Indian Community Welfare Fund
A scheme by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for the welfare of Overseas Indians; assisting them in distress situations. ICWF has also been a critical support in emergency evacuation of Indian nationals from conflict zones, countries affected by natural disasters and other challenging situations.
At a glance
| Level | Central government |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Ministry Of External Affairs |
| States and UTs | All India |
| Areas | |
| Scheme for | Institutions & infrastructure |
| Tags | Non Resident Indian, Overseas Indian, Welfare, Student, Legal Assistance, Medical Assistance, Disability, PwD, Artist, Shelter |
Before you apply
Information from the myScheme snapshot, Aug 2026. Confirm it on the official page: eligibility, documents, benefits and deadlines are set by the issuing department and are not part of this listing.
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