Sarkari Yojana

Term Loan Scheme of NMDFC

Quick Summary: NMDFC's Term Loan Scheme offers minority community members economically viable self-employment loans of up to ₹20 lakh at 6% p.a. under Credit Line-1, or up to ₹30 lakh at 8% p.a. under Credit Line-2, with a 2% concession for women. Applications are processed offline through State Channelizing Agencies and banking partners nominated by State Governments.

About Term Loan Scheme of NMDFC

NMDFC’s Term Loan Scheme extends credit for economically viable income-generation ventures. Beneficiaries can access loans up to ₹20,00,000/- under Credit Line-1 at 6% p.a., or up to ₹30,00,000/- under Credit Line-2 at 8% p.a., with women beneficiaries under Credit Line-2 getting a 2% concession.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Minority Affairs

Implementing Agency

National Minorities Development & Finance Corporation

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Term Loan Scheme of NMDFC, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be an Indian national belonging…

The applicant must be an Indian national belonging to one of the six notified minority communities: Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, or Jain.

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The annual family income must not exceed

The annual family income must not exceed: ₹3.00 lakh per annum under Credit Line–1. ₹8.00 lakh per annum under Credit Line–2.

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The applicant must be at least 18 years…

The applicant must be at least 18 years old and capable of taking up self-employment.

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The applicant must have no outstanding loan or…

The applicant must have no outstanding loan or default under any Central/State Government financing scheme.

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The project proposal must be economically viable and…

The project proposal must be economically viable and technically feasible.

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The applicant must hold a valid Aadhaar-linked bank…

The applicant must hold a valid Aadhaar-linked bank account, along with residence proof, an income certificate, and a minority community certificate from a competent authority.

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Women, youth, and occupational groups within minority communities…

Women, youth, and occupational groups within minority communities receive preference.

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Insuring the borrower and the financed assets is…

Insuring the borrower and the financed assets is mandatory under NMDFC guidelines.

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

Benefits Provided

Term Loan Scheme of NMDFC provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Minority community beneficiaries receive credit at concessional…

Minority community beneficiaries receive credit at concessional rates.

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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A duly filled loan application form (as prescribed…

A duly filled loan application form (as prescribed by the SCA/Bank).

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Recent passport-size photographs of the applicant and co-applicant…

Recent passport-size photographs of the applicant and co-applicant (if any).

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Proof of minority status

Proof of minority status: a self-declaration or certificate from a competent authority.

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An income certificate issued by a competent authority…

An income certificate issued by a competent authority (Tehsildar/SDM).

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Residence proof

Residence proof: Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Ration Card, or utility bill.

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Identity proof

Identity proof: Aadhaar card/PAN card.

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A project report or business plan detailing the…

A project report or business plan detailing the purpose, cost, and financial viability.

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Bank account proof

Bank account proof: a cancelled cheque or the first page of the passbook (Aadhaar-linked).

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A quotation/estimate for machinery, equipment, or raw materials,…

A quotation/estimate for machinery, equipment, or raw materials, as applicable.

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A No Dues Certificate from other financial institutions,…

A No Dues Certificate from other financial institutions, if required.

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An affidavit/self-declaration confirming no loan has been availed…

An affidavit/self-declaration confirming no loan has been availed under other government schemes.

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An insurance document, if available at submission, or…

An insurance document, if available at submission, or after sanction otherwise.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Term Loan Scheme of NMDFC through the offline application process outlined below.

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Application Process

NMDFC delivers its schemes and programmes through State Channelizing Agencies (SCA list: www.nmdfc.org/SCA) nominated by the respective State Governments, and Banking Partners (currently Canara Bank & Punjab Grameen Bank).

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

Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible

- Other than Six Notified minority communities having annual family income of more than Rs. 3.00 Lakhs under credit line 1 and of more than Rs.8.00 Lakhs under credit line 2.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References