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State Government Scheme

Small Business (GBCDC)

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance at a low interest rate to SEBC individuals for small business ventures.

Other Backward Class (OBC)
Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
Gujarat
Category
Business & Entrepreneurship
How to Apply
Online

About the Small Business (GBCDC) Scheme

The scheme "Small Business (GBCDC)" by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) for undertaking small businesses like grocery store, dairy parlour, animal fodder sales centre, mobile-computer repairing shop, etc., for casual business. Through this scheme, a loan amount is provided at a low interest rate to promote self-employment among SEBC individuals across the state. The scheme is implemented by the Gujarat Backward Classes Development Corporation (GBCDC). Beneficiaries can apply online without any application fee through the official GBCDC portal.

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Benefits

  1. Financial assistance in the form of a loan up to ₹2,00,000/-.
  2. The loan can be utilised for starting small businesses such as grocery stores, dairy parlours, animal fodder sales centres, mobile and computer repairing shops, etc.

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Eligibility Criteria

  1. The applicant should belong to a socially and educationally backward class.
  2. The applicant&#39;s total annual individual/family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.
  3. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.

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How to Apply for Small Business (GBCDC)

Application mode: Online

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Gujarat Backwards Caste Development Corporation.

Step 2: On the top menu bar, click on &quot;Apply Online&quot;.

Step 3: If you’re a new user, click on &quot;New Registration&quot; Enter personal details (name, mobile number, email, aadhaar number, etc.), create a password, and complete OTP verification.

Step 4: Use your registered credentials (User ID and password) to log in.

Step 5: Click on “New Application”. Select “Small Business Scheme” from the list of available schemes.

Step 6: Fill out the Application Form, enter the following details:

  • Personal Information: Name, gender, date of birth, caste, etc.
  • Address Information: Permanent and correspondence address
  • Income Details: Monthly family income and source
  • Loan Requirement: Amount needed, proposed use (e.g., business, self-employment)
  • Bank Account Details: For loan disbursement

Step 7: Upload scanned copies of the Caste certificate, Income certificate, Aadhaar card, Passport-size photo, Bank passbook (first page), and Residence proof.

Step 8: Double-check all details. Click on “Preview” to verify. If all details are correct, click “Submit”.

Step 9: Applicant will receive an Application ID/Reference Number. Save or print the acknowledgement for future tracking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Small Business (GBCDC) scheme?

The scheme &quot;Small Business (GBCDC)&quot; by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) for undertaking small businesses like grocery store, dairy parlou…

Who is eligible for Small Business (GBCDC)?

The applicant should belong to a socially and educationally backward class. The applicant&39;s total annual individual/family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-. The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat. <br

What benefits does Small Business (GBCDC) provide?

Financial assistance in the form of a loan up to ₹2,00,000/-. The loan can be utilised for starting small businesses such as grocery stores, dairy parlours, animal fodder sales centres, mobile and computer repairing shops, etc. <br

How can I apply for Small Business (GBCDC)?

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Gujarat Backwards Caste Development Corporation. Step 2: On the top menu bar, click on &quot;Apply Online&quot;. Step 3: If you’re a new user, click on &quot;New Registration&quot; Enter personal details (name, mobile number, email, aadhaar number, etc.), c…

Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.

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