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BC 1 Lakh Scheme in Telangana: Eligibility, Last Date, Documents Required, How To Apply Online, Benefits

By Mayashree Acharya

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Updated on: Jun 10th, 2024

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3 min read

The BC Welfare and Civil Supplies Minister, Telangana, Gangula Kamalakar, launched an online application portal for the newly proposed BC 1 Lakh Scheme on 6 June 2023. This scheme provides financial assistance of Rs.1 lakh to persons belonging to the Backward Classes (BC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) pursuing caste-based jobs. 

Gangula Kamalakar stated that BC and OBC persons working in caste-based jobs would get financial assistance to get the necessary equipment, tools and raw materials. This scheme will be launched concurrently by MLAs, ministers and others in their respective assembly seats. 

BC 1 Lakh Scheme in Telangana

Under the BC 1 Lakh Scheme, individuals looking for financial assistance to excel in their profession can apply for this scheme at - https://tsobmmsbc.cgg.gov.in. Individuals can use the monetary help received under this scheme to purchase materials and tools for craft-related handicrafts and professions.

This scheme was launched following the recent announcement made by the State Cabinet, outlining the programme’s framework for BCs and OBCs. Subsequently, the State Cabinet sub-committee chaired by Kamalakar finalised the guidelines for this scheme and launched the online application form, marking an important step towards its implementation.

The government has announced that this scheme will be implemented in phases, and the precise number of beneficiaries is yet to be disclosed. However, the initial phase may include approximately 50,000 beneficiaries.

Important dates of BC 1 Lakh Scheme

ParticularsImportant Dates
Scheme launch date6 June 2023
Application date6 June 2023 to 20 June 2023
Application verification20 June 2023 to 26 June 2023
Selection process 27 June to 4 July 2023
Selection list announcement After 4 July 2023

BC 1 Lakh Scheme eligibility criteria

  • Individuals should be residents of Telangana falling under the BC 1 category.
  • Individuals should be aged between 18-55 years. 
  • They should have an annual income below Rs.1.5 lakhs when residing in villages or Rs.2 lakhs when residing in towns.
  • Individuals who have already received Rs.50,000 or more from other government welfare schemes in the previous five years are not eligible under this scheme.
  • This scheme benefit is given to only one person in a family.
  • BC 1 category includes the following:
    • Krishna Balija Poosala
    • Sagara Uppara
    • Vadla, Vadra or Vadrangi and Silpis
    • Medara
    • Arekatika
    • Ausula
    • MCA
    • Kanchari
    • Kammari
    • Nayee Brahmin
    • Rajaka
    • Mera
    • Kummari or Shalivahana
    • Kamsali
    • Vaddera

BC 1 Lakh Scheme last date

Individuals fulfilling the eligibility mentioned above can apply for the scheme between 6 July and 20 July 2023 on its official website.

BC 1 Lakh Scheme benefits

The Telangana Government will provide financial support of Rs.1 lakh to people working in caste professions and handicrafts to buy goods and equipment they need to excel in their chosen profession. 

BC 1 Lakh Scheme apply online

  • Visit the official website.
  • Click the ‘Application Form for Financial Assistance for BC Vocational Communities Registration Form’ link.
  • Fill out the application form with details such as address details, applicant details and sector details.
  • Upload the photo, tick the self-declaration form and click the ‘Preview’ button. 
  • After reviewing the application, click the ‘Submit’ button.
  • Mandal Parishad Development Officers (MPDOs) will examine the application at Mandal levels, and the Municipal Commissioners will examine applications in municipalities from the 20 to 26 June. A committee headed by the District Collector will make the final selection of beneficiaries at the district level.
  • The beneficiary selection will be carried out in a phased manner, and the relevant information will be given on the website on a Mandal-wise and village-wise basis.
  • Special officers will also check the performance of beneficiaries every quarter for two years.

Documents required for BC 1 Lakh Scheme 

BC 1 Lakh Scheme helpline number

Helpline number - 040-23120334

Email - helpdesk.obms@cgg.gov.in

The helpline number will be answered between 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on all working days.

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1. Mahalakshmi Scheme Telangana
2. Gruhalakshmi Scheme Telangana
3. Telangana 2BHK Housing Scheme
4. Gruha Jyoti Scheme Telangana
5. Telangana Indiramma Housing Scheme

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