Atmanirbhar Assam 2024 – Online Registration for CMAAA 2.0 [Reopen for 5 Districts]

Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan 2024

The Government of Assam, led by Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, introduced the Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) in a cabinet meeting held on 12th September 2023. This initiative aims to encourage entrepreneurship and self-employment among the youth of Assam, offering them financial and policy support to become self-reliant and contribute to the state’s socio-economic development.

Objective of the Scheme:

The Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) seeks to tackle unemployment and foster inclusive growth in Assam. By providing youth with self-employment opportunities, the initiative is geared towards creating a self-sustaining entrepreneurial ecosystem that promotes economic prosperity. It is a step towards empowering individuals while contributing to the overall progress of the state.

The scheme targets 2 lakh eligible beneficiaries over the next two years: 1 lakh in FY 2023-24 and 1 lakh in FY 2024-25. The second phase of the registration process began on 18th October 2024.

Key Scheme Details:

• Scheme Name: Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan 2.0
• Organization: Government of Assam
• Targeted Beneficiaries: 2 lakh
• Type: Financial Assistance
• Financial Year: 2024-2025
• Financial Assistance: ₹2 lakh or ₹5 lakh in two installments
• Launch Date: 23rd September 2023
• Application Mode: Online
• Helpline: For assistance, email support-cmaaa@assam.gov.in

Objectives of Atmanirbhar Asom Scheme:

The primary aim of the scheme is to provide a robust foundation for self-reliance among unemployed youth. The government focuses on enabling youth to undertake income-generating activities by providing:

1. Self-employment opportunities to educated youth.
2. Creation of an entrepreneur-friendly ecosystem in Assam.
3. Employment generation through the setup and growth of new and existing ventures, both in rural and urban areas.
4. Financial support to individuals or groups for initiating new economic activities or expanding existing enterprises.
5. Strengthening the rural economy by focusing on rural areas.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must fulfill the following criteria to be eligible for the scheme:

1. CMAAA 1.0: The applicant should not have been a beneficiary of CMAAA 1.0.
2. Residency: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Assam.
3. Age: Applicants should be between 28 to 45 years old as of 1st April 2024.
4. Educational Qualification:
   • Non-Professional Courses:
     • General Category: At least Class 10 passed.
     • OBC, SC, and ST Categories: Minimum Class 10.
   • Professional Courses:
     • Applicants should have a 4-year degree in fields like Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Veterinary, or Fishery.
5. Skills: The applicant should possess skills, experience, or knowledge to undertake income-generating activities.
6. Bank Account: The applicant should have an active account with a Scheduled Commercial Bank, opened before 1st April 2024.
7. Loan Defaulter: Applicants must not have defaulted on loans from any scheduled commercial bank.
8. Family: Only one member from any family can benefit under this scheme (family defined as husband, wife, brother, and sister).
9. Employment Exchange Registration: Applicants must be registered with the Employment Exchange of Assam.

Targeted Sectors:

The scheme will focus on the following sectors:

• Agriculture and Horticulture
• Poultry
• Dairy
• Goat Farming
• Piggery
• Fisheries
• Packaging
• Ready-made Garments
• Fabrication
• Hardware Business
• Plantation (e.g., Bamboo, Rubber, Agar)
• Self-Employment after Professional Courses
• Wood-based Industries
• Other Sectors, including Services

Registration Fee:

The registration fee for the scheme varies based on category:

• General Category: ₹200
• SC/ST/OBC Categories: ₹100

How to Apply for the Scheme:

Eligible applicants can apply online for the scheme starting from 18th October 2024. The process involves two stages: Registration and Application Submission.

Steps for Online Registration:

1. Visit the Important Web-Links section.
2. Click on the “Online Registration Form” link, which will open a new page.
3. Register using your basic details.
4. After registration, click on the “Online Registration Form” link again to Log In.
5. Fill in personal and educational details and upload necessary documents.
6. Pay the registration fee according to your category and submit the form.
7. After submission, an acknowledgment receipt will be generated.

Applicants who have previously signed up for CMAAA 1.0 (but were not beneficiaries) can use their old credentials to log in and apply.

Required Documents for Registration:

Applicants must upload the following documents during the online registration process:

• Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License)
• Address Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License)
• Educational Qualification Proof
• Employment Exchange Registration Card
• First page of Active Bank Account Passbook
• PAN Card

Important Dates:

• Start of Online Registration: 25th November 2024
• Last Date for Online Registration: 9th December 2024
• Start Date for Online Application Submission: To be updated later
• Last Date for Application Submission: To be updated later

This scheme is a significant initiative by the Assam Government to foster entrepreneurship, create employment, and drive socio-economic growth. By offering financial support and guidance, it aims to empower youth and build a self-reliant Assam.

Important Web-Links of Atmanirbhar Scheme

Online Registration Form	Click Here
Project Report Templates	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Salient Features of Atmanirbhar Asom Scheme

The Atmanirbhar Asom Scheme is a unique initiative by the Government of Assam designed to generate employment opportunities by establishing new entrepreneurial ventures. The scheme primarily targets promoting self-income opportunities for micro-entrepreneurial youth from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families and low-income households. This initiative is aligned with Assam’s vision of economic development and self-reliance, contributing to both individual growth and overall socio-economic improvement in the state.

Here are the key features of the Atmanirbhar Asom Scheme:

Beneficiary Coverage:

• The scheme aims to cover 2 lakh eligible beneficiaries over the next two years.
  • 1 lakh beneficiaries will be targeted in FY 2023-24.
  • The remaining 1 lakh will be targeted in FY 2024-25.

Financial Assistance:

• For Professional Courses:
  • Beneficiaries from fields such as Engineering, MBBS, BDS, Veterinary, Fisheries, Agriculture, etc., will receive ₹5 lakh.
  • 50% Grant and 50% Interest-Free Government Loan.
• For Other Qualifications (Post Graduates, General Graduates, ITI/Polytechnic pass-outs, Diploma holders in technical courses, Matriculates in General Category, Up to Class X for SC/ST/OBC):
  • ₹2 lakh assistance.
  • 50% Grant and 50% Interest-Free Government Loan.

Financial Assistance Details:

• The financial assistance is a combination of government grants and interest-free loans, aimed at helping beneficiaries establish micro-enterprises or service units.
• The loan provided will have to be repaid after 5 years.
• Beneficiaries will receive assistance in two installments (₹2 lakh or ₹5 lakh), depending on their eligibility.

Skill-Based Training:

• Selected beneficiaries must undergo 1 month of training in entrepreneurship, management, and accounting skills at selected educational and skill training institutions.
• During this training, each beneficiary will receive a ₹10,000 stipend to support their learning.

Official CMAAA 2.0 Portal:

• The official CMAAA 2.0 portal allows candidates to submit their online registration forms for the Atmanirbhar Assam Scheme.
  

Footnote:

The Mukhyamantrir Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan complements the national initiative of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (Self-Reliant India), which focuses on building self-sufficiency and resilience in various sectors. This scheme aligns with the national vision by empowering the people of Assam to become self-reliant through support in critical sectors such as agriculture, small-scale industries, service sectors, and the rural economy. The ultimate goal is to stimulate economic development, create jobs, and improve the socio-economic condition of the state.