Bhargava Matching Scheme

Description
The "Bhargava Matching Scheme" was launched by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation. The scheme aims to catalyse, energize and strengthen the efforts of Individuals or groups of individuals or an association or an organization representing Brahmin Community. The funds will be utilized for creating permanent Assets viz. Andhra Kesari Bhavan Community Hall , Viswanadha Aarama Kshetram, Brahmin Old Age Homes, or any socially relevant activity for the community to meet the needs of beneficiaries in the areas of Education, Coaching, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Food and Shelter, etc., within the framework and policies of ABC Ltd.

Benefits
• Financial Support: Provides matching funds to double the community's financial contributions.
• Community Development: Enhances the overall development and strengthening of the Brahmin community by creating essential facilities.
• Encourages Philanthropy: Fosters a culture of giving within the Brahmin community.
• Permanent Assets Creation: Supports the construction of long-term infrastructure like community halls and old age homes.
• Educational and Skill Development: Funds projects in education and skill development, improving employability.
• Entrepreneurship Support: Promotes economic self-reliance and innovation within the community.
• Healthcare and Welfare: Improves overall well-being by funding healthcare, food, and shelter projects.

Eligibility Criteria
1. Individuals, groups of individuals, associations, or organizations representing the Brahmin community can participate in this scheme.
2. The society/trust must prepare cost estimates for construction projects or a detailed project report for socially relevant activities.
3. The society/trust must open a separate bank account and deposit 50% of the estimated project cost.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 01: Applicants have to visit the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click on "Scheme"
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Step 01: Applicants have to visit the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click on "Scheme"

Step 2: Step 02: Click on "Registration" After that application form will open
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Step 02: Click on "Registration" After that application form will open

Step 3: Step 03: Fill out the required details:
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Step-4: After submission receive the reference number.

Step 4: Step 01: Click on the “Services” link on the menu and select "Know your status".
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Step 01: Click on the “Services” link on the menu and select "Know your status".

Step 5: Step 02: Enter the Reference or Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to get the application status.
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Step 02: Enter the Reference or Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to get the application status.

Step 6: Step 03: Select the "Financial Year" and Fetch the details.
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Step 03: Select the "Financial Year" and Fetch the details.

Step 7: Step 01: Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip"
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Step 01: Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip"

Step 8: Step 02: Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the "Scheme"
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Step 02: Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the "Scheme"

Step 9: Step 03: Click on the "Submit"
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Step 03: Click on the "Submit"

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photo of a representative of the Society/Trust (in JPG format).
• Registration Certificate of the Society/Trust.
• Bye-laws/Trust Deed.
• Title deed of land, Possession Certificate, and Photo of the land.
• Project Report along with cost estimation statement for the construction of an asset.
• Bank A/c Passbook of Society/Trust with 50% cost deposited.
• Passport-size Photo of a representative of the Society/Trust (in JPG format).
• Registration Certificate of the Society/Trust.
• Bye-laws/Trust Deed.
• The nature of the project (Brief write-up).
• A letter from the organization intending to undertake the project.
• Project Report along with cost estimation statement and outcomes expected from the proposed project.
• Bank A/c Passbook of Society/Trust with 50% cost deposited.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can participate in the Bhargava Matching Scheme?
A: Individuals, groups of individuals, associations, or organizations representing the Brahmin community can participate in this scheme.

Q: What types of projects are eligible for funding under this scheme?
A: Projects for creating permanent assets like community halls, old age homes, and skill development centers, as well as socially relevant activities in education, coaching, skill development, entrepreneurship, healthcare, food, and shelter.

Q: How does the Bhargava Matching Scheme support the creation of permanent assets?
A: The scheme provides matching funds to support the construction of permanent assets like community halls, old age homes, and other facilities that benefit the Brahmin community.

Q: What should be done to identify land for constructing assets under this scheme?
A: Identify government land or donor's land with impeccable credentials. If it is government land, the Dy. Commissioner (Endowments) will take possession on behalf of ABC. If it is donor's land, the Society/Trust will take possession.

Q: Who takes possession of the land if it is provided by the government?
A: The concerned Dy. Commissioner (Endowments) will take possession of the land on behalf of ABC.

Q: How is the project report for asset construction prepared?
A: Prepare a detailed project report along with a cost estimation statement for the construction of the asset.

Q: How does the funding process work for asset construction?
A: A separate bank account is opened by the Society/Trust and 50% of the estimated amount is deposited. Another joint account is opened by the Dy. Commissioner (Endowments) and Society/Trust representative where ABC transfers the remaining 50%. The joint account is operated only after the initial 50% is exhausted.

Q: How can one contact the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation for assistance with applications?
A: Contact ABC at 1800 102 3579 for assistance with applications.

Q: How are project proposals for socially relevant activities evaluated?
A: ABC scrutinizes the proposals and sanctions the matching amount based on the project report, cost estimation, and expected outcomes.

Q: What is the role of the Society/Trust in managing the constructed asset?
A: The Society/Trust manages the property in consultation with ABC, adhering to the Corporation's priorities. If the land is provided by the government, ownership remains with ABC, but management is with the Society/Trust.