Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs
in Puducherry
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Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs in Puducherry
Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to extend financial assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs for setting up new Micro Enterprises or for expansion of existing units. The applications for this scheme are accepted online through the PIPDIC portal.
Eligibility Criteria
New and existing Micro Enterprises, promoted by Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs.
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Benefits
Loan of upto ₹2,00,000/-.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy Of Acknowledgement Of Micro, Small And Medium Enterprises Registration Certificate Obtained From Industries Department. |
| 2 | Copy Of Lease Deed For The Work Premises In ₹10.00 Rupees Stamp Paper. |
| 3 | Copy Of Sale Deed For The Work Premises (In Case The Premises Is Owned By The Applicant). |
| 4 | Quotation From Selected Supplier For All Machinery And Equipment Proposed With Detailed Specification And Catalogue (Original To Be Produced). |
| 5 | Two Comparative Quotations From Standard Suppliers For All Machinery And Equipment Proposed (Original To Be Produced). |
| 6 | Selected Machinery Supplier’s Client List With Detailed Postal Address. |
| 7 | Proof For Sale Price Of End Product And Quotations For Main Raw-Materials To Be Used. |
| 8 | Tie-up Letters For Marketing The Product. |
| 9 | Copy Of Partnership Deed And Acknowledgement Of Registrar Of Firm (In The Case Of Partnership Concern). |
| 10 | Copies Of Permanent Account Number Card, Voters Identity Card, Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, And Bank Pass Book. |
| 11 | Copy Of The Community Certificate (In Case Of Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe). |
| 12 | Profitability Statement Detailing Monthly Sales / Income And Expenditure Details. |
| 13 | Consent Letter To Offer Collateral Security To The Extent Required By Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development And Investment Corporation. |
| 14 | Documentation For Payment Of Investigation Fee @ 0.50% On The Loan Amount Applied Plus Applicable Service Tax (With 50% Concession For Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Entrepreneurs). |
| 15 | Applicable Licence Copies, Such As Inspector Of Factories Approval, Municipal / Panchayat Permission, And Pollution Clearance. |
| 16 | Permission From Puducherry Planning Authority, Puducherry. |
| 17 | Power Feasibility Certificate From Electricity Department, Puducherry. |
| 18 | A Copy Of Permission Letter Obtained From The Electricity Department, Puducherry For Captive Generation Of Power (In Case Generator Is Required For The Project). |
| 19 | Copy Of No Objection Certificate/Clearance From Department Of Industries And Commerce/Department Of Science, Technology And Environment From Pollution Angle. |
| 20 | Original Title Deed, Antecedent Title Deeds, Encumbrance Certificate For 30 Years, Valuation Certificate, Field Measurement Book Copy, Patta Copy, And Legal Opinion Report For Collateral Security Property (Valuation Certificate To Be Obtained From Approve |
| 21 | Original Title Deed/Lease Deed, Antecedent Title Deeds, Encumbrance Certificate For 30 Years, Valuation Certificate, Field Measurement Book Copy, Patta Copy Etc For Factory Site. |
How to Apply in Puducherry
User Manual: https://pipdic.in/uploads/PIPDIC_docs/user_manual.pdf How to Apply: https://pipdic.in/how_to_apply Applicant Login: https://pipdic.in/customer_login Application Link: https://pipdic.in/forms Grievance Form: https://pipdic.in/grievance…
Online User Manual: https://pipdic.in/uploads/PIPDIC_docs/user_manual.pdf How to Apply: https://pipdic.in/how_to_apply Applicant Login: https://pipdic.in/customer_login Application Link: https://pipdic.in/forms Grievance Form: https://pipdic.in/grievance_form Visit the PIPDIC website. Click "Login". Click the “New customer” link under the “Login” menu, enter a username, email-id, password, and captcha, and then click the "Register" button. Use the registered email-id to log in. An OTP is sent to the registered email address. The applicant is then required to enter the OTP and click "Login" to access to the customer dashboard. Upon successful login, the customer needs to update their profile by accessing the "Edit Profile" option (top right corner of the dashboard). The applicant must provide all required details. Click "Submit". To initiate the loan application process, the applicant must navigate from the customer dashboard by clicking on the "Applications" tab. A pop-up window displaying a checklist of General Terms and Conditions, interest rate structure, investigation fees, and collateral security norms will appear for review. Carefully read this checklist, confirm that all necessary documents have been gathered as requested, and click the “I Agree” button to proceed to the application form. Fill the multi-step application form, providing appropriate details in all mandatory fields across the required steps. The applicant must carefully read and agree to the comprehensive declaration provided within the application form (covering confirmation of true information, absence of unauthorized borrowing arrangements, and consent to verification) before finally ticking the "I agree to terms" checkbox and clicking the final "Submit" button for the main application form. The system will redirect the applicant to enter the Biodata of the Promoter, Partner, or Director, which is typically a multi-step process. The necessary KYC and supporting documents must be uploaded by clicking the "Choose File" button next to each field. Once the entire application and bio-data submission is complete, pay the applicable application fee. If selecting online payment, the system automatically redirects the applicant to the payment summary page, where they verify their details and make the payment. Upon successful payment, the user is redirected back to PIPDIC website, where a receipt for the application fee paid is generated. The applicant can print this receipt or save it to their computer as a PDF for future reference. The customer can monitor the status of their submitted application (which will initially show a status like 'UNDER REVIEW') by clicking the "View My application" link on the dashboard and selecting the relevant loan application in the drop-down menu. For loans up to ₹25,00,000/-, the application fee is ₹100/-. For loans above ₹25,00,000/-, the application fee is ₹200/-. The applicant can contact the Managing Director, Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation Limited at No.60, Romain Rolland Street, Puducherry 605001. The office phone number is 0413-2334361. The email address for contact is [email protected]. The General Manager (Administration) can be contacted via mobile at 9894653835.
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Scheme of Assistance to SC/ST Entrepreneurs in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
To create your account, visit the PIPDIC website at https://pipdic.in/, click "Login", and then select the "New customer" link. Enter a unique username, your email address, a secure password, and the Captcha code, then click "Register" to complete the registration process. <br>