Uttarakhand Government Schemes and Services – Complete Guide

Uttarakhand, the "Devbhoomi" (Land of the Gods), is a north Indian state carved out of Uttar Pradesh in 2000. With 13 districts spanning the Himalayan foothills and plains, the state faces unique challenges — hilly terrain, seasonal migration, limited connectivity, and disaster vulnerability. The BJP-led state government runs numerous welfare schemes and digital portals to deliver services to its approximately 1.2 crore citizens across both the Garhwal and Kumaon divisions.

This comprehensive guide covers all major Uttarakhand government schemes, digital service portals, and essential helplines for residents.

Key Government Portals

Before diving into individual schemes, bookmark these essential Uttarakhand government portals:

Apuni Sarkar Portal

The Apuni Sarkar (Our Government) portal is Uttarakhand's flagship citizen service delivery platform. It offers 100+ government services online including:

• Domicile certificate, income certificate, caste certificate
• Character certificate, birth and death certificates
• Pension applications and status tracking
• Ration card services
• Various NOCs and permits

Citizens can register using their Aadhaar number and mobile, then apply for services, upload documents, and track application status — all from home.

Devbhoomi Portal – Land Records

The Devbhoomi portal provides access to Uttarakhand land records (Bhulekh). Citizens can:

• View Khasra-Khatauni (land ownership records) online
• Check property mutation status
• Access RoR (Record of Rights)
• Verify land details before property transactions

Women and Child Welfare Schemes

Nanda Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana

This flagship scheme promotes girl child education and prevents child marriage in Uttarakhand.

• Benefit: ₹51,000 as a fixed deposit upon the girl passing Class 12
• Eligibility: Girls from BPL families in Uttarakhand; family income below ₹72,000 per annum (rural) or applicable limit
• Condition: Girl must be unmarried and have passed 12th from an Uttarakhand school
• Application: Through school or Block Development Office; form available on e-District portal
• Documents: Aadhaar, BPL card, family income certificate, 12th marksheet, bank passbook

Mukhyamantri Vatsalya Yojana

Launched to support children orphaned during COVID-19, this scheme has been expanded as a broader child welfare initiative.

• Benefit: Monthly financial assistance, free education up to graduation, and employment support
• Coverage: Orphaned children (who lost one or both parents) in Uttarakhand
• Additional support: Free ration, health insurance, and skill training
• Application: Through District Probation Officer or Women & Child Development Department

Other Women-Centric Schemes

• Mukhyamantri Mahalakshmi Kit Yojana — Free nutrition and baby care kits for pregnant women and newborns
• Uttarakhand Widow Pension — Monthly pension for widows (₹1,200/month)
• Mukhyamantri Bal Poshan Yojana — Nutrition support for malnourished children through Anganwadi centres

Employment and Self-Employment Schemes

Mukhyamantri Swarozgar Yojana

The state's primary self-employment scheme encourages youth to start their own businesses instead of migrating out.

• Loan amount: Up to ₹25 lakh for manufacturing, ₹10 lakh for service sector businesses
• Subsidy: 25% of project cost (up to ₹6.25 lakh for manufacturing)
• Eligibility: Uttarakhand domicile, age 18–45 years, minimum 8th pass
• Apply at: msy.uk.gov.in
• Process: Online application → DIC verification → Bank loan → Subsidy disbursement

Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Tourism Self-Employment Scheme

Named after the freedom fighter, this scheme promotes tourism-related entrepreneurship in Uttarakhand's hill regions.

• Covers: Homestays, guest houses, adventure tourism, travel agencies, cafes near tourist spots
• Loan amount: Up to ₹15 lakh with government subsidy
• Subsidy: 25–33% depending on category (higher for SC/ST and women)
• Eligibility: Uttarakhand domicile with tourism-related business plan
• Application: Through District Tourism Development Officer or online

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Sahkarita Kisan Kalyan Yojana

Supports cooperative-based employment in agriculture and allied activities for rural Uttarakhand.

Health Schemes

Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana

Uttarakhand's state health insurance scheme, complementing the central Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY.

• Coverage: Up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary hospitalisation
• Beneficiaries: All Uttarakhand families (universal coverage unlike PM-JAY which targets BPL)
• Empanelled hospitals: Government and select private hospitals across Uttarakhand and referral hospitals in Delhi, Chandigarh
• Card: Atal Ayushman Golden Card — apply at CSC centres with Aadhaar and ration card
• Diseases covered: 1,350+ medical packages including surgeries, cancer treatment, cardiac care, dialysis
• Helpline: 14555

Mukhyamantri Anchal Amrit Yojana

Free flavoured milk to children (3–6 years) at Anganwadi centres twice a week to combat malnutrition.

Agriculture and Hill Farming Schemes

Uttarakhand's terrain makes farming challenging. The state runs several schemes specifically for hill agriculture:

Key Agriculture Schemes

Livestock and Dairy

• State subsidies on dairy farming and animal husbandry units
• Veterinary mobile units for remote hill villages
• Kamdhenu Yojana — improved breed cattle distribution

Migration Prevention and Hill Development

Reverse migration is a critical focus area for Uttarakhand, where thousands of hill villages face depopulation.

Key Initiatives

• Vapsi Scheme (Palayan Roke) — Incentives for families returning to abandoned hill villages; includes housing, livelihood, and connectivity support
• Livelihood improvement projects in Tehri, Pauri, Chamoli, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar districts
• PMGSY and state road schemes — All-weather road connectivity to remote villages
• Mukhyamantri Swarozgar Yojana (covered above) — Higher subsidy rates for hill districts
• Homestay and rural tourism promotion — Converting migration-prone villages into tourist destinations

Essential Services and Certificates

Uttarakhand Family Register (Parivar Register / Kutumb Register)

The Parivar Register is one of the most important documents for Uttarakhand residents. It is required for:

• Domicile certificate
• Government job applications
• Caste certificate
• Property matters
• Scheme eligibility

How to get it:

1. Visit the e-District portal (edistrict.uk.gov.in) or Apuni Sarkar portal
2. Submit application with family details, Aadhaar of all members, and residence proof
3. Verification by Gram Pradhan / Nagar Palika
4. Issuance by Tehsildar office (typically 15–30 days)

Other Essential Certificates via e-District

• Income Certificate — Required for scheme eligibility, college admissions
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) — Required for reservations, scholarships
• Domicile Certificate — Proof of Uttarakhand residence
• Character Certificate — Required for government jobs
• Solvency Certificate — For business and contracts

Education and Exam-Related Resources

Uttarakhand has its own recruitment and examination bodies. Check our detailed guides:

• 📘 UKTET – Uttarakhand TET Exam Guide — Complete preparation guide for Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test
• 📘 Uttarakhand Police Constable Exam Guide — Syllabus, eligibility, and strategy for UK Police recruitment
• 📘 UKPSC Exam Guide — Uttarakhand Public Service Commission exam preparation

Education Schemes

• State merit scholarships for Class 10 and 12 toppers
• Post-matric scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students
• Free textbook and uniform scheme for government school students
• Atal Utkrisht Vidyalaya Yojana — Upgrading select government schools to model school standard

Important Helplines

How to Apply for Uttarakhand Government Schemes

Most Uttarakhand government schemes follow a similar application process:

Online Application (Recommended)

1. Register on Apuni Sarkar Portal using Aadhaar and mobile number
2. Select the service from the scheme/service directory
3. Fill the application form with personal, family, and income details
4. Upload documents — Aadhaar, income certificate, caste certificate, photographs, bank passbook
5. Submit and note the application number for tracking
6. Track status on the same portal using your login

Offline Application

1. Visit the Block Development Office (BDO), Tehsil office, or District Collectorate
2. Collect the application form for the specific scheme
3. Attach self-attested copies of required documents
4. Submit to the designated officer and collect the acknowledgement slip
5. Follow up with the concerned department

Common Documents Needed

• Aadhaar Card
• Parivar Register (Family Register)
• Income Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate
• Bank Account Passbook (for DBT schemes)
• Passport-size photographs
• BPL/Ration Card (for targeted schemes)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Apuni Sarkar portal used for?

Apuni Sarkar (eservices.uk.gov.in) is Uttarakhand's single-window citizen service portal. You can apply for certificates (income, caste, domicile, birth/death), pensions, ration cards, NOCs, and 100+ government services online.

How do I get my Parivar Register (Family Register) in Uttarakhand?

Apply through the e-District portal or Apuni Sarkar portal. Submit family details, Aadhaar of all members, and address proof. After verification by the Gram Pradhan, the Tehsildar office issues the register within 15–30 days.

Who is eligible for Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana?

All families in Uttarakhand are eligible for Atal Ayushman Uttarakhand Yojana, which provides up to ₹5 lakh health insurance coverage per year. Get your Golden Card made at any Common Service Centre (CSC) with Aadhaar and ration card.

What is the benefit amount under Nanda Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana?

Eligible girls from BPL families receive ₹51,000 as a fixed deposit after passing Class 12 from an Uttarakhand school. The girl must be unmarried at the time of application.

How can I apply for Mukhyamantri Swarozgar Yojana?

Visit msy.uk.gov.in to apply online. You need to be an Uttarakhand domicile, aged 18–45, and at least 8th pass. Loans up to ₹25 lakh for manufacturing and ₹10 lakh for service sector are available with 25% subsidy.

What schemes are available to prevent migration from Uttarakhand hills?

The state runs the Vapsi (Palayan Roke) scheme with housing and livelihood support for returning families, tourism self-employment schemes, enhanced Swarozgar Yojana subsidies for hill districts, and road connectivity projects under PMGSY.

How do I check my land records on Devbhoomi portal?

Visit devbhoomi.uk.gov.in, select your district, tehsil, and village, then search by name or Khasra number to view your Khasra-Khatauni records online.

Uttarakhand residents can access most services through the Apuni Sarkar and e-District portals. For scheme-specific queries, contact the CM Helpline at 1905 or visit your nearest Jan Seva Kendra (CSC).