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Motor Vehicle Driver-Conductor Welfare Scheme- Chief Minister Self-Employment Scheme for Drivers/Conductors

This scheme aims to support self-employment for registered drivers and conductors by providing financial assistance for the purchase of vehicles to eligible beneficiaries.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance | Project Cost: ₹20,000 to ₹10,00,000 | Margin Money Subsidy: | - General Category: 15 percent of project cost, up to ₹1,00,000 (Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Class (excluding creamy layer) - Below Poverty Line, Women, Minority, and Persons with Disabilities: 30 percent of project cost, up to ₹2,00,000- Interest Subsidy: 5 percent per annum, for up to 7 years, subject to a maximum of ₹25,000 per year- Credit Guarantee Fee: Provided as per prevailing rates for up to 7 years | Non-Financial Benefits | - No collateral security required by banks | - Priority issuance of permits under the Rural Transport Scheme | Mode of Disbursement | - Subsidies are released through the concerned bank directly to the loan account of the beneficiary | Expected Time of Disbursement | - Loan applications are disposed of within 30 days | - Loan amount is disbursed within 15 days after approval | Validity | - The benefit can be availed of only once by an eligible beneficiary

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.; The applicant should be a registered transport vehicle driver or conductor.; The applicant should possess a valid commercial driving or conductor license issued in Madhya Pradesh.; The applicant should be registered on the Samagra Portal.; The applicant should be between 18 and 45 years of age.; The applicant should have passed at least class 5th.1. The applicant should not be a defaulter of any nationalized bank, cooperative bank, or financial institution.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who can apply for this scheme?

Registered transport vehicle drivers and conductors of Madhya Pradesh can apply.

What is the maximum project cost allowed?

The maximum permissible project cost under the scheme is ₹10,00,000.

Is collateral security required?

No collateral security is required for availing loans under this scheme.

How many times can the benefit be availed?

The benefit can be availed only once by an eligible beneficiary.

Is there any age limit?

Yes, applicants must be between 18 and 45 years of age.

What is the interest subsidy rate?

The interest subsidy is provided at 5 percent per annum for up to 7 years.

What is the maximum interest subsidy per year?

The maximum interest subsidy available is ₹25,000 per year.

Which banks provide loans under the scheme?

Loans are provided through nationalized banks, cooperative banks, and financial institutions.

How long does loan approval take?

Loan applications are generally approved within 30 days of submission.

Is educational qualification mandatory?

Yes, a minimum educational qualification of Class 5 is mandatory.

Do beneficiaries get priority for transport permits?

Yes, beneficiaries receive priority for permit issuance under the Rural Transport Scheme.