Scheme of Assistance for the Prevention of Alcoholism & Substance (Drugs) Abuse and for Social Defence Services: General Grant-in-Aid Programme for Financial Assistance in the Field of Social Defence
This is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to help people struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. It provides financial assistance and support services to organizations working in social defence and rehabilitation. The scheme supports new and innovative programs that help addicted individuals recover and reintegrate into society.
What You Get
- Financial grants to organizations providing de-addiction and rehabilitation services
- Support for treatment and counseling programs
- Funding for social defence initiatives and awareness programs
- Assistance for preventive services against substance abuse
- Support for innovative pilot projects in rehabilitation
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Registered NGOs and social organizations working in de-addiction and rehabilitation
- Government institutions providing social defence services
- Organizations with prior experience in substance abuse prevention
- Entities with proper documentation and governance structure
- Projects that are innovative or pilot in nature in the field of social defence
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Organization Registration Certificate
- 2. PAN Certificate
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Previous Project Reports
- 5. Board Resolution
- 6. Audited Financial Statements
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
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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