Mukhyamantri Alpsankhyak Rozgar Rinn Yojana
By Minority Welfare Department, Government of Bihar
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Quick Answer
Bihar loan of up to ₹5 lakh at 5% simple interest for minority youth aged 18 to 50 for employment and income-generation activities.
About this loan
Minority youth in Bihar can get a loan of up to ₹5,00,000/- at 5% simple annual interest for employment and income-generation activities. Eligible communities are Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain and Parsi. You repay in 20 quarterly installments over a 5-year period. A 3-month moratorium applies before interest accrues.
You must be a permanent resident of Bihar, aged 18 to 50, with annual family income below ₹4,00,000/-. Government and semi-government employees cannot apply. Non-Muslim applicants need a religious belief certificate.
The Minority Welfare Department, Government of Bihar, launched the scheme. The Bihar State Minorities Financial Corporation Limited (BSMFC) implements it.
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Grant providers
The Minority Welfare Department of the Government of Bihar runs welfare schemes for minority communities in the state, from hostel support for students to residential schools. The department was established in 1991 and its office is in the Annexi Building, Main (old) Secretariat…
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- Amount
- Up to ₹5L
- Fund type
- Debt
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Repayable
What You Get
Under the Mukhyamantri Alpsankhyak Rozgar Rinn Yojana, eligible youths from minority communities can avail loans up to ₹5,00,000/- at a simple annual interest rate of 5%. This financial support is specifically designed to facilitate employment and income-generation activities. A 3-month moratorium period is provided before interest accrues. The loan can be repaid in 20 equal quarterly installments over a period of 5 years. This scheme offers vital capital for establishing or expanding small businesses without requiring equity, promoting economic self-reliance among beneficiaries.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The selection process for the Mukhyamantri Alpsankhyak Rozgar Rinn Yojana involves several stages. Initially, applications submitted to the District Minority Welfare Office undergo a preliminary review. Following this, a crucial step is the site inspection and verification of submitted documents, which is carried out by the divisional in-charge who also provides recommendations. Further processing of documents like affidavits and guarantee bonds takes place at the Corporation's regional office. Priority is given to applicants who have educational qualifications or skill training, reside in rural areas, are women, disabled, abandoned, or widowed, are aged between 18 to 35 years, are members of registered cooperative institutions or self-help groups, or are experienced applicants/shopkeepers. Former beneficiaries who have fully repaid their loans on time are exempt from the selection and site inspection process, streamlining their re-application. Final sanction and disbursement occur after all verifications are successfully completed.
Application Process
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Publish Advertisement
Bihar State Minorities Financial Corporation Limited publishes ads in daily newspapers.
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Program templates & documents
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum loan amount available under this scheme?
Applicants can avail loans up to ₹5,00,000/- for employment and income-generation purposes.
What is the interest rate and repayment period for the loan?
A simple annual interest rate of 5% is levied on the loan amount, which must be repaid in 20 quarterly installments over 5 years, following a 3-month moratorium.
Who is eligible to apply for this loan?
Permanent residents of Bihar from minority communities (Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi) between 18 and 50 years of age, with an annual family income below ₹4,00,000/-, and not a government/semi-government employee, are eligible.
How is the loan amount disbursed?
After the Sanction Order, amounts less than ₹1,00,000/- are transferred directly to the applicant's account. Amounts greater than ₹1,00,000/- (for equipment) are transferred to the vendor's account upon receipt of a quotation.
What is the application process?
Applications are invited through newspaper advertisements by the Bihar State Minorities Financial Corporation Limited (BSMFC). Applicants submit forms and documents to the District Minority Welfare Office, followed by site inspection, document verification, and final disbursement upon successful completion.
Are there any preferences for certain applicants?
Yes, preference is given to applicants with educational qualifications or skill training, rural residents, women, disabled, abandoned, or widowed individuals, those aged 18-35 years, members of cooperative institutions/SHGs, and experienced applicants/shopkeepers. Former beneficiaries who fully repaid on time are exempt from selection and site inspection.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
