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Social welfare & Empowerment; Skills & Employment; Women and Child

Mahila Kisan Yojana (Maharashtra)

"Mahila Kisan Yojana" is implemented by the Dept. of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra. The scheme aims to uplift the lifestyle of economically disadvantaged Charmakar communities. it supports the production and sale of various types of footwear and leather articles.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Maharashtra

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Total Loan Amount: The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹50,000 for eligible female beneficiaries. | Subsidy Provided: A subsidy of ₹10,000 is granted, reducing the effective loan burden on the beneficiary | Loan Component: The remaining ₹40,000 is provided as a loan with an affordable interest rate of 5% per annum.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.; The applicant should be a female.; The applicant should belong to the Charmakar Community.; The applicant's age should be between 18 to 50 years.; The applicant must have knowledge of the business for which they are applying for a loan.; The applicant must have her own name, or joint name with her husband, or her husband’s name (with affidavit) on the 7/12 land extract for agricultural project loans.; For the 50% Subsidy Scheme and Margin Money, her annual income must be below the poverty line.; For the NSFDC Scheme, the income limit is ₹98,000 for rural areas and ₹1,20,000 for urban areas.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the Mahila Kisan Yojana?

It is a scheme aimed at economically empowering the Charmakar community through financial assistance for agricultural projects.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Female beneficiaries of the Charmakar Community aged 18 to 50 years.

What is the total loan amount available under this scheme?

A total loan amount of [?]50,000 is available.

What portion of the loan is subsidized?

[?]10,000 of the loan amount is provided as a subsidy.

What is the interest rate on the loan?

The interest rate is set at 5% per annum for the loan component.

What are the income criteria for applicants?

Annual income must be below poverty line for the subsidy scheme, and below [?]98,000 in rural areas or [?]1,20,000 in urban areas for NSFDC Scheme.

What documents are required to apply?

Income Certificate, Caste Certificate, 7/12 land extract, and a completed application form.

Where can I obtain the application form?

The application form can be obtained at the District Office of LIDCOM.

How do I submit my application?

Submit the completed application form along with required documents at the District Office of LIDCOM.

Is there a specific deadline for submitting applications?

Applicants should check with the District Office for any specific deadlines.

What happens after I submit my application?

You will receive an acknowledgment receipt from the District Office.