Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Swawlamban Yojana (DDUSY)
By Department of Finance, Planning and Investment, Government of Arunachal Pradesh
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Quick Answer
Capital subsidy and project loan for unemployed youth in Arunachal Pradesh aged 18 to 45 who start a self-employment project, with extra interest subsidy for women.
- Funding amount
- ₹10L – ₹50L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Arunachal Pradesh
About this subsidy
Unemployed youth in Arunachal Pradesh aged 18 to 45 can get a 40% front-ended capital investment subsidy and a loan of 30% of the project cost to start a self-employment project. Women entrepreneurs get an additional 5% annual interest subsidy while their loan account stays standard (not an NPA).
You need a bankable, viable project in food processing, eco-tourism, traditional textile weaving, or small-scale manufacturing, service centres or diagnostics. You must be Class XII passed or equivalent (10+2) and put in at least 30% of the project cost yourself. The combined subsidy and loan runs from ₹7,00,000 for a ₹10,00,000 project to ₹35,00,000 for a ₹50,00,000 project.
Proposals are screened by District Level Screening Committees (DLSCs) and banks. Final assistance follows DDUSY guidelines and bank appraisal. The Arunachal Pradesh Innovation & Investment Park (APIIP) offers incubation support and training workshops. It recommends startups selected through the Arunachal Pradesh Entrepreneurship Development Program (APEDP) for a quota of 50 beneficiaries.
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Subsidy providers
Provider
Department of Finance, Planning and Investment, Government of Arunachal PradeshArunachal Pradesh · India
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹10L – ₹50L
What You Get
Beneficiaries under DDUSY receive substantial financial support designed to kickstart their entrepreneurial ventures. This includes a 40% front-ended capital investment subsidy for eligible small and medium enterprises, significantly reducing the initial financial burden. Additionally, applicants can avail a loan component amounting to 30% of the project cost. For women entrepreneurs, an additional 5% annual interest subsidy is provided, encouraging greater participation and easing repayment pressure, provided their loan account remains standard (not an NPA). The total project cost supported can go up to ₹50,000,000, with the combined subsidy and loan component ranging from ₹7,00,000 (for a ₹10,00,000 project) to ₹35,00,000 (for a ₹50,00,000 project). Beyond direct financial aid, the scheme offers incubation support and training workshops through partners like APIIP, ensuring entrepreneurs are well-prepared and their projects are viable.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are initially submitted online and undergo a multi-stage review process to ensure viability and bankability. District Level Screening Committees (DLSCs), in coordination with participating banks, are responsible for the evaluation and selection of beneficiaries. For a specific quota of 50 beneficiaries, the Arunachal Pradesh Innovation & Investment Park (APIIP) identifies and recommends eligible startups, ensuring they are entrepreneurially trained and their projects are well-defined. The final financial assistance is then disbursed based on comprehensive DDUSY guidelines and thorough bank appraisal. Preferences are accorded to projects that demonstrate alignment with state development goals, such as those in border community development blocks or manufacturing units, and to applicants with relevant educational qualifications or those contributing more than the minimum mandatory own contribution.
Application Process
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Register Online
Create an account on the official DDUSY portal by providing basic personal and contact details.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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See the questions before you start
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Line up your documents
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Swawlamban Yojana (DDUSY)?
DDUSY is a scheme by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to promote entrepreneurship among unemployed youth by providing financial assistance, including capital subsidies and loans, for self-employment projects.
Who is eligible to apply for DDUSY?
Eligible applicants must be unemployed youth from Arunachal Pradesh, aged 18-45 years, with a minimum qualification of Class XII pass, and a viable project proposal in specified sectors like food processing, eco-tourism, manufacturing, or diagnostics.
What kind of financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
The scheme offers a 40% front-ended capital investment subsidy and a loan component equivalent to 30% of the project cost. Women entrepreneurs receive an additional 5% annual interest subsidy. The maximum project cost supported is ₹50,00,000.
What are the minimum and maximum financial benefits one can receive?
For eligible project costs ranging from ₹10,00,000 to ₹50,00,000, the total direct funding (subsidy + loan) can range from ₹7,00,000 to ₹35,00,000.
Are there any specific contributions required from the applicant?
Yes, applicants are required to contribute at least 30% of the total project cost as their own contribution.
Which sectors are prioritized under DDUSY?
The scheme prioritizes projects in food processing (agriculture, horticulture, allied sectors), eco-tourism (homestays, tour operators), traditional textile weaving, small-scale manufacturing (including bamboo processing), service centres, and diagnostic units.
