In a significant development during the cabinet meeting held on 12th September 2023, the government of Assam unveiled its draft guidelines for the “Mukhya Mantri Atmanirbhar Asom” initiative. This visionary program aims to stimulate employment opportunities by facilitating the establishment of new entrepreneurial ventures across the state. These guidelines outline a comprehensive plan to empower aspiring entrepreneurs, provide them with financial assistance, and equip them with the necessary skills to succeed in their business endeavours. In this article, we will delve into the key aspects of this initiative, including beneficiary coverage, financial support, and implementation details.
Atmanirbhar Scheme Details :
Name of Scheme: Mukhya Mantri Atmanirbhar Asom
Type of Scheme: Financial Assistance
Financial Year: 2023-2024 and 2024-2025
Name of Organization: Government of Assam
No of Beneficiaries: 2 Lakh Beneficiaries in Two Years.
Financial Assistance: 2 Lakh/ 3 Lakh/ 5 Lakh Rupees in two installments.
Date of Launch: 23rd September 2023
Eligibility Criteria of Atmanirbhar Scheme
Residentship: Beneficiaries must be permanent residents of Assam.
Age Limit: The beneficiary’s age should fall within the range of 18 to 45 years.
Educational Qualification: To be eligible for this scheme, beneficiaries must have a minimum qualification of passing Class 10.
Skill Qualification: Beneficiaries should possess the necessary skills and knowledge, such as those acquired through ITI or Diploma programs, to engage in income-generating activities.
Loan Defaults: Beneficiaries must not have a history of loan defaults.
Government Service: Beneficiaries should not come from families with government service holders or pensioners.
Income: Only candidates falling under the BPL category are eligible.
Family: Only one member per family is eligible for this scheme.
Employment Exchange: Beneficiaries must have been registered with the Employment Exchange before 1st April 2023 to be eligible.
Beneficiary Coverage
The Mukhya Mantri Atmanirbhar Asom initiative aims to target 2 lakh eligible beneficiaries over the next two years. The first phase will focus on assisting 1 lakh individuals during the fiscal year 2023-24, followed by another 1 lakh in the fiscal year 2024-25. This ambitious approach underscores the government’s commitment to tackling unemployment and fostering economic growth in Assam.
How to Apply :
Candidates satisfying all the required eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification will be able to submit their online applications through the official web portal before the last date of application. Candidates have to apply in the prescribed form through online mode only. No other mode for submission of application is allowed.
Important Dates :
Application Start Date : 23rd September 2023
Application Last Date : Notified later.
Important Links :
Online Application Link : 23-09-2023
Download Official Notification : 23-09-2023
Cabinet Meeting Notice : Click Here
Visit Official Website : Click Here
