Livelihood Opportunity Promotion Scheme (Disabled)
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Banking,Financial Services and Insurance,Skills & Employment,Business & Entrepreneurship,Banking and money,Loan,Career information,Entrepreneurship development,Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme aims to promote self-reliance among persons with disabilities through grants, term loans, and margin money assistance.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand. 1. The applicant must possess a minimum of 40% disability. 1. The applicant’s annual family income must not exceed ₹2,00,000 in urban areas and ₹1,60,000/- in rural areas. 1. The applicant’s age must be between 18 and 50 years.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
Application Process: Step 1: The interested applicant downloads the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="application form" nis:value=http://www.ukbvvn.org.in/Download/ApplicationFormFormatJeevika.pdf nis:enabled=true/> from the official website. Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required). Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the office of the Vikas Khand (Block Development) Office. <br> Selection Process: Step 1: The application will be forwarded to the District Social Welfare Officer. Step 2: A District-Level Committee, headed by the District Social Welfare Officer, will review the proposals and select beneficiaries.
Required Documents
- - Passport-size Photograph.
- - Voter ID.
- - Aadhaar Card.
- - Disability Certificate.
- - Caste Certificate (If applicable).
- - Any Other Document if Required.
FAQs
Who can apply under this scheme?
Any Uttarakhand resident with at least 40% disability and within the age and income limits.
What is the income limit for applicants?
₹2,00,000 per year for urban residents and ₹1,60,000 for rural residents.
How much grant is provided?
Up to ₹10,000, depending on project cost and scheme type.
What is the interest rate on loans?
6% for term loans and 4% for margin money loans.
Can a person with UDID card apply?
Yes, the UDID card is valid proof of disability for this scheme.
Do I need a business plan?
Yes, a project proposal or cost estimate must be submitted.
Can I apply online?
No, the process is offline for the application.
Where do I apply for the scheme?
At your local Development Block Office in Uttarakhand.
Who selects the beneficiaries?
A district-level committee headed by the District Social Welfare Officer.
How do I know my application status?
Contact the Development Block or the District Social Welfare Office.