International Cooperation Sub-Scheme is one of the eight sub-schemes of Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK). The Department of Youth Affairs through International Cooperation Sub-Scheme endeavors to create an international perspective among the youth in collaboration with other countries and International Agencies/organizations on various youth issues to involve them in promoting peace and understanding.
All Voluntary Organisations / NGOs are requested to join NGO Partnership system to help create a database and to access information on schemes of the Department open for grants. You will also be able to apply online for the grants and track the status of your applications through this system.
India stands at the cusp of a demographic advantage, with its youth brimming with dynamic potential. Youth today are fresh, vibrant, aspirational, and deeply connected to a fast-evolving world. As young citizens navigate an increasingly interconnected global landscape, the Department of Youth Affairs envisions a nurturing and inclusive ecosystem- one that empowers and supports youth to explore their full potential across all spheres of life, beyond the bounds of age or background.
Rajiv Gandhi Adventure Scheme was launched on 26th June, 2009 for promoting adventure activities amongst students. Under the Scheme, special adventure camps are planned on a yearly basis for 2000 NSS Volunteers with at least 50% of the volunteers being girl students. The camps are conducted all over the country from Himalayan Region in the North to Kunnoor and Tekkadi in South India and to the desert sands of Rajasthan. Each adventure camp is of 10 days duration (excluding journey time).
