Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes)
in Uttarakhand
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Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes) in Uttarakhand
Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes) in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to promote self-employment among Scheduled Tribe individuals through financial support, including loans, margin money, and grants.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
The applicant's age must be between 18 and 50 years.
The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-.
Benefits
> **Financial Assistance:**
Project Cost: Between ₹50,000/- and ₹2,00,000/-.
Bank Loan: 60% of the project cost
Margin Money: 30% of the project cost, repayable at 7% annual interest in 60 monthly installments
Grant: Up to ₹50,000/-.
> **Beneficiary Contribution:**
No contribution for project cost up to ₹1,00,000/-
10% contribution for project cost between ₹1,01,000/- and ₹2,00,000/-
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Passport-size Photograph |
| 2 | Voter ID |
| 3 | Aadhaar Card |
| 4 | Disability Certificate (If applicable) |
| 5 | Caste Certificate (If applicable) |
| 6 | Any Other Document if Required |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes) in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Scheduled Tribes) in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only Scheduled Tribe residents of Uttarakhand aged 18 to 50 years.