Sarkari Yojana

Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups (DAADC)

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat's DAADC gives SC members of Antyodaya families and self-help groups microloans of up to ₹50,000/- at 6% interest over 36 months, with 95% funded by the State and no guarantor required.

About Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups (DAADC)

The Dr. Ambedkar Antyodaya Development Corporation (DAADC), under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, implements the “Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups”. It encourages self-employment among Scheduled Caste (SC) individuals and Antyodaya Self-Help Groups by offering microloans to start small-scale businesses. Unemployed people from SC communities get financial help to become self-reliant through entrepreneurship.

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups (DAADC), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only members of a Scheduled Caste (SC) community…

Only members of a Scheduled Caste (SC) community can apply.

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The applicant has to belong to an Antyodaya…

The applicant has to belong to an Antyodaya (AAY) family.

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Family income in a year must not exceed…

Family income in a year must not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.

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Residence in Gujarat is required

Residence in Gujarat is required.

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The applicant should be a self-help group made…

The applicant should be a self-help group made up of unemployed persons.

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Either membership of a registered self-help group (SHG)…

Either membership of a registered self-help group (SHG) is needed, or the person may apply individually with a genuine business intent.

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

Benefits Provided

Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups (DAADC) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Loan Amount

Loan Amount: Loans go up to ₹50,000/- (maximum ₹5,00,000/-)- Interest Rate: Interest is 6% a year- Loan Tenure: The loan runs for 36 months (3 years)- State Government Share: The State Government bears 95% (₹47,500/-)- Beneficiary Share: The beneficiary contributes 5% (₹2,500/-)- Guarantor: No guarantor is needed- Possible Installment amount : The monthly instalment may come to ₹1,445/-.

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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Applicant's Aadhaar Card

Applicant's Aadhaar Card

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Copy of the heir's bank details

Copy of the heir's bank details

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Proof of the business address

Proof of the business address

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Applicant's identity proof

Applicant's identity proof

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Photos of passport size

Photos of passport size

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School leaving certificate

School leaving certificate

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Proof of age

Proof of age

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Certificate of birth

Certificate of birth

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Certificate of caste

Certificate of caste

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Certificate of income

Certificate of income

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Ration Card

Ration Card

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Microcredit Finance Scheme- Self Help Groups (DAADC) through the online application process outlined below.

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Open the official website of the Dr

Open the official website of the Dr. Ambedkar Antyodaya Vikas Nigam (SC).

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Press "Apply Now" in the menu bar at…

Press "Apply Now" in the menu bar at the top.

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Press the name of the loan scheme

Press the name of the loan scheme.

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Choose the category of loan and type in…

Choose the category of loan and type in the amount required.

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Fill in the Application Form with the following

Fill in the Application Form with the following:
Personal Information: name, gender, date of birth, caste, etc.
Address Information: both permanent and correspondence addresses
Income Details: monthly income of the family and where it comes from
Loan Requirement: the amount sought and its planned use (e.g., business, self-employment)
Bank Account Details: the account for loan disbursement

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Attach scanned copies of the Caste certificate, Income…

Attach scanned copies of the Caste certificate, Income certificate, Aadhaar card, Passport-size photo, Bank passbook (first page), and Residence proof.

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Review every detail once more, press "Preview" to…

Review every detail once more, press "Preview" to check, and press "Submit" when all is correct.

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The applicant then gets an Application ID/Reference Number;…

The applicant then gets an Application ID/Reference Number; the acknowledgement should be saved or printed for tracking 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