Social welfare & Empowerment Schemes in Karnataka

74 schemes found

Browse 74 Social welfare & Empowerment government schemes available to residents of Karnataka in 2026. This page combines centrally-sponsored social welfare & empowerment programmes that residents of Karnataka are eligible for, plus state-level social welfare & empowerment schemes run by the Karnataka government. For each scheme, you can review eligibility criteria, benefits, required documents, and the official application process — including state-specific portals, helplines, and recent disbursement updates where available.

Top 3 Social welfare & Empowerment schemes in Karnataka

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Bhagyalaxmi Scheme

The prime goal of this scheme aims to promote the birth of girl children in below poverty line(BPL) families and to raise the status of the girl child in the fa...

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Employees' Pension Scheme

The scheme ensures retirement security for employees covered under the EPF Act, offering monthly pensions, family pensions, and withdrawal benefits. It targets ...

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Gallantry Medal – PMG/GM

The scheme aims to honour exceptional and conspicuous acts of gallantry. Through this scheme, medals, a Presidential scroll, and monthly monetary allowances are...

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Good Samaritan Scheme

Launched on 3rd Oct 2021 by the MoRTH, the scheme grants an award to the good samaritan who has saved the life of a victim of a fatal accident (involving a moto...

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Green Business Scheme

Green Business Scheme has been launched by the National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation to provide financial assistance in the form of loa...

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Griha Lakshmi Scheme

The scheme "Griha Lakshmi" aims to provide financial assistance to women heads of households in Karnataka. The scheme offers a monthly benefit of ₹2,000/- to el...

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Social welfare & Empowerment in Karnataka — FAQs

How many Social welfare & Empowerment schemes are available in Karnataka?

There are 74 Social welfare & Empowerment schemes currently listed on DeshSeva for residents of Karnataka, combining both centrally-sponsored and state-run programmes.

Who can apply for Social welfare & Empowerment schemes in Karnataka?

Eligibility varies per scheme. Generally, residents of Karnataka with valid identity (Aadhaar) and state residency proof can apply for the central social welfare & empowerment schemes; state-level programmes additionally check Karnataka domicile and category-specific criteria like income, age, occupation or BPL status.

How do I apply for a Social welfare & Empowerment scheme in Karnataka online?

Open any scheme card below and read its application steps. Centrally-sponsored schemes are typically applied at the national portal, while Karnataka-run programmes use the state department's portal. Each scheme page on DeshSeva links the exact official portal and helpline.

Is this list of Social welfare & Empowerment schemes for Karnataka up to date for 2026?

Yes — DeshSeva keeps the Social welfare & Empowerment × Karnataka scheme list refreshed against the latest centrally-sponsored notifications and state department updates. Each scheme page also shows a "Last updated" date so you know when it was reviewed.

What documents do I typically need for Social welfare & Empowerment schemes in Karnataka?

Most Social welfare & Empowerment applications in Karnataka require Aadhaar, Karnataka residency proof, a bank account in the applicant's name, a recent photograph, and category-specific documents (caste/income/disability/BPL certificate where applicable). The exact list is on each scheme page.