Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana: Loans up to ₹1,25,000 for Haryana Women
A Haryana scheme that gives women from Backward Classes loans of up to ₹1,25,000 — on their own or through a self-help group — to start or grow a business.
- Funding amount
- ₹1.3L (debt / loan)
- Funding type
- Debt / Loan
- Provider
- Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana for Backward Classes is a state-level loan scheme implemented by the Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam. Its purpose is straightforward: to place working capital in the hands of women from Backward Classes in Haryana who want to launch a venture of their own or push an existing one further.
The support is offered as a loan, with each beneficiary able to access up to ₹1,25,000. Applications are accepted from individual women entrepreneurs as well as from self-help groups, which means a group can borrow collectively on behalf of its members.
By combining easy access to credit with a clear target group, the scheme works towards self-employment and financial independence for women in the state, and towards their wider participation in Haryana's economy.
Highlights
- Loan of up to ₹1,25,000 per beneficiary
- For women entrepreneurs from Backward Classes in Haryana
- Individual women and self-help groups can both apply
- Applicants must be 18–55 with family income up to ₹3,00,000
- Non-dilutive debt funding — no equity is taken
- Applications filed online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
Who can apply
The scheme is reserved for women from Backward Classes who live in Haryana. To be considered, an applicant has to satisfy every one of the following conditions:
- Domicile: she must be a permanent resident of Haryana.
- Gender and age: the scheme is open to women aged 18 to 55 years.
- Community: an individual applicant must belong to Backward Classes. Where a self-help group applies, at least 60% of its members must be from Backward Classes; the remaining 40% may come from other weaker sections such as SC, handicapped or minority communities.
- Family income: annual family income must not be more than ₹3,00,000.
- Identity document: a Pariwar Pehchan Patra (PPP ID / Family ID) is mandatory.
There are no industry restrictions listed, and the scheme does not require DPIIT recognition or MSME registration.
Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana: Loans up to ₹1,25,000 for Haryana Women is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana: Loans up to ₹1,25,000 for Haryana Women accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.
What the funding covers
The benefit is a business loan of up to ₹1,25,000 per beneficiary. Because the funding is debt-based, it is non-dilutive — the scheme does not take equity or any ownership stake in the business.
The capital can be put towards setting up a new enterprise or towards expanding one that is already running. It is released either to an individual woman entrepreneur or directly to a self-help group.
The stated objective behind the money is economic self-reliance, giving women from Backward Classes the means to become self-employed and financially independent.
About the provider
Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana: Loans up to ₹1,25,000 for Haryana Women is offered by Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam, a government body. As a government-backed debt / loan, it is publicly funded and open to eligible startups across India.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana: Loans up to ₹1,25,000 for Haryana Women, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Who this is best for
Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana: Loans up to ₹1,25,000 for Haryana Women is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹1.3L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs the Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana?
The scheme is implemented by the Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam, the state corporation responsible for backward class welfare in Haryana.
How much money can I get under this scheme?
A beneficiary can access a loan of up to ₹1,25,000. The amount is sanctioned either to an individual woman entrepreneur or to a self-help group, and it is meant to be used for business purposes.
Is this a grant or a loan? Does the scheme take equity in my business?
It is a loan, not a grant, so the amount has to be repaid. Since the funding is debt-based, the scheme takes no equity or ownership share in your business — it is non-dilutive.
Who is eligible to apply?
You need to be a woman aged between 18 and 55, a permanent resident of Haryana, and from a Backward Class family. Your annual family income should not be more than ₹3,00,000, and you must hold a Pariwar Pehchan Patra (PPP ID). All of these conditions have to be met.
Can a self-help group apply, and what are the membership rules?
Yes, self-help groups can apply. At least 60% of the group's members have to be from Backward Classes, while the remaining 40% may come from other weaker sections such as SC, handicapped or minority communities. The loan can be released directly to the group.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
No. Neither DPIIT recognition nor MSME registration figures among the conditions for this scheme. What is required is a Pariwar Pehchan Patra (PPP ID), along with the age, community, income and residency criteria.
What documents do I need to apply?
The essential item is your Pariwar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID), which you enter on the portal so that your family data can be fetched and verified by OTP. The online form also requires you to upload the supporting documents it asks for, so keep them ready before you begin.
Is there an application deadline?
No fixed last date has been set. The scheme operates on a rolling basis and stays open, so applications can be submitted at any time through the official portal.
How do I apply for the Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana?
Applications are made online on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. First register as a new user with your name, email ID, mobile number, password and state, then verify the account by OTP. Log in, go to 'Apply for Services' and then 'View all Available Services', search for 'Mahila Samiriddhi Yojana' and open the form. Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number to fetch family data, pick the applicant name, verify with an OTP sent to that family member, fill in the mandatory details, upload the required documents, preview everything and submit.
How can I check the status of my application?
After submitting, you can track progress on the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. You will need to provide your Department Name, Scheme Name and Application Reference ID to pull up the status.
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