Stand-Up India 2026: Eligibility, Benefits & How to Apply

Steps

1. Either approach your nearest bank branch to apply (locate your nearest bank here - https://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/query.aspx )Or Through the Lead District Manager (LDM) (find the address and the email of the LDM of your district here - https://www.standupmitra.in/LDMS#NoBack)
2. Or Apply Through Portal: www.standupmitra.in
3. The first step is to visit the official portal of StandUp India at: https://www.standupmitra.in/Login/Register
4. Enter the full details of the business location.
5. Select the category between SC, ST, Woman, and whether the stake held is 51% or higher.
6. Select the nature of the proposed business; the loan amount desired description of the business, the details of the premises, etc.
7. Populate the fields with past business experience, including tenure.
8. Select the need for hand-holding is required.

Documents

• Proof of Identity: Voter’s ID Card / Passport / Driving License / PAN Card / Signature identification from present bankers of proprietor, partner of director ( if a company)
• Proof of Residence: Recent telephone bills, electricity bill, property tax receipt /Passport / voter’s ID Card of Proprietor, partner of Director (if a company)
• Proof of Business Address
• Proof that the applicant is not a defaulter in any Bank / Financial Institution
• Memorandum and articles of association of the Company / Partnership Deed of partners etc.
• Assets and liabilities statement of promoters and guarantors along with latest income tax returns.
• Rent Agreement (if business premises on rent) and clearance from pollution control board if applicable.
• SSI / MSME registration (if applicable)
• Projected balance sheets for the next two years in case of working capital limits and for the period of the loan in case of term loan.
• Photocopies of lease deeds/ title deeds of all the properties being offered as primary and collateral securities.