Short Term Financial Assistance To Good Borrowers
By Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC)
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Quick Answer
PIPDIC offers short-term financial assistance as loans ranging from ₹5 lakh to ₹50 lakh to existing Medium and Small Scale Industry units in Puducherry.
- Funding amount
- ₹5L – ₹50L
- Funding type
- Debt
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Puducherry
- Registrations needed
- Udyam registration
About this loan
The scheme “Short Term Financial Assistance To Good Borrowers” was launched by the Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation Limited (PIPDIC), in collaboration with the Department of Industries & Commerce, Puducherry. It aims to meet short-term financial requirements for businesses, such as funding specific orders, addressing seasonal increases in fund needs, or fulfilling firm export orders. The scheme provides financial assistance ranging from a minimum of ₹5,00,000 to a maximum of ₹50,00,000. Applicants must be existing Medium Scale Industry or Small Scale Industry units classified as ‘A’ or ‘B’ Category, or existing Good Borrowers who have repaid 30% of their principal amount. The scheme is entirely implemented by PIPDIC, and applications are accepted online. This financial support is crucial for businesses looking to manage their working capital effectively and capitalize on market opportunities without long-term debt burdens, thereby fostering industrial growth and stability within the region by supporting established enterprises.
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Grant providers
Provider
Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC)Puducherry · Puducherry · India
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹5L – ₹50L
- Fund type
- Debt
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Repayable
What You Get
- Loan amount: Minimum loan of ₹5,00,000 and maximum loan of ₹50,00,000 is available.
- Purpose: Funds are intended to meet short-term financial requirements, including executing specific orders, addressing seasonal increases in fund needs, and fulfilling firm export orders.
- Disbursement: 100% of the approved loan amount is released immediately upon completion of documentation and fulfillment of other corporate norms.
- Repayment: Flexible repayment periods are available, ranging from 12 months for amounts up to ₹10,00,000, 18 months for amounts above ₹10,00,000 up to ₹25,00,000, and 24 months for amounts above ₹25,00,000 up to ₹50,00,000.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completeness based on the criteria specified, including existing unit classification, borrower repayment track record, and collateral offered. The quantum of the loan for non-assisted units is determined based on the individual case's merits and the security provided. Successful applications lead to immediate loan disbursement upon completion of documentation and fulfillment of corporate norms, subject to PIPDIC's assessment.
Application Process
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Register & Create Profile
The applicant registers on the PIPDIC website and creates a customer profile.
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How to apply
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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 purpose of the Short Term Financial Assistance To Good Borrowers scheme?
The scheme aims to meet short-term financial requirements for existing Medium and Small Scale Industry units, such as funding specific orders, managing seasonal fund increases, and fulfilling export orders.
What are the minimum and maximum loan amounts available under this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance ranging from a minimum of ₹5,00,000 to a maximum of ₹50,00,000.
Who is eligible to apply for this loan?
Existing Medium Scale Industry (MSI) and Small Scale Industry (SSI) units classified as 'A' or 'B' Category are eligible. Also, existing Good Borrowers who have repaid 30% of their principal amount, units assisted by other financial institutions/banks, and group concerns of PIPDIC's clients with an excellent track record of 4 years and profitable operations are eligible.
What are the repayment periods for the loan?
Repayment periods vary based on the loan amount: 12 months for loans up to ₹10,00,000; 18 months for loans above ₹10,00,000 up to ₹25,00,000; and 24 months for loans above ₹25,00,000 up to ₹50,00,000.
Is collateral security required for this loan?
Yes, applicants must offer collateral security valued at 150% of the term loan amount.
How can I apply for this scheme?
Applications are accepted online through the PIPDIC website. The process involves user registration, email verification, profile updates, filling out the detailed loan application form, uploading promoter bio-data and supporting documents, and finally paying an application fee.
Sources
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