Airavata Scheme
The Airavata Scheme is a Karnataka government initiative to create self-employment opportunities for rural youth from SC/ST communities. It partners with corporate cab aggregators like OLA and UBER to help young people start their own taxi and cab transport businesses. Participants receive training, mentoring, and enhanced financial assistance to establish and operate their ventures successfully.
What You Get
- Training in cab operations and business management
- Mentoring support from experienced professionals
- Enhanced financial assistance for vehicle purchase and startup costs
- Partnership opportunities with established cab aggregators like OLA and UBER
- Self-employment income generation through taxi operations
Who Can Apply
- Age: 21–60 years
- Residence: Karnataka residents only
- Must be from SC/ST communities
- Must be rural youth
- Resident of Karnataka state
- Age eligibility criteria apply (specific age range not detailed)
- Must be willing to engage in cab transport business
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Caste Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Address Proof
- 6. Driving License
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Karnataka
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 21–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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