Transgender Utthan Kosh - Self Employment Programme for Transgender
By Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan
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Quick Answer
A scheme by the Government of Rajasthan providing financial assistance and loan support to transgender individuals aged 21-50 for self-employment or business establishment.
About this grant
The scheme "Transgender Utthan Kosh - Self Employment Programme for Transgender" was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan. Its primary aim is to offer crucial financial support to transgender individuals for establishing self-employment ventures or businesses, thereby fostering their economic independence. Under this program, eligible transgender persons aged between 21 and 50 years can secure a loan from any nationalized or cooperative bank to initiate their business. The scheme provides a direct grant component to support these entrepreneurial efforts, which is disbursed to the beneficiary's loan account after the business commences and is verified. This initiative is designed to be a one-time benefit, empowering individuals to overcome financial barriers in their journey towards self-sufficiency and integration into the mainstream economy by facilitating their entry into the entrepreneurial landscape with essential seed capital.
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Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50,000
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
- Financial Assistance: Transgender individuals can receive a grant of up to ** ₹50,000**, or 25% of the total business cost, whichever is lower. This non-repayable amount is intended to support the establishment of self-employment ventures or businesses, covering initial setup costs or working capital.
- Loan Support Integration: To avail of this grant, beneficiaries must secure a loan from a nationalized or cooperative bank. The grant amount is then disbursed directly into the beneficiary's loan account after the business is started and verified by the lending agency. This integrated approach leverages bank financing while providing critical initial capital without equity dilution.
- One-Time Support: This financial assistance is provided once per eligible transgender individual, aiming to give a significant boost to their entrepreneurial journey towards economic independence and sustainable livelihood.
- Disbursement
- Milestone Based
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The selection process involves several stages: initial screening of the application for eligibility criteria, obtaining a loan from a nationalized or cooperative bank, and then subsequent verification. The grant is contingent on the applicant successfully securing a loan, commencing their business, and undergoing a physical verification of the business by the lending agency before the grant amount is disbursed.
Application Process
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Request Application Form
Visit the Social Justice and Empowerment Office to obtain a hard copy of the prescribed application form.
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How to apply
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See the questions before you start
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Line up your documents
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Transgender Utthan Kosh - Self Employment Programme?
Transgender persons who are residents of Rajasthan, aged between 21 and 50 years, have an annual income not exceeding ₹8,00,000/-, and have secured a loan from a nationalized/cooperative bank are eligible. The benefit is available only once per individual.
What is the maximum financial assistance available?
The scheme provides financial assistance of 25% of the total business cost or ₹50,000/-, whichever is lower, for self-employment or business establishment. This is a non-repayable grant.
How many times can a transgender person avail this benefit?
The benefit of this scheme is available to a transgender person only once throughout their lifetime.
What kind of businesses are supported under this scheme?
The scheme supports self-employment or any form of business establishment, with the broad aim of promoting economic independence for transgender individuals across various sectors. There are no explicit industry restrictions mentioned.
Is there an income limit for applicants?
Yes, the gross annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹8,00,000/- from all sources.
What is the application process for this scheme?
Applicants must visit the Social Justice and Empowerment Office during office hours to obtain and submit a hard copy of the prescribed application form with all mandatory documents. A receipt should be requested upon submission. After loan approval and business verification, the grant is disbursed.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
