What do you get under PM-AJAY?
For SC families: grants for income-generating projects and skill training (the grant part of a bank-linked project), development of SC-majority villages (Adarsh Gram), and hostels.
Who is eligible for PM-AJAY?
- SC persons from families below the poverty line (or as set by the state), for the grant component.
Documents needed for PM-AJAY
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for PM-AJAY
- Apply through the district social welfare office or the state SC development corporation, which selects beneficiaries under PM-AJAY.
Common questions
Who is eligible for PM-AJAY?
SC persons from families below the poverty line (or as set by the state), for the grant component.
How much do I get under PM-AJAY?
For SC families: grants for income-generating projects and skill training (the grant part of a bank-linked project), development of SC-majority villages (Adarsh Gram), and hostels.
What documents do I need for PM-AJAY?
Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Income certificate; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Business proof or plan (Udyam, vending certificate, quotation).
How do I apply for PM-AJAY?
Apply through the district social welfare office or the state SC development corporation, which selects beneficiaries under PM-AJAY. Official site: https://pmajay.dosje.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for PM-AJAY?
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.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 1 May 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.