YSR Vahana Mitra Scheme – Financial Assistance for Drivers: YSR Vahana Mitra provides financial aid of ₹10,000 annually to self-owned auto/taxi drivers in Andhra Pradesh. Check eligibility and application process.
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Important Details – YSR Vahana Mitra Scheme
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Launch Date | 1st June 2021 |
| Financial Assistance | ₹10,000 per annum |
| Purpose | Support for insurance, fitness certificate, repairs |
Benefits of YSR Vahana Mitra
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Financial Assistance | ₹10,000 annually for self-owned auto/taxi drivers. |
| Payment Method | Through Bank Transfer or Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS). |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Ownership | Must own and drive an auto rickshaw/taxi/maxi cab. |
| Family Eligibility | One vehicle per family; defined as husband, wife, and minor children. |
| Income and Property Limits | Landholding and property restrictions apply; monthly electricity consumption should be under 300 units. |
| Government Employment | Applicants or family members should not be government employees or pensioners (except families of sanitary workers). |
| Income Tax | Applicants should not be income tax payees. |
| GSTN | Applicants should not hold GSTN. |
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply for the YSR Vahana Mitra scheme:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Log in to Citizen Schemes Portal and select “YSR Vahana Mitra” from the dropdown. |
| 2 | Application is forwarded for verification by WEA/WWDS. |
| 3 | Field verification and eKYC by Volunteers/WEAs/WWDS. |
| 4 | MPDOs/MCs review and verify applications. |
| 5 | Provisional eligible and reverification lists are published. |
| 6 | Raise grievances if needed, based on ineligibility reasons. |
| 7 | Final eligible and ineligible lists are published. |
| 8 | Raise grievances on final rejection if necessary. |
| 9 | Disbursement of benefits through AEPS; acknowledgment is done via eKYC. |
| 10 | Track application status on the Citizen Schemes Portal. |
Documents Required
Gather the following documents for your application:
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Number of Self | Required for identity verification. |
| Aadhaar Number of Family Members | Spouse and minor children. |
| Valid Driving License | To drive an auto rickshaw/light motor vehicle. |
| Ration Card | BPL/white ration card/Annapurna card/Antyodaya card. |
| Vehicle Documents | Registration certificate and tax records for the vehicle. |
| Bank Account Details | Aadhaar linked bank account details including number, bank name, and IFSC code. |
| Vehicle Photo | With the beneficiary. |
| Proof of Address | Residential certificate. |
| Ownership Proof | Documents proving ownership and driver status of the vehicle. |
| Caste Certificate | For SC/ST/BC/Minority communities. |
FAQs
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Who is eligible for YSR Vahana Mitra? | Self-owned auto/taxi drivers who meet the income and property criteria. |
| How much financial assistance is provided? | ₹10,000 annually. |
| How is the payment made? | Through Bank Transfer or Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS). |
| What documents are needed to apply? | Aadhaar numbers, driving license, ration card, and vehicle documents. |
| Can family members apply for multiple vehicles? | No, only one vehicle per family is eligible. |
| What if my application is rejected? | You can raise a grievance through the Citizen Schemes Portal. |
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