Nai Roshni – Scheme for Leadership Development of Minority Women
Leadership and confidence-building training for minority-community women
Government
Central Government
Who it’s for
Minority Women
Application mode
Through empanelled NGO/training camp
Processing time
Depends on the batch cycle of the specific implementing organisation.
Deadline / renewal
No fixed national deadline — batches run periodically based on the implementing agency's project calendar.
What it provides
Leadership and life-skills training for minority women (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, Jain) to build confidence and enable engagement with government systems and banks.
Benefits breakdown
Who’s eligible
Minority-community women, 18 years and above.
Documents required
- Identity proof (Aadhaar)
- Minority community proof (self-declaration/community certificate as required by the implementing NGO)
- Passport-size photograph
How to apply
In-person / offline
- Find an NGO empanelled by the Ministry of Minority Affairs running a Nai Roshni project in your district (check with the state Minority Welfare Department or the Ministry's list of implementing agencies)
- Register for the upcoming training batch with the organisation
- Attend the leadership development training camp
Helpline
Contact your State Minority Welfare Department for a list of active Nai Roshni implementing agencies
FAQs
Is there a fee for this training?
No — training under Nai Roshni is free for eligible participants.
Can I apply directly to the Ministry?
No — enrolment is through NGOs/organisations empanelled to run Nai Roshni projects in specific districts.
Last verified 31 August 2026