Rajiv Yuva Vikasam (Telangana)
Rajiv Yuva Vikasam is a Telangana scheme announced in 2025 to give SC, ST, BC and minority youth ₹50,000 to ₹4 lakh with a large subsidy to start their own business. About 16 lakh people applied. Nothing has been paid yet; the first phase is planned to start on 19 November 2026.
What is Rajiv Yuva Vikasam?
Rajiv Yuva Vikasam was announced by the Telangana government in 2025 to help unemployed youth from SC, ST, BC and minority communities set up self-employment units, with the government paying most of the cost.
Support that was announced
| Unit cost | Subsidy |
|---|---|
| Up to ₹50,000 | 100% |
| Up to ₹1 lakh | 90% |
| Up to ₹2 lakh | 80% |
| Up to ₹4 lakh | 70% |
The rest of the unit cost was to be covered by a bank loan.
Who was eligible?
- Unemployed youth from SC, ST, BC and minority communities in Telangana.
- Annual family income below ₹1.5 lakh in rural areas and ₹2 lakh in urban areas.
- Age 21 to 55 for non-agricultural units (up to 60 for agriculture-related units).
What applicants can do now
- Keep your application number and acknowledgement safe.
- Watch for official announcements from the Telangana government and your district's SC/ST/BC/Minority welfare offices.
- Never pay anyone who promises to get your unit sanctioned.
- Meanwhile, look at schemes that are open now: PM Mudra loans, PM Vishwakarma (for traditional trades) and free skill training under PMKVY.
Frequently asked questions
Has Rajiv Yuva Vikasam started?
Not yet. About 16 lakh people applied. In September 2026 the Deputy Chief Minister said the first phase, for units up to ₹1 lakh, will start on 19 November 2026. No money had been paid as of 15 October 2026.
Will everyone who applied get Rajiv Yuva Vikasam?
No. Applying does not mean you are selected. Beneficiaries are chosen after verification under the District Collector, and the first phase covers only units up to ₹1 lakh.
How much support was announced under Rajiv Yuva Vikasam?
₹50,000 to ₹4 lakh per unit, with a subsidy of 100% for units up to ₹50,000, falling to 70% for units up to ₹4 lakh.
Who could apply for Rajiv Yuva Vikasam?
Unemployed SC, ST, BC and minority youth in Telangana with family income below ₹1.5 lakh (rural) or ₹2 lakh (urban), aged 21 to 55.
What can I do while waiting?
Keep your application number safe, and consider schemes open now such as PM Mudra loans, PM Vishwakarma and free PMKVY skill training.
Sources
- Telangana Today: One year on, Rajiv Yuva Vikasam yet to take off (Apr 2026)
- The Hans India: First phase of Rajiv Yuva Vikasam to start on 19 November (15 Sep 2026)
- Andhra Jyothy: ₹1 lakh aid from 19 November, Adilabad applications (22 Sep 2026)
- Kamareddy district (telangana.gov.in): Rajiv Yuva Vikasam Scheme