What do you get under YESS Meghalaya?
Grants for registered youth organisations to run youth activities (the launch notice put the limit at ₹1 lakh), and grants for travel or logistics for young people selected for regional, national or international events. Up to two grants a year, paid in two equal instalments.
The revised guidelines let the Screening Committee decide the grant size; the ₹1 lakh limit is from the 2022 launch notice.
YESS Meghalaya: latest updates
- Budget 2026-27: 1,500 youth groups with nearly 10,000 members supported so far. official source
Who is eligible for YESS Meghalaya?
- Youth organisations: registered society, trust, section 8 company or not-for-profit body for at least 3 months, open to all, with at least half its members under 35 and mainly serving people under 35.
- Individuals: residents of Meghalaya under 35 with a bank account in their name and proof of selection for the event or competition.
Also check:
- The second instalment is released only after the first is used and checked by the District Sports Officer; a second grant in the same year needs the first project closed.
Documents needed for YESS Meghalaya
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How to apply for YESS Meghalaya
- Sign in on yessmeghalaya.in with your mobile number (OTP) and read the YESS guidelines.
- Apply as a youth organisation or as an individual and fill in the project or event details.
- The Screening Committee of the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs approves the grant; the money goes to the applicant’s bank account.
How to check YESS Meghalaya status
- Sign in on yessmeghalaya.in to see your application, or ask your District Sports Officer.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for YESS Meghalaya?
Youth organisations: registered society, trust, section 8 company or not-for-profit body for at least 3 months, open to all, with at least half its members under 35 and mainly serving people under 35. Individuals: residents of Meghalaya under 35 with a bank account in their name and proof of selection for the event or competition.
How much do I get under YESS Meghalaya?
Grants for registered youth organisations to run youth activities (the launch notice put the limit at ₹1 lakh), and grants for travel or logistics for young people selected for regional, national or international events. Up to two grants a year, paid in two equal instalments. The revised guidelines let the Screening Committee decide the grant size; the ₹1 lakh limit is from the 2022 launch notice.
What documents do I need for YESS Meghalaya?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Mobile number for OTP; Self-declaration in the prescribed form.
How do I apply for YESS Meghalaya?
Sign in on yessmeghalaya.in with your mobile number (OTP) and read the YESS guidelines. Apply as a youth organisation or as an individual and fill in the project or event details. The Screening Committee of the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs approves the grant; the money goes to the applicant’s bank account. Official site: https://yessmeghalaya.in/signin.php
How do I check YESS Meghalaya status?
Sign in on yessmeghalaya.in to see your application, or ask your District Sports Officer.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for YESS Meghalaya?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much grant does YESS Meghalaya give?
The launch notice put the limit at ₹1 lakh for youth organisations; the Screening Committee decides the amount. Up to two grants a year are allowed.
Can an individual apply under YESS?
Yes, if you are under 35, from Meghalaya, and have been selected for a regional, national or international event.
Where do I apply?
Online on yessmeghalaya.in.
Official sources
- Govt of Meghalaya press release: YESS launched (27 June 2022)
- YESS Meghalaya revised guidelines (notification of 3 July 2023)
- Meghalaya Budget Speech 2026-27 (para 3.5.2)
- YESS Meghalaya portal
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.