Women Enterprise Development (WED)
By Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
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Quick Answer
Financial assistance (term loan) to women entrepreneurs aged 18-50 in the North Eastern region for starting or expanding businesses.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹1Cr
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- —
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round are closed. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
WED promotes women-led businesses.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) Established in September 2001, MDoNER is the nodal Central Government ministry responsible for the accelerated socio-economic development of the eight states of Northeast India: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur,…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹1Cr
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Term loan assistance up to 75% of the project cost, with a maximum project cost of ₹15 lakhs (including working capital). Promoter's contribution is a minimum of 25% of the project cost.
Application Process
- 1
Submit application
Apply to the Chairman and Managing Director, NEDFi, G.S. Road, Dispur, Guwahati – 781006 in the prescribed format of NEDFi.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of assistance is provided under WED?
Term loan assistance.
What is the maximum project cost eligible?
₹15 lakhs including working capital.
What is the promoter's contribution requirement?
Minimum 25% of the project cost.
Who can apply?
Skilled women entrepreneurs in the age group of 18-50 years, engaged in any viable income generating activity including small business trade.
Can existing businesses apply?
Yes, for expansion, modernisation and diversification.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
