How to Apply for SMILE Scheme 2026?
Apply for SMILE Scheme 2026 – Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise
The SMILE Scheme launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment aims to rehabilitate individuals engaged in begging and help them live a dignified, self-reliant life through shelter, skill development and livelihood support.
Objective of SMILE Scheme
- Identification and rehabilitation of individuals involved in begging
- Provision of shelter, food and healthcare
- Skill development and vocational training
- Employment and self-employment support
- Mainstream social integration
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Key Benefits of SMILE Scheme
- Safe Shelter & Care
- Health & Psychological Counseling
- Skill Development Training
- Livelihood & Enterprise Support
- Documentation Assistance
Who Can Apply for SMILE?
- Registered NGOs
- Shelter Home Operators
- Livelihood Development Organizations
- Government-recognized Institutions
Understand How to Apply for SMILE Scheme
Download Official SMILE SOP & Guidelines: Download SMILE Scheme SOP PDF
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