Stand-Up India

Open all year Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), with scheduled commercial banks All of India

Loan

Bank loan of ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Bank loans for SC, ST and women founders starting a new business
Who can apply: SC, ST or women entrepreneurs above 18
For a new (greenfield) enterprise only
Firms need 51% SC, ST or woman ownership
You put in 15% as margin money
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Apply on the Stand-Up Mitra portal or at a bank branch
Best for: Idea, Prototype stage
Run by: Government of India

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