Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders
Bihar's Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana gives entrepreneurs from Minority communities financial support worth as much as ₹10 lakh — half as a non-repayable grant, half as an interest-free loan — along with mandatory entrepreneurial training.
- Funding amount
- ₹10L (debt / loan)
- Funding type
- Debt / Loan
- Provider
- Department of Industries, Government of Bihar (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana is one of the community-focused windows of the Mukhyamantri Udyami Yojana, delivered by the Department of Industries, Government of Bihar. It exists to help people from Minority communities in the state start and run their own business instead of relying only on wage employment.
Money sits at the centre of the offer. A selected applicant can access as much as ₹10,00,000, split half as a grant that never has to be paid back and half as an interest-free loan. Alongside the capital, the scheme requires beneficiaries to complete training so they can actually manage what they build.
The wider purpose is economic and social: more local enterprises, more self-reliant first-generation entrepreneurs, and a more inclusive business culture across Bihar. Applications are handled through the state's udyami portal, and the window has no fixed closing date — it stays open through the year, so you can apply when your plan and papers are ready.
Highlights
- Financial support of up to ₹10,00,000 (₹10 lakh) per selected applicant
- Split 50:50 — half non-repayable grant, half interest-free loan
- Reserved for Minority community applicants who are permanent residents of Bihar
- Applicants must be 18–50 years old with at least 10+2, Intermediate, ITI or Polytechnic Diploma
- Mandatory entrepreneurial skill development training for beneficiaries
- Rolling applications — the window has no fixed deadline
Who can apply
Two conditions come first: an applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar and must belong to a Minority community. The scheme is not open to applicants from other states or to community categories outside this scope.
Age and education are prescribed as well:
- Age: between 18 and 50 years
- Education: at least 10+2 / Intermediate, an ITI qualification, a Polytechnic Diploma, or an equivalent certificate
The venture you propose must be set up as a proprietorship or a partnership firm. Those are the only business structures named for this scheme.
Women from Minority communities have an added choice — they may apply here or under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyami Yojana, depending on which they prefer.
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders 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
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders 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
A successful applicant can receive as much as ₹10,00,000 (₹10 lakh) to establish a business. The amount is not handed over in one form:
- 50% as a grant: up to ₹5,00,000 that does not have to be repaid
- 50% as an interest-free loan: up to ₹5,00,000, on which no interest is charged
Because the package is a grant plus an interest-free loan, it is non-dilutive — no equity or ownership share in your business is taken in return.
Training is part of the package, not an optional extra. Beneficiaries must attend skill development sessions designed to prepare them for running and growing their venture effectively.
About the provider
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders is offered by Department of Industries, Government of Bihar, a government body. As a government-backed debt / loan, it is publicly funded and open to eligible startups across India. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders, 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
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does this scheme actually provide?
A selected applicant can access as much as ₹10,00,000, and that total is made of two equal halves — a grant of up to ₹5,00,000 that does not have to be returned, and a loan of up to ₹5,00,000 on which no interest is charged. The loan portion carries no interest cost.
Is there a last date by which I must apply?
No. Applications run on a rolling basis and the window stays open throughout the year. You can submit whenever your business plan and paperwork are ready, as there is no notified cut-off date to meet.
Who is allowed to apply?
You must be a permanent resident of Bihar and belong to a Minority community. You also need to be between 18 and 50 years of age and to have completed at least 10+2 / Intermediate, an ITI course, a Polytechnic Diploma, or an equivalent qualification.
Does the government take equity or a share of my business in exchange?
No. The support is built as a grant plus an interest-free loan, so no ownership stake in your venture is taken. The grant component is non-repayable, and the loan component is repaid without any interest being added.
What kind of business entity do I need to set up?
The unit you propose has to be a proprietorship or a partnership firm. These are the two structures specified under this scheme.
Do I have to attend the training sessions?
Yes, training is mandatory for beneficiaries. The skill development sessions are intended to build the entrepreneurial ability you need to manage and expand the business you set up with the funding.
How do I apply for the Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana?
Applications are made online. Start by visiting the official website and choosing the Registration/Log in option, selecting "Mukhyamantri Udyami Yojana" as MMUY. Enter your Aadhaar number, create a password, log in and complete the registration form, then submit it.
After registering, log back in with your Aadhaar number and password, open the application form on your dashboard, fill in the details, upload the specified documents, review everything for accuracy, submit, and download the acknowledgement receipt for your records.
What documents do I need to keep ready?
Registration on the portal is done with your Aadhaar number and a password that you create. Once you are logged in, the application form collects your details and asks you to upload the documents specified on the portal before you submit. After submitting, download the acknowledgement receipt and retain it for future reference.
Can a woman from a Minority community apply under a different scheme instead?
Yes. Women from Minority communities have the option of applying either under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyami Yojana or under the Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana, based on their own preference.
Which department runs this scheme?
It is administered by the Department of Industries, Government of Bihar, and operates as one component of the larger Mukhyamantri Udyami Yojana, which the state uses to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who is eligible to apply for Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders?
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
Who offers Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders?
Mukhyamantri Alpasankhyak Udyami Yojana — ₹10L for Bihar Minority Founders is offered by Department of Industries, Government of Bihar, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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