Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5%
A micro-credit loan of up to ₹1 lakh at 5% annual interest for Safai Karamcharis and their dependents in Haryana, with 10% margin money and a BPL subsidy of up to ₹10,000.
- Funding amount
- ₹1L (debt / loan)
- Funding type
- Debt / Loan
- Provider
- Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Micro Credit Finance scheme is run by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (HSFDC) together with the National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation (NSKFDC). It exists to put affordable working capital into the hands of Safai Karamcharis in Haryana and their dependents, so they can start a petty trade, a small business or another activity that generates a regular income.
Project costs of up to ₹1,00,000 are supported, and the money is delivered as a loan rather than as a one-time hand-out. That structure keeps the scheme revolving, but it is also softened on both ends: the Corporation contributes 10% of the project cost as margin money, and families identified as below the poverty line receive a subsidy as well. A repayment moratorium on the principal gives a new venture a few months to find its feet before instalments begin.
For a community that has historically struggled to raise capital on fair terms, the programme is a route into self-employment rather than a stopgap. It is open all year, and applications are routed through Haryana's online portals.
Highlights
- Loan of up to ₹1,00,000 for small businesses and income-generating activities
- Interest rate of 5% per annum on the recoverable amount
- 10% of the project cost given as margin money by the Corporation
- Subsidy of 50% of project cost, capped at ₹10,000, for below-poverty-line beneficiaries
- Principal repayment moratorium of 120 days (4 months)
- Open to Safai Karamcharis and their dependents in Haryana, aged 18 to 55
Who can apply
The scheme is reserved for a specific community and a specific state, so check both conditions before you begin an application.
- Residency: you must be a permanent resident of Haryana.
- Age: applicants should be between 18 and 55 years old.
- Community: you must be a Safai Karamchari, or a dependent of one. A Safai Karamchari means a person engaged in or employed for sanitation work; their dependents qualify too. A certificate issued by a gazetted officer or by an elected municipal or panchayat member is required as proof.
- Income: there is no income limit for the loan portion. The subsidy component, however, is only for beneficiaries classified as below the poverty line (BPL).
Small trades, petty businesses and other income-generating activities in Haryana are the kind of proposals the scheme is built for.
Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5% 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
Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5% 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 support package combines a low-cost loan with a margin contribution and a targeted subsidy.
- Loan amount: up to ₹1,00,000 to meet the project cost of a small business or income-generating activity.
- Interest rate: 5% per annum on the amount recoverable by HSFDC.
- Margin money: the Corporation provides 10% of the project cost as margin money, which reduces the capital you must arrange yourself.
- BPL subsidy: beneficiaries below the poverty line get a subsidy of 50% of the project cost, capped at ₹10,000.
- Repayment relief: a principal recovery moratorium of 120 days (4 months) applies, so instalments on the principal do not begin immediately.
The loan is meant to fund the actual setting up of a venture — a petty trade, a small business or a similar activity that produces income.
About the provider
Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5% is offered by Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, a government body. As a government-backed debt / loan, it is publicly funded and open to eligible startups across India.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Applications are not picked at random; each one is checked before any money moves.
- Scrutiny by the District Manager. Once your application is received, the concerned District Manager examines it closely and verifies it. This step establishes whether the applicant is genuine and whether the eligibility conditions of the scheme are met.
- Verification of eligibility. The District Manager's review looks specifically at the genuineness of the applicant against the scheme's criteria.
- Forwarding to NSKFDC. Applications that clear verification are sent on to the National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation for the final sanction of the loan.
- Sanction and disbursement. After NSKFDC approves, a sanction letter is issued. That letter authorises the release of the loan amount to the approved beneficiary, who can then begin the venture.
In short: the state-level District Manager screens, and NSKFDC gives the final approval that unlocks disbursement.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5%, 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
Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5% is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹1L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding can I get from the Micro Credit Finance scheme?
Project costs of up to ₹1,00,000 are supported. The money is extended as a loan from the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, so it has to be repaid, though at a concessional rate.
Who is eligible to apply?
You must be a permanent resident of Haryana, aged between 18 and 55 years, and you must be a Safai Karamchari or a dependent of one. A certificate from a gazetted officer or an elected municipal or panchayat member is needed to establish that status.
Is there any income limit to qualify?
There is no income limit for the loan component, so eligibility for borrowing does not depend on how much your household earns. The subsidy portion is different: it is available only to beneficiaries classified as below the poverty line.
What interest rate applies to the loan?
The amount recoverable by HSFDC carries interest at 5% per annum. That is the rate stated for the scheme and it applies to the loan extended to approved beneficiaries.
Does this scheme take equity in my business?
No. Micro Credit Finance is a debt scheme, so HSFDC does not take any stake, shares or ownership in your venture. You receive a loan that you repay, and the business remains entirely yours.
What subsidy and margin money are offered?
Two forms of support sit alongside the loan. The Corporation contributes 10% of the project cost as margin money, which lowers the amount you need to bring in yourself. Separately, beneficiaries below the poverty line receive a subsidy of 50% of the project cost, subject to a maximum of ₹10,000.
What documents and details will I need?
The online registration asks for your name, Aadhaar number, email address and mobile number, which is verified by an OTP. Later stages require supporting documents to be uploaded and details of your sureties to be entered. A Safai Karamchari certificate from a gazetted officer or an elected municipal or panchayat member is required as community proof.
What is the deadline to apply?
There is no fixed closing date — the scheme is rolling and always open. You can submit an application at any point during the year, subject to verification and sanction.
How do I apply for the scheme?
There are two online routes. The first is the HSFDC website at hscfdc.org.in/appreg, where you locate the scheme under the 'Bank Tie-up Scheme' section, register with your details, verify the OTP, complete the form and upload documents; you then log in again to add surety details and make a final submission, printing a copy for your records. The second is the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal at saralharyana.gov.in, where new users register first, log in, go to 'Apply for Services' and 'View all Available Services', and search for 'Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC'.
How can I track my application after submitting it?
Applications filed through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal can be tracked on the state's status page at status.saralharyana.nic.in. You will need to provide the Department Name, the Scheme Name and your Application Reference ID to pull up the status.
When do I have to start repaying the loan?
A principal recovery moratorium of 120 days, which is four months, applies to the scheme. This gives the new venture a short window to stabilise before repayments on the principal begin.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5%?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5%, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5%?
Micro Credit Finance under NSKFDC, Haryana — ₹1 Lakh Loan at 5% is offered by Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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