- The maximum cost of the project/unit admissible under manufacturing sector is Rs.50 lakh.
- The maximum cost of the project/unit admissible under service, Agro-based/ Primary Agro processing sector, E-vehicle based goods transport and other businesses, single brand service ventures (single brand-based chains, mobile service ventures) is Rs.20 lakhs.
- Beneficiary’s Contribution in the project cost will be 5% to 10 % as per the Categories of Beneficiaries under CMEGP scheme and balance amount of the total project cost will be provided by Banks as term loan.
The Government of Karnataka has introduced the Chief Minister Self Employment Scheme (CMEGP) to create self-employment opportunities in the State. Under CMEGP scheme, Government provides a subsidy on loan for the rural entrepreneurs to start a new business. The Karnataka Government implements this scheme in consultation with District Officers of Karnataka Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB) and Joint Director of Department of Industries and Commerce (DIC).
Objective of CMEGP Scheme
- To create employment opportunities in Karnataka
- To provide and support self-employment in the state
- To empower rural youth of Karnataka
- To provide entrepreneur development training
Benefits
Categories of beneficiaries under CMEGPBeneficiary’s Contribution (of project cost)Rate of subsidy (of project cost)Area (location of project/unit) UrbanRuralGeneral Category10%15%25%Special Category (includes SC / ST /Women/ Ex- servicemen / differently abled/VJNT/OBC/Minority)5%25%35%
Eligibility
Documents Required
Application Process
FAQs
Who are the beneficiaries?
Individual Entrepreneurs and SHG’s.
What is the definition of family ?
Self and Spouse.