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Tribals Development Plan: Motor Driving Training [Light & Heavy Vehicles]

The scheme aims to provide full financial coverage for motor driving training, including courses for Light Motor Vehicles and Heavy Motor Vehicles, specifically recognizing Goa’s future in the transport sector. It benefits eligible Tribal families in Goa whose annual income is below ₹1,20,000/-.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The Government will provide the cost of the training entirely, covering 100% of the training fee. | - For Light Motor Vehicle training, the proposed financial outlay per beneficiary is ₹3,000/- (Indian Rupees three thousand). | - For Heavy Motor Vehicle training, the proposed financial outlay per beneficiary is ₹4,000/- (Indian Rupees four thousand). | - The assistance is provided for training in both Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV). | - It is targeted that 400 persons (200 for LMV and 200 for HMV) will be provided this assistance in a financial year.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a resident of Goa.; The applicant must belong to one of the Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities notified in Goa, i.e. Gawda, Velip, or Kunbi.; The applicant must be part of a tribal household identified under the Tribals Development Plan.; The applicant’s family must fall under either:

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the maximum threshold for the annual income of my family unit that I must meet to be considered eligible for receiving financial assistance under this specific initiative?

To qualify for the scheme, the applicant must belong to a Tribal family unit residing in the State of Goa whose total annual income is required to be less than ₹1,20,000/-.

Which specific indigenous communities or categories of families, as notified by the Government of India, are designated as eligible Tribal beneficiaries for this scheme?

The Tribal families officially defined as eligible for this assistance are the Gawdas, the Velips, and the Kunbis.

What is the exact monetary amount proposed by the Government as the financial outlay per individual recipient for covering the cost of Heavy Motor Vehicle training?

The proposed financial outlay for assistance covering the training cost for a Heavy Motor Vehicle is ₹4,000/- per beneficiary.

Besides having an annual income under the defined limit, what is the alternative household classification that makes a family eligible for this assistance?

Financial assistance is provided to families whose names are recorded in the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list, or those whose names are not on that list but whose income is below ₹1,20,000/- per annum.

How many total beneficiaries are specifically aimed to be provided with assistance for Heavy Motor Vehicle driver instruction within a single complete financial reporting period?

It is targeted that 200 persons will receive assistance specifically for Heavy Motor Vehicle training in one financial year.

What is the overarching goal that this specific training component is intended to achieve regarding the economic condition of the recipient community?

The primary objective is the economic upliftment of the tribes by creating opportunities in the transport sector, recognizing the State of Goa's bright future in that field.

To apply for this support, is it mandatory that I belong to one of the Tribal families officially residing and domiciled within the State of Goa?

Yes, the assistance is targeted exclusively toward all Tribal families who are bona fide residents of the State of Goa.

Can I receive financial assistance to cover the expenses for obtaining a license for both smaller, lighter personal vehicles as well as larger, heavy transport vehicles?

Yes, the training assistance is specifically provided for driving instruction programs covering both Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV).

What is the total estimated count of individuals who are intended to receive assistance for all types of motor driving training courses combined during a financial year?

A total of 400 persons are targeted to receive this training assistance, which includes 200 persons for Light Motor Vehicles and 200 for Heavy Motor Vehicles.

How much of the total expense required to complete the necessary motor driving instruction program is financially covered or compensated by the Government?

The Government provides the cost of the entire training program, ensuring 100% financial coverage for the required instruction.

Could you please specify which Government directorate or agency is primarily responsible for the introduction, execution, and management of this specific development plan?

This development plan, which includes the driving training, is managed and implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare, under the Government of Goa.

What is the exact monetary amount proposed by the Government as the financial outlay per individual recipient for covering the cost of Light Motor Vehicle training?

The proposed financial outlay for assistance covering the training cost for a Light Motor Vehicle is ₹3,000/- per beneficiary.