Andhra Pradesh
YSR Cheyutha
Main benefit
Financial Assistance of ₹ 75,000/- in four phases (in four years).
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Age 45 or above
- Age up to 60
- Family income up to ₹1.44 lakh a year
About
The "YSR Cheyutha" scheme is a Social Empowerment Scheme by the Department of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh. The objective of the scheme is to extend financial assistance to the women belonging to BC, SC, ST, and Minority Communities who are in the age group of 45 – 60 years (except the women beneficiaries already covered under YSR Pension Kanuka) with a sum of ₹ 75,000/- in four phases (in four years) through various Welfare Corporations. This will create access to enhanced livelihood opportunities, income generation and wealth creation at the household level, on a sustainable basis leading to better living standards. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance of ₹ 75,000/- in four phases (in four years).
Who can apply
- 1. Citizenship: The applicant should be a permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh.
- 2. Total Family Income: Total family Income should be less than Rs.10,000/- per month in Rural areas and Rs.12,000/- per month in Urban regions.
- 3. Total family Land Holding: Total land holding of the family should be less than 3.00 Acres of Wet Land OR 10 Acres of Dry Land OR 10 Acres of Land put together for this purpose.
- 4. Government Employee/Pensioner: No family member should be a government employee or pensioner. The families of Sanitary workers are exempted.
- 5. Four-Wheeler: The family should not own a four-wheeler (Taxis, Tractors, and Autos are exempted).
- 6. Electricity Consumption: Monthly electricity consumption of a family dwelling unit (own/rent) should be less than 300 units.
- 7. Income Tax: No family member should be an income tax payee.
- 8. Municipal Property: Less than 1000 sq. feet of built-up area (Residential or commercial).
- 9. Age & Gender: Age should be between 45 – 60 Years & Gender should be Female (except the women beneficiaries already covered under YSR Pension Kanuka).
- 1. Category: BC, SC, ST, and Minority Communities, and should not be covered under YSR Pension Kanuka.
Who cannot apply
- The women beneficiaries who are already covered under YSR Pension Kanuka.
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How to apply
Online
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On Citizen Schemes Portal landing page, citizens can log in using the Aadhaar-tagged mobile OTP Authentication. In the "Citizen Scheme Application” page, citizens can select "YSR Cheyutha” from the schemes dropdown and click on "Submit”.
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Applications submitted are forwarded to Welfare and Education Assistant (WEA) /Ward Welfare and Development Secretary (WWDS).
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The Volunteers / WEAs / WWDS conducts the field verification for each application, takes eKYC, makes a relevant recommendation, and forwards it to Mandal Parishad Development Officer (MPDO) / Municipal Commissioner (MC).
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The MPDO/MC reviews the application and makes relevant recommendations and forwards the application to the Executive Directors of the Backward Classes Welfare Department (ED BC).
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The Executive Director of the Backward Classes Corporations (ED BCs) verifies the application and makes the relevant recommendation.
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Based on recommendations made by the ED BCs and the applicants' eligibility as mentioned in the Scheme Eligibility Calculator, the Social Audit lists namely the Provisional eligible list and Reverification list (with reasons for ineligibility) are published in all secretariats.
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The citizens in the Reverification list can raise a grievance if they think that the reason mentioned for ineligibility is incorrect.
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The final list of Eligible and Ineligible Beneficiaries is published in all secretariats.
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The citizens mentioned in the Final Ineligible list can raise a grievance in Citizen Schemes Portal if he/she thinks that the reason for rejection is incorrect.
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The scheme benefit is disbursed to all eligible beneficiaries through Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS). The acknowledgment of receipt of the payment by the beneficiary is done by the Volunteers / WEAs / WWDS using eKYC (Biometric Authentication).
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The beneficiaries can track the status of their payment on the Citizen Schemes Portal landing page by clicking on "Track Application Status”.
Common questions
Which Department Of The Govt. Of Andhra Pradesh Manages The "Kapu Nestham" Scheme?
The scheme is managed by the Department of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh.
What Is The Maximum Amount Of Financial Assistance That A Female From The BC, SC, ST, And Minority Community Can Receive Through This Scheme?
The maximum amount of financial assistance that a female from the BC, SC, ST, and Minority Community can receive through this scheme is ₹ 75,000/- over the period of 5 years i.e., ₹ 15,000/- per annum.
What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to financially empower BC, SC, ST, and Minority Communities women between the age of 45-60 years by enhancing their livelihood opportunities and living standards with the financial assistance.
What Is The Full Form Of AEPS?
The Full Form of AEPS is Aadhaar Enabled Payment System.
Can Residents From Telangana Also Apply To This Scheme?
No, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Andhra Pradesh.
Will The Amount Of Financial Assistance Be Paid In Lumpsum Or In Installments?
The financial assistance of a total amount of ₹ 75,000/- shall be paid in four phases (four years).
What Is The Full Form Of MPDO?
The Full Form of MPDO is Mandal Parishad Development Officer (MPDO).
How Can I Check The Status Of My Application?
You check the status of your application at this link - https://gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in/NBM/#!/
Application StatusCheckPCan I Apply To This Scheme If My Family Owns A Four-Wheeler?
No, the family of the applicant should not own a four-wheeler (Taxis, Tractors, and Autos are exempted).
Can I Apply To This Scheme If My Family Dwelling Unit (Own/Rent) Has A Monthly Electricity Consumption Of More Than 300 Units?
No, in order to be eligible, the monthly electricity consumption of the family dwelling unit (own/rent) of the applicant should be less than 300 units.
Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://gramawardsachivalayam.ap.gov.in/GSWS/Adsand Gos/assets/go/2020PR-MS636.pdf
Where Can I Find The Link To The Field Verification Form?
The Field Verification Form can be found at this link - https://gsws- nbm.ap.gov.in/NBM/image/YSR_CHEYUTHA_2022-23_WEA_WWDS_FIELD_VERIFICATION_FORM_1.0.pdf
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