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 | MSME & Industry |
| 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
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: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Caste certificate for SC/ST
- 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.
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