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Small Business (GBCDC)

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

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- 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.

Who can apply

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

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?

Any individual belonging to the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) with an individual and family annual income not exceeding ₹3,00,000/- is eligible.

Is this scheme available to residents outside Gujarat?

No, this scheme is applicable only to residents of Gujarat.

Can women also apply under this scheme?

Yes, the scheme is open to applicants of any gender.

What types of businesses are supported under this scheme?

This scheme supports businesses like grocery stores, dairy parlours, animal fodder sales centres, and mobile or computer repairing shops.

What documents are needed to prove my income eligibility?

You need to submit an Income Certificate to prove your income eligibility under this scheme.

Is this scheme valid across all districts of Gujarat?

Yes, the scheme is applicable across the entire state of Gujarat.

Where can I find the online application form?

The application form is available on the website https://gbcdconline.gujarat.gov.in.

Is there any fee to apply under this scheme?

No, there is no fee for submitting the application form.

Where do I need to submit the completed application form?

You need to submit the application form online at https://gbcdconline.gujarat.gov.in.

What is required to prove my bank account details?

You need to provide a Bank Pass Book or a Cancelled Cheque.

What is the benefit type of this scheme?

The benefit type of this scheme is a loan.

What is the target of this scheme?

The scheme's target is to provide financial help.

What proof of residence is required for this scheme?

You can provide a True Copy of your Election Card or your Ration Card as proof of residence.