About this social welfare scheme
The I-MESA scheme offers financial assistance for evaluation studies in social welfare. Applications are accepted offline, with no last date specified. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment administers this scheme across India.
The I-MESA scheme focuses on improving transparency and accountability in social welfare programs. It is managed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The scheme provides funds for evaluation studies that help enhance program effectiveness.
By establishing structured mechanisms for evaluation, the scheme aims to share knowledge among stakeholders and beneficiaries. This ensures that lessons learned are effectively disseminated.
Organizations conducting evaluation studies can receive financial support for various costs, including staff salaries and travel expenses. This initiative plays a crucial role in refining government programs for better social impact.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Information, Monitoring, Evaluation and Social Audit (I-MESA): Evaluation and Studies (I-MESA-EAS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Department | Department of Social Justice & Empowerment |
| Benefit | The I-MESA scheme offers financial assistance for evaluation studies in social welfare. |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | socialjustice.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 5+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5+ years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
I-MESA योजना सामाजिक कल्याण के मूल्यांकन अध्ययन के लिए वित्तीय सहायता प्रदान करती है। आवेदन ऑफलाइन स्वीकार किए जाते हैं, और कोई अंतिम तिथि नहीं है। यह योजना भारत सरकार के सामाजिक न्याय और अधिकारिता मंत्रालय द्वारा संचालित है।
The I-MESA scheme offers financial assistance for evaluation studies in social welfare.
What you receive
- Financial assistance for evaluation projects covering staff salaries, travel, consultancy, printing, equipment, and more.
Funds are released in three installments: 20% after performance security, 50% after the draft report, and 30% after final report acceptance. Overhead charges are capped at 5% of total costs.
Who qualifies
- The organization must have qualifications for conducting evaluation studies.
- The applicant must not be blacklisted.
- The organization must accept all terms of the tender.
- The project director should have at least 5 years of experience in social sector evaluations.
- The project director must be experienced in statistical tools.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that have been blacklisted are not eligible.
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Registration walkthrough
- The Department invites bids from qualified organizations.
- Prepare and submit technical and financial bids, including required documents.
- A committee evaluates the proposals and notifies the successful bidder.
- Finalize the contract and submit the performance security.
- Execute the project and submit progress reports.
- Submit the draft report for review to receive the second fund installment.
- Submit the final report and required documents for the last fund release.
- Refund any unspent balance within 30 days after project completion.
To check the status of your application or payment, contact the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment directly or refer to their official communication channels.
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Submitting incomplete documents can lead to rejection.
- Not meeting the experience requirement for the project director.
- Failing to provide proof of non-blacklisting.
- Missing the performance security submission deadline.
- Not maintaining separate accounts for the project funds.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum experience required for the project director?
The project director must have at least 5 years of experience in social sector evaluations.
What happens if my organization is exempt from the Earnest Money Deposit?
You must submit proof of exemption along with your bid documents.
What types of costs are covered by the Ministry?
Costs for staff salaries, travel, consultancy, and printing are covered.
How many copies of the final report need to be submitted?
You must submit eight copies of the final report and twenty copies of the summary report.
What is the penalty for late report submission?
A penalty of 0.5% of the study cost per week will be charged for delays.
How long do I have to refund unspent funds?
Unspent funds must be refunded within 30 days after project completion.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.
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