Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan is a government-led initiative designed to equip Assam’s youth with financial resources, training, and guidance to start or expand entrepreneurial ventures. By investing in self-employment and micro-enterprises, the scheme aims to create a sustainable job ecosystem in both urban and rural regions of the state.
Key Highlights of CMAAA 2.0
- Scheme Name: Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan 2.0
- Launched by: Government of Assam
- Total Target Beneficiaries: 2 Lakhs (across two financial years)
- Financial Support: ₹2 Lakh or ₹5 Lakh (in two installments)
- Application Mode: Online
- Financial Year: 2024-25
- Helpline Email: support-cmaaa@assam.gov.in
Goals and Objectives
The program has been crafted to:
- Provide self-employment to educated unemployed individuals.
- Strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem across the state.
- Stimulate economic activity in remote and underserved areas.
- Enable the rural economy by promoting sustainable businesses.
- Offer financial aid and training to start new or grow existing ventures.
Who Can Apply?
To ensure only the most deserving candidates benefit, CMAAA 2.0 has defined a clear set of eligibility criteria:
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
- Permanent resident of Assam.
- Age: 28 to 45 years as of 1st April 2024.
- Education:
- General Category: Minimum 10th pass.
- SC/ST/OBC: Must have studied up to Class 10.
- Professional Degree Holders: 4-year degrees in fields like Engineering, Medicine, Agriculture, Veterinary, Fisheries, etc.
- Must have relevant skills or experience in proposed business activities.
- Bank Account: Must hold a scheduled commercial bank account opened before 1st April 2024.
- Must not be a loan defaulter.
- Only one member per family can apply.
- Must be registered with Employment Exchange in Assam.
- Not a beneficiary of CMAAA 1.0.
Application Process
The CMAAA application process is divided into two stages:
- Online Registration
- Application Submission
Applicants must first register online, fill in their personal and academic details, upload necessary documents, and pay the applicable registration fee.
📎 Registration Fees:
- General Category: ₹200/-
- SC/ST/OBC: ₹100/-
Target Sectors for Entrepreneurship
The scheme supports a broad range of sectors including:
- Agriculture and Horticulture
- Poultry and Dairy Farming
- Fisheries, Goat Farming, Piggery
- Plantation (Bamboo, Rubber, Agar)
- Readymade Garments, Stationery, Packaging
- Fabrication, Wood-based Industries
- Hardware and IT services
- Service-based micro-enterprises
Required Documents for Application
Ensure you have the following documents ready:
- Identity and address proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
- Educational qualification certificate
- Employment exchange registration card
- First page of bank passbook
- PAN Card
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 25th November 2024 |
| Online Registration End Date | 9th December 2024 |
| Application Submission Start Date | 1st February 2025 |
| Application Submission Last Date | Closed |
FAQs about Atmanirbhar Asom Scheme
Q1. When does online registration for CMAAA 2.0 begin?
👉 The online registration begins on 25th November 2024.
Q2. What is the last date for online registration?
👉 The deadline for registration is 9th December 2024.
Q3. When can I submit the final application?
👉 Submission of the online application starts from 1st February 2025.
Q4. What is the minimum qualification required to apply?
👉 For general applicants: Class 10 passed.
👉 For SC/ST/OBC: Studied up to Class 10.
👉 For professionals: 4-year degree in Medicine, Engineering, etc.
Q5. How much financial assistance is provided?
👉 ₹2 Lakh or ₹5 Lakh depending on qualification, split into 50% grant and 50% interest-free government loan.
Q6. Can I apply if I already applied in CMAAA 1.0?
👉 Only those who did not receive benefits in CMAAA 1.0 can apply again using the same credentials.