Central Government 5 best schemes for Transgender Persons in 2026. Get ID Card, Rs 5 Lakh health insurance, free skill training.
1. Transgender ID Card & Certificate 2026 – Apply Online
Get official Transgender ID Card from transgender.dosje.gov.in portal. No medical report needed. Self-declaration only. Card gives access to all schemes.
2. SMILE Scheme – Rs 15000 Monthly + Skill Training
Support for Marginalized Individuals. Get skill training (tailoring, beauty, computer), Rs 1500 per month stipend + placement support. Free coaching.
3. Ayushman Bharat TG Plus – Rs 5 Lakh Health Insurance
Free health insurance up to Rs 5 Lakh per year. Covers hormone therapy, sex reassignment surgery, general treatment. Any empaneled hospital.
4. Garima Greh Shelter Home – Free Food, Stay, Medical
13 shelter homes across India. Free safe stay, food, medical, counseling, recreation for transgender persons. Contact via helpline.
5. Transgender Welfare Board Scholarship – Rs 20000
Pre-matric and Post-matric scholarship for transgender students. Also top-up for hostel fees.
Documents: Aadhaar Card, Transgender Certificate (from portal), Bank Passbook, Mobile Number