Browse by region

This scheme offers financial assistance to farmers for the plantation of hybrid seeds and promotion of natural farming in vegetable crops across Gujarat.

Benefit: Financial support of 40% of the cost incurred for the hybrid seed plantation, ₹50,000/- per hectare unit cost. Maximum assistance of ₹20,000/- per hectare under both components: - Hybrid Seed Plantation. - Promotion of Natural Farming in Vegetable Crops.

Under the Plastic Mulching scheme, the Rajasthan government provided subsidies to farmers. In this, the soil surface of the field is covered with plastic film. Farmer can also use crop residues for laying mulch.

Benefit: Small/marginal farmers can get a 25% subsidy on up to 2 hectares of land. Other farmers can get a 50% subsidy on up to 2 hectares of land.

Plastic tunnels (low tunnels) provide benefits to farmers. These are protected structures created by covering each crop bed with a low-lying plastic sheet after the crops have been planted in the main field.

Benefit: 50 percent subsidy is available for a maximum of 1000 square meters. Small/marginal category farmers are given a 75 percent subsidy for a maximum of 4000 square meters.

"PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana" is a government scheme that aims to provide free electricity to households in India.

Benefit: Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity for households Average Monthly Electricity Consumption (units)Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant CapacitySubsidy Support0-150 1-2 kW₹ 30,000/- to ₹ 60,000/-150-3002-3 kW₹ 60,000/- to ₹ 78,000/-> 300Above 3 kW₹ 78,000/- The benefits of the scheme include: Free electricity for households. Reduced electricity costs for the government. Increased use of renewable energy. Reduced carbon emissions.

The scheme aims to improve the socio-economic status of PVTGs by saturating families and habitations with basic facilities and services. It provides 11 critical infrastructure and welfare interventions, including housing, water, electricity, and connectivity.

Benefit: Housing Provision of pucca houses to all eligible Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group households having kaccha houses (Target: 4,90,000 households). The basic unit cost of the house is enhanced to ₹2,00,000/-, with additional facilities raising it to ₹2,39,000/-. Road Connectivity Construction of connecting roads (Target: 8,000 KM) linking approximately 6,500 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group villages. The construction cost per Kilometer would be ₹1,00,00,000/-. Drinking Water Provision of piped water supply/Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) to all Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group households. Community water supply will be provided to villages/habitations with a population of less than 20 households. Health Deployment of Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) (Target: 1,000 MMUs) in Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group habitations/villages. The cost is ₹33,88,000/- per MMU per annum, with Operational Expenditure (Op Ex) as per norms. Education Hostels Construction of residential hostels (Target: 500 hostels) in existing schools in Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group areas. The cost is ₹2,75,00,000/- per hostel construction, subject to the actual estimate as per existing cost sharing ratio. Anganwadi Centers (AWCs) Construction of Anganwadi Centers (Target: 2,500 AWCs) in Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group habitations/villages. The unit cost is ₹12,00,000/- per Anganwadi Center. Livelihood (VDVKs) Setting up of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) (Target: 500 VDVKs). An amount of ₹15,00,000/- meant for 300 members will be released on a pro rata basis. Multipurpose Centers (MPCs) Construction of Multipurpose Centers (Target: 1,000 MPCs). The unit cost is ₹60,00,000/- per unit. Solar Power/Electricity Provision of solar power solutions to 1,00,000 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group households. Funding is ₹50,000/- per household or actual cost for 300 Watt supply. Telecom Connectivity Installation of mobile towers (Target: 3,000 mobile towers) in all uncovered villages/habitations.

PM POSHAN is a centrally sponsored scheme by the Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education. Under this scheme, one hot cooked meal will be provided to the children studying in Government and Government – aided schools. The Scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Education.

Benefit: Nutrition norm per child per day: Primary: Calorie – 450; Protein - 12 gms Upper Primary: Calorie – 700; Protein - 20 gms Food norms per child per day: Primary: Food grains - 100 gms; Pulses - 20 gms; Vegetables - 50 gms; Oil & fat - 5 gms, Salt & condiments - As per need. Upper Primary: Food grains - 150 gms; Pulses - 30 gms; Vegetables - 75 gms; Oil & fat – 7.5 gms, Salt & condiments - As per need. Under the Scheme, there is the provision of hot cooked meals to children of pre-schools or Bal Vatika (before class I) in primary schools also in addition to the 11.80 crore children of classes I to VIII studying in 11.20 lakh schools.

The schemes aims to develop 5 NSTIs as premier National Centres of Excellence for Skilling. Through this scheme, infrastructure upgradation, new trades, and trainer development are provided to the 5 NSTIs and their stakeholders.

Benefit: Infrastructure Upgradation of 5 NSTIs at Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kanpur, and Ludhiana — Estimated Total Cost ₹1,00,00,00,00,000 (₹1,000 crore), i.e., ₹2,00,00,00,000 (₹200 crore per NSTI), including civil infrastructure, equipment, and support facilities. Operational and Workforce Cost — ₹1,00,00,00,000 (₹100 crore) total (₹20,00,00,000 / ₹20 crore per NSTI). Dedicated Training of Trainers (ToT) Provision — ₹4,00,00,00,000 (₹400 crore) for pre-service and in-service training of ITI trainers across all 5 NSTIs, including foreign training, shared equally between the Central Government and Industry Partners in a 50:50 ratio. Introduction of up to 20 long-term trades (including a Centre of Excellence), 10 short-term trades, and upgradation of 20 existing courses. Modern Labs, Residential Facilities, and Renovated or Newly Constructed Hostels at each NSTI. Diploma and Advanced Diploma-level certifications with multiple entry and exit options for Class 10 pass-outs and above, including working professionals, graduates, and postgraduates. Establishment of Specialised Academic Centres at each NSTI: - Centre for Industrial Collaboration (CIC) - National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) for Skilling - Centre for TVET Practitioners Development - Centre for Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CRIE) Pre-service and In-service Training of 50,000 instructors in technical and pedagogical skills. CSR Exemption for funds contributed by the industry under the scheme. Autonomy to Determine and Charge Student Fees for newly developed courses (excluding government-funded schemes such as CTS, CITS). Revenue-Generating Services, including production centres, incubation centres, and maker spaces on a chargeable basis, with revenue reinvested into skill development. Mode of Disbursement: All fund releases are made to the NSTI-IMC's escrow bank account opened in Scheduled Commercial Banks. Industry contributions are deposited directly into Escrow Accounts. Central Government funds are released to the Escrow Accounts as per extant rules. Escrow accounts opened by IMC are mapped with the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) portal. Frequency of Disbursement: Year 1: Initial advance of up to 10% of the total approved project outlay (including industry share) released upon Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) approval by NSC. Additional 10% released upon the onboarding of Global Partner. No second instalment in Year 1.- Years 2 to 5: Remaining 80% disbursed in annual tranches, released in two equal instalments (50% each) every year, contingent on specific milestones: - First Instalment: ≥75% utilisation of previous year's funds, AOP approved, ≥80% of previous year's KPI targets achieved. - Second Instalment: ≥50% of current year's KPI targets achieved, industry's 20% share deposited in escrow, reporting compliance. Validity: Five-year period from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30.

PM SVANidhi is a micro-credit scheme launched on 1st June 2020 by the MoHUA to provide handholding support to street vendors. The scheme facilitates a working capital collateral-free loan of ₹10,000, with subsequent loans of ₹20,000 and ₹50,000 with a 7% interest subsidy.

Benefit: Working Capital Loan: - 1st Tranche: Loan up to ₹15,000/-; repayment within 12 months. - 2nd Tranche: Loan up to ₹25,000/-; repayment within 18 months. - 3rd Tranche: Loan up to ₹50,000/-; repayment within 36 months. - Next tranche available on timely or early repayment. - No prepayment penalty on early repayment. Interest Subsidy: - Subsidy at 7% per annum on loan amount. - Credited quarterly to beneficiary’s bank account. - Applicable only for standard (non-NPA) accounts. - Valid up to 31st March 2033. Digital Transaction Cashback: - Cashback up to ₹100/- per month for digital transactions. Credit Guarantee Support: - 31.87% guarantee cover for 1st tranche loan. - 8.25% guarantee cover for 2nd tranche loan. - 6% guarantee cover for 3rd tranche loan. - No charges for lending institutions. UPI Linked RuPay Credit Card: - Initial credit limit of ₹10,000/-; extendable up to ₹30,000/-. - Validity of 5 years. - Available after successful repayment of 2nd tranche loan.

The scheme "PM Vishwakarma " by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, is a new scheme that envisages providing end-to-end holistic support to traditional artisans and craftspeople in scaling up their conventional products and services.

Benefit: 1. Recognition: Recognition as Vishwakarma through Certificate and ID Card 1. Skilling: 1. Skill Verification followed by 5-7 days (40 hours) of Basic Training 1. Interested candidates can also enrol for 15 days (120 hours) of Advanced Training 1. Training Stipend: ₹500/- per day. 1. Toolkit Incentive: ₹15,000/- grant. 1. Credit Support: 1. Collateral-free Enterprise Development Loans: ₹1,00,000/- (First Tranche for 18 months repayment) & ₹2,00,000/- (Second Tranche for 30 months repayment) 1. Concessional Rate of Interest: 5% to be charged from the beneficiary with an Interest Subvention cap of 8% to be paid by MoMSME 1. Credit Guarantee fees to be borne by GoI 1. Incentive for Digital Transaction: ₹1/- per transaction for a maximum of up to 100 transactions (monthly) 1. Marketing Support: The National Committee for Marketing (NCM) will provide services such as Quality Certification, Branding and Promotion, e-commerce Linkage, Trade Fair Advertising, Publicity, and Other Marketing Activities. NOTE: Notification to beneficiaries on disbursement of incentives will be done through SMS.

The scheme aims to train and create a professional cadre of geriatric caregivers to meet the increasing demand for specialized care for senior citizens. It offers skill development and certification in geriatric care job roles to Indian citizens, ensuring professional services for the elderly.

Benefit: Skill Training The scheme provides training to candidates in four specific job roles: Geriatric Caregiver (Institutional & Home Care) (480 hours), Elderly Caretaker (Non-Clinical) (360 hours), Elderly Care Companion (450 hours), and Wellness Therapist for Elderly (570 hours). On-Job Training (OJT) For job roles as mandated by the National Council for Vocational Education and Training, On-Job Training is provided, with its duration guided by the approved qualification pack. Assessment and Certification The skill assessment is conducted by empaneled Assessment Agencies, and a certificate is made available to candidates in physical and digital form, along with corresponding 'credits' as per the National Credit Framework of MSDE. The assessment fee is provided under the scheme. Re-assessment Opportunity Every candidate is offered one chance of re-assessment free of cost, to be borne from the scheme. Placement Support Apprenticeship is promoted, and training linked to captive placements (training and placement within the same industry) will be encouraged. Trainees are also encouraged to participate in Rozgar Melas for placement, with Training Institutes having tie-ups for proper placement.

The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the OBC, EBC and DNT students studying at post-matriculation or post-secondary stage to enable them to complete their education.

Benefit: The scholarship includes the following components for the complete duration of the course: Sl. No.Category of CoursesYearly Academic Allowance (in ₹)Yearly Tuition Fee (in ₹)Total (in ₹)1Group 1: Degree and Post Graduate level professional courses10,000/-10,000/-20,000/-2Group 2: Other Professional Courses leading to Degree, Diploma, Certificate8,000/-5,000/-13,000/-3Group 3: Graduate and Post Graduate courses not covered under Group I & Group II6,000/-2,000/-8,000/-4Group 4: All post-matriculation (Post Class X level) non-degree courses5,000/-05,000/-Note 01: Students pursuing CA./I.C.W.A./C.S./I.C.F.A. shall be treated as day scholars for the purpose of academic allowance. Students studying through correspondence/online courses shall not be eligible for academic allowance. Note 02: Tuition fees shall be paid to online/correspondence students. Note 03: The State Governments may, if they so decide, top up the academic allowance from their own resources. Note 04: The entire scholarship amount, both from the State and Central Government, including the tuition fees, academic allowance and any other admissible allowance will be paid directly into the account of the students ONLY through DBT preferably through an Aadhaar Based Payment System (Aadhaar Payment Bridge). Note 05: Scholarship will not be paid for the period of internship/housemanship in the M.B.B.S course or for practical training in other courses if the student is in receipt of some remuneration during the internship period or some allowance/stipend during the practical training in other courses.

The objective of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC, EBC, and DNT students (who are not covered under SC, ST, or OBC) is welfare and motivation to the children of these categories by providing financial assistance at pre-matriculation or secondary stage.

Benefit: Coverage Value of Scholarship: - The students shall be given a consolidated academic allowance of ₹4,000/- per annum. Note: The entire scholarship amount both from the State and Central Government will be paid directly into the account of the students or parents ONLY through DBT preferably through an Aadhaar Based Payment System (Aadhaar Payment Bridge-AePS).

The objective of the scheme is to recognize and promote quality education amongst Students belonging to OBC, EBC and DNT categories by providing full financial support. The Scheme will cover OBC/EBC/DNT students for pursuing studies beyond Class XII.

Benefit: The OBC/EBC/DNT students, who secure admission in the notified institutions, will be awarded scholarships to meet the requirements for:- 1. Full tuition fee and non-refundable charges (there will be a ceiling of ₹2.00 lakhs per annum per student for private sector institutions and ₹3.72 lakhs per annum per student for the private sector flying clubs for Commercial Pilot Training and Type Rating Courses) 1. Living expenses to the beneficiary @₹3,000/-per month per student 1. Books and stationery @ ₹5,000/- per annum per student 1. A latest computer/laptop of a reputed brand with accessories like UPS and printer limited to ₹45,000/- per student as one-time assistance during the course. Note 01: The scholarship will become payable immediately after a student has secured admission and has started attending the classes. Note 02: The payment of tuition fees and other non-refundable charges will be made directly to the institution by the Central Government through Direct Benefit Transfer mode. Note 03: Similarly, the payment of living expenses, books & stationery, and computer/laptop with accessories will be made directly to the student by the Central Government through Direct Benefit Transfer mode.

The objective of the scheme is to provide premium education to the meritorious students belonging to OBC, EBC, and DNT categories by funding their education from Class 9 onwards till they complete Class 12.

Benefit: The grants will be provided for tuition fee, hostel fee, and other charges as required by the school, subject to a maximum of ₹75,000/- per annum per student of Class 9 and 10 and ₹1,25,000/- per annum per student of Class 11 and 12. Note 01: The release of funds will be directly into the account of beneficiaries through DBT mode. Note 02: Payment shall be made in installments to be released before 15th August each year.

The scheme aims to strengthen fish storage infrastructure for hygienic preservation. Through this scheme, beneficiaries receive financial assistance for the modernisation of Cold storage /Ice Plant.

Benefit: Unit cost is ₹50,00,000/-. 40% assistance for the general category, i.e. assistance up to ₹ 20,00,000/- and for women and ST/SC category beneficiaries 60%, i.e. assistance up to ₹ 30,00,000/-. The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India. Remarks: 60% contribution from Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments is paid. Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: Once in a lifetime.

The scheme aims to provide sanitation facilities on mechanised fishing vessels. It provides financial assistance depending on category, with once-in-a-lifetime eligibility.

Benefit: Financial Assistance: General category beneficiaries: 40% assistance, i.e. ₹20,000/-. Women and ST/SC category beneficiaries: 60% assistance, i.e. ₹30,000/-. Unit Cost: ₹50,000/-. Target Allocation: Benefits will be available as per the category allocation decided by the Government of India. Mode of Disbursement: Contribution is shared: 60% from Government of India, 40% from State Governments. Frequency of Disbursement: The benefit is provided only once. Validity: Available once in a lifetime.

The scheme aims to provide financial support for the construction of 20-tonne capacity ice plant/storage units, ensuring hygienic fish storage and improving the income of beneficiaries.

Benefit: Construction of Ice Plant/Storage (minimum 20 tonne capacity): Unit cost is ₹80,00,000/-. The amount of assistance for the beneficiary of general category will be 40% of the unit cost and for the beneficiary of women and ST/SC category the amount of assistance will be available at the rate of 60% of the unit cost. The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India. Remarks: 60% contribution from Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments is paid. Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: Once in a lifetime.

The scheme aims to strengthen fish storage infrastructure for hygienic preservation. Through this scheme, beneficiaries receive financial assistance for constructing 30-tonne capacity plants or storage units.

Benefit: Construction of Ice Plant/Storage (minimum 30 tonne capacity): Unit cost is ₹120,00,000/-. The amount of assistance for the beneficiary of general category will be 40% of the unit cost and for the beneficiary of women and ST/SC category the amount of assistance will be available at the rate of 60% of the unit cost. The benefit will be available as per the target (category) allocated by the Government of India. Remarks: 60% contribution from Government of India and 40% contribution from State Governments is paid. Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits: Once in a lifetime.

The scheme aims to provide central assistance for the construction of fish kiosks, including those for aquarium/ornamental fish.

Benefit: The project cost is ₹10,00,000/- per unit. Subsidy of 40% of the project cost for General Category beneficiaries. Subsidy of 60% of the project cost for SC/Women beneficiaries.

The scheme aims to support the construction of fish retail markets, including those for ornamental fish and aquariums. Through this scheme, financial assistance for project costs is provided to individual beneficiaries.

Benefit: The scheme provides a subsidy for the construction of fish retail markets, including ornamental fish or aquarium markets. The project cost is ₹1,00,00,000/- per unit. The subsidy provided is: 40% of the project cost is for beneficiaries belonging to the General Category. 60% of the project cost is for beneficiaries belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Women categories.