Government Schemes in Assam
Explore 86 state government schemes for Assam, plus nationwide central schemes you can apply for. Each listing covers eligibility, benefits and the step-by-step application process.
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"Agricultural Income Tax Holiday" under the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme"
The scheme aims to ensure long-term financial sustainability of the Tea industry and to incentivize manufacturers to move from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea production. The scheme is implemented by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Assam.
"Interest Subvention on Working Capital" under the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme"
The scheme aims to ensure long term financial sustainability of the Tea industry and incentivize Orthodox tea production over Crush, Tear, Curl tea. It provides interest subvention, production subsidies, plant & machinery subsidies, tax holidays to tea plantations and manufacturing units in Assam.
“Ishan Uday” Special Scholarship Scheme For North Eastern Region
A scholarship scheme by the Ministry of Education and the University Grants Commission. Taking special interest with regard to the promotion of higher education in the NER, i.e. for improving the GER, promoting higher education, and encouraging children belonging to the economically weaker sections.
"Orthodox or Specialty Tea Production Subsidy" under the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme"
The scheme aims to ensure long-term financial sustainability of the Tea industry and to incentivize manufacturers to move from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea production. The scheme is implemented by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Assam.
"Subsidy for Orthodox & Speciality Tea Unit for Plant & Machinery" under the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme"
The scheme aims to ensure long-term financial sustainability of the Tea industry and to incentivize manufacturers to move from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea production. The scheme is implemented by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Assam.
Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana
The Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana (AABY) is a social security scheme for rural landless households implemented by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India. The scheme provides insurance coverage to the head of the household or an earning member of the family in the age group of 18 to 59.
Aamar Dukan On Wheels
The Assam Government proposes to introduce a new module of “Aamar Dukan” namely “AAMAR DUKAN ON WHEELS” in the same line as the existing ‘Aamar Dukan’ on 22.02.2017.
Abhinandan Education Loan Subsidy Scheme
Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched the Assam Abhinandan Education Loan Subsidy Scheme at the Srimanta Sankardev International Auditorium on 26 December 2019 in the presence of Finance Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, , several senior officials of the State Finance Department, and bank officials
AICTE - Grant For Augmenting Infrastructure In North Eastern Region
The scheme "AICTE - Grant for Augmenting Infrastructure in North Eastern Region (GAINER)" was introduced by AICTE to enhance the functional efficiency of the technical institutes located in far-flung areas of North East India, by addressing deficiencies in water, electricity, and internet.
Aponar Apon Ghar
"Aponar Apon Ghar" is a Home Loan Subsidy Scheme by the Finance Department, Govt. of Assam. The objective is to realize the vision of “Housing For All” by 2022 so that each poor person may have their own house. All the applicants will get home loans at subsidized interest rates.
Arundhati Gold Scheme
The ARUNDHATI scheme started on January 1, 2020. It will offer 10 grams of gold as a gift to every bride. The bride and Bridegroom can apply for the scheme before the wedding. The scheme will cost about Rs 800 crore annually.
Assam Abhinandan Education Loan Subsidy Scheme
"Assam Abhinandan Education Loan Subsidy Scheme" was launched on 26 December 2019 by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Assam. The scheme is managed by the Finance Department, Govt. of Assam. The govt. will provide a loan subsidy of up to ₹ 50,000 on education loans to students pursuing higher education.
Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme
The scheme “Assam Arogya Nidhi Scheme” is a yearly Financial Assistance Scheme provided as reimbursement to members of families whose yearly income is less than ₹5.00 lakhs for treatment of serious diseases including accident cases.
Assam Tea Plantations Provident Fund Scheme
The scheme aims to provide financial security to Assam tea plantation workers through a contributory provident fund. It benefits eligible employees earning up to ₹6,500/- per month by accumulating 12% contributions from both the worker and employer, earning interest to be paid upon retirement.
Awareness Programme on Child/Human Trafficking, Family Planning, Legal Awareness, Health etc.
The scheme aims to generate awareness among the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community regarding child/human trafficking, family planning, legal awareness, and health. It generates awareness benefits for the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community through Non-Governmental Organizations proposals.
Bidya Lakshmi Loan
"Bidya Lakshmi" aims to provide education loans for higher studies to children of Assam State Government employees. Benefits include loans up to ₹10,00,000/- at 4% interest, with subsidies for eligible candidates.
Biponi Scheme
The objective of the scheme is to support to the Micro & Small enterprises to participate in different trade fairs and events within the State, in the Country and abroad for marketing of their products and also getting the exposure.
Boneej Scheme
"Boneej" a special scheme to assist the rural industries of the state and it was announced by the Hon'ble Finance Minister's in his Budget speech on 26th July, 2016
Cash Award (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Cash awards shall be given to the three male & three female children of the registered construction workers in each district to those students who score 75% or above, 65% or less than 75%, and 55% or less than 65% mark in HSLC, AHM and H.S. examinations.
Chief Minister Floriculture Mission
This is a special scheme initiated during 2014-15 aimed at all-round development of floriculture sector in the State which incorporates cultivation, marketing, training etc. For the year 2015- 16 cultivation of Gerbera under Shade net house with tissue cultured planting materials is proposed.
Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana
A 5-year mega-mission called Chief Minister Samagra Gramya Unnayan Yojana (CMSGUY) was launched in the Financial Year(FY) 2016-17, which is scheduled to culminate in the FY 2021-22, coinciding with 75 years of India's Independence.
Chief Minister’s Free Diagnostic Services
The Chief Minister’s free diagnostic services is envisaged to ensure the availability of a minimum set of diagnostic services at government-run health institutions. Under the program, CT scan, X-Ray, and laboratory services are provided free of cost to all irrespective of APL and BPL citizens.
CM's Jibon Anuprerana Scheme
The scheme aims to provide one-time financial assistance to eligible research scholars from public institutions in Assam, promoting academic excellence and innovation. It provides ₹25,000/- to research scholars and ₹40,000/- to Divyang research scholars.
Coaching For Higher Studies
The scheme aims to provide coaching to students of Tea Tribes and Adivasi community for preparing them for various competitive examinations like Civil Services, Medical, Engineering, Staff Selection Committee (Graduate level), Banking (Probationary Officers), etc.
Combined Merit Scholarship
The scheme aims to provide merit-based scholarship to students of Assam studying in first semester degree and master degree courses in recognized institutions. It benefits academically meritorious students who have obtained at least 60% marks in their last qualifying examination.
Community Canning & Training On Fruit Preservation
The office of the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Fruit Preservation) Assam was created in 1978, under the Directorate of Agriculture and in 2008 it was transferred to the Directorate of Horticulture and Food Processing.
Death Benefit (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a registered worker towards death benefit, in case of normal death or due to an accident during the course of employment.
Development Of Playfield Under CMSGUY
"Development of Playfield" is an Infrastructure Development Scheme by the Assam Youth Development Mission Society (AYDMS) formed under CMSGUY Scheme. It has been decided to develop 500 Football Playfields during 2017-18 in the first phase of operation of the scheme.
Disability Pension (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The Board provides financial assistance as disability pension to a beneficiary who is permanently disabled due to paralysis leprosy, TB., accident etc. in addition to this pension he/she will be eligible for an one time Ex-gratia payment depending upon the percentage of disability.
Distribution Of Tractor Unit Under CMSGUY
The "Distribution of Tractor Unit" scheme is meant to revive the agricultural sector and help in doubling the farmer’s income by 2022. The government will provide one tractor along with some necessary accessories in each revenue village at subsidized rates. 10,000+ tractors will be distributed.
Educational Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The “Educational Assistance” scheme was started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam to provide educational assistance to the children of the registered construction workers who are studying in Class I to Post Graduate.
Exposure Visits To The Assam Legislative Assembly
The Exposure Visits to the Assam Legislative Assembly scheme was introduced in the budget speech during the first Budget Session in July 2016. It aims to provide an opportunity for Political Science students in Assam to visit and observe the functioning of the Assam Legislative Assembly.
Film Finance Scheme
The Film Finance Scheme of Assam is an initiative by the Assam government to support the development and growth of the film industry in the state. This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to filmmakers and production houses to encourage the production of quality films in Assam.
Financial Assistance for ANM/GNM/Technical Courses
The scheme aims to provide assistance to the youths of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community for training in job-assured technical and professional Diploma and Degree courses. It supports training for courses like ANM, GNM, and Para-Medical, with a minimum duration of one year.
Financial Assistance for Higher Studies
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community. This assistance supports students pursuing higher education like MBBS, MBA, and Engineering, including studies within and outside the State or Country.
Financial Assistance for UPSC/APSC Mains Exam
The scheme provides financial assistance to ST and OBC/MOBC students of Assam who have cleared the APSC/UPSC preliminary exam and are appearing for the mains exam in the current year.
Financial Assistance to OBC Students Appearing in the Mains Examination of UPSC
The scheme provides financial grants to the OBC students for appearing in the UPSC Mains Exam. An amount upto ₹50,000/- is provided to each beneficiary. The assistance is extended depending on the applicant meeting the eligibility criteria and the documents submitted.
Financial Assistance to SC Students Appearing in the Mains Examination of UPSC
The scheme provides financial grants to the SC students for appearing in the UPSC Mains Exam. An amount upto ₹50,000/- is provided to each beneficiary, subject to budget provision. The assistance is extended depending on the applicant satisfying the eligibility criteria and the documents submitted.
Financial Assistance to Scheduled Tribe (Plains) Students for Coaching for Getting Admission into Medical/Engineering/IIT/etc.
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to ST (P) students for coaching to qualify for Medical, Engineering, and IIT entrance exams. It benefits eligible students by reimbursing coaching expenses, with selection based on merit from matriculation exam scores.
Financial Assistance to Students who Cleared Civil Services Prelims Conducted by UPSC/APSC
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to students belonging to the Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community who have cleared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination. The benefits support their preparation for the Mains Examination to ensure their success.
Financial Grants In Aid To SC/ST Patients Suffering From Cancer And Other Malignant Diseases
The scheme “Financial Grants in Aid to SC/ST patients suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases” was launched by the Government of Assam in 2017 to provide financial assistance in the form of grants in Aid to SC/ST patients who are suffering from cancer and other malignant diseases.
Financial Incentive For Inter-Caste Marriages Under Protection Of Civil Rights Act 1955 And Scheduled Castes And Scheduled Tribes (Prevention Of Atrocities) Act 1989 In Assam
The scheme aims to encourage inter-caste marriages in Assam. It provides a one-time financial assistance of ₹2,50,000/- in a joint fixed deposit for eligible couples where one spouse belongs to a Scheduled Caste and the other to a General Caste Hindu.
Financial Incentive to SC Meritorious Boy Students
The scheme provides a financial incentive of ₹5,000/- to the meritorious boys from Scheduled Castes who have secured 80% or above marks in the HSSLC examination. The objective is to motivate and encourage SC students to pursue higher studies and bring them at par with the rest.
Financial Incentive to SC Meritorious Girls Students
The scheme provides financial incentives worth ₹5,000/- to the meritorious girls from Scheduled Castes who have secured 80% or above marks in the HSLC examination. To objective is to motivate and encourage SC students to pursue higher studies and bring them at par with the rest.
Financial Support To The Students Of N.E.R For Higher Professional Courses (NEC Merit Scholarship)
The scholarship scheme aims to support students of the North Eastern States undergoing studies in different disciplines at different levels in Institutions inside as well as outside the North-East but within the country.
Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a deceased registered worker, towards funeral expenses.
General Pension (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Under this scheme, a pension shall be given to a registered beneficiary working as a building worker for not less than one year after the commencement of the Rules on completion of sixty years of age.
Grants In Aid To SC/ST Patients Suffering From Cancer And Other Malignant Diseases
The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance in the form of one-time grants to patients undergoing medical treatment in connection with T.B., Cancer and other malignant diseases. This scheme provides one-time financial assistance to patients belonging to the Tea Tribes community.
Grants To Patients Suffering From Tuberculosis/Cancer And Other Major Diseases
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for medical treatment to patients suffering from Tuberculosis, Cancer, and other major diseases. It provides a one-time financial grant to patients of the Tea Tribes and Adivasi community.
Health Check-up (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Registered construction workers having continuous membership of the Board can avail an amount of ₹5,000/- once in a year for his/ her annual health checkup in any Hospital.
Integrated Horticulture Development
Under Horticulture sector 'Integrated Horticulture Development' is a major State Plan scheme which supports different activities like necessary civil works, grants-in-aid to the horticulture growers, procurement of tools and equipment's, introduction of new technology etc.
Interest Subvention Scheme For Housing Loan For Regular State Government Employee Under APUN GHAR
Apun Ghar is a new home loan scheme for Assam Government employees as per announcement made in the Budget Speech,2016-2017 under which home loans will be provided to the State Government employees at subsidized interest rates.
Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)
The scheme aims to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality by promoting institutional deliveries among poor pregnant women. It offers cash assistance for institutional and home deliveries, along with antenatal and postnatal care support, primarily benefiting poor pregnant women across India.
Journalist's Medical Welfare Scheme - Assam
The Journalist's Medical Welfare Scheme was first implemented in 2012 by the Government of Assam. Under this scheme, one-time financial assistance is provided to the accredited and recognized journalists of Assam for their medical treatment.
KARMASHREE- The Chief Minister's Award For Excellence In Public Administration
The scheme “The KARMASHREE- The Chief Minister's Award for Excellence in Public Administration” was launched by the Government of Assam to acknowledge, recognize and reward the extraordinary, exemplary, and innovative work done by the officers of the Districts/ Organizations of the State Government
Marriage Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The scheme “Marriage Assistance” was started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (A.B.O.C.W.W.B), Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam for providing financial assistance to the registered construction workers for the marriage of their children.
Maternity Benefit (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
The scheme “Maternity Benefit” was started by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (A.B.O.C.W.W.B), Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam for providing financial assistance to the registered women beneficiaries as maternity benefits during the period of maternity.
Medical Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
Medical assistance shall be provided to Building & Other Construction Workers who are registered under A.B.O.C.W.W.B. during hospitalization, partial disability & for critical diseases such as Cancer, Heart attack, Failure of kidney, Liver cirrhosis etc. as per the decision of the Board.
Mukhya Mantri Krishi Sa Sajuli Yozana - Assam
The scheme “Mukhya Mantri Krishi Sa Sajuli Yojana” is a State Owned Priority Development (SOPD) scheme for farmers launched by the Assam government in FY 2018-19. The main purpose of launching this scheme for farmers is their holistic development by implementing several farm mechanization schemes.
Mukhya Mantrir Eti koli duti paat
Mukhya Mantrir Eti koli duti paat also referred to as the Assam Tea Garden Workers' Financial Assistance Scheme 2025. This initiative marks the 200th-year celebration of Assam Tea and aims to provide one-time financial assistance to tea garden workers in recognition of their invaluable contribution.
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Central Schemes Available in Assam
AICTE SHORT TERM TRAINING PROGRAMME-SFURTI SCHEME
Short Term Training Programme-SFURTI Program aims to provide financial assistance from AICTE to the institutions for conducting faculty and student trainings to enable faculty members and students in the field of technical education.
Consortia & Tender Marketing Scheme
The scheme aims to facilitate Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in marketing their products and services through individual or collective participation in tenders via consortia. It helps MSEs secure bulk orders, improve competitiveness, and access government procurement opportunities.
Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana: Khadi Vikas Yojana
The scheme aims to increase productivity and wages of Khadi artisans, improve production infrastructure, boost employment and sales, revive traditional rural skills, modernize sales outlets, and promote marketing and exports.
"Marketing Incentive" under the "Handloom Marketing Assistance" Component of the National Handloom Development Programme
The scheme aims to develop and promote marketing channels for handloom products to bring greater visibility to the sector and ensure commensurate remuneration to weavers. It provides Marketing Incentive to eligible handloom agencies for creating conducive conditions for marketing handloom products.
Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship
Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) will award "Abdul Kalam Technology Innovation National Fellowship" to outstanding engineers to recognize, encourage and support translational research by individuals to achieve excellence in engineering, innovation and technology development.
Access to Knowledge for Technology Development and Dissemination (A2K+)
Access to Knowledge for Technology Development and Dissemination (A2K+) is a scheme targeted towards developing mechanisms to disseminate science, technology and innovation-related information to industries, research and academic institutions
Advance Authorisation(AA)
Advance Authorisation scheme enables duty free import of inputs for export production, including replenishment of inputs or duty remission Advance Authorisation covers manufacturer exporters or merchant exporters tied to supporting manufacturer(s).
Advanced Vocational Training Scheme
The scheme aims to provide innovative, effective and integrated training opportunities for work force who need new skills to enjoy the dignity that comes with employment, independence and self-reliance.
AFFDF-Financial Assistance For Treatment Of Serious Diseases To Non Pensioner Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks)/Widows
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to non-pensioner Ex-Servicemen of all ranks and widows for meeting medical expenses incurred on the treatment of approved serious diseases, including cancer, renal failure, knee replacement, and heart surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many government schemes are available in Assam?
There are 86 state-specific government schemes listed for Assam, in addition to 655+ central government schemes that residents of Assam can also apply for.
Can Assam residents apply for central government schemes?
Yes. Residents of Assam are eligible for nationwide central government schemes (subject to each scheme's eligibility) on top of the state-run schemes offered by the Assam government.
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