The “Savitribai Phule Self-Help Scheme” is managed by the District Intermediate Cooperative Development Committee in Madhya Pradesh. This scheme is designed to empower women entrepreneurs from the Scheduled Caste (SC) community by providing financial support in the form of margin money assistance. The scheme aims to help eligible women start small businesses across various sectors by covering 50% of the project cost, up to a maximum assistance of ₹15,000 (with the total project cost capped at ₹50,000).
Benefits
- Margin Money Assistance:
Financial support covering 50% of the project cost, with a maximum assistance amount of ₹15,000.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a woman.
- The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
- The applicant’s age should be between 18 to 55 years.
- The applicant must be literate.
- The applicant should be currently unemployed.
- The applicant must fall under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- The applicant should not have any outstanding defaults with any nationalized bank, cooperative bank, or other financial institution.
Application Process
Online – Via CSCs
- Visit an Online Center:
Go to the nearest CSC (Common Service Center) in your district. - Access the Portal:
Apply through the official portal: https://scwelfare.mponline.gov.in. - Submit Documents:
Upload the necessary documents for verification. - Approval & Disbursement:
Await approval and subsequent financial disbursement upon successful application.
Documents Required
- Proof of Identity.
- Proof of Address.
- Age Proof (confirming age between 18 and 55 years).
- Scheduled Caste Certificate.
- Literacy Certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of Unemployment.
- Below Poverty Line (BPL) Certificate.
- Any other documents as required by the scheme guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of the “Savitribai Phule Self-Help Scheme”?
The scheme aims to empower women from the SC community by providing financial support to help them start small businesses. - Who is eligible for this scheme?
Women who are residents of Madhya Pradesh, belong to the Scheduled Caste category, are literate, unemployed, and from BPL families, aged between 18 and 55. - What is the maximum financial support provided under the scheme?
The scheme offers margin money assistance up to ₹15,000, covering 50% of the project cost (with the project cost capped at ₹50,000). - Can an applicant apply if they have an existing loan default?
No, applicants must not have any outstanding defaults with any financial institution. - Are women from other categories eligible for this scheme?
No, the scheme is exclusively for women from the Scheduled Caste (SC) category. - Which sectors are eligible for projects under this scheme?
The scheme supports a variety of small business ventures; however, it is intended to assist in establishing new enterprises across various sectors. - When can applicants expect to receive the funds after applying?
Funds are disbursed upon successful verification and approval by the managing authority. - Can applicants reapply if their initial application is rejected?
Specific guidelines regarding reapplication are detailed in the official scheme guidelines. - What documents are required for the application?
Applicants need to provide identity, address, age, caste, literacy, unemployment, and BPL proofs along with any additional documents required. - Is there any age relaxation for applicants above 55 years?
No, the scheme strictly requires applicants to be between 18 and 55 years of age. - Does the scheme provide full funding for projects?
No, it provides partial funding in the form of margin money assistance covering 50% of the project cost. - What should an applicant do if they face issues during the application process?
Applicants are advised to contact the District Intermediate Cooperative Development Committee or visit the nearest CSC for assistance.