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Prakashan Sahayata Yojana

The scheme aims to support original literary/research work related to tribal communities. Authors are provided financial assistance of ₹6,000 to ₹12,000 for publication.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Rajasthan

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Monetary Assistance: | - Authors of original manuscripts or research work related to tribal subjects receive financial support ranging from ₹6,000/- to ₹12,000/- for publication through reputed publishers.

Who can apply

The applicant should be native of Rajasthan.; The applicant should be an author and belong to the Scheduled Tribe community.; The manuscript/research work/literature should be related to Scheduled Tribes and should be an original creation by the author.; The manuscript should be unpublished and original in nature.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?

Scheduled Tribe individuals who are the original authors of tribal-related manuscripts.

What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?

₹6,000 to ₹12,000 depending on the publication requirements.

What kind of works are supported?

Manuscripts, literary pieces, or research works related to tribal subjects.

Is the support given for unpublished work only?

Yes, only unpublished and original works are eligible.

Can organizations apply under this scheme?

No, only individual authors from Scheduled Tribes are eligible.

Is there a deadline for submission?

There is no fixed deadline; applications are accepted throughout the year.

Where should the application be submitted?

At the Manikya Lal Verma Tribal Research and Training Institute, Udaipur.

What if the work is found to be plagiarized?

The application will be rejected and assistance will not be granted.

How often can one apply for this scheme?

Once per manuscript.