Stand Up India — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Stand Up India Scheme 2026 — ₹10 Lakh to ₹1 Crore Loan | SC/ST & Women Entrepreneurs |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2016 |
| Benefit | Bank loan Rs.10 lakh to Rs.1 crore for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs — no collateral barrier, 7-year repayment |
| Category | Employment |
| Last Verified | 10 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://www.standupmitra.in |
What is Stand Up India?
Stand Up India facilitates bank loans between Rs.10 lakh and Rs.1 crore to at least one SC or ST borrower and one woman borrower per bank branch for setting up new greenfield enterprises. Over 2.37 lakh accounts sanctioned worth Rs.55,000 crore since 2016. 7-year repayment period with 18-month moratorium. Apply at standupmitra.in.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Bank loan Rs.10 lakh to Rs.1 crore for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs — no collateral barrier, 7-year repayment. The scheme was launched in 2016 and is implemented by the Government of India.
Benefits of Stand Up India
Bank loan Rs.10 lakh to Rs.1 crore for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs — no collateral barrier, 7-year repayment
Who is Eligible for Stand Up India?
- ✓SC, ST, or woman entrepreneur
- ✓Age 18 or above
- ✓Setting up a new greenfield enterprise
- ✓Not defaulter with any bank or financial institution
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Documents Required for Stand Up India
How to Apply for Stand Up India Online?
- 1Visit the official portal at https://www.standupmitra.in
- 2Click on Apply Now or Register button on the homepage
- 3Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
- 4Fill in the online application form with required details
- 5Upload the required documents including Aadhaar and bank passbook
- 6Review all details and submit the application
- 7Note down the application reference number for future tracking
- 8Wait for verification and approval from the concerned authority
Official Government Portal
Apply directly on the official government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗Apply on www.standupmitra.inFrequently Asked Questions — Stand Up India
Common Questions About Employment Schemes
पीएम विश्वकर्मा योजना में 18 ट्रेड कौन से हैं?+
1. बढ़ई (Carpenter), 2. नाव बनाने वाला (Boat Maker), 3. शस्त्र बनाने वाला (Armourer), 4. नाई (Barber), 5. लोहार (Blacksmith), 6. हथौड़ा व टूल किट निर्माता, 7. ताला बनाने वाला (Locksmith), 8. सुनार (Goldsmith), 9. कुम्हार (Potter), 10. मछली पकड़ने का जाल बनाने वाला, 11. मूर्तिकार/पत्थर तराशने वाला (Sculptor), 12. मोची/जूता बनाने वाला (Cobbler), 13. राजमिस्त्री (Mason), 14. टोकरी/चटाई/झाड़ू बनाने वाला, 15. गुड़िया व खिलौना बनाने वाला, 16. माला बनाने वाला (Garland Maker), 17. धोबी (Washerman), 18. दर्जी (Tailor)।
How to apply for PM Vishwakarma Yojana online?+
PM Vishwakarma registration is done OFFLINE at CSC centres using Aadhaar biometric — you cannot register directly online without CSC. Go to your nearest Common Service Centre with your Aadhaar card. Registration is completely FREE.
What is the maximum project cost under PMEGP?+
For manufacturing sector: Rs.50 lakh project cost (raised from Rs.25 lakh in 2023-24). For business/service sector: Rs.20 lakh. The government subsidy (margin money) ranges from 15 to 35% of the project cost.
Who implements PMEGP?+
PMEGP is implemented by Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) at the national level, through State KVICs, DICs (District Industries Centres), and KVIBs at the state and district levels. Apply online at kviconline.gov.in/pmegpeportal.
What is E-Shram Card?+
E-Shram is a government portal where unorganized sector workers (labourers, vendors, domestic workers, farmers etc.) register to get a 12-digit Universal Account Number (UAN) card and access social security benefits.
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