Self Employment Scheme Gujarat

Description
The "Self Employment Scheme" was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial support to unemployed tribal individuals by offering affordable loans for self-employment opportunities. Under this scheme, loans ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹5,00,000 are provided at a concessional interest rate to enable beneficiaries to start any of the 85 identified businesses.

Benefits
• Monetary Benefit: Loan assistance between ₹50,000 and ₹5,00,000, depending on the chosen business activity.
• Interest Rate: 4% per annum.
• Coverage: Applicable for 85 different types of businesses as identified by the department.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
2. - The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
3. - The applicant must be unemployed at the time of applying.
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Application Process
Step 1: Visit the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation official website.
Click on the "APPLY FOR LOAN".
Select the scheme name "Foreign Study".
Fill the registration form: Full Name (as per Aadhaar Card), Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Mobile Nu…
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Visit the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation official website.
Click on the "APPLY FOR LOAN".
Select the scheme name "Foreign Study".
Fill the registration form: Full Name (as per Aadhaar Card), Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, Uder name, Password for login, Confirm Password.
Click on the "Sign Up.
After successful registration, User ID and Password will be generated.
Enter User ID, Password, and Captcha Code.
After login, schemes applicable to your caste will be displayed.
Click on the scheme you want to apply for.
Fill the "Application Form" and upload the required documents
Click Save Application. The system will generate an Application Number.
Click Print Application.

Required Documents
• 7/12 Certificate
• Affidavit
• Artisan Identity Card
• Business Address Proof
• Identity Card
• Passport-size Photos
• Ration Card
• Aadhaar Card
• Age Proof
• Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque
• Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Quotations

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Self Employment Scheme?
A: No, the application process is online.
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Q: What is the minimum and maximum loan amount?
A: Minimum ₹50,000 and maximum ₹5,00,000.
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Q: Is there an income limit to apply?
A: No, there is no income limit.
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Q: What types of businesses are covered under the scheme?
A: 85 identified businesses approved by the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation.
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Q: What documents are required to apply?
A: Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Quotations, Bank Details, among others.
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Q: Can applicants with any educational background apply?
A: Yes, there are no educational restrictions.
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Q: Can I apply offline?
A: No, the application process is online.
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Q: Where can applications be submitted?
A: On the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation’s [online portal](https://adijatinigam.gujarat.gov.in/home).
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Q: Is there any application fee?
A: No, the application apply process is free of cost.
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Q: Can an applicant from another state apply?
A: No, the scheme is only applicable for Gujarat resident.
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