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Skills & Employment; Social welfare & Empowerment

Unemployment Allowance Scheme

The Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Himachal Pradesh introduced Unemployment Allowance Scheme to provide allowance to eligible educated unemployed youth of Himachal, to enable them to sustain themselves for a certain period.

Authority

State

Region

Himachal Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Allowance shall be payable to each educated unemployed applicant for a maximum period of two years; subject to fulfilling eligibility criteria & timely submission of attested copies of 8th/matriculation marks sheet/certificate to ascertain age and educational qualification and Affidavit/Self Declaration as per form ‘C’, at the following rates: | - For Physically Challenged person who have minimum 50% permanent disability recorded in her/his Employment Exchange record (X-I), @ ₹1,500/- (Rs. One Thousand Five Hundred) per month. | - For all other categories of Persons @ ₹1,000/- (Rs. One Thousand) per month.

Who can apply

She/he should be unemployed (should not be employed in Govt. sector nor in PSU or in private sector nor self employed) and should be a Bonafide Himachali.; She/he should have passed minimum 10+2 from any Board/University/Institution recognized by H.P. Govt.; She/he should be registered with any Employment Exchange in Himachal Pradesh as on the date of application since 1 year.; Her/his annual family income for the Financial Year immediately preceding date of application, from all sources including that of spouse should be less than ₹2 Lakh.; She/he should be above 20 years and below 35 years of age, as on the date of application.; She/he should not be self-employed.; She/he should not be a dismissed Govt. employee.; She/he should not be convicted of any offence resulting in imprisonment for a period of 48 hours or more.; She/he should not be a regular student pursuing any course.; **She/he should not be availing Skill Development Allowance.**

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible to apply for the Unemployment Allowance Scheme in Himachal Pradesh?

The scheme is open to educated unemployed youth who are residents of Himachal Pradesh and fall within the age range of 20 to 35 years. They must have completed their 10+2 or higher education from recognized institutions.

Is there an online application process for the scheme?

Yes, applicants can apply online for the Unemployment Allowance Scheme. They need to visit the E Portal of the Labour and Employment Department of Himachal Pradesh and fill out the necessary details as per the application form.

What documents are required for the application?

The required documents include an attested copy of the employment registration card, income certificate (not more than 6 months old), Himachal Pradesh Unemployment Allowance Scheme Self Certified Declaration Form C, attested copy of domicile of Himachal Pradesh, attested copies of all educational qualification certificates, and an attested copy of the Aadhar card.

Where should the application form and documents be submitted?

The filled application form, along with all the attached documents, should be submitted to the District/Sub Employment Exchange Office.

How long does it take for the selection and rejection of applications to be decided?

The selection and rejection of applications are typically decided within 45 days of submission. Applicants will be notified of the further action on their application through SMS.

What is the purpose of the Himachal Pradesh Unemployment Allowance Scheme Self Certified Declaration Form C?

Form C is a self-certified declaration form specifically designed for the Himachal Pradesh Unemployment Allowance Scheme. It serves as a declaration by the applicant regarding their eligibility and other relevant details required for the scheme.

Can physically challenged individuals apply for the scheme?

Yes, physically challenged individuals are eligible to apply for the Unemployment Allowance Scheme. They may be eligible for a higher monthly allowance of Rs. 1,500, as specified by the scheme.