Udyogini Scheme
in Karnataka
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Udyogini Scheme in Karnataka
Udyogini Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Karnataka.
Apply for Udyogini Scheme in Karnataka
Scheme Overview
Udyogini is an innovative scheme to assist women in gaining self-reliance and economic independence through self-employment, mainly through trade and the service sector. It also provides for a subsidy on loans for undertaking business activities/ micro enterprises through banks, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a woman.
The family income of the applicant should be less than ₹ 1,50,000/- for women belonging to general and special categories. No limit on family income for widowed or disabled women.
The age of the applicant should be between 18 to 55 years for all categories.
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Karnataka.
The applicant should not have defaulted on any past loan with any financial institution.
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**Reservation / Preference / Priority**
Preference must be given to the extremely poor, destitute, widow, and physically challenged.
In addition, preference may be given to candidates who have undergone prior skill development training or vocational training conducted by any KSWDC or any other department.
About 10% of the allocated target has been earmarked to benefit applicants of members of World Bank-assisted Swashakthi or Stree Shakthi groups.
Benefits
For women belonging to the Scheduled caste and Scheduled tribe, the unit cost is a minimum ₹ 1,00,000 to a maximum of ₹ 3,00,000. The subsidy is 50% of the loan amount, income limit of the family should be below ₹ 2,00,000 per year.
For women belonging to the special category and general category maximum unit cost is ₹ 3,00,000. Subsidy for special category women and for general category women is 30% or a maximum of ₹ 90,000/-. With EDP training for selected beneficiaries.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Three passport-size photographs of the applicant. |
| 2 | Certificate regarding training/experience of the activity under which the loan is sought. |
| 3 | Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the activity for which financial assistance is sought. |
| 4 | Ration Card / Voter ID Card. |
| 5 | Annual Income Certificate of the Family. |
| 6 | Caste Certificate (in case of SC/ST applicants). |
| 7 | Quotations for Machinery, Equipment, and other Capital Expenses |
How to Apply in Karnataka
Step 1: To apply for a business loan, the applicant can visit the nearest bank with all the required documents and fill out an application form to proceed with bank formalities. The application forms are available in the offices of the Deputy Dire…
Offline Step 1: To apply for a business loan, the applicant can visit the nearest bank with all the required documents and fill out an application form to proceed with bank formalities. The application forms are available in the offices of the Deputy Director/CDPO, and also on the official website of the banks offering loans. Alternatively, it can be downloaded from the website of the corporation www.kswdc.com.
Step 2: The completed application form along with the required documents has to be submitted to the nearest bank / KSFC branch. The bank / KSFC officials will verify the documents and the project proposal and then process the loan application. Ban…
Offline Step 2: The completed application form along with the required documents has to be submitted to the nearest bank / KSFC branch. The bank / KSFC officials will verify the documents and the project proposal and then process the loan application. Banks send a request letter to the Corporation for the release of subsidy, and the bank then releases the loan amount.
Step 3: Once the loan application is approved, the loan amount is disbursed to the applicant's bank account or directly to the supplier's account for the machinery, equipment, or any other capital expenditure.
Offline Step 3: Once the loan application is approved, the loan amount is disbursed to the applicant's bank account or directly to the supplier's account for the machinery, equipment, or any other capital expenditure.
Step 1: The applicants can apply for loans online by visiting the official website of banks offering loans under the Udyogini scheme. CDPO examines applications and forwards them to Selection Committee after spot verification.
Online The selection committee examines and forwards to Banks to release the loan.
Step 2: The bank / KSFC officials will verify the documents and the project proposal and then process the loan application. Banks send a request letter to the Corporation for the release of subsidy, and the bank then releases the loan amount.
Online Step 2: The bank / KSFC officials will verify the documents and the project proposal and then process the loan application. Banks send a request letter to the Corporation for the release of subsidy, and the bank then releases the loan amount.
Step 3: Once the loan application is approved, the loan amount is disbursed to the applicant's bank account or directly to the supplier's account for the machinery, equipment, or any other capital expenditure.
Online Step 3: Once the loan application is approved, the loan amount is disbursed to the applicant's bank account or directly to the supplier's account for the machinery, equipment, or any other capital expenditure.
Common questions in Karnataka
Who can apply for Udyogini Scheme in Karnataka?
Eligible residents of Karnataka who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Udyogini Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Udyogini Scheme in Karnataka?
Applicants in Karnataka typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Udyogini Scheme?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 1 January 1997 through 1 January 1997, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Udyogini scheme is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of Karnataka to provide financial assistance to women entrepreneurs and promote their participation in the state's economic development.