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Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi

The Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi to encourage Brahmin entrepreneurs in Andhra Pradesh. The grant will be given against relevant approved asset acquisition for setting up new business entities or expanding existing/diversifying business entities in different areas.

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About This Scheme

Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) Limited, a Government of Andhra Pradesh undertaking is introducing the Chanakya Scheme for Swayam Upadhi (CS-SU) to encourage Brahmin entrepreneurs in Andhra Pradesh. Under this scheme, one-time financial assistance upto ₹2,00,000/- (not exceeding 50% of the project cost) for projects costing between ₹3,00,000/- and ₹10,00,000/- will be considered. Objective: To encourage Brahmins to set up Micro Enterprises in Andhra Pradesh in various sectors like Catering, Education, Electronics, Healthcare (Clinic, Diagnostics, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy), Engineering, IT & ITES (Coaching, Development, DTP, Repairs), Photography /Videography, Pooja Materials, Retail, Ritual Tools and equipment, Solar, Telecom, Textiles, etc.

Benefits

₹2.0 L · one-time

  • One-time financial assistance upto ₹2,00,000/-.

NOTE: Not exceeding 50% of the project cost.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant should belong to the Brahmin community.

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    The applicant should reside in any of the 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.

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    The applicant should have set up the enterprise in Andhra Pradesh.

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    The applicant's age should be 50 years or below.

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    The applicant should have a zeal to become a successful entrepreneur.

Required Documents

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    Aadhar Card of the Applicant.
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    Valid Income Certificate (issued by competent authority not earlier than 6 months.
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    Caste Certificate (issued by RI / MRO).
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    Senior Secondary Pass Certificate/Birth Certificate.
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    Certificate of Highest Qualification of the Applicant.
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    Passport-size Photographs.
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    Detailed Project Report (DPR) on the Proposed Project.
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    Write-up covering how his passion, interests, and capabilities match the business proposal.
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    Bank statement of previous six months.
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    A reference from a registered Brahmin organization or a Brahmin of eminence (Retired IAS/IPS/IFS Officer, Retired High Court Judge, Retired Professor/VC of any University, Chartered Accountant, Reputed Doctor /Industrialist, Bank employee retired in senior position, etc.), citing his passion, interests, and capabilities.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

OOnline
Registration and apply

Step 01: Applicants have to visit the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click on "Scheme"

Step 02: Click on "Registration" After that application form will open

Step 03: Fill out the required details:

  • Personal Details: Name, Residence address, Aadhaar no, Ration card no, Bank detail etc
  • Upload: Photo, Signature and Certificate Details
  • Documents: Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Passbook etc
  • Finalize and "Submit" the application.

Step-4: After submission receive the reference number.

Check Application Status:

Step 01: Click on the “Services” link on the menu and select "Know your status".

Step 02: Enter the Reference or Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to get the application status.

Step 03: Select the "Financial Year" and Fetch the details.

Download the Acknowledgement slip:

Step 01: Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip"

Step 02: Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the "Scheme"

Step 03: Click on the "Submit"

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹2.0 L

Available In

Andhra Pradesh

Categories

Business & Entrepreneurship

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