Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe
in Bihar
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Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe in Bihar
Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe in Bihar
Scheme Overview
Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste / Scheduled scheme aims to facilitate capital subsidy to SC/ST MSEs for purchasing of plant & machinery/equipment through institutional finance (bank loan).
Eligibility Criteria
Sole proprietorships, partnerships, co-operatives, private/public limited companies owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs in manufacturing or service sectors.
Must have valid Udyam Registration.
SC/ST units graduated from small to medium scale within 3 years of graduation.
New industries graduating to medium scale due to loan.
Benefits
25% subsidy to SC/ST MSEs on institutional finance for procurement of Plant & Machinery/equipment (i.e. a subsidy cap of ₹ 25,00,000/-) without any sector-specific restrictions is provided.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Self-certified copy of UAM & GST |
| 2 | Self-certified copy of PAN card - In case of proprietorship, PAN card of SC/ST proprietor ought to be submitted |
| 3 | Self-certified copy of Caste certificate of proprietor/ all partners/ directors |
| 4 | Details of shareholding in case of partnership / Pvt. Ltd / LLP firm. In case of partnership concerns, shareholding of the enterprise would be required to ascertain status of the MSE as SC/ST MSE (shareholding of SC/ST entrepreneur to be > 51%). Attested |
| 5 | Attested or original copy (signature with stamp) of payment receipt and system generated GST invoice for total amount paid to respective testing center or laboratory for availing various testing services |
| 6 | NABL/ BIS attested copy of final testing report received from the laboratory duly stamped and signed for all tests availed by SC-ST MSE unit |
| 7 | Proof of transferred amount as reimbursement by NSSHO/ NSIC through PFMS under the scheme, where any such assistance is availed earlier with in the same financial year |
| 8 | Cancelled Cheque of the current account of the enterprise from which the testing charges have been debited |
How to Apply in Bihar
The eligible SC/ST MSEs need to submit the application along with the required documents to their Prime Lending Institution (PLI). This is the bank from which they have availed the term loan for procuring plant and machinery/equipment. The Nodal b…
Offline The eligible SC/ST MSEs need to submit the application along with the required documents to their Prime Lending Institution (PLI). This is the bank from which they have availed the term loan for procuring plant and machinery/equipment. The Nodal banks/agencies notified by the Ministry of MSME will then upload the claim application of the SC/ST MSEs on a dedicated MIS Portal. The nodal banks/agencies will only consider proposals for credit that has been approved by their respective branches. For other eligible Primary Lending Institutions (PLIs), SIDBI and NABARD will be the nodal agencies for releasing the subsidy under SCLCSS.
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) is to facilitate capacity augmentation of existing SC/ST MSEs and for creation on new enterprises among SC/ST communities, 25 percent capital subsidy is provided for purchase of plant & machinery / equipment through institutional finance (bank loan).