What is Nagaland Women SHG Empowerment?
Nagaland Women Empowerment through Self Help Groups is implemented under the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) and NRLM framework. Women SHG members can access revolving fund assistance of ₹15,000 per group and micro-enterprise loans of ₹50,000 to ₹2 lakh at subsidized rates. The programme covers SHG formation, financial literacy, skill training in weaving (Naga textiles), food processing, bamboo crafts, and poultry. Naga Women's Union and Village Councils participate in community mobilization.
Nagaland Women SHG Empowerment — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Nagaland Women SHG & NULM Livelihood Scheme 2026 — ₹50,000–₹2 Lakh SHG Loan | Women Empowerment Nagaland |
| State | Nagaland (नागालैंड) |
| Launched By | Government of Nagaland |
| Launch Year | 2015 |
| Benefit | ₹15,000 revolving fund + ₹50,000–₹2 lakh micro-enterprise loan for women SHG members in Nagaland |
| Category | Women |
| Last Verified | 25 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nagaland.gov.in |
Nagaland Women Self-Help Group (SHG) Empowerment Scheme supports rural Naga women through the NRLM/NULM framework. Women SHGs receive ₹15,000 Community Investment Fund (CIF) as revolving fund, and active SHGs get ₹50,000–₹2 lakh micro-enterprise loans at subsidized rates. Focus areas include Naga traditional weaving, food processing, bamboo crafts, piggery, and poultry. Naga Women's Union supports community mobilization across villages.
📌 फायदा: ₹15,000 revolving fund + ₹50,000–₹2 lakh enterprise loan — Nagaland tribal women SHGs
पात्रता:
Woman member of registered SHG under NRLM/NULM in Nagaland, permanent Nagaland tribal resident, SHG active minimum 6 months with regular savings, annual family income below ₹3 lakh, priority to BPL and tribal women.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
Contact Block Development Officer (BDO) or DRDA → form SHG of 10–15 women → register under NRLM → maintain 6-month regular savings → apply for CIF and bank credit linkage → BDO/DRDA verification → loan disbursement.
Benefits of Nagaland Women SHG Empowerment
✅ ₹15,000 revolving fund + ₹50,000–₹2 lakh micro-enterprise loan for women SHG members in Nagaland
Who is Eligible for Nagaland Women SHG Empowerment?
- ✓ Woman member of registered SHG under NRLM/NULM in Nagaland
- ✓ Permanent Nagaland resident (tribal community)
- ✓ SHG active for minimum 6 months with regular savings
- ✓ Annual family income below ₹3 lakh
- ✓ Priority to BPL, tribal, and rural women
Documents Required for Nagaland Women SHG Empowerment
How to Apply for Nagaland Women SHG Empowerment Online?
- 1Open nagaland.gov.in and locate the registration or apply option
- 2Authenticate with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number (OTP verification)
- 3Complete the application form carefully — personal, bank and address details
- 4Upload scans of Aadhaar Card, Nagaland Tribal Certificate, SHG membership proof / passbook
- 5Cross-check every entry, then submit and save the reference number
- 6Track the application from the portal's status section while it is verified
Official Government Portal — Nagaland
nagaland.gov.in is the only authorised application channel, and the Nagaland government charges nothing there — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗 Apply at nagaland.gov.in