Unemployment Allowance for the Educated Unemployed Youth Scheme

Description
The scheme “Unemployment Allowance for the Educated Unemployed Youth Scheme” is implemented by the Directorate of Employment, Government of Haryana. The scheme was introduced on 01.11.1988 which provides monthly unemployment allowance to the educated unemployed youth registered with the Employment Exchanges in Haryana. Applicants who have passed the 10+2 examination or hold a 2-year certificate/diploma course after Matric receive ₹900/- per month. Those with a Graduate degree or above, or who have completed a 3-year certificate/diploma course after the 10+2 examination, receive ₹1,500/- per month. The scheme supports educated youth in their job search and reduces financial stress during unemployment.

Exclusions
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Benefits
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• **Sl. No.****Qualification****Rate of Unemployment Allowance**110+2 or equivalent₹900/- per month2Graduates/Post Graduates or equivalent₹1,500/- per month

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be domicile of Haryana.
2. Applicants are eligible if they have passed the 10+2 examination, completed a 2-year certificate/diploma after Matric from a Haryana-recognized Board/University, hold a Graduate degree or higher, or completed a 3-year certificate/diploma or above after the 10+2 examination.
3. The applicant should be registered with any Employment Exchange in the State continuously for a minimum period of 3 years or more as on 1st November of each year.
4. The annual family income from all sources including that of the spouse should not exceed ₹3,00,000/- or the family should not have residential or commercial property exceeding ₹10.00 Lakhs in value or agriculture land in excess of 2 hectares.
5. The applicant should be in the age group of 21-35 years.
6. The applicant should not be a student/trainee/apprentice.
7. The applicant should not be employed/self-employed.
8. The applicant should not be a dismissed Government employee.
9. The applicant should not have been convicted of any offense resulting in imprisonment for a period of six months or more.
10. The applicant should not be registered in the Saksham Yuva Scheme of the Employment Department.
11. **Note:**
12. - “Family” means a group of individuals who share ties of blood, marriage, or adoption; a group residing together and consisting of parents, children, and other relatives by blood or marriage; a group of individuals residing together who have consented to an arrangement similar to ties of blood or marriage.
13. - “Family Income” means the gross annual income of the family where the eligible applicant is associated as a family member.
14. - In case of a married female, in-Laws ration card is mandatory (Joint and Separate).

Required Documents
• Family ID (PPP document)
• Attestation of Residential or Commercial Property by Revenue Authority
• Self-Declaration Form
• Valid ID card of Employment Registration currently on Live Register on: https://hrex.gov.in
• Haryana Domicile Certificate duly attested by the competent authority issued Vide Haryana State Instructions No. 22/28/2003
• Self-Attested copies of all the educational certificate
• Ration Card (In case of married females in Separate))
• 2 Passport size photographs of the applicant
• Aadhaar Card copy
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar-linked Bank A/c Passbook will be accepted
• Any other document as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When was this scheme introduced?
A: The scheme was introduced on 1st November 1988.

Q: Who is eligible for the ₹900/- monthly allowance?
A: Applicants who have passed the 10+2 examination or hold a 2-year certificate/diploma course after Matric are eligible for [?]900 per month.

Q: Who qualifies for the ₹1,500 monthly allowance?
A: Applicants with a Graduate degree or above, or those who have completed a 3-year certificate/diploma course after the 10+2 examination, qualify for [?]1,500 per month.

Q: What are the age criteria for the scheme?
A: Applicants must be between 21 to 35 years old.

Q: Is it necessary to be a domicile of Haryana to apply?
A: Yes, applicants must be domiciles of Haryana.

Q: How long must an applicant be registered with an Employment Exchange in Haryana?
A: Applicants must be registered continuously for a minimum of 3 years as of 1st November of each year.

Q: What is the maximum annual family income to be eligible for the allowance?
A: The family's annual income from all sources should not exceed [?]3,00,000/-.

Q: What are the property criteria for eligibility?
A: The family should not have residential or commercial property exceeding [?]10 lakhs in value or agricultural land exceeding 2 hectares.

Q: Can a student apply for this allowance?
A: No, students, trainees, or apprentices are not eligible for this scheme.

Q: Can self-employed individuals apply for the allowance?
A: No, self-employed individuals are not eligible.

Q: Are dismissed government employees eligible for this scheme?
A: No, dismissed government employees cannot apply for this scheme.

Q: What is the requirement regarding criminal records?
A: Applicants should not have been convicted of any offense resulting in imprisonment for six months or more.

Q: Can applicants registered in the Saksham Yuva Scheme apply?
A: No, those registered in the Saksham Yuva Scheme are not eligible.

Q: How is 'family' defined for this scheme?
A: A family includes individuals related by blood, marriage, or adoption who reside together, such as parents, children, and other relatives.

Q: How is 'family income' defined?
A: Family income is the gross annual income of the family where the eligible applicant is a member.

Q: How can eligible applicants apply for the scheme?
A: Eligible applicants can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal at https://saralharyana.gov.in/.