Self-Employment Scheme for Scheduled Castes and Tribes
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme helps Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe families in Uttarakhand who live below the poverty line start their own small business or self-employment activity. It is run by the Uttarakhand state government to provide financial support through easy loans and subsidies. The goal is to help these families become self-reliant and improve their economic condition through entrepreneurship.
What You Get
- Concessional loans at lower interest rates for starting a business or self-employment activity
- Financial subsidy to reduce the loan burden
- Support for various business sectors including agriculture, retail, services, and small manufacturing
- Flexible repayment terms for loan beneficiaries
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: Uttarakhand residents only
- Belongs to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe community
- Family income is below the poverty line as defined by government
- Resident of Uttarakhand state
- Age typically 18 years or above
- Willing to engage in self-employment or start a business
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Caste Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Address Proof
- 6. Business Plan Document
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Uttarakhand
- Category
- Employment
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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