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Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat

Zero-interest institutional micro-loans up to ₹1 Lakh for women Joint Liability Groups (JLEG) with state bearing 100% bank interest in Gujarat.

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Official Nodal Portal:wcd.gujarat.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–59 yrs💰 No income ceiling♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 Gujarat
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Gujarat
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Empowers urban and rural women through interest-free institutional micro-credit to initiate sustainable home-based, retail, agricultural, or cottage businesses. Facilitates collateral-free bank loans of ₹1,00,000 (₹1 Lakh) to newly formed Joint Liability Earning Groups (JLEG) consisting of 10 women members (₹10,000 per member). The Government of Gujarat bears 100% of the bank lending interest (charging effective 0% interest to the women group), as well as waives stamp duty charges. Loans are repaid in convenient monthly installments over a 12 to 24-month tenure, fostering micro-entrepreneurship.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹300 Crore annual outlay under Women Entrepreneurship and Interest Subvention

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 1 Lakh women groups (10 Lakh women members) financed across Gujarat

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 59 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:woman entrepreneur, SHG member, home business owner, artisan
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Resident women of Gujarat aged 18 to 59 years organized into a registered Joint Liability and Earning Group (JLEG) of 10 members. Must not have defaulted on any institutional credit. Open to both rural and urban women.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(4)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (3/10)
•100% digital online application process
•4 mandatory supporting documents required
•Specific occupational / categorical conditions apply

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (wcd.gujarat.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Form a Joint Liability and Earning Group (JLEG) of 10 women in rural or urban neighborhoods.

  2. 2

    Register the group with the Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company (GLPC) or Urban Development Authority.

  3. 3

    Open a joint group savings bank account at a nationalized, private scheduled, or cooperative bank.

  4. 4

    Submit MMUY loan application along with business activity plan (embroidery, snack making, grocery, cattle rearing).

  5. 5

    Bank inspects group credentials and disburses ₹1 Lakh zero-interest loan directly to the group account.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Group size fewer than 10 women, members belonging to the same immediate family, age outside 18 to 59 years, or existing unpaid default on bank micro-credit.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: wcd.gujarat.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the effective rate of interest paid by the women group?

The effective rate of interest is 0% (completely interest-free); the entire bank interest charge is paid directly by the Gujarat Government.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is any physical collateral or security required by the bank?

No physical property or collateral is required; the loan is sanctioned under the joint liability mutual guarantee of the 10 members.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can members take repeat loans after successful repayment?

Yes, groups that successfully repay their first ₹1 Lakh loan on time are eligible for higher credit cycles through standard SHG bank linkage.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat. Age: min 18 max 59 years. Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Resident women of Gujarat aged 18 to 59 years organized into a registered Joint Liability and Earning Group (JLEG) of 10 members. Must not have defaul.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat application status?

Application status for Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat can typically be tracked through the official portal at wcd.gujarat.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Group size fewer than 10 women, members belonging to the same immediate family, age outside 18 to 59 years, or existing unpaid default on bank micro-credit.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id182Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous group formation and loan disbursement across talukas and wards

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 1 Lakh women groups (10 Lakh women members) financed across Gujarat (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹300 Crore annual outlay under Women Entrepreneurship and Interest Subvention budget allocation
📅Running since 2020
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

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2026-10-06ministry_id

182

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana (MMUY) Gujarat guide...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company (GLPC) Limited

3rd Floor, Block No. 18, Udhyog Bhawan, Sector-11, Gandhinagar 382017

Helpline: 079-23248512

Jurisdiction: State (Gujarat)

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