Government Extends Stand-Up India Scheme till 2030.

Government Schemes | Dated: 30 Mar 2026

The Union Finance Ministry formally announced the extension of the highly impactful Stand-Up India scheme until the year 2030. The scheme primarily facilitates bank loans between Rs 10 lakh and Rs 1 crore to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and women entrepreneurs.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The scheme mandates every bank branch to support at least one such borrower.
  • It operates in tandem with the Credit Guarantee Fund for Stand-Up India.
  • Over 2 lakh entrepreneurs have been successfully funded since its inception.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: Stand-Up India.
  • Extension Year: 2030.
  • Beneficiary: Women/SC/ST.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The Union Finance Ministry recently extended the Stand-Up India scheme, which provides loans up to Rs 1 crore to marginalized entrepreneurs, until which year?

Correct Answer: 2030

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Stand-Up India

  • Launch Year - 2016
  • Loan Range - Rs 10 Lakh to Rs 1 Crore