§1Who it is for
- First-time women, SC and ST entrepreneurs
Useful if
Watch-list item for first-time women and SC/ST founders
Do not spend time on it if
Anyone needing a loan now
§2Eligibility
The guideline does not list eligibility conditions. Ask the portal or bank before you apply — we do not make up lists.
§3Benefits
- Term loans up to Rs 2 crore during the next 5 years for 5 lakh entrepreneurs, plus online capacity building (Budget para 32 as quoted by PIB).
§4Norms — pattern of assistance
The guideline does not list the norms. Ask the portal or bank before you apply — we do not make up lists.
§5Documents
The guideline does not list the documents. Ask the portal or bank before you apply — we do not make up lists.
§6How to apply
- 1
Not yet launched as far as we can verify.
§7Pros and cons
Merits
- Larger ticket (Rs 2 crore) than Stand-Up India (Rs 1 crore).
Demerits
- Not operational on the evidence found. Guidelines, eligibility and documents are unpublished.
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¶Sources
- PIB, 24 Mar 2025: initiatives for access to credit for women entrepreneurs (Lok Sabha reply)
- PIB, 25 Mar 2025: credit schemes for entrepreneurs, farmers, small businesses (Rajya Sabha reply)
- Department of Financial Services: Stand Up India Scheme (SUPI) page (last updated 5 Feb 2026)
Checked on 18 October 2026. For information only — confirm with the department or bank. Spotted a mistake? Report it.
