Bihar

Government Schemes in Bihar 2025

Central and Bihar state schemes — eligibility, benefits, and how to apply

Bihar's welfare schemes include Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana (marriage assistance), Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme, and NREGA-focused rural employment drives.

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StateWomen & Child

Mukhyamantri Anusuchit Jati Evam Anusuchit Janjati Chhatrawas Anudan Yojana

Bihar

The “Mukhyamantri Anusoochit Jaati Evam Anusoochit Janajati Chhatrawas Anudan Yojana” was launched by the SC and ST Welfare Department, Government of Bihar aims to provide financial assistance in every month to the students studying in Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe hostels.

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StateEducation

Jan-Nayak Karpoori Thakur Kalyan Hostel Scheme

Bihar

The "Jan-Nayak Karpoori Thakur Kalyan Hostel Scheme" by the BC & EBC Welfare Department, Bihar provides hostel facilities for students near Saharsa District with food grains (9 kg rice, 6 kg wheat) and ₹1000/- per month as a grant.

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StateSocial Welfare

Chief Minister EBC Civil Seva Protsahan Yojana

Bihar

The Bihar Government provides incentives to individuals belonging to the EBC Categories upon passing the preliminary examination of various competitive exams such as UPSC, BPSC, NDA, CDS, Banking, Railway, SSC, etc., to support their further preparation for the main examination/interview.

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StateWomen & Child

Maternity Benefits Scheme (BBOCWWB)

Bihar

"Maternity Benefits Scheme" provides an amount equivalent to 90 days of the minimum wages set by the State Govt. for unskilled workers at the time of childbirth. The applicant should be a female construction worker who has completed one year of membership with the Board.

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StateSocial Welfare

Mukhyamantri Gramin Peyjal Nishchay Yojana

Bihar

The scheme aims to provide pure drinking water through pipelines to every rural household in Bihar. This initiative started in 2016 with a focus on community involvement, local governance, and sustainable water management.

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StateEmployment

Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana

Bihar

This is a flagship scheme of the Bihar government aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and self-employment among the youth by providing financial assistance of up to ₹10,00,000/- for setting up businesses.

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StateEmployment

Mukhyamantri Ati Pichhada Varg Udyami Yojana

Bihar

This is a flagship scheme of the Bihar government aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and self-employment among the youth by providing financial assistance of up to ₹10,00,000/- for setting up businesses.

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StateAgriculture

Mukhyamantri Nijee Nalkup Yojana

Bihar

The scheme provides financial assistance to support farmers in ensuring water availability through borewell construction and motor pump installation.

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StateHealth

Bihar Shatabdi Asangathit Karyakshetra Kamagaar Evan Shilpakar Samajik Suraksha Yojana: Permanent Partial Disability

Bihar

“Permanent Partial Disability” under the “Bihar Shatabdi Asangathit Karyakshetra Kamagaar Evan Shilpakar Samajik Suraksha Yojana” launched by the Labour Resources Dept, Bihar, provides financial assistance of ₹37,500/- to the families of workers or craftsmen in case of permanent partial disablement.

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StateAgriculture

Makhana Vikas Yojana

Bihar

The scheme aims to boost Makhana cultivation by providing training to farmers and financial support for traditional equipment.

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CentralHousing

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana is a central government housing scheme run by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. It aims to provide affordable pucca (permanent) houses to poor families in both cities and villages. The scheme offers financial help and loan subsidies to enable low-income families to build or buy their own homes.

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CentralHealth

Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) is India's largest health insurance scheme run by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It provides free health coverage up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for hospital treatment. The scheme covers secondary and tertiary care at empanelled public and private hospitals across the country.

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CentralWomen & Child

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

Ministry Of Petroleum and Natural Gas

A scheme by Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas for Providing free LPG connections to women belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) households.

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CentralEducation

National Scholarship Portal – Central Schemes

Ministry of Education

The National Scholarship Portal is a single online platform run by the Ministry of Education where students across India can apply for various Central Government scholarships. It offers scholarships at different education levels — from school (Pre-Matric) to college (Post-Matric) — as well as merit-based awards. The portal helps deserving students from SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities access financial support to continue their studies.

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CentralFinancial

PM Mudra Yojana

Ministry of Finance

PM Mudra Yojana is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Finance that provides collateral-free micro loans to help individuals start or expand small and micro businesses. The scheme is designed for non-corporate, non-farm entrepreneurs who want to become self-employed. Loans up to ₹10 lakh are available without requiring any collateral or security.

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CentralAgriculture

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. It provides direct cash support to small and marginal farmers across India to help with their farming needs. Every eligible farmer receives ₹6,000 per year, paid directly into their bank account in three equal payments.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Bihar Schemes

What government schemes are available in Bihar?
Bihar residents can access all central government schemes (PM-KISAN, PMAY, Ayushman Bharat, etc.) plus Bihar-specific state welfare schemes. Use our free eligibility checker to find all schemes you qualify for in under 2 minutes.
How do I apply for Bihar government schemes?
Most Bihar state schemes can be applied for online at the official Bihar government portal, or offline at your nearest Gram Panchayat, Block Development Office, or Common Service Centre (CSC). Use JanSevaPlus to find the exact application link for each scheme.
Is Ayushman Bharat available in Bihar?
Yes, Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY is available across India including Bihar. Check your eligibility at beneficiary.nha.gov.in using your Aadhaar card or ration card number. You can get a free Ayushman card at your nearest government hospital or CSC.
What documents are needed to apply for Bihar schemes?
Most Bihar government schemes require: Aadhaar card, ration card, income certificate, residence proof (voter ID/utility bill), bank passbook (linked to Aadhaar), and caste certificate (if applicable). Specific schemes may have additional requirements — check each scheme page for the full documents list.

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