School Justice & Empowerment Registration

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE), Government of India, provides support, recognition, and financial grants to NGOs and institutions working for the welfare of:

• Scheduled Castes (SC)
• Other Backward Classes (OBC)
• Economically Backward Classes (EBC)
• De-notified & Nomadic Tribes
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD / Divyangjan)
• Senior Citizens
• Drug Rehabilitation & De-Addiction
• Socially disadvantaged groups

To apply for government schemes, an NGO or institution must complete Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE) Registration

1. Purpose of MSJE Registration

MSJE registration allows NGOs to:

• Apply for Central Government grants
• Run hostels, special schools, coaching centres
• Receive funding for SC/ST/OBC welfare programs
• Run drug rehabilitation centres (IRCAs)
• Provide rehabilitation services for disabled persons
• Apply for post-matric & pre-matric scholarships
• Work under senior citizen welfare schemes
• Receive grants for skill development and community-based projects

2. Who Can Apply?

These organisations are eligible:

• Registered NGOs / VO / NPO
• Trusts
• Societies
• Section 8 Companies
• Special Schools for Disabled Children
• Drug De-Addiction & Rehabilitation Centres
• Schools/Hostels for SC/ST/OBC students
• Old age homes, half-way homes
• Community-based rehabilitation centres

3. Prerequisite: NITI Aayog (NGO Darpan) Registration

MSJE does not consider any NGO unless it is registered on:
NGO Darpan Portal.

You must have:

• NITI Aayog UID
• Updated profile
• Governing body details
• Uploaded activities

4. Documents Required

A. NGO / Institution Documents

• Registration Certificate of Trust/Society/Section 8 Company
• Trust Deed / Memorandum
• PAN of NGO
• Address proof
• Governing Body list
• Activity Report
• Annual Reports

B. Financial Documents

• Audited Financial Statements (Last 2–3 Years)
• Bank Statement
• Utilization Certificate (for old grants)

C. Project / Scheme Documents

• Project proposal
• Infrastructure proof (photos, building plan, rent/ownership)
• Staff list with qualifications
• Beneficiary list
• Certification (Fire, Sanitation, Health etc. — for schools/hostels)

5. Types of MSJE Registrations (Scheme Wise)

MSJE covers multiple registrations under different welfare schemes aimed at uplifting socially and economically disadvantaged groups.

1. SC Welfare Schemes

• Pre-Matric & Post-Matric Scholarships
• Hostels for SC boys & girls
• Support to schools working for SC students

2. OBC / EBC Welfare Schemes

• Educational upliftment programs
• OBC hostels
• Skill development programs for OBC youth

3. Divyangjan (PwD) Registration

Under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD):

• Registration of special schools for children with disabilities
• Registration of rehabilitation service centres
• Grants for assistive devices and aids

4. Drug Rehabilitation (IRCA) Registration

Under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction:

• Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts (IRCA)
• Drop-in centres
• Outreach and awareness programs

5. Senior Citizen Welfare Registration

Under the National Action Plan for Senior Citizens:

• Old age homes
• Day-care centres for senior citizens
• Physiotherapy and wellness clinics

6. Registration Process (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Register on NGO Darpan (NITI Aayog)

• Obtain UID
• Update institution profile

Step 2: Identify MSJE Scheme

Choose the scheme depending on your institution's work:

• SC / ST Welfare
• OBC Welfare
• Disabled Welfare
• Drug Rehabilitation
• Senior Citizen Support

Step 3: Prepare Documents

Collect:

• Registration documents
• Activity report
• Financial audit
• Project proposal

Step 4: Apply on the Respective MSJE Portal

Each scheme has its own portal, such as:

• DEPwD Portal (for disability sector)
• Social Defence Portal (for senior citizens & drug rehabilitation)
• SC Development Welfare Portal
• NGO Grant-in-Aid Portal

Step 5: Upload Documents

Include:

• PAN
• Registration certificate
• Project details
• Staff details

Step 6: District-Level Inspection

District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) visits:

• Premises
• Beneficiaries
• Facilities
• Staff verification

Step 7: Approval by Ministry

After successful verification, approval is granted and the NGO receives:

• Registration
• Empanelment
• Eligibility for grants/funds

7. Advantages of MSJE Registration

• Eligibility for Central & State funding
• Access to various welfare schemes
• National-level recognition
• Higher credibility for CSR partnerships
• Eligibility for empanelment & tenders
• Strengthening NGO’s social impact

8. Post-Registration Compliance

NGOs must:

• Submit annual reports
• File audited statements
• Maintain activity & beneficiary records
• Follow ministry guidelines
• Submit Utilization Certificates (UCs)