Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission
✓ Information verified — April 2026Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) is India's main program to reduce poverty in rural areas. Run by the Ministry of Rural Development, it helps poor families—especially women—by creating strong community groups and connecting them to financial services, loans, and job opportunities. The scheme works across all states to build lasting livelihoods and reduce poverty.
What You Get
- Formation and support of Self Help Groups (SHGs) for women and poor families
- Access to bank loans and credit at affordable rates
- Skill training and vocational education for income-generating activities
- Business grants and subsidy support for starting small enterprises
- Livelihood improvement through agriculture, animal husbandry, and non-farm activities
- Community mobilization and capacity building support
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 0–100 years
- Individuals living below the poverty line in rural areas
- Women, especially those in Self Help Groups
- Marginal farmers and landless laborers
- Artisans and workers in unorganized sectors
- Open to all castes and religions
- Applicants must be Indian citizens
- Preference given to economically weaker sections
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Income Certificate
- 3. Bank Passbook
- 4. Residence Proof
- 5. Caste Certificate
- 6. BPL Certificate
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
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Rural Development
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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