Government of India
About Us
The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE) is mandated to ensure the empowerment and welfare of India’s most vulnerable groups, including Scheduled Castes, OBCs, Senior Citizens, Transgender Persons, and victims of substance abuse. We implement various targeted schemes for their social, educational, and economic development, ensuring their inclusion despite challenges like the lack of updated demographic data.
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment works to uplift India’s most vulnerable communities through targeted initiatives, inclusive growth, and compassionate governance.
Dr. Virendra Kumar
Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment
Shri Ramdas Athawale
Minister of State of Social Justice and Empowerment
Shri B. L. Verma
Minister of State of Social Justice and Empowerment
Our Offerings
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Students
OBC
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View Details for PM YOUNG ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD SCHEME FOR VIBRANT INDIA FOR OBCs AND OTHERS (PM -YASASVI)
Economic Development
PM YOUNG ACHIEVERS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD SCHEME FOR VIBRANT INDIA FOR OBCs AND OTHERS (PM -YASASVI) -
View Details for Technology Upgradation of Clusters
Education
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View Details for Performance Linked Grants-in-aid Scheme(PLGIA)
Social Empowerment
Performance Linked Grants-in-aid Scheme(PLGIA)
Scheduled Castes
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View Details for Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojna (PM-AJAY)
Social Empowerment
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View Details for Centrally Sponsored Scheme for implementation of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
Protection, Relief and Grievance
Centrally Sponsored Scheme for implementation of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 -
View Details for Scheme of Assistance to Scheduled Castes Development Corporations (SCDCs)
Economic Development
Scheme of Assistance to Scheduled Castes Development Corporations (SCDCs)
DNT
Senior Citizens
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Elderline 14567
Toll-free helpline for senior citizens: information, guidance and help in cases of abuse, in every State and UT
Sanitation Workers
- View Details for Revised Scheme Guidelines For inclusion of Waste Pickers Component under NAMASTE
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View Details for Revised Guidelines of National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme
Livelihood
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Schemes Implemented By National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development CorporationView Details for Schemes Implemented By National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation
Implemented By National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation
Business
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View Details for Aajeevika Microfinance Yojana
Loan
Aajeevika Microfinance YojanaNSFDC provides loan up to 90% i.e. up to Rs. 1.25 lakhs for projects costing up to Rs. 1.40 lakhs.
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View Details for Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise (SMILE)
Social Empowerment
Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise (SMILE)
Small business
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View Details for Group Loan Scheme
Livelihood
Group Loan SchemeUnder this scheme, loan assistance is available to Self Help Groups (SHGs) to provide credit facilities for the target group through nominated Channel Partners (State Channelising Agencies/Banks).
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View Details for MICRO FINANCE SCHEME
MICRO FINANCE
MICRO FINANCE SCHEMENSFDC provides Micro Credit Finance for units costing up to Rs.1,40,000/-.
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BPL
Homeowners
Medium business
Other Backward Classes
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View Details for Construction of Hostels for OBC Boys and Girls
Residential Schools, Hostels and Coaching
Construction of Hostels for OBC Boys and Girls
Victims of Atrocities
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View Details for Centrally Sponsored Scheme for implementation of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
Protection, Relief and Grievance
Centrally Sponsored Scheme for implementation of the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 and the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
Voluntary Organisations
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View Details for Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)
Care, Health and Shelter
Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)
What's New
View All- Corrigendum - Invitation for Bids for providing the Manpower Outsourcing Services to office of Dr. Ambedkar Foundation through GeM
- Dr. Ambedkar Medical Aid Scheme (Revised in 2026)
- Extension of Application Submission Date for Financial Adviser (FA) Post at DAF and BJRNF
- Annual Report 2025-26 (English)
- Annual Report 2025-26 (Hindi)
- Extension of Application Submission Date for Financial Adviser (FA) Post at DAIC
- Result of National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) for SC etc. candidates for the Selection Year 2025-26 (2nd Round)
- Result of NOS for the Selection Year 2023-24 (1st list)
- Result of NOS for the Selection Year 2023-24 (6th list)
- Result of National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) for SC etc. candidates for the Selection Year 2025-26 (2nd Round).
- Acceptance of Transgender Identity Certificate/Card for Change Name and Gender in EPFO Records.
- Expression Of interest: Setting up or Garima Greh (English)
- Expression of Interest: Setting up of Garima Greh (Hindi)
- Notice inviting application in respect of Garima Greh project under SMILE Scheme-reg.
- 70th Mahaparinirwan Diwas of Dr B.R.Ambedkar – Hindi
- 70th Mahaparinirwan Diwas of Dr B.R.Ambedkar – English
- Change in Funding Pattern in Elderline – National Helpline for Senior Citizens
- DoSJE organizes 28th Coordination Committee Meeting to devise Ways and Means to curb Offences of Untouchability and Atrocities against SCs and STs on 23/05/2025
- Annual Report 2024-25
- MoU signed between Department of Social Justice & Empowerment and National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) for Awareness Generation on Social Welfare Schemes on 30/09/2024
Our Organisations
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment works through key organisations that drive social inclusion, economic empowerment, and equal opportunity across India.
- Promotes equality and social participation for all communities.
- Builds skills and education pathways for self-reliance.
- Enables financial inclusion and livelihood opportunities.
- Provides rehabilitation and welfare support for vulnerable groups.
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