About this business scheme
The scheme objective is to provide financial assistance to transgender individuals for self-employment/business establishment. Eligible beneficiaries can receive up to Rs. 50,000/- or 25% of the project cost.
The scheme "Transgender Utthan Kosh – Self Employment Programme for Transgender" was launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan, with the aim of providing financial support for self-employment or business establishment to transgender individuals, promoting their economic independence.
Under the scheme, transgender persons aged between 21 and 50 years are eligible to take a loan from any nationalized or cooperative bank to set up their self-employment or business. The loan amount may be revised by the state government from time to time. The benefit of the scheme is available to a transgender person only once.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Transgender Utthan Kosh – Self Employment Programme for Transgender (TUK-SEPT) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | State · Rajasthan |
| Official portal | sje.rajasthan.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 8 lakh per year |
| Age | 21 to 50 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Transgender
- 🎂Age 21 to 50 years
- 💰Income Rs. 8 lakh tak
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial Assistance: 25% of the total business cost or Rs. 50,000/- (whichever is lower) for self-employment/business establishment.
- Loan Support: The beneficiary must secure a loan from a nationalized/cooperative bank to avail of the grant.
- One-Time Benefit: The assistance is available only once per individual.
Note: The grant is disbursed only after the beneficiary starts the business and gets it verified by the lending agency.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Rajasthan.
- The applicant should be a transgender person.
- The applicant should be between 21 and 50 years of age.
- The applicant should secure a loan from a nationalized/cooperative bank.
- The gross annual income of applicant should not exceed Rs. 8,00,000/-.
- Each transgender individual can avail the benefits of this scheme only once.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Social Justice and Empowerment Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in application.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Social Justice and Empowerment Office.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Social Justice and Empowerment Office to whom the application has been submitted.
Note 1: After a transgender person takes a loan from any nationalized / cooperative bank, on the basis of loan approval, the District Magistrate will deposit the grant amount in the loan account of the transgender person.
Note 2: The applicant will receive the said amount only on the condition that he starts the related business and gets its physical verification done by the related lending agency.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Transgender Upliftment Fund?
The transgender person aged between 21-50 years and a resident of Rajasthan can apply.
What is the financial assistance provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides 25% of the total business cost or Rs. 50,000, whichever is lower.
Do I need to take a loan to avail of the scheme benefits?
Yes, the applicant must secure a loan from a nationalized or cooperative bank.
Which department implements this scheme?
The Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Government of Rajasthan.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Submit an application along with required documents to the Social Justice & Empowerment Department.
Can I apply if I am working in a job?
Yes, if you intend to start a self-employment venture.
How is the grant disbursed?
The amount is transferred directly to the applicant's loan account after verification.
What documents are required for application?
Transgender Identity Certificate, residence proof, age proof, loan sanction letter, and business plan.
What type of businesses are eligible?
Any legal business for self-employment approved by the lending bank.
Can I apply if I am working in a job?
Yes, if you intend to start a self-employment venture.
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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