What you get
Financial Assistance: ₹ 20,000/- sanctioned as annual grants. | Purpose: For successful functioning in the state of Goa. | Financial Assistance: ₹ 5,000/-. | Purpose: For undertaking any gainful self-employment activity training orientation in the activities. | For the Master Trainers | - The Directorate may provide resource persons/ Master Trainers/Instructors for each course of activity through CDPOs. | - A fixed honorarium of ₹ 5,000/- will be paid per course..1. Actual Travel Allowance (TA) incurred shall be paid if travelling in the Taluka outside his/her jurisdiction.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
How Can Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups Make The Payment For Registration, And Where Should They Submit The Confirmation Of Payment?
The registration amount of Rs. 1500 can be paid through Demand Draft (DD) or E-payment modes like NEFT, RTGS, OTS, Debit Card/Net Banking. The confirmation of payment should be submitted at the respective taluka level office for the issuance of the Registration Certificate.
What Are The Steps To Register A Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group Under The Department Of Women And Child Development To Avail Benefits Under The Scheme?
The MM/SHGs need to fill the prescribed application form for registration, pay the registration amount of Rs. 1500, and submit required documents like registration certificate, member details, and bank passbook copy to the taluka level office.
Who Is The Implementing Authority Of The Scheme, And What Responsibilities Does This Authority Have?
The CDPO of the concerned block is the implementing authority of the Scheme. Their responsibilities include ensuring effective implementation, conducting monthly meetings, and maintaining records of the Scheme.
Within What Timeframe Should The CDPO Submit The Utilization Certificate, And What Additional Report Should Be Submitted On A Monthly Basis?
The CDPO should submit the utilization certificate within one month. Additionally, the CDPO should submit a monthly progress report for effective implementation of the Scheme.
What Happens To The Registration Certificate If The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group Dissolves Or Ceases To Exist?
If the group dissolves or ceases to exist, the Registration Certificate issued to avail benefits under the Swawlamban Scheme shall be treated as canceled.
What Is The Process For Replacing Members In Case Of Their Resignation Or Death In The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group?
In the case of resignation or death of a member, new members can be added by the group through a recorded resolution and intimation to the respective taluka.
How Can The Annual Grant Of Rs. 20,000 Be Utilized By Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups?
The annual grant of Rs. 20,000 should be used for the purchase of Assets/Infrastructure for the Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups, such as electronic items, furniture, machinery, or equipment, benefiting the group.
What Records Need To Be Maintained By The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group Concerning The Training Program And Annual Grants?
The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group must maintain proper records of bills and vouchers related to the training program and submit them to the CDPO within a week after completion of the program.
What Expenses Are Not Covered By The Government Under The Scheme, Apart From The Financial Assistance?
The government does not cover additional liabilities such as House Rent, Electricity Bill, or Water Bill under the Scheme.
Who Determines The Date, Time, And Place Of The Training Program, And To Whom Should It Be Communicated?
The Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group is responsible for fixing the date, time, and place of the training program, and this information should be informed to the respective Taluka CDPOs.
How Are The Training Programs Selected, And What Is The Maximum Duration Allowed For A Training Course?
Each Mahila Mandal/Women's Self Help Group can apply for one training program at a time. The training duration should not be less than 3 hours in a day for a training course of 15 days.
Can Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups Claim Financial Assistance As A Right Under The Scheme?
No, the grant of financial assistance under the scheme cannot be claimed as a matter of rights; it is subject to certain conditions and the government's decision.
What Is The Tenure For Which The Order Is Issued To The Master Trainers/Instructors Who Are Selected By The Committee?
The order is issued for a period of 5 years and can be renewed further only if satisfactory reports are received from the Mahila Mandals/Women's Self Help Groups who have availed the services of the trainer.
How Often Does The Committee Meet To Make Decisions, And How Are These Decisions Reached?
The committee generally meets once a quarter or more frequently as needed, and the decisions are made based on the majority of votes among the present members.
Who Are The Members Of The Taluka Level Committee Responsible For Selecting Master Trainers/Instructors?
The committee consists of the CDPO (Child Development Project Officer) of the concerned ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services) Block, who serves as the Chairperson, along with one Mukya Sevika and two Anganwadi Workers from the Department of Women and Child Development as members.