The Government of India has launched numerous schemes over the years to improve the quality of life for its citizens. These schemes provide access to loans, pensions, education, healthcare, and welfare programs.
This list includes central government schemes, loan schemes, pension schemes, schemes for women, and other government initiatives.
| S.No | Name of the Scheme | Launched On | Ministry in Charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agniveer Scheme or Agnipath Defence Policy Reform | 14 June 2022 | Ministry of Defence |
| 2 | Antyodaya Anna Yojana | 25 December 2000 | Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution |
| 3 | Atal Bhujal Yojana | 25 December 2019 | Ministry of Jal Shakti |
| 4 | Atal Pension Yojana | 1 May 2015 | Ministry of Finance |
| 5 | Ayushman Bharat Yojana | 23 September 2018 | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
| 6 | Deendayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana | 25 September 2014 | Ministry of Rural Development |
| 7 | Digital India | 1 July 2015 | Ministry of Electronics and IT & Ministry of Finance |
| 8 | Mahila Samman Savings Certificate (MSSC) | 27 June 2023 | Ministry of Finance |
| 9 | Mission COVID Suraksha | 12 November 2020 | Ministry of Science & Technology |
| 10 | Mission Karmayogi | 2 September 2020 | Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions |
| 11 | Mission Sagar | May 2020 | Ministry of External Affairs |
| 12 | Niryat Rin Vikas Yojana Scheme (NIRVIK) | 1 February 2020 | Ministry of Commerce and Industry |
| 13 | PM Adarsh Gram Yojana | 23 July 2010 | Ministry of Rural Development |
| 14 | PM Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan | September 2018 | Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer's Welfare |
| 15 | PM Awas Yojana - (Gramin) | 1 April 2016 | Ministry of Rural Development |
| 16 | PM Awaas Yojana - (Urban) | 25 June 2015 | Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs |
| 17 | PM Fasal Bima Yojana | 18 February 2016 | Multiple |
| 18 | PM Gram Sadak Yojana | 25 December 2000 | Ministry of Rural Development |
| 19 | PM Innovative Learning Programme (DHRUV) | 10 October 2019 | Ministry of Education |
| 20 | PM Jan Dhan Yojana | 28 August 2014 | Ministry of Finance |
| 21 | PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana | 9 May 2015 | Ministry of Finance |
| 22 | PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana | 16 July 2015 | Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship |
| 23 | PM Kisan Samman Nidhi | 24 February 2019 | Ministry of Finance |
| 24 | PM Krishi Sinchai Yojana | 1 July 2015 | Multiple |
| 25 | PM Matritva Vandana Yojana | 1 September 2017 | Ministry of Women and Child Development |
| 26 | PM Matsya Sampada Yojana | 10 September 2020 | Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying |
| 27 | PM Mudra Yojana | 8 April 2015 | Ministry of Finance |
| 28 | PM Poshan Shakti Nirman Abhiyaan | 8 March 2018 | Ministry of Women and Child Development |
| 29 | PM Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) | 1 June 2020 | Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs |
| 30 | PM Suraksha Bima Yojana | 9 May 2015 | Ministry of Finance |
| 31 | PM Swasthya Suraksha Yojana | March 2006 | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare |
| 32 | PM Ujjwala Yojana | 1 May 2016 | Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas |
| 33 | PM Vaya Vandana Yojana | 4 May 2017 | Ministry of Finance |
| 34 | Sahakar Mitra Scheme | 11 June 2020 | Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare |
| 35 | Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana | 11 Oct 2014 | Ministry of Rural Development |
| 36 | Scheme for Adolescent Girls | 1 April 2011 | Ministry of Women & Child Development |
| 37 | SERB-POWER Scheme | 29 October 2020 | Ministry of Science & Technology |
| 38 | Smart Cities Mission | 25 June 2015 | Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs |
| 39 | Stand-Up India | 5 April 2016 | Ministry of Finance & Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment |
| 40 | Sukanya Samridhi Yojana | 22 January 2015 | Ministry of Women & Child Development |
| 41 | Sustainable Alternative Towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) | 1 October 2018 | Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas |
| 42 | Svamitva Yojana | 24 April 2020 | Ministry of Panchayati Raj |
| 43 | Swachh Bharat Abhiyan | 2 October 2014 | Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation & Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs |
| 44 | Unnat Jeevan by Affordable LEDs & Appliances | 5 Jan 2015 | Ministry of Power |
Niryat Rin Vikas Yojana (NIRVIK) - Loans for small exporters with insurance protection.
PM Awas Yojana (Gramin & Urban) - Funds for pucca houses for low-income families; includes toilet construction support.
PM Mudra Yojana - Subsidized loans for micro and small enterprises.
PM SVANidhi - Loans for street vendors affected by COVID-19 to restart businesses.
Atal Pension Yojana - Pension up to ₹5,000 per month for workers in the unorganized sector.
PM Suraksha Bima Yojana - Annual renewable insurance for death/disability.
PM Vaya Vandana Yojana - Pension for senior citizens above 60, with flexible payment frequency.
Mahila Samman Savings Certificate (MSSC) - Small savings scheme with 7.5% interest; max deposit ₹2 Lakh.
PM Matritva Vandana Yojana - Partial wage compensation for pregnant and lactating women.
Scheme for Adolescent Girls - Support for girls aged 14-18 (nutrition, health awareness).
SERB-POWER Scheme - Support women in science & research.
Stand-Up India - Loans for SC/ST & women entrepreneurs.
Sukanya Samridhi Yojana - Savings scheme for girl child's education & marriage.
Agniveer Scheme / Agnipath - Defence recruitment and modernization.
Antyodaya Anna Yojana - Food security for BPL families.
Atal Bhujal Yojana - Groundwater management.
Ayushman Bharat Yojana - Health coverage up to ₹5 Lakh/family.
Digital India - Digital empowerment and IT infrastructure.
Mission COVID Suraksha - Vaccine development & R&D funding.
Mission Karmayogi - Civil service reform & training.
Mission Sagar - Aid to Indian Ocean countries.
PM Adarsh Gram Yojana - Development of SC-dominated villages.
PM Fasal Bima Yojana - Crop insurance & farmer support.
PM Gram Sadak Yojana - Rural road connectivity.
PM Innovative Learning Programme (DHRUV) - Talent nurturing for children.
PM Jan Dhan Yojana - Universal banking access.
PM Swasthya Suraksha Yojana - Tertiary healthcare access.
PM Ujjwala Yojana - LPG for rural households.
Sahakar Mitra Scheme - Internships for graduates in cooperatives.
Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana - Holistic development of adopted villages.
Smart Cities Mission - Urban infrastructure & sustainability.
SATAT Scheme - Compressed biogas plants for clean energy.
Svamitva Yojana - Land property mapping & ownership.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan - Clean India Mission.
Unnat Jeevan by Affordable LEDs & Appliances - Household energy efficiency.
Launched: February 29, 2024
Objective: Provide rooftop solar installations to 1 crore households, offering up to 300 units of free electricity per month.
Budget: ₹75,021 crore
Ministry: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Website: pmsuryaghar.gov.in
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Launched: October 3, 2024
Objective: Offer 1 crore internships over five years in top 500 companies to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements.
Ministry: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Website: pminternship.mca.gov.in
Status: Active Wikipedia
Launched: 2024
Objective: Provide welfare support to backward and minority communities.
Ministry: Not specified
Launched: 2025
Objective: Utilize AI-based monitoring for forest conservation and environmental protection.
Ministry: Not specified
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Launched: 2025
Objective: Provide an AI-driven platform for job matching and skill development.
Ministry: Not specified
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Launched: 2025
Objective: Offer safety support, helpline, and legal aid for women.
Ministry: Ministry of Women and Child Development
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PMEGP Portal Reopens: The Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) portal has reopened, allowing aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for subsidized loans. The Times of India
Fast Track Immigration Service: A new immigration service has been launched at Lucknow airport to offer quicker and more secure immigration processes for Indian passport holders and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders. The Times of India
ONDC Support Schemes: The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has introduced monthly support schemes to boost growth in logistics, food & beverage, grocery, and direct-to-consumer sectors. The Economic Times
For a comprehensive and up-to-date list of all central government schemes, you can visit the official India.gov.in Schemes Portal, which provides detailed information on various welfare schemes, including eligibility criteria and benefits.
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