SASSCDC

Scheme of Assistance to State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations

The scheme aims to provide economic development assistance to Scheduled Castes living below the poverty line through financial support and credit facilitation. It provides share capital, margin money loans, and subsidies to Scheduled Castes families for employment-oriented schemes.

केंद्रीय मिश्रित

राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश: All India

मंत्रालय / नोडल: Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

नोडल विभाग: Department of Social Justice & Empowerment

योजना किसके लिए: Individual

योजना प्रोफ़ाइल

डीबीटी (प्रत्यक्ष लाभ अंतरण): नहीं

श्रेणियाँ: सामाजिक कल्याण और सशक्तिकरण, व्यवसाय और उद्यमिता

उप-श्रेणियाँ: वित्तीय सहायता, Loan, Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship

लक्षित लाभार्थी: व्यक्तिगत

टैग: Scheduled Caste, Employment, Agriculture, Industry, Transport, Subsidy

विवरण

The "Scheme of Assistance to State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations" was launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), Government of India. The scheme aims to provide economic development assistance to Scheduled Castes living below the poverty line through State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations functioning in 23 States and 4 Union Territories, addressing the financial mobilization challenges faced by this community. The scheme provides share capital contribution in the ratio of 49:51 between Central Government and State Governments, along with financial assistance in the form of margin money loans at low interest rates and subsidies to reduce repayment liability. The applicant must belong to Scheduled Castes and must be living below the poverty line. The scheme is implemented by State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations. The applications for this scheme are accepted through State Channelizing Agencies.

लाभ

- Financial assistance in the form of margin money loans at low rate of interest
Subsidy provision to reduce repayment liability of beneficiaries
The quantum and ceiling of subsidy is the same as for schemes under Integrated Rural Development Programme
Credit support facilitation through tie-ups with financial institutions, banks, National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, and National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation

Financial assistance in the form of margin money loans at low rate of interest.
Subsidy provision to reduce repayment liability of beneficiaries.
The quantum and ceiling of subsidy is the same as for schemes under Integrated Rural Development Programme.
Credit support facilitation through tie-ups with financial institutions, banks, National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, and National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation.

पात्रता

The applicant must belong to Scheduled Castes.
The applicant must be living below the poverty line.

आवेदन प्रक्रिया

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the nearest office of the SCDC of their state. SCDCs generally have their offices in each district. Obtained the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Sign the application form and mention the date.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the SCDC.
*Applicants are advised to save a copy of the submitted application form and any acknowledgment.

स्पष्टीकरण

myScheme पर प्रकाशित योजना सूचना से अतिरिक्त बिंदु (कानूनी सलाह नहीं)।

What specific community background do I need to belong to for being considered eligible under this financial assistance program?: You must belong to the Scheduled Castes community as recognized under the Constitution of India.
Can I apply for assistance if my family income is above a certain threshold level?: No, you must be living below the poverty line to be eligible for assistance under this program.
What types of business ventures or economic activities are covered under the employment-oriented assistance provided?: The program covers agriculture and allied activities including minor irrigation, small scale industry, transport, and trade and service sector activities.
How is the share capital contribution divided between the Central Government and State Governments for this development program?: The Central Government contributes 49% and State Governments contribute 51% of the share capital to State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations.
What kind of financial support can I expect in terms of reducing my loan repayment burden?: You will receive subsidy provision to reduce your repayment liability, with quantum and ceiling same as schemes under Integrated Rural Development Programme.
Through which organizations or institutions will I be able to access credit facilities under this assistance program?: Credit facilities are provided through tie-ups with local banks, National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, and National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation.
When was this particular financial assistance program for economic development first introduced by the government?: The program was introduced in the year 1978-79 as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme in States and Union Territories.
How many states and territories currently have these development corporations operating to provide assistance?: Currently, State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations are functioning in 23 States and 4 Union Territories.
What is the minimum recovery rate requirement that affects the release of central share equity capital?: The minimum recovery rate requirement is 60% of loans disbursed by State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations to beneficiaries.
Are there any relaxed recovery rate conditions available for states with high Scheduled Castes population?: Yes, eleven high Scheduled Castes population states have relaxed recovery rates based on their performance during previous plan periods.
What percentage of the Share Equity Capital released by Central Government must be utilized before further assistance?: 75% of the Share Equity Capital released by Central Government to State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations must be utilized.
Who determines the cost norms and project guidelines for the various economic development activities covered?: The cost norms of the projects and schemes are determined by the State Government and State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations.
What is the interest rate structure for the margin money loans provided under this financial assistance program?: Margin money loans are provided at a low rate of interest, though the specific rate is not mentioned in the guidelines.
How are the funds from Central Government typically channeled to reach the State development corporations?: Central share of equity capital is sent directly to State Scheduled Castes Development Corporations, or routed through National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation when necessary.

आधिकारिक लिंक

संदर्भ

आवेदन करें

अभी आवेदन करें

Scheduled Caste Employment Agriculture Industry Transport Subsidy

आधिकारिक आवेदन या कार्यक्रम पोर्टल नए टैब में खुलता है। संदेह हो तो मंत्रालय की साइट पर विवरण सत्यापित करें।

Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Residence Proof
Bank Account Details
Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

Check eligibility criteria
Collect required documents
Fill the application form
Submit the application online or at the relevant office
Track application status

यह पृष्ठ सार्वजनिक व आधिकारिक स्रोतों से योजना सूचना का सार प्रस्तुत करता है। यह कानूनी, वित्तीय या व्यावसायिक सलाह नहीं है; अधूरी या पुरानी हो सकती है; तथा सरकारी अधिसूचनाओं का स्थान नहीं लेती। आवेदन या निर्भरता से पहले पात्रता, लाभ व आवेदन चरण आधिकारिक पोर्टल या परिपत्र पर अवश्य सत्यापित करें।

हिन्दी चुनने पर साइट पर मेनू, बटन, फ़िल्टर और जहाँ उपलब्ध हो श्रेणी नाम हिन्दी में दिखाए जाते हैं। योजना का मुख्य पाठ (शीर्षक, विवरण, पात्रता, दस्तावेज़ आदि) स्रोत की भाषा में रहता है—अक्सर अंग्रेज़ी—जब तक आधिकारिक द्विभाषी या हिन्दी संस्करण उपलब्ध न हो।