Employment schemes in India
Browse 99 schemes in India. Tap any scheme to see who is eligible, the benefits, and how to apply — each verified against its official source.
Employment schemes: jobs, wages, and self-employment support
Employment schemes tackle livelihoods from two directions: guaranteeing work and wages for those who need it, and helping others become self-employed. The best-known is MGNREGA, which guarantees rural households up to 100 days of paid work a year, but the category also includes wage-support programmes, apprenticeship stipends, and assistance for setting up a small trade or service.
For wage-employment schemes you usually register through the gram panchayat or a local labour office; for self-employment support you often apply online with a project plan and bank details. If your goal is starting something of your own, look at the Business & Startup, Skill Development, and Loan categories alongside this one — they are designed to work together.
The 25% Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme supports entrepreneurs in Lakshadweep with a one-time subsidy for small enterprises.
StateAdvance For Purchase Or Construction Of House (APB&OCWWB)Financial assistance scheme for construction workers in Arunachal Pradesh to purchase or build a house.
StateAdvance/High Skill Training in CoirThe Advance/High Skill Training in Coir scheme in Puducherry offers skill development for coir artisans with financial support.
CentralAgnipath YojanaAgnipath Yojana recruits youth for four years in the Armed Forces, offering a one-time financial benefit upon completion.
CentralAgri-Clinics And Agri-Business Centres SchemeThe Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centres Scheme supports agricultural graduates in establishing self-employment ventures.
CentralAICTE – Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) SchemeThe AICTE – Mitacs Globalink Research Internship offers Indian students a chance to conduct research in Canada for 12 weeks.
StateAmma Two Wheeler Scheme for Working WomenThe Amma Two Wheeler Scheme for Working Women in Tamil Nadu provides financial assistance for purchasing two-wheelers to empower working women.
StateAsangathit Karmakaar Silai Machine Sahayata YojanaThe Asangathit Karmakaar Silai Machine Sahayata Yojana provides annual sewing machines to eligible women in Chhattisgarh.
StateAssistance for Technology AcquisitionThe scheme offers financial assistance for technology acquisition to entrepreneurs in Puducherry.
StateAssistance to Traditional Pottery MakersThe scheme offers financial aid to traditional pottery makers in Kerala for modernizing their craft.
StateBasic Agriculture Training Centre SchemeThe Basic Agriculture Training Centre Scheme in Meghalaya offers vocational training and financial support to unemployed rural youth.
StateBicycle Scheme (HBOCWWB)The Bicycle Scheme (HBOCWWB) provides financial aid to registered construction workers in Haryana for purchasing bicycles.
StateBicycle/Sewing Machine Assistance Scheme (UKBOCWWB)The Bicycle/Sewing Machine Assistance Scheme provides one-time benefits to construction workers in Uttarakhand.
StateBiju Patnaik Bravery AwardThe Biju Patnaik Bravery Award honors acts of bravery by individuals in Odisha with a cash prize and recognition.
CentralBiotechnology Career Advancement And Re-orientation (BioCARe) Programme For Women ScientistsThe BioCARe Programme supports female scientists in India with funding for research projects in biotechnology.
StateCapital Investment Subsidy (for New and Existing Industries)The Capital Investment Subsidy scheme in Puducherry offers financial support to new and existing industries.
StateCapital Investment Subsidy SchemeThe Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme in Goa offers financial support to eligible IT units for capital investments.
StateCapital Investment Subsidy: Thrust Area IndustriesThe Capital Investment Subsidy for Thrust Area Industries in Puducherry supports entrepreneurs with a one-time subsidy for plant and machinery investments.
CentralCentral Vigilance Commission (CVC) Internship SchemeThe CVC Internship Scheme offers stipends to students for gaining experience with the Central Vigilance Commission.
StateCertification Program for Goan IT ProfessionalsThe Certification Program for Goan IT Professionals offers financial support for IT certification costs in Goa.
StateChief Minister's Adarsh Gram Yojana 2017The Chief Minister's Adarsh Gram Yojana 2017 aims to develop model villages in Arunachal Pradesh with essential amenities.
StateChief Minister's Jeevan Jyoti Swaniyojan YojanaThe Chief Minister's Jeevan Jyoti Swaniyojan Yojana offers financial assistance for self-employment to educated unemployed youth in Assam.
StateChief Minister’s Yuva Kaushal YojanaThe Chief Minister’s Yuva Kaushal Yojana offers skill training and financial support to youth in Arunachal Pradesh.
StateChief Ministers Special Rural Development Fund (CMSRDF)The Chief Ministers Special Rural Development Fund (CMSRDF) supports local development projects in Meghalaya's rural areas.
CentralConsortia & Tender Marketing SchemeThe Consortia & Tender Marketing Scheme supports micro and small enterprises in participating in government and private tenders.
StateConversion/Modernisation of Mechanised Fishing Boats for Deep Sea FishingThe scheme offers financial assistance for converting or modernizing mechanized fishing boats in Puducherry.
CentralDBT-Research Associateship (DBT-RA) ProgrammeThe DBT-Research Associateship Programme offers financial support for postdoctoral research in biotechnology.
StateDeen Dayal Upadhyaya Bunkar YojanaThe Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Bunkar Yojana supports women weavers in Arunachal Pradesh with interest subvention on loans.
StateDevelopment of HandicraftsThe Development of Handicrafts scheme in Puducherry supports artisans through training and financial assistance.
StateEmployment IncentiveThe Employment Incentive scheme in Puducherry offers a wage subsidy to encourage local employment.
CentralEntrepreneurship and Skill Development ProgrammeThe Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme supports aspiring entrepreneurs through training and skill enhancement.
StateEntrepreneurship Development by SC & ST Women in Science Technology Engineering MathematicsThis scheme supports unemployed SC and ST women in Kerala to become entrepreneurs in STEM fields with financial assistance.
StateEstablishing Aavin Parlour for Differently Abled PersonsThis scheme promotes self-employment for differently abled individuals by establishing Aavin parlours in Tamil Nadu.
StateExposure Tour for the Coir ArtisansThe Exposure Tour for Coir Artisans in Puducherry offers skill enhancement opportunities through visits to coir units in other states.
StateFinancial Assistance To Fishermen For Purchase of Fisheries Requisites (Gill Net/ River Gill Net with Accessories)Goa's scheme offers a 50% subsidy for fishermen to purchase gill nets and accessories.
StateFinancial Assistance To Purchase Singel Net / Small Rampon Net & Its AccessoriesGoa's scheme offers a 50% subsidy for traditional fishermen to purchase fishing nets and accessories.
StateFinancial Assistance To Self-Employment For Trained Disabled PersonsThis scheme offers financial aid to trained disabled individuals in Maharashtra for self-employment.
StateGatidhara SchemeThe Gatidhara Scheme provides financial assistance to unemployed youth in West Bengal for purchasing commercial vehicles.
StateGo Green SchemeThe Go Green Scheme in Gujarat offers subsidies for electric two-wheelers to laborers and industrial workers.
StateGo-Green Three Wheelers Scheme (GBOCWWB)The Go-Green Three Wheelers Scheme offers subsidies for e-rickshaw purchases to disabled construction workers in Gujarat.
StateGodhan Nyay YojanaThe Godhan Nyay Yojana supports cattle rearers in Chhattisgarh by purchasing cow dung at ₹2 per kg.
StateGrant for the Purchase of Work Related Tools for the Construction WorkersThis scheme provides a one-time grant of ₹5,000 to registered construction workers in Delhi for purchasing work-related tools.
StateGrant of Margin Money for Availing Capital LoanThis scheme offers margin money to entrepreneurs in Puducherry for establishing or revitalizing coir industries.
StateHIMAYAT- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya-Grameen Kaushalya YojanaHIMAYAT is a skill development program in Jammu and Kashmir aimed at unemployed youth, providing training and post-placement support.
StateHP Minorities Finance & Development CorporationThe HP Minorities Finance & Development Corporation offers loans for self-employment to minority communities in Himachal Pradesh.
CentralHunar Se Rozgar TakHunar Se Rozgar Tak provides financial support to institutes for skill development in hospitality for underprivileged individuals.
CentralICRO Amrit Internship ProgrammeThe ICRO Amrit Internship Programme offers a monthly stipend to youth for skill development in agriculture-related fields.
CentralIncubation SchemeThe Incubation Scheme provides financial support to individuals and MSMEs for developing innovative ideas.
CentralIndian Community Welfare FundThe Indian Community Welfare Fund provides assistance to Overseas Indians in distress situations.
StateIndira Gandhi Shehri Credit Card YojanaThe Indira Gandhi Shehri Credit Card Yojana offers interest-free loans to small business operators in Rajasthan.
CentralIndirect Tax Internship SchemeThe Indirect Tax Internship Scheme offers stipends to law students and graduates interning with CBIC.
StateInfrastructure SubsidyThe Infrastructure Subsidy in Puducherry offers financial support for investments in large-scale industrial infrastructure.
StateIntegrated Sheep Development SchemeThe Integrated Sheep Development Scheme offers financial assistance for establishing sheep and goat units in Jammu and Kashmir.
CentralInternship Policy of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)The ICCR Internship Policy offers students a chance to gain experience in cultural diplomacy with a monthly honorarium.
StateInternship Policy Of The Madhya Pradesh Tourism BoardThe Internship Policy of the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board offers stipends to students in hospitality and tourism-related courses.
CentralInternship Programme By The Ministry Of External AffairsThe Ministry of External Affairs offers an internship program for students to engage with foreign policy and gain practical experience.
CentralInternship Programme Of The Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (MoEFCC)The Internship Programme of the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau offers students a chance to engage with wildlife crime issues.
CentralInternship Scheme by UIDAIThe Internship Scheme by UIDAI offers students exposure to technology and management fields with a stipend.
StateKARMASHREE- The Chief Minister's Award For Excellence In Public AdministrationKARMASHREE recognizes exemplary public administration work by Assam state government officers with annual awards.
StateLIDCOM Training SchemeThe LIDCOM Training Scheme in Maharashtra offers training for students from the Charmakar community to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
StateLivelihood Support To Marine Fishermen During Fishing Ban PeriodAnnual financial aid for marine fishermen in Odisha during the fishing ban period.
CentralLoan Based Schemes For Safai Karamchari - Sanitary Marts SchemeThe Loan Based Schemes For Safai Karamchari - Sanitary Marts Scheme offers financial support for setting up Sanitary Marts.
StateMadhugram Scheme UttarakhandThe Madhugram Scheme in Uttarakhand offers financial assistance for beekeeping to promote self-employment among youth.
StateManav Garima YojanaManav Garima Yojana provides tool kits for self-employment to Scheduled Caste individuals in Gujarat.
StateMeghalaya Agriculture Response Vehicle SchemeThe Meghalaya Agriculture Response Vehicle Scheme offers 50% financial aid for purchasing commercial vehicles to support agricultural transport.
StateMigrants Employment Generation ProgrammeThe Migrants Employment Generation Programme supports Tamil Nadu returnees in starting small businesses with financial assistance.
CentralMission Solar CharkhaMission Solar Charkha aims to create solar-powered clusters for artisans, enhancing employment and rural development.
StateMMKY-Financial Assistance for New Boat, Engine, and NetThe MMKY scheme provides financial assistance for new fishing boats, engines, and nets to eligible fishermen in Odisha.
StateMotivation of Unemployed Persons to Start Self-employed EnterprisesThis scheme promotes self-employment among unemployed individuals in Puducherry by providing loans for business ventures.
StateMotivation Of Unemployed Persons To Start Self-Employed Enterprises SchemeThe MUPSES scheme supports unemployed individuals in Puducherry to start self-employed enterprises with financial assistance.
StateMotorisation of Traditional CraftsThe Motorisation of Traditional Crafts scheme in Odisha provides financial assistance to traditional fishermen for motorizing their boats.
StateMukhayamantri Saur Swarojgar YojnaThe Mukhayamantri Saur Swarojgar Yojna offers collateral-free loans to small entrepreneurs in Uttarakhand.
StateMukhyamantri Asangathit Karmakar Cycle Sahayata YojanaThe Mukhyamantri Asangathit Karmakar Cycle Sahayata Yojana provides free cycles to eligible unorganized female workers in Chhattisgarh.
StateMukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh YojanaThe Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana offers interest-free loans to women entrepreneurs in Gujarat.
StateNai Hetu Avashyak Upkaran Sahayata YojanaThe Nai Hetu Avashyak Upkaran Sahayata Yojana supports unorganized workers in Chhattisgarh by providing essential work equipment.
CentralNational Awards For Outstanding Services In The Field Of Prevention Of Alcoholism And Substance (Drug) AbuseRecognizes outstanding contributions in preventing alcoholism and substance abuse with awards for individuals and institutions.
CentralNational Centre For Communications Security (NCCS) Internship SchemeThe NCCS Internship Scheme offers students a chance to gain practical experience in communications security.
StateNew Entrepreneur-cum-enterprise Development Scheme (NEEDS)The New Entrepreneur-cum-enterprise Development Scheme (NEEDS) supports first-generation entrepreneurs in Tamil Nadu with training and financial assistance.
CentralNIELIT Internship ProgrammeThe NIELIT Internship Programme offers students practical experience in electronics and information technology with a monthly stipend.
StateNirmaan Shramik Mrtyu Evan Divyaang Sahaayata YojanaThe Nirmaan Shramik Mrtyu Evan Divyaang Sahaayata Yojana provides financial aid to families of deceased or disabled construction workers in Chhattisgarh.
StateNirman Shramikon ke Liye Vyavsayik Rin Par Byaj ki Punarbharan YojanaThis scheme provides interest reimbursement on business loans for construction workers in Rajasthan.
CentralNPC Students Internship ProgramThe NPC Students Internship Program offers practical training for students in various fields to enhance their skills and knowledge.
StateOne Time Cash Incentive towards Learning DrivingThis scheme offers a one-time cash incentive of ₹4,000 to unemployed ex-servicemen in Puducherry for learning to drive.
StateOutstanding ExporterThe Outstanding Exporter scheme in Puducherry awards cash to exceptional exporters to encourage industrial growth.
StatePayroll SubsidyThe Payroll Subsidy scheme in Tamil Nadu offers financial support to MSMEs by reimbursing EPF contributions for three years.
CentralPM SVANidhiCollateral-free working-capital loans for street vendors in rising tranches of ₹15,000, ₹25,000 and ₹50,000, with a 7% interest subsidy.
CentralPM VishwakarmaRecognition, training with a ₹500/day stipend, a ₹15,000 toolkit incentive and loans up to ₹3 lakh at 5% for artisans in 18 traditional trades.
CentralPradhan Mantri Credit Scheme for Powerloom WeaversThe Pradhan Mantri Credit Scheme for Powerloom Weavers offers financial support to powerloom units through subsidies and loans.
CentralPradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana - Special ProjectsThe Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana - Special Projects aims to provide skill training to marginalized groups in India.
CentralProduction Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Telecom & Networking Products Manufacturing in IndiaThe PLI Scheme aims to enhance domestic manufacturing of telecom and networking products in India through financial incentives.
CentralRaising And Accelerating MSME Productivity (RAMP)RAMP provides financial support to MSMEs in select states to boost productivity and competitiveness.
StateRegistration & Stamp Duty Subsidy SchemeThe Registration & Stamp Duty Subsidy Scheme in Goa offers financial assistance for stamp duty to eligible IT units.
CentralRelief and Rehabilitation Assistance to Sri Lankan Refugees in the Refugee CampsThis scheme provides financial and material assistance to Sri Lankan refugees in camps in India.
StateRise TogetherRise Together provides financial assistance to youth in Jammu and Kashmir for community-oriented entrepreneurship.
StateSamruddhi SchemeThe Samruddhi Scheme in Karnataka supports SC entrepreneurs with a one-time subsidy for business activities.
CentralSpecial Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled TribeThe SCLCSS provides a 25% subsidy for SC/ST MSEs on institutional finance for purchasing equipment.
CentralSummer Internship Scheme Of DGFTThe Summer Internship Scheme of DGFT offers students a chance to engage with foreign trade policy while receiving monthly remuneration.
StateSympathetic Assistance and Handholding for Youth Transformation and Amelioration - SAHAYTASAHAYTA provides financial aid for self-employment to youth in Jammu and Kashmir affected by violence or loss.
StateTejaswini-the RadiantTejaswini-the Radiant offers financial support to young women in Jammu and Kashmir for self-employment ventures.