Sarkari Yojana
Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi
About Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi
To promote Brahmin entrepreneurship in Andhra Pradesh, the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) Limited, an undertaking of the Government of Andhra Pradesh, is bringing in the “Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi” (CS-SU). It offers one-time financial assistance of up to ₹2,00,000/- (capped at 50% of the project cost) for projects costing ₹3,00,000/- to ₹10,00,000/-.
Objective: To help Brahmins start Micro Enterprises in Andhra Pradesh across sectors including Catering, Education, Electronics, Healthcare (Clinic, Diagnostics, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy), Engineering, IT & ITES (Coaching, Development, DTP, Repairs), Photography /Videography, Pooja Materials, Retail, Ritual Tools and equipment, Solar, Telecom, Textiles, etc.
Scheme Overview
State Government
Business Entity
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Applicants must be from the Brahmin community
Applicants must be from the Brahmin community.
The applicant must live in one of the…
The applicant must live in one of the 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
The enterprise must be established within Andhra Pradesh
The enterprise must be established within Andhra Pradesh.
The applicant must be no older than 50…
The applicant must be no older than 50 years.
The applicant must be keen to succeed as…
The applicant must be keen to succeed as an entrepreneur.
Benefits Provided
Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
A one-time grant of up to ₹2,00,000/-
A one-time grant of up to ₹2,00,000/-.
NOTE:
The amount cannot be more than 50% of the project cost.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
The applicant's Aadhaar Card
The applicant's Aadhaar Card.
A current Income Certificate from the competent authority,…
A current Income Certificate from the competent authority, issued within the last 6 months.
A caste certificate issued by the RI /…
A caste certificate issued by the RI / MRO.
A Senior Secondary pass certificate or a birth…
A Senior Secondary pass certificate or a birth certificate.
The certificate for the applicant's highest qualification
The certificate for the applicant's highest qualification.
Photographs of passport size
Photographs of passport size.
A Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the planned…
A Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the planned project.
A write-up explaining how the applicant's passion, interests…
A write-up explaining how the applicant's passion, interests and abilities suit the business proposal.
Bank statements for the last six months
Bank statements for the last six months.
A reference letter, describing the applicant's passion, interests…
A reference letter, describing the applicant's passion, interests and abilities, from a registered Brahmin organisation or an eminent Brahmin (for example a Retired IAS/IPS/IFS Officer, Retired High Court Judge, Retired Professor/VC of any University, Chartered Accountant, Reputed Doctor /Industrialist, or a Bank employee retired in a senior position).
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi through the online application process outlined below.
Registration and apply
Go to the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and select "Scheme"
Go to the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and select "Scheme"
Choose "Registration" to bring up the application form
Choose "Registration" to bring up the application form
Enter the details asked for
Enter the details asked for:
Personal Details: Name, residential address, Aadhaar no, Ration card no, bank details etc
Upload: Photo, Signature and Certificate Details
Documents: Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Passbook etc
Review the form and press "Submit".
Step-4: Note the reference number shown once the form is submitted.
Check Application Status:
Open the “Services” link in the menu and…
Open the “Services” link in the menu and choose "Know your status".
Type the Reference, Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number…
Type the Reference, Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to see the status.
Pick the "Financial Year" and retrieve the details
Pick the "Financial Year" and retrieve the details. Download the Acknowledgement slip:
Select "Acknowledgement Slip"
Select "Acknowledgement Slip"
Type the Aadhaar Card Number and choose the…
Type the Aadhaar Card Number and choose the "Scheme"
Press "Submit"
Press "Submit"
Objectives
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To encourage Brahmins to set up Micro Enterprises in Andhra Pradesh in various sectors like Catering, Education, Electronics, Healthcare (Clinic, Diagnostics, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy), Engineering, IT & ITES (Coaching, Development, DTP, Repairs), Photography /Videography, Pooja Materials, Retail, Ritual Tools and equipment, Solar, Telecom, Textiles, etc.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.