Stand-Up India
Stand-Up India Scheme for Women & SC/ST
Composite bank loans from ₹10 Lakh to ₹1 Crore for women and SC/ST entrepreneurs setting up greenfield units.
₹10L – ₹1 CroreFunding supportLow margin money (up to 15%)Incentivestandupmitra.inOfficial portal
Who can apply
- SC/ST and/or woman entrepreneur, aged 18+
- Greenfield (first-time) enterprise in manufacturing, services, trading or agri-allied
- For companies/partnerships, 51% stake held by SC/ST or woman
- No default with any bank
Key benefits
- Composite loan (term + working capital)
- Repayment up to 7 years with 18-month moratorium
- CGSSI guarantee cover
- Handholding via Stand-Up Mitra
Documents needed
- Aadhaar & PAN of promoter(s)
- Udyam Registration certificate
- Bank statements (last 6–12 months)
- Business address proof
- Caste certificate (SC/ST)
- Project report
- Partnership deed / MoA (if entity)
How to apply
- Register on Stand-Up Mitra
- Choose handholding / lender
- Bank appraisal
- Sanction & disbursement
Am I eligible for Stand-Up India?
1What are you looking for?
2What's your business type?
3How much funding do you need?
4How old is the business?
5Owner category
Frequently asked
Is it only for new businesses?
Yes — it targets greenfield, first-time ventures.
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Information summarised from official guidelines; limits change — always verified against standupmitra.in before filing.