Schemes which support Wome Entrerpreneur by MS.pptx

2. The term "women entrepreneur" refers to a woman who organizes
and manages her own business, taking on financial risks in pursuit of
profit and success. These women are involved in various sectors of
the economy and contribute to economic growth, innovation, and job
creation.
“An enterprise owned and controlled by woman having a minimum
financial interest of 51% of the capital and giving at least 51%
employment generated to women” -By Government of
India
“Women who innovate initiate or adopt business actively are called
women entrepreneurs.” -J.Schumpeter
“Women entrepreneurship is based on women participation in equity
and employment of a business enterprise.” -Ruhani J. Alice

3. 1. Mudra Yojana Scheme
• Launch Date: April 8, 2015
• Launched by: Government of India
• Scheme: The MUDRA Yojana aims to provide loans to women to
start or expand their businesses. It stands for Micro Units
Development and Refinance Agency.
• Eligibility Criteria: Any Indian woman who wants to start a small
business or expand an existing one can apply for a loan under this
scheme. There are three categories of loans under MUDRA: Shishu
(up to ₹50,000), Kishor (from ₹50,001 to ₹5 lakh), and Tarun (from
₹5,00,001 to ₹10 lakh).

4. 2. Stand-Up India Scheme:
• Launch Date: April 5, 2016
• Launched by: Government of India
• Scheme: Stand-Up India aims to facilitate bank loans between ₹10
lakh and ₹1 crore to at least one woman per bank branch for setting
up a greenfield enterprise. This scheme primarily targets women
and individuals from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes
(ST).
• Eligibility Criteria: Women entrepreneurs from SC/ST or OBC
categories who wish to start a new enterprise in the manufacturing,
trading, or services sector are eligible. The entrepreneur should own
at least 51% of the shareholding and controlling stake in the
enterprise.

5. 3. Mahila Coir Yojana (MCY):
Launch Date: March 1995
Launched by: Coir Board, Government of India
Scheme: The Mahila Coir Yojana provides self-employment
opportunities to women artisans in the coir sector. It aims to
empower women by providing training, equipment, and financial
assistance to start coir-based businesses.
Eligibility Criteria: Women artisans involved in coir-based
activities are eligible for assistance under this scheme. They should
fulfill the specific requirements outlined by the Coir Board.

6. 4. Udyogini Scheme:
Launch Date: 8th March 1994
Launched by: Government of India
Scheme: The Udyogini Scheme offers financial assistance to
women entrepreneurs through bank loans at subsidized rates for
starting new ventures. It provides support for skill development,
training, and capacity building.
Eligibility Criteria: Women who are at least 18 years old and have
a viable business plan are eligible for loans under this scheme.
Priority is given to women from marginalized communities and
rural areas.

7. 5. Annapurna Scheme:
Launch Date: April 1, 2000
Launched by: Government of India
Scheme: The Annapurna Scheme provides loans of up to Rs 50,000
for women entrepreneurs in the food catering business. It aims to
support women in establishing and expanding their catering
enterprises.
Eligibility Criteria: Women who own and operate food catering
businesses are eligible. They should have experience in the business
and the ability to repay the loan within a specified period.

8. 6. Stree Shakti Package for Women
Entrepreneurs:
Launch Date: August 15, 2000
Launched by: Government of India
 Under this scheme, women entrepreneurs qualify for a 0.05%
concession on loan amounts exceeding 2 lakh, accompanied by
additional benefits. This opportunity is open to all ambitious women
business proprietors aspiring to launch their ventures.

9. 7. Cent Kalyani Scheme:
Launch Date: 1993
Launched by: Central Bank of India
Scheme: The Cent Kalyani Scheme provides financial assistance to
women entrepreneurs for setting up new ventures in small-scale
industries, retail trade, and the agricultural sector. It aims to promote
women's entrepreneurship and economic empowerment.
Under this scheme, the loan limit is Rs. 100 Lakh.
Eligibility Criteria: Women entrepreneurs aged between 18 and 45
years are eligible for loans under this scheme. They should have a
viable business plan and meet the bank's creditworthiness criteria.

10. 8. Nari Shakti Puraskar
Launch Date: 1999
Launched by: Ministry of Women and Child Development,
Government of India
Scheme: The Nari Shakti Puraskar recognizes exceptional work
done by women, including in entrepreneurship. It honors women
who have made significant contributions to society and serves as a
platform to showcase their achievements.
Eligibility Criteria: Women who have demonstrated exemplary
achievements and contributions in various fields, including
entrepreneurship, are eligible for this award. Nominations are
accepted from individuals, organizations, and government
departments.