MINISTRY OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS (MoTA) REGISTRATION

1. Introduction

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA), Government of India, is the nodal ministry responsible for policy formulation, planning, and implementation of programs related to the socio-economic development of Scheduled Tribes (STs).
NGOs, Trusts, and Societies working for tribal welfare can apply for registration to receive project-based support, grants, and empanelment

2. Purpose of Registration

Registration with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs helps organizations to:

• Apply for Central Government Grants-in-Aid under various schemes.

• Participate in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) initiatives.

• Get empanelment under NGO‐Darpan (NITI Aayog) and MoTA database.

• Work on assigned tribal development projects in states and tribal districts.

• Obtain recognition for tribal welfare activities in education, livelihood, skill development, health, culture, and conservation.

3. Eligibility Criteria

Eligible organizations include:

• Registered Societies

• Registered Trusts

• Registered Section 8 Companies

Organizations must have:

   o Valid NGO-Darpan Registration
   o 12A & 80G (preferable)
   o Minimum 3 years of experience in welfare activities
   o Financial statements for 2–3 years
   o A clean record with no legal or financial violations

4. Types of Registrations / Approvals under MoTA

A. NGO Grants-in-Aid Registration

For organizations implementing tribal welfare projects such as:

• Education, hostels, scholarships

• Tribal livelihood enhancement

• Skill development & entrepreneurship

• Health & nutrition projects

• Tribal culture and language preservation

B. EMRS Participation / Empanelment

For organizations wishing to support:

 • Residential school operations

 • Vocational education

 • Vocational education

C. Research & Fellowship Projects

MoTA offers registration for:

 • Research institutions

 • Universities

 • Think tanks working on tribal issues

5. Documents Required

• Society/Trust/Section 8 Incorporation Certificate

• Memorandum of Association / Trust Deed

• NGO-Darpan Unique ID

• PAN of Organization

• Aadhaar & PAN of Office Bearers

• Audited Financial Statements (last 3 years)

• Annual Reports (last 2–3 years)

• 12A & 80G Certificates (if available)

• Details of past projects and activities

• Bank account details (preferably in nationalised bank)

• Photographs, proof of work, testimonials

6. Benefits of Registration

• Eligibility for Central grants

• Increased credibility and visibility

• Opportunities to implement tribal schools and training projects

• Participation in national-level tribal welfare schemes

• Strengthened trust among donors, CSR partners, and government agencies

7. Important Portals

• NGO-Darpan

• MoTA Grants Portal

• EMRS Portal

• PFMS Portal (for grant fund tracking)