State & Central Aviation Schemes
Promoting inclusive air connectivity through RCS-UDAN, 100% state pilot training scholarships for SC/ST youth, aviation fuel tax rationalization, and drone technology initiatives.
Government Schemes & Subsidies
Learn about state-sponsored initiatives empowering citizens, regional travelers, and aviation students in Jharkhand.
UDAN - Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)
Government of Jharkhand is an active partner in the Ministry of Civil Aviation’s UDAN scheme, funding 20% of the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) to make air travel affordable at capped fares (₹2,500/hour) for common citizens.
Chief Minister Pilot Training Scholarship
Hon'ble Chief Minister’s flagship welfare scholarship providing 100% full financial sponsorship covering 200 flying hours, multi-engine rating, simulator, and boarding for SC and ST domicile youth of Jharkhand at JFI Ranchi.
Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) Tax Rationalization
To incentivize scheduled airline carriers and non-scheduled charter operators to base their night halts and flights in Jharkhand, the state has slashed Value Added Tax (VAT) on ATF from 20% to just 4%.
Jharkhand Drone Ecosystem Promotion Scheme
Promoting unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology in precision agriculture, mineral boundary surveillance, and disaster response. Subsidized Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) courses for polytechnic and ITI graduates.
State Heli-Tourism & Spiritual Circuit
Connecting spiritual and eco-tourism gems across Jharkhand via scheduled helicopter shuttles: linking Deoghar (Baba Baidyanath), Giridih (Parasnath Shikharji), Ramgarh (Rajrappa), and Netarhat hill station.