Assistance to Voluntary Organizations Working for Welfare of OBCs 2026

This scheme offers ₹1,000 per month to parents of transgender children to help with the challenges they Read More... face due to societal stigma. Read less

Details

Navigating life as a transgender child can be tough, not just for the child but for their parents too. Recognizing this, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has introduced a scheme to offer a helping hand.

What Is This Scheme?

The "Scheme for Supportive Money to the Parents of Transgender Children" is designed to provide financial assistance. It aims to support parents who are raising children that identify as transgender or exhibit gender non-conforming behaviors. The goal is to ease some of the financial burden and encourage a supportive environment at home.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This scheme is for parents who have a child under 18 years old and are exhibiting gender non-conforming behavior. Parents need to confirm this through an affidavit. The scheme intends to support up to 5,000 beneficiaries each year, but this number can increase if more eligible children are identified by States and Union Territories.

Why This Scheme Is Important

Transgender individuals often face significant stigma and discrimination in many aspects of life, including family, education, and healthcare. This scheme acknowledges the need for parents to be informed and comfortable in supporting their transgender children. By providing financial support, the government hopes to empower parents to foster a more accepting and nurturing home environment, thereby reducing discomfort and deeply held normative attitudes.

Objective

This scheme offers ₹1,000 per month to parents of transgender children to help with the challenges they face due to societal stigma.

Benefits

Financial support for skill development projects aimed at improving socio-economic conditions of OBCs.

Simplified and transparent application and approval process.

Regular monitoring and evaluation to ensure effective utilization of funds.

Support for NGOs to enhance their capacity and expand their reach.

Encouragement of self-employment and gainful employment for OBCs.

Priority given to projects in backward districts and villages under SAGY.

Extent of Assistance:

Government may cover up to 90% of approved project expenditure.

PSUs or other organizations limited to 30% of project cost for skill development programs.

First installment up to 75% on submission of necessary documents.

Second installment on receipt of audited accounts and utilization certificates.

Sources and references

Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

Parents must submit an affidavit confirming that they have a child who shows gender non-conforming behavior.
The child must be younger than 18 years of age.

How To Apply

To apply for this scheme, parents need to submit their application to the relevant State Government or UT Administration office. The scheme is funded by the Central Government, with 100% of the assistance coming from the Government of India. The central share of funding is released in two parts: 50% at the start of the financial year and the remaining 50% after the submission of a utilization certificate.

Documents Required

An affidavit certifying the child’s gender non-conforming behavior.
Details of the applicant's Bank or Post Office Account.
If applicable, a Guardianship Certificate from a Competent Authority, especially if the parent is deceased.
Any other documents as may be required by the authorities.

FAQ’s

What is the main goal of the Supportive Money scheme for parents of transgender children?

The scheme's primary goal is to offer financial help to parents raising transgender children, helping them manage the difficulties associated with societal stigma and discrimination.

How much money can parents receive each month for their transgender child?

Parents can receive ₹1,000 per month for each transgender child they are supporting under this scheme.

Who is eligible to apply for financial support under this scheme?

Parents of children who are under 18 years old and exhibit gender non-conforming behavior are eligible. They must confirm this by providing an affidavit.

What happens if a parent is no longer alive and the child needs support?

If a parent has passed away, the child's legal guardian can receive the supportive money. They will need to provide a Guardianship Certificate issued by a Competent Authority.

Where does the financial assistance get credited?

The supportive money is directly deposited into the bank or post office account of the beneficiary.

Is it possible for more than 5,000 people to get help from this scheme?

Yes, if the States and UTs identify more eligible beneficiaries and request assistance, the number of beneficiaries can go beyond 5,000.

Who is paying for this scheme?

The entire funding for this scheme comes from the Government of India as 100% Central Assistance.

When does the government release the funds for the scheme?

The Government of India releases 50% of the central share at the beginning of the financial year. The remaining 50% is released after the concerned authorities submit a utilization certificate.

To which office should one submit the application for this scheme?

Applications for the scheme should be submitted at the relevant State Government or UT Administration office.

Who keeps track of how the scheme is being implemented?

The implementation of the scheme is monitored by the respective State Governments and UT Administrations. They regularly send reports about the progress to the Government of India.