SMILE - Comprehensive Rehabilitation For Welfare Of Transgender Persons - Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Scholarship ID SMILE25 followers
- Amount
- ₹1,000
- Deadline
- 31 Dec 2025
- Who can apply
- Transgender persons aged 18–45 years with a valid Transgender Certificate & Identity Card issued by the National Portal for Transgender Persons.
About the Program
The SMILE (Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise) scheme by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment provides comprehensive rehabilitation for transgender persons. Under this initiative, free skill development training is provided through Short Term (200–600 hours/up to 6 months) and Long Term (5 months–1 year/up to 1000 hours) programmes to enhance employability and livelihood opportunities.
Eligibility
- Transgender persons between the ages of 18–45 years having a valid Transgender Certificate & Identity Card issued by the National Portal for Transgender Persons are eligible.
Benefits
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Free of cost skill development training.
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Monthly stipend of ₹1000 per trainee for non-residential training (on 80% attendance).
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Post-placement assistance.
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Support and facilitation for wage or self-employment.
How to Apply
- Eligible candidates can register through the National Portal for Transgender Persons by providing their valid Transgender Certificate and ID Card.
- Training programme selection is based on applicant preference and availability.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 31 Dec 2025.