Sarkari Yojana

Micro Finance (GBCDC)

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat's Backwards Classes Development Corporation lends up to ₹1,25,000/- at 5% interest to backwards class men aged 21-45 with family income up to ₹3,00,000/-, repayable in 48 monthly instalments.

About Micro Finance (GBCDC)

The Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, runs “Micro Finance (GBCDC)” to help men from the backwards classes become self-employed. Backwards class men receive financial help and loans at low interest under the scheme, which the Gujarat Backwards Classes Development Corporation implements.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Micro Finance (GBCDC), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only members of a socially and educationally backwards…

Only members of a socially and educationally backwards class can apply.

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Total family income in a year must be…

Total family income in a year must be no more than ₹3,00,000/-.

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On the date of application, the applicant has…

On the date of application, the applicant has to be aged between 21 and 45 years.

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Experience in a business that needs technical and…

Experience in a business that needs technical and other skills is required.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Micro Finance (GBCDC) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Loans of up to ₹1,25,000/- can be taken…

Loans of up to ₹1,25,000/- can be taken under the scheme.

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Interest is charged at 5 percent per annum

Interest is charged at 5 percent per annum.

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A loan covering 90 per cent of the…

A loan covering 90 per cent of the unit cost is given, funded 90 per cent by the national corporation, 5 per cent by the state government, and 5 per cent through the beneficiary's contribution.

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Repayment, with interest, is made in 48 equal…

Repayment, with interest, is made in 48 equal monthly instalments.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Proof of identity

Proof of identity

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Proof of address

Proof of address

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Certificate of caste

Certificate of caste

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Certificate of income

Certificate of income

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Passbook of the bank account

Passbook of the bank account

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Photographs of passport size

Photographs of passport size

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Micro Finance (GBCDC) through the online application process outlined below.

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Open the official website of the Gujarat Backwards…

Open the official website of the Gujarat Backwards Caste Development Corporation.

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Select "Apply Online" on the top menu bar

Select "Apply Online" on the top menu bar.

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New users should select "New Registration", provide personal…

New users should select "New Registration", provide personal details such as name, mobile number, email and aadhaar number, set a password and finish OTP verification.

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Sign in with your registered User ID and…

Sign in with your registered User ID and password.

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Choose "New Application" and pick "Micro Finance Scheme"…

Choose "New Application" and pick "Micro Finance Scheme" from the schemes listed.

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Complete the Application Form with these details

Complete the Application Form with these details:
Personal Information: name, gender, date of birth, caste, etc.
Address Information: permanent and correspondence address
Income Details: monthly family income and its source
Loan Requirement: the amount needed and its intended use (e.g., business, self-employment)
Bank Account Details: for paying out the loan

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Upload scans of the Caste certificate, Income certificate,…

Upload scans of the Caste certificate, Income certificate, Aadhaar card, Passport-size photo, the first page of the Bank passbook, and Residence proof.

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Recheck every detail, use "Preview" to confirm, and…

Recheck every detail, use "Preview" to confirm, and select "Submit" if everything is correct.

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An Application ID/Reference Number will be issued; save…

An Application ID/Reference Number will be issued; save or print the acknowledgement to track the application later.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References