Startup-relevant scheme · Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
National SC-ST Hub Scheme (NSSH)
No change found in Oct 2026 checks; terms as per the June 2026 playbook. Confirm the current call/window on the official link before applying.
- Amount
- Subsidy up to ₹25 lakh
- Type of support
- Grant, Market Access, Other
- Best for
- Seed / Early-Stage, Market Access & IP
- Who can apply
- SC/ST entrepreneurs, Aspiring founders, MSMEs
The National SC-ST Hub Scheme helps SC/ST entrepreneurs start and grow businesses by providing support with funding, training, technology, marketing, and access to government procurement opportunities.
Who can apply?
- Existing and aspiring SC/ST entrepreneurs are the targeted beneficiaries.
What do you get?
- Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy for technology enablement
- Capacity building of the beneficiaries
- 25% subsidy on purchase of plant & machinery/equipment or ₹25 lakh whichever is less.
- Marketing and mentoring support through different programs, along with skills training and distribution of trade specific tool kits
- Reimbursement of fees charged for bank loan processing, testing services, membership of Export Promotion Council, membership in Govt. promoted eCommerce Portals, Single Point Registration Scheme of NSI.
How to apply
The scheme is implemented through online provision developed on NSSH website. https://www.scsthub.in/
Objectives
The objective of the Scheme is to provide professional support to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs to fulfill the obligations under the Central Government Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises Order 2012, adopt applicable business practices and leverage the Stand-Up India initiatives. The National SC-ST Hub works leverages various sub-schemes of the Government for the benefit of the SC/ST entrepreneurs.
Key links
- Website scsthub.in
- Guidelines scsthub.in
Deadlines, amounts and windows change. Check the official portal before you apply.
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