Shilpi Samridhi Yojana
By Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation
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Quick Answer
The Shilpi Samridhi Yojana offers loans up to ₹50,000, margin money, and a subsidy up to ₹10,000 to Scheduled Caste artisans in Haryana for economic development.
About this loan
The Shilpi Samridhi Yojana is a crucial economic empowerment initiative launched by the Haryana Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation, operating under the Government of Haryana. This scheme is specifically designed to uplift the economic status of eligible Scheduled Caste artisans within the state. It provides comprehensive financial assistance, including loans, margin money support, and subsidies, to enable these artisans to pursue and expand various economic development activities. The program aims to foster self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods by equipping beneficiaries with the necessary capital to invest in their craft or micro-enterprise, ultimately contributing to the betterment of their economic status.
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Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50,000
- Fund type
- Debt
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Repayable
What You Get
The scheme offers substantial financial benefits tailored to support Scheduled Caste artisans. Beneficiaries can access loans for economic development projects with a unit cost up to ₹50,000. To ease the financial burden, a margin money component is provided, covering 10% of the total project cost. Additionally, a significant subsidy is granted, amounting to 50% of the project cost, with a maximum cap of ₹10,000. These combined financial incentives are designed to provide a strong foundation for artisans to start, sustain, or expand their micro-enterprises and improve their economic standing.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
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Register
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How to apply
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Line up your documents
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Submit on the official portal
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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
Who is eligible for the Shilpi Samridhi Yojana?
The Shilpi Samridhi Yojana is open to Scheduled Caste artisans who are permanent residents of Haryana, aged between 18 and 45 years. Applicants' annual family income must not exceed ₹3,00,000, and they should not be defaulters of any corporation or bank, nor have misused previous loans or possess similar existing units.
What kind of financial assistance is provided?
The scheme offers financial assistance in the form of loans for economic development activities with a unit cost up to ₹50,000. Additionally, beneficiaries receive margin money support at 10% of the project cost and a subsidy of 50% of the total project cost, capped at a maximum of ₹10,000.
What is the application process for the scheme?
Applications are submitted online through the Antyodaya SARAL Portal. The process involves new user registration, logging in, selecting the specific scheme, filling out the online application form with all mandatory details, uploading required documents (annexures), and finally submitting the application to generate an acknowledgement receipt.
Are there any age limits for applicants?
Yes, applicants must fall within the age group of 18 to 45 years to be eligible for the Shilpi Samridhi Yojana.
Is there an income limit for applicants?
Yes, a key eligibility criterion is that the applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000.
