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Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme

Institutional mentoring, credit counselling, DPR preparation, and skill linkage platform operated by SIDBI for prospective SC, ST, and Women borrowers.

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Official Nodal Portal:www.standupmitra.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–65 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹30,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Finance
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Free access to over 8,000 handholding agencies (HHAs) including RSETIs, MSME-DIs, DICs, and vocational training institutes. Provides handholding in DPR formulation, financial literacy, technology selection, and bank loan application tracking.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

Administered and funded by SIDBI under central promotional grants

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Mentored and guided over 2.5 Lakh prospective SC/ST and Women applicants

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 65 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹30,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:aspiring entrepreneur, woman entrepreneur, sc youth, st youth
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Any aspiring SC, ST, or Woman entrepreneur seeking guidance to establish a business venture in India.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(1)

Check off as ready

Supporting / Optional Documents(2)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme involves specialized bank appraisals, CIBIL eligibility, or survey quotas. Avoid paying unverified agents or cyber cafe fees — get an independent pre-application document audit and verified checklist.

  • ✓Valid issuing authority rules (Tehsildar/SDM)
  • ✓Aadhaar-DBT bank seeding verification
  • ✓Direct official portal guide (no middlemen)
  • ✓Email delivery in 1–2 hrs during desk hours

* Notice: We provide pre-application document checklists only; loan sanction rests solely with official lending banks.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•1 mandatory document required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (www.standupmitra.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

    Log on to standupmitra.in and register as a "Trainee" or "Ready Borrower".

  2. 2

    Select desired handholding service: financial training, skill development, DPR creation, or work shed access.

  3. 3

    Portal algorithm matches applicant with nearest accredited Handholding Agency in the district.

  4. 4

    Once DPR and training are finalized, application is automatically converted to "Ready Borrower" status and routed to participating banks.

✅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

None; open mentoring portal for all aspiring entrepreneurs.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: www.standupmitra.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

Is there any fee charged for Stand-Up Mitra handholding support?

No, registering on Stand-Up Mitra and receiving advisory support from public handholding agencies is completely free.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can an applicant without a project report register on Stand-Up Mitra?

Yes, applicants can register as "Trainee Borrowers" and handholding agencies will guide them step-by-step to create a bankable DPR.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who oversees the Stand-Up Mitra portal?

Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) designs, hosts, and monitors the Stand-Up Mitra portal under DFS guidance.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme application status?

Application status for Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme can typically be tracked through the official portal at www.standupmitra.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 Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme 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 Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme 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

None; open mentoring portal for all aspiring entrepreneurs.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verificationBaseline verification of Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

⚖Compare with Similar Schemes

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous round-the-year digital access

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 8d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Mentored and guided over 2.5 Lakh prospective SC/ST and Women applicants (as of 2026-01-20)
₹Administered and funded by SIDBI under central promotional grants budget allocation
📅Running since 2016
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Official Source ↗
2026-09-28initial_verification

Baseline verification of Stand-Up Mitra Handholding & Credit Facilitation Scheme...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

SIDBI Tower, 15, Ashok Marg, Lucknow 226001 / New Delhi Regional Office, Barakhamba Road

Helpline: 011-23448300

Jurisdiction: National

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