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Business & Entrepreneurship; Women and Child

Mahila Samruddhi Yojana (GSKVN)

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to female Safai Kamdars and their dependents to start small businesses. Through this scheme, loans for various self-employment ventures are provided to eligible female individuals.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- An individual loan of ₹1,00,000/- is provided. | - The interest rate on the loan is 4%. | - The loan is intended for various businesses/occupations such as Mandap Decoration, Computer, Electrical Shop, Animal Husbandry, Grocery Shop, Bamboo Work, Sewing Work, Embroidery, Beauty Parlour, Mobile Repairing, etc.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a native resident of Gujarat State.; The applicant must be a sanitation worker or a dependent woman.; The applicant must be female.; The applicant's age should not be less than 18 years and not more than 50 years on the date of the advertisement.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the primary aim of this financial assistance scheme?

The primary aim of this program is to provide financial assistance to women sanitation workers and their dependents.

Which government body is responsible for implementing this scheme?

This program is implemented by the Gujarat Safai Kamdar Vikas Nigam (GSKVN), located in Gandhinagar.

What kind of businesses or occupations can be started with the support from this scheme?

You can start various businesses such as Mandap Decoration, Computer, Electrical Shop, Animal Husbandry, Grocery Shop, Bamboo Work, Sewing Work, Embroidery, Beauty Parlor, and Mobile Repairing.

Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

A female sanitation worker or a female dependent of a sanitation worker is eligible to apply.

What is the age limit for applicants for this assistance scheme?

The applicant's age must be between 18 and 50 years to be eligible.

Have I already received any other government loans to be eligible for this scheme?

You must not have previously obtained any type of loan from this Nigam, any government/semi-government agency, institution, or bank for vehicle purchase or any other business/occupation or employment.

What documents are essential for the application process?

Essential documents include your Aadhaar Card, Ration Card, Election Identity Card, and proof of your total annual income.

What are the accepted proofs of residence for this application?

Accepted proofs of residence include an Electricity Bill, License, Rent Agreement, Electoral Card, or Ration Card.

Am I required to adhere to any rules or terms after receiving the assistance?

Yes, you undertake to abide by the terms and rules set by NSKFDC (National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation), New Delhi, and Gujarat Safai Kamdar Vikas Nigam, Gandhinagar.

Are there any forms I need to download, complete manually, and then re-upload?

Yes, the undertaking form and the Safai Kamdar / Safai Kamdar's Dependent Certificate must be downloaded, filled out without overwriting, signed, and then uploaded.

What is involved in filling out the online application form?

You need to fill in all the required personal details, application specifics, and bank information electronically.

Where can I get more information about the services related to this program online?

You can find more details about the service at https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/index.aspx?ServiceID=vH7d/5UjC3X2jzzkMD0xuA==.