Tribal Welfare Government Schemes List (2026)
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Verified Welfare & Subsidy Programs
Van Dhan Vikas Yojana (VDVY) & TRIFED Minimum Support Price Support for Minor Forest Produce
Livelihood promotion scheme for Scheduled Tribes engaged in Minor Forest Produce collection, providing Van Dhan Vikas Kendras for value addition and a guaranteed Minimum Support Price for over 80 MFP items.
Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan
A holistic development initiative targeting tribal-majority villages to bridge gaps in social infrastructure such as education, clean cooking fuel, drinking water, roads, and digital connectivity.
Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN)
Flagship initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs delivering essential services—housing, clean water, road connectivity, electricity, health and education—to Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across India.
Mukhyamantri SC/ST Udyami Yojana (Bihar)
Rs. 10 Lakhs project assistance for SC/ST entrepreneurs in Bihar with 50% as non-refundable grant.
Uttar Pradesh Tribal Livelihood, Skill Development and Forest Rights Scheme
The scheme provides vocational skill training and facilitates legal land title distribution under the Forest Rights Act for Scheduled Tribe families residing in forest areas of Uttar Pradesh.
UP SC/ST Entrepreneur Support Scheme
Provides enhanced subsidy and handholding support for SC/ST entrepreneurs in UP.
ST Pre/Post Matric Scholarships & Ashram Schools (Uttar Pradesh)
Provides educational grants and residential schooling facilities to Scheduled Tribe students residing in Uttar Pradesh.
GOAL Programme & Sickle Cell Elimination Mission
Integrated initiative offering digital leadership mentorship for Scheduled Tribe youth and free genetic testing, counseling, and treatment for Sickle Cell Anaemia in tribal populations.
Uttar Pradesh Tribal Development Projects – Sonbhadra Outreach Scheme
Special development grant for tribal-dominated districts of Uttar Pradesh to install hand pumps, solar grids, health outposts, and primary classrooms in remote ST hamlets.
Bihar Integrated Tribal Development & Home Building Scheme
State‑run initiative providing housing subsidies and infrastructure support to Scheduled Tribe families in Bihar.
ST Post-Matric & Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme, Bihar
Financial assistance for Scheduled Tribe students domiciled in Bihar studying at pre-matric and post-matric levels, covering tuition fees, maintenance allowance, and related charges via direct benefit transfer.
ST Hostel Scheme & Book Grant for ST Students, Bihar
Provides free hostel accommodation and an annual book grant to Scheduled Tribe students studying in recognized educational institutions in Bihar.
Special Central Assistance to Tribal Sub‑Scheme and Article 275(1) Grants
Umbrella financial assistance program providing Special Central Assistance (SCA) to the Tribal Sub‑Scheme and statutory grants under Article 275(1) of the Constitution for tribal area development.
UP SC/ST Farmer Development Scheme
Provides up to 90% subsidy on seeds and equipment to SC and ST farmers in UP.
Chief Minister ST Civil Services Incentive & Grant Scheme (Bihar)
One-time cash incentive for Scheduled Tribe candidates domiciled in Bihar who clear the UPSC or BPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination.
Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram
The Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram establishes Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) to provide skill upgradation and capacity building training for tribal gatherers, enabling value addition to Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and ensuring better price realization. It aims to transform tribal communities into entrepreneurs by leveraging traditional knowledge and forest resources.
PM JANMAN & Dharti Aaba Village Projects (2026-27) – Upcoming Funding Cycle
Upcoming funding cycle for village-level water, road, and housing infrastructure allocations for PVTG communities.
Van Dhan Vikas Centre Expansion and NGO Grant Applications for 2026-27
Expected registration window for tribal self-help groups and NGOs to establish processing units and avail welfare grants under the Van Dhan Vikas Scheme for FY 2026-27.