subsidy to SC/ST MSEs on institutional finance for procurement of Plant & Machinery/equipment (i.e. a subsidy cap of ₹ 25,00,000/-) without any sector-specific restrictions is provided.

The "Special Health Scheme for Primitive Tribes" scheme by the Welfare Department, Government of Jharkhand, aims to improve healthcare services for primitive tribal communities. Financial assistance of ₹38,41,632 is provided for targeted healthcare benefits.

Benefit: Focused healthcare services for primitive tribal communities. Distribution of funds to districts such as Dumka, Sahebganj, Pakur, and Godda. Utilization for better medical facilities, treatments, and preventive care programs. Priority to regions with high tribal populations and pressing health needs.

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 aims to provide financial grants to meritorious ST (P)/OBC/MOBC students in Assam who secure high marks in Matriculation, 10+2, Graduation, or Post Graduation. Benefits include fixed monetary assistance ranging from ₹10,000/- to ₹25,000/- based on educational level.

Benefit: Financial Assistance ₹10,000/- for students passing Matriculation (Class X) with 80% or above. ₹15,000/- for students passing 10+2 with 75% or above. ₹20,000/- for Graduation students with 70% or above. ₹25,000/- for Post Graduation students with 65% or above. Disbursement Conditions Benefits are granted on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to fund availability. The Selection Committee may lower cut-off marks if insufficient applications are received. Financial assistance is transferred to the bank accounts of selected beneficiaries.

The scheme aims to provide employment opportunities to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) to enhance their financial independence and social inclusion. Through this scheme, PwDs are employed as Clerical Assistants for 89 Days under the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands.

Benefit: Persons with Disabilities are employed in the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands. A monthly salary of ₹11,000/-. Note: Employment is provided on 89 days rotation basis.

Under this scheme, three PwD candidates are employed as Helpers with a monthly salary of ₹9,900/- on an 89-day rotational basis in the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands to address issues related to disabled persons and other associated matters.

Benefit: Persons with Disabilities are employed as Helper in the District Panchayat offices of their respective islands. A monthly salary of ₹9,900/-. Note: Employment is provided on 89 days rotation basis.

The "Sports Scholarship" scheme implemented by the Department of Welfare, Government of Jharkhand aims to boost sports participation among Scheduled Tribe students. It provides scholarships, incentives, and essential sports materials for eligible participants.

Benefit: Scholarship for Student-Athletes: - ₹2,500/- per year for middle and high school students. - ₹3,000/- per year for college-level athletes. Incentives for Excellence: - ₹10,000/- for athletes achieving recognition at the national or international level. - Daily allowance of ₹200/- and second-class rail fare for national/state-level participants. Sports Material: - Hockey sticks, badminton rackets, tennis rackets, bows, arrows, tracksuits, shoes, socks, and carrying bags. Awards for District and State Competitions: - Certificates and prizes for top performers in various categories. NOTE: Support for Below Poverty Line (BPL) Athletes priority access to sports materials and financial assistance.

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to scheduled tribes and tribal communities for pilgrimage to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya in memory of Maa Shabari. The scheme offers ₹5,000/- financial assistance per pilgrim to enable darshan of Lord Sri Ram for eligible tribal beneficiaries.

Benefit: Financial Assistance ₹5,000/- per pilgrim as financial assistance towards travel expenses for pilgrimage to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya. Travel Arrangements Travel arrangements through the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited. Railway journey assistance and booking support. Coverage Details First 1,500 scheduled tribe and tribal pilgrims will be eligible for the scheme benefits. Benefits are available once per person per year for the pilgrimage to Sri Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya. Conditions Pilgrims must complete the journey and submit proof of pilgrimage completion. Travel must be undertaken within the approved timeframe after receiving permission. Registration and prior approval from the Gujarat Pavitra Yatradham Vikas Board is mandatory. Submission of travel documents and pilgrimage proof within one month of journey completion is required.

The scheme was launched by the Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to give benefits for improving the educational status of scheduled tribe students. Under this scheme, scholarships are provided to Scheduled Tribe students in Classes 1 to 8.

Benefit: Under this scheme, scholarships will be provided to the students belonging to Scheduled Tribes at the following rates: For Classes 1 to 5: - ₹250/- per year (for 10 months) to all girls and boys belonging to special backward tribes (Baiga, Saharia, and Bharia). For Classes 6 to 8: - ₹200/- per year (for 10 months) for boys. - ₹600/- per year (for 10 months) for girls. Note: The scholarship will be deposited directly into the student's bank account.

The scheme was launched by the Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to encourage education among Scheduled Tribe students and improve their educational status. This scheme provides scholarships to Scheduled Tribe students in Classes 9 and 10.

Benefit: Under this scheme, scholarships will be provided to Scheduled Tribe students at the following rates: - For Classes 9 to 10: ₹600/- per year for boys and ₹1,300/- per year for girls. Note: The scholarship amount will be transferred directly into the student's bank account.

This scholarship is specially designed for students who are pursuing research work. Under the scheme, beneficiaries will get cash awards to conduct their research work.

Benefit: Under the Nagaland State Research Scholarship beneficiaries will get financial aid to complete their studies. This scholarship is specially designed for students who are pursuing research work. Under the scheme, beneficiaries will get cash awards to conduct their research work.

The scheme “State Talent Search Examination in Mathematics and Science for Tribal Students of Meghalaya at the Close of Upper Primary Stage (Class VIII)” was launched by the Education Department, Government of Meghalaya.

Benefit: The incentives award in the form of financial assistance of ₹600/- per month per awardee for twelve months for two years from Class IX-X will be provided. Note: The amount of the scholarship will be directly transferred to the awardee’s bank account through NEFT/RTGS.

The financial assistance is provided to students of Scheduled Tribe Communities who are pursuing Diploma/ Degree/Post Graduated/course in Engineering Institutes recognized by All India Council for Technical Education and, also provided to students who are pursuing UG or PG in Forestry courses.

Benefit: Under the scheme, financial assistance/scholarships will be given to students according to the course/programme in which they are enrolled. 1. Scholarship shall be provided for a maximum period of 3 years for Diploma, 4 years for Degree (B.E/B.Tech.), and 2 years for (M.E/M.Tech).

The scheme “Stipend Scheme for Scheduled Tribes - Poultry Training Stipend” was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat to raise the income of poultry farmers of Schedule Tribes through scientific poultry farming training.

Benefit: The beneficiary will be given maximum ₹2000 (direct in bank account) stipend for six days training. (Considering ₹300/- per day, ₹1800/- for 6 days as daily allowance and ₹200/- as to & fro transport fare with the maximum total stipend ₹2000/-) Beneficiary will be given poultry training certificate after completion of training.

Under this scheme, the Social Welfare Department, Govt of Karnataka will give a stipend to the Law Graduates belonging to SC/ST Community residing in Karnataka. This will help them to practice law in various courts and training courses will also be organized under the guidance of senior advocates.

Benefit: Under this scheme, Monthly stipend of Rs 5000 will be given for a period of 4 years. Some training courses will also be organized under the Senior Advocates.

The objective of the scheme is to provide assistance to economically weaker ST students to meet their emergency needs in special circumstances. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to ST students studying in Class 1 to 10 in cases of urgency or emergency.

Benefit: Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided for the following: • For participation in special events such as art, cultural, intellectual, and scientific activities: ₹3,000/- • For tricycles for disabled students: ₹3,000/- • In case of untimely calamity or any emergency situation: ₹25,000/- • For special diseases such as cancer, TB, and heart disease, etc.: ₹10,000/- • In case of death: ₹25,000/-

Launched in 2003, the scheme "Study Abroad Scholarships" by the Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh covers tuition fees of 40,000 US Dollars per year, along with a living allowance of 9,000 US Dollars and a contingency allowance of 1,000 US Dollars.

Benefit: The scheme covers tuition fees of 40,000 US Dollars per year, along with a living allowance of 9,000 US Dollars and a contingency allowance of 1,000 US Dollars. Additional expenses such as visa fees, insurance, poll tax, airfare, and rail/bus fare are also provided. NOTE: The fees are paid into the University account and subsistence/contingency allowance and other allowances are paid directly into the applicant's bank account.

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.

The scheme “Subsidy Scheme on Establishment of - 25 Kadaknath/R.I.R. Birds Unit to Scheduled Tribes” was launched by the Dept. of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Govt. of Gujarat to provide employment, nutritious diet and to raise the income of Scheduled Tribe People of Gujarat State.

Benefit: The beneficiary will be given 25 R.I.R birds unit along with poultry feed. The Subsidy will be given 75% of the unit cost of the scheme (maximum ₹4500/- in the form of birds and poultry feed). Under the scheme, the birds will be given vaccination regularly.