Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS)
in Meghalaya
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Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS) in Meghalaya
Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Meghalaya.
Apply for Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS) in Meghalaya
Scheme Overview
The objective of this scheme is to empower young people and youth organisations by providing financial support for development activities. It aims to encourage youth participation in community service, sports, cultural events, and leadership initiatives across Meghalaya.
Eligibility Criteria
**For Youth Organisations**
The organisation should be a registered society, trust, charitable organisation, Section 8 company, or not-for-profit entity under the Societies Registration Act of 1860 for at least 3 months.
The organisation should maintain financial accounts with a clear framework for effective and transparent management.
The organisation should have primary beneficiaries under the age of 35 and be open to all citizens of the state without distinction of religion, race, caste, or language.
The organisation should have at least 50% of registered members under the age of 35 as of the application date.
The organisation should not be blacklisted or barred by any government or private entity and should have no pending or ongoing litigation related to misconduct, misappropriation of funds, or sexual harassment.
**For Individuals**
The applicant should be a citizen of Meghalaya and under the age of 35 as of the application date.
The applicant should have a bank account in their name (single or joint account).
The applicant should be able to provide proof of selection for the competition or event for which the grant is being requested.
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Benefits
Financial assistance of up to INR 1.00 lakh per financial year may be sanctioned to eligible youth organisations or individuals.
Up to 10% of the total applications may receive a higher amount of financial support.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Registration Certificate of the organisation |
| 2 | Programme/Activity Brief |
| 3 | Detailed Cost Breakup/Budget |
| 4 | Bank Account Details (bank name, account number, IFSC) |
| 5 | Declaration of Non‑Blacklisting |
| 6 | ID Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID) |
| 7 | Proof of Selection for Competition/Event |
| 8 | Bank Account Details (single or joint account) |
| 9 | List of members with age details (for organisations) |
| 10 | Proof of age/identity for members |
| 11 | Details of previous projects (if any) |
How to Apply in Meghalaya
Sign In/Register
Online Sign In/Register
Step 1: Visit the official YESS Meghalaya website.
Online Step 1: Visit the official YESS Meghalaya website.
Step 2:Enter your mobile number and click Get OTP; enter the OTP received on your mobile to verify.
Online Step 2:Enter your mobile number and click Get OTP; enter the OTP received on your mobile to verify.
Step 3: For first-time users, fill in your basic details marked with *, such as name, village, gender, and district.
Online Step 3: For first-time users, fill in your basic details marked with *, such as name, village, gender, and district.
Step 4: Fill in the organisation details (if applicable) and list of registered members; multiple members can be added using the + icon.
Online Step 4: Fill in the organisation details (if applicable) and list of registered members; multiple members can be added using the + icon.
Step 5: After completing all details, review the form, save it as a draft if needed, and then submit the application.
Online Step 5: After completing all details, review the form, save it as a draft if needed, and then submit the application.
Common questions in Meghalaya
Who can apply for Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS) in Meghalaya?
Eligible residents of Meghalaya who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS) in Meghalaya?
Applicants in Meghalaya typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Youth Engagement through Empowered Youth Organisations (YESS Meghalaya) is a youth support scheme launched by the Government of Meghalaya through the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs to empower and engage young people and youth organisations for grassroots development activities. <br>