Travel & Tourism Government Schemes
94 government schemes in the travel & tourism category, including 5 central schemes. Open any scheme for eligibility, benefits and how to apply.
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The scheme aims to encourage private investment in tourism projects located in remote and ulterior areas of Madhya Pradesh. It offers an additional 5% capital subsidy, uncapped subsidy amounts, and reduces investment and capacity requirements by 50% for investors.
Agro Tourism Villa Scheme
The scheme aims to promote high-value tourism in Meghalaya by encouraging the development of agro-tourism villas, empowering local youth through entrepreneurship, improving accommodation facilities, and preserving the state’s cultural and natural heritage.
Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast / Home Stay Establishment Scheme
The Directorate of Tourism, Andaman & Nicobar Administration is implementing ‘Andaman & Nicobar Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme’ all over the Island based on the approved guidelines of the Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India under the scheme “Incredible India Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Establishment”.
Annual Tour to the Differently Abled Persons
“Annual Tour to the Differently Abled Persons” was launched by the Dept of Social Welfare, Govt of Puducherry to allow the PwDs to see the places of cultural and historic importance and acquaint themselves with various aspects of our cultural heritage.
Assistance to Pilgrims for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra - Rajasthan
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial support to residents of Rajasthan who successfully complete the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra organized by the Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India. Under this scheme, each pilgrim is granted financial assistance of up to ₹1,00,000/-.
Atithi Uttarakhand Home-Stay Registration
The scheme aims to promote rural tourism and generate local employment by enabling residents to register their homes as certified home-stays that offer safe, affordable accommodation and meal facilities to tourists in Uttarakhand.
Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana
The scheme “Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana” was launched by the Department of Tourism, Government of Odisha on 01st February 2016 in collaboration with IRCTC to help senior citizens over 60-75 years of age to undertake pilgrimage with Government assistance.
Basic Kayaking Course
The scheme aims to train and certify youth of Uttarakhand as skilled kayaking instructors with essential life-saving skills. Under this scheme, specialized training in life-saving techniques and kayaking is provided to selected youth beneficiaries of Uttarakhand.
Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme- Punjab
The scheme "Bed & Breakfast/Homestay Scheme” is implemented by the Department of Tourism & Cultural Affairs, Government of Punjab with the aim of providing comfortable Bed & Breakfast (BnB)/Home Stay Facilities and supplementing the availability of accommodation across the State.
Capital Investment Subsidy for Creation of Infrastructure
The scheme aims to support the creation of essential infrastructure on leased tourism lands. It provides a 25% capital investment subsidy up to ₹3,00,00,000/- to private investors establishing power, water, road, and drainage systems for tourism projects.
Capital Investment Subsidy For Creation of Infrastructure Along With Installation of Equipment To Establish Film Studio, Film Making, Museum, Aquarium, Theme Park
The scheme aims to promote private investment in the creation of film studios, museums, aquariums, and theme parks. It provides a 15% capital subsidy up to ₹5,00,00,000/- to investors who meet the minimum capital expenditure requirements.
Capital Investment Subsidy For Creation Of Infrastructure And Installation Of Permanent Facility/ Acquisition Of Equipment/Tents And Facilities To Establish Adventure Tourism, Water Tourism, Water Sports, Cruise/House Boat, Navigation Infrastructure, Amusement Park, Water Park, Sound And Light Show, Laser Show, Camping (Including Tents)
The scheme aims to promote adventure and water tourism by financially incentivizing the creation of permanent infrastructure and the acquisition of equipment. It provides a 15% capital subsidy up to ₹3,00,00,000/- to private investors establishing projects such as amusement parks, water sports, etc.
Capital Investment Subsidy for Establishment of 500 or More Seater Convention Centre as Above cum Hotel under MICE
The scheme aims to boost MICE tourism by incentivizing the creation of large convention centers. It provides a 15% capital subsidy up to ₹10,00,00,000/- to investors establishing convention centers with a 500+ seating capacity and a minimum investment of ₹20,00,00,000/-.
Capital Investment Subsidy for Establishment of Heritage Hotel where the Heritage Assets are obtained from Tourism Department on Lease
The scheme aims to promote the establishment of heritage hotels in properties leased from the Tourism Department. It provides a 15% capital investment subsidy up to ₹5,00,00,000/- to investors who establish heritage hotels in these leased assets.
Capital Investment Subsidy for Establishment of New Hotel or Mini Resort of Standard Category
The scheme aims to encourage the establishment of new standard category hotels and mini resorts in Madhya Pradesh. It provides a 15% capital subsidy up to ₹50,00,000/- to private investors and entrepreneurs creating tourism accommodation infrastructure.
Capital Investment Subsidy for Establishment of New Resort and Wellness Centre
The scheme provides a capital investment subsidy of 15% against fixed capital investment, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹50,00,000/-. The applicant must invest a minimum capital expenditure of ₹2,00,00,000/- and ensure the availability of a minimum of air-conditioned lettable rooms.
Capital Investment Subsidy for Establishment of Way Side Amenities Under Green Field or Franchise Model
The scheme aims to enhance the tourism experience by subsidizing the development of wayside amenities under Green Field or Franchise models. It offers a 15% capital investment subsidy capped at ₹50,00,000/- to investors who establish approved facilities with a minimum capital expenditure.
Capital Investment Subsidy For Expansion Of Established Star/Deluxe/Standard Hotel/Resort/Heritage Hotel
The scheme aims to encourage the expansion of existing tourism accommodation units by incentivizing private investment in the state. The scheme provides a capital investment subsidy of 15% against the fixed capital investment, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹5,00,00,000/-.
Capital Investment Subsidy to Establish a New Deluxe/Three Star or Higher Category New Hotel and Resort
The scheme provides a capital investment subsidy of 15% on fixed capital investment, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹5,00,00,000/-. The applicant must invest a minimum of ₹10,00,00,000/- in capital expenditure and ensure the establishment of at least 50 lettable air-conditioned rooms.
Capital Subsidy for Establishment of Sea Plane, Amphibian Tourist Vehicle and Aero Sports and Aero Sports Training Centre/Academy
The scheme aims to encourage private investment in niche adventure tourism sectors such as sea planes, amphibian vehicles, and aero sports academies in Madhya Pradesh. It provides eligible investors with a 25% capital subsidy on fixed capital investment, up to ₹10,00,00,000/-.
Capital Subsidy for Heritage Hotel under Proprietorship
The scheme aims to encourage the establishment of heritage hotels through private investment by providing financial assistance to proprietors. The scheme provides a capital subsidy of 15% on fixed capital investment, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹2,00,00,000/-. The applicants must be proprietors.
Capital Subsidy to Existing Hotels for Renovation/Modernization & Upgradation
The scheme aims to incentivize existing hotels and resorts in Madhya Pradesh to upgrade their facilities to Deluxe, 4-Star, or higher categories. It provides capital subsidy benefits to private investors and hotel owners who undertake significant renovation and modernization projects.
Chief Minister's Meghalaya Homestay Mission Scheme
The scheme aims to promote and upgrade homestays across the state. It seeks to strengthen tourism infrastructure and create sustainable livelihood opportunities while enhancing Meghalaya’s eco-tourism potential.
Chief Minister’s Paryatan Siksha Yojana
The scheme “Chief Minister’s Paryatan Siksha Yojana” was launched by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to promote tourism and develop the industry by means of trained individuals.
Chief Minister’s Paryatan Vikas Yojana
The scheme “Chief Minister’s Paryatan Vikas Yojna (CMPVY)” was launched by Government of Arunachal Pradesh is to develop tourism facilities in the state to attract more tourism.
Concessional Bus Travel Facility to Women above 60 years of age- Punjab
Under the scheme, all the women of 60 years and above residing in the State of Punjab have been given the benefit w.e.f. 12.11.1999 for 50% concession in bus fare in the Punjab Roadways and Pepsu Road Transport Corporation Buses.
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grah Aawas (Home-Stay) Vikas Yojana
The scheme aims to promote rural and eco-tourism by encouraging local residents to develop homestay facilities, thereby generating employment and income opportunities within the state.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Yatra Scheme to visit the places connected with Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s life in India
The scheme aims to assist the people who want to visit the places connected with Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s life in India. It provides comprehensive financial assistance, with all expenses for the tour programme fully borne by the Department, targeting SC/ST applicants of Puducherry.
Exposure Visits of Government of Odisha Delegates/Representatives to Singapore and Dubai
The scheme was launched by the Department of Tourism, Govt. of Odisha. This scheme is about organizing exposure trips of delegates nominated by various departments of the Government of Odisha to two cities Dubai & Singapore, through direct flights to these cities from Bhubaneswar.
Fare for Visiting Home Town (HBOCWWB)
Under this scheme, a free traveling facility to visit the hometown once in a year for a family not exceeding 5 members is provided to the registered construction workers who have a minimum of two year’s regular membership of the Board.
Financial Assistance to Permanent Residents of Uttarakhand for Religious Pilgrimages
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of ₹50,000/- to permanent residents of the state who have successfully completed the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, irrespective of their religion or caste.
Free Passport Scheme
The scheme aims to facilitate higher education and global career opportunities for students by covering the cost of passport issuance. Under this scheme, final-year UG and PG students in government colleges receive reimbursement for passport application fees.
Free Travel in S.T Bus to the Disabled Persons
Under this scheme, the benefit of free travel in all types of busses of the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation is provided to Person with Disabilities in all state routes and also provides the benefit of travel to the last route out of state.
Free Travel in Uttarakhand Transport Corporation Buses to Widowed Daughters-in-Law of Freedom Fighters
The scheme aims to provide free travel facilities in Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) buses to the widowed daughters-in-law of freedom fighters. Beneficiaries under this scheme are entitled to avail complimentary travel across all UTC bus services within the state.
Free Travelling Facility (HBOCWWB)
Under this scheme, the amount spent by registered workers and 4 family members for visiting famous religious/historical places once in four years will be paid at the rates prescribed by Haryana Roadways (ordinary fare) or actual railway fare (Second Class).
Grant For Oru Kala Pooja
The scheme aims to provide annual financial assistance to Hindu Religious Institutions situated in the Union Territory of Puducherry that have poor resources. It benefits the temple authorities by covering expenses associated with the performance of Oru Kala Pooja, Current Consumption Charges, etc.
Grant of Financial Incentives for Hotels, Resorts, and Tourism Projects
The scheme aims to promote tourism infrastructure by providing financial incentives to hotels, resorts, heritage hotels, and other tourism projects. The scheme offers capital grants and subsidies to eligible applicants who have invested in and developed tourism-related projects.
Haj Pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia
The scheme aims to perform Haj Pilgrimage at Holy Mecca. The scheme provides an air fare subsidy of ₹24,000/- for each pilgrim and includes free medical facility while in Mecca. The applicant must be an Indian citizen who possesses sound health and has not performed Haj for the preceding five years.
High Altitude Guide Course
The scheme aims to train and certify youth of Uttarakhand as professional high-altitude guides who have already completed a Low Altitude Guide Course from a recognized institution.
Hinglaj Devi Temple and Nankana Sahib Yatra in Pakistan- Madhya Pradesh
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the pilgrims of the state going on pilgrimage to Hinglaj Devi Temple & Nankana Sahib located in Pakistan. Under this scheme, the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses incurred during the pilgrimage, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/-.
INAE Travel Grant Scheme for Engineering Students from IITs/NITs/Govt. Approved Engineering Colleges/Institutions other than AICTE
A Travel Grant Scheme by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and by the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), for the students from AICTE approved Engineering College/institutions. The scheme aims at enhancing the quality of engineering education in the country.
Installation of Ropeway Infrastructure for Transport in Inaccessible Tourist Places or Forest Areas
The scheme aims to enhance connectivity in inaccessible tourist and forest areas by installing ropeways. It provides a Capital Investment Subsidy of 40% up to ₹5,00,00,000/- to private investors establishing ropeway infrastructure with a minimum investment of ₹1,00,00,000/-.
Investment Promotion Assistance To Setup Large/Mega/Ultra-Mega Tourism Projects
The scheme aims to attract high-value private investment for developing Large, Mega, and Ultra-mega tourism projects in the state. It offers financial assistance of up to 30% of the capital investment to investors who meet minimum investment thresholds and generate employment for Madhya Pradesh.
Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Gram Gadi Yojana
The scheme "Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Gram Gadi Yojana" by the Transport Department, Government of Jharkhand, aims to enhance rural connectivity and provide affordable transportation facilities to rural residents. It supports private bus operators to operate on rural routes with financial assistance...
Kailash Darshan Yatra
The scheme provides financial assistance to pilgrims from Gujarat undertaking the Kailash Darshan Yatra. To be eligible, the applicant must be a selected pilgrim from Gujarat and submit proof of yatra completion within 90 days. Applications for this scheme are accepted offline.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Scheme 2016
The scheme “Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Scheme 2016” was launched by the Tourism Department, Government of Haryana on 12th July 2016. Under the scheme, the government of Haryana provides financial assistance to the pilgrims of the State of Haryana.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra- Madhya Pradesh
This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the pilgrims of the state going on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Under this scheme, the State Government will reimburse 50% of the total expenses incurred during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, up to a maximum of ₹30,000/- per pilgrim.
Leave Travel Concession Scheme- Haryana Labour Welfare Board
Under this scheme, an amount of ₹1,500/- is provided to the workers employed in the industrial and commercial institutions of the state of Haryana in the form of Leave Travel Concession (LTC) for travel once in a block of 4 years.
Life Saving Technique Water Sports Operator
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.
Low Altitude Guide Course
The scheme aims to train and certify youth from Uttarakhand as professional low altitude guides and provide them with skill development opportunities to strengthen their role in the state’s tourism sector.
Marketing Development Assistance Scheme
The Marketing Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme under the Overseas Promotion & Publicity (OPP) Scheme aims to support the promotion and marketing of Indian tourism in overseas markets.
Meghalaya Adventure Tourism Scheme
The objective of the Meghalaya Adventure Tourism Scheme is to promote Meghalaya as a premier eco-adventure destination while generating local livelihoods through sustainable and community-based tourism. It also ensures safety, environmental protection, and sectoral growth.
Meghalaya Motorcaravan Scheme
The scheme promotes alternative tourism and supports rural and eco-tourism in the state. It encourages entrepreneurship by providing financial assistance for operating motorcaravans and aims to create employment opportunities while offering unique travel experiences across Meghalaya.
Meghalaya Tourism Development & Investment Promotion
Meghalaya Tourism Development and Investment Promotion Scheme 2012 started on 20th Jan 2012 under the Tourism Department sponsored by the state to assist in the creation of tourism infrastructure in the form of homestays and resorts
Mukhyamantri Asangathit Karmakar Ijjat Monthly Season Ticket Card Yojana
Chhattisgarh State Government started a scheme "Mukhyamantri Asangathit Karmakar Ijjat Monthly Season Ticket Card Yojana" for unorganized worker on 27 December 2017.
Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana
Under this scheme, members of families with an annual income of less than ₹1.80 lakhs who are over 60 years of age will be taken for pilgrimages to Ayodhya, Varanasi, and other sacred places. The state government will bear all the expenses for their travel.
Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana - Delhi
The Delhi government’s Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Scheme, under which people over the age of 60 are taken for a pilgrimage free of cost, is expected to restart in a month’s time. The scheme, which started in 2018, has been suspended for a year and a half because of Covid. Between 2018 and 2020.
Mumkin - Livelihood Generation Scheme
"Mumkin - Livelihood Generation Scheme" is a initiative of Jammu & Kashmir State. This scheme is provide the financial help to the youth to empower them and promote the self employment.
National Youth Award
This award is to motivate young persons to achieve excellence in the field of national development or social service and to develop in them a sense of responsibility to the community and thus to improve their potential as good citizens.
Observation Home and Special School
“Observation Home and Special School" was launched by the Dept of Social Welfare, Govt of Puducherry. The scheme aims to take care of the children who are juvenile delinquents by providing a home to them where their basic needs are taken care of including general and vocational education.
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