Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities
in Uttarakhand
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Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities in Uttarakhand
Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to provide a grant of 25% of the loan amount (for loans ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakh) to individuals belonging to minority communities, who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand, for the purpose of self-employment.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant must belong to a minority community (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Parsi, Buddhist, or Jain).
The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 55 years.
The annual family income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,50,000/-, or the applicant should be a member of a BPL family.
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Benefits
Under this scheme, a grant is provided for self-employment. On taking a loan of ₹1 lakh to ₹10 lakh, a grant of 25% of the loan amount is given, with a minimum grant of ₹25,000/- and a maximum of ₹2,50,000/-.
The benefit of the scheme is available only on taking a loan, in which 60% of the project cost is provided as a loan, 25% as grant/subsidy by the department, and 15% as contribution by the applicant.
Interest on the loan will be charged according to the current prevailing rates of the bank.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Income certificate / BPL certificate |
| 2 | Caste certificate |
| 3 | Permanent residence certificate |
| 4 | Aadhaar card |
| 5 | Bank account details |
| 6 | A project report for the proposed scheme |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Self-Employment Scheme for Unemployed Minority Communities in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must be permanent residents of Uttarakhand, belong to a minority community, be aged between 18 and 55 years, and have a family income of ₹2,50,000 or less per year, or be a member of a BPL family. <br>