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Self Employment Scheme Gujarat

SESG

Published: Oct 2026

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Published by Navin, Editor · First published: 16 Oct 2026

Self Employment Scheme Gujarat
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Published by Navin · Editor, tsmpb.inUpdated: 17 Oct 2026 · Text from the official listing, not yet reviewed · How we prepare pages

About this business scheme

The scheme provides unemployed tribal persons with affordable loans ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 5,00,000 at a 4% annual interest rate, aiming to help them establish self-employment opportunities.

The "Self Employment Scheme" was launched by the Tribal Development Department, Government of Gujarat. The scheme aims to provide financial support to unemployed tribal individuals by offering affordable loans for self-employment opportunities. Under this scheme, loans ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 5,00,000 are provided at a concessional interest rate to enable beneficiaries to start any of the 85 identified businesses.

Benefits at a glance

Scheme nameSelf Employment Scheme Gujarat (SESG)
Launched byTribal Development Department
Benefit typeCash (money paid to your bank account)
CategoryBusiness
Level / StateState · Gujarat
Official portaladijatinigam.gujarat.gov.in

Key facts

Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOnline
Last dateNot given in the official listing
DBT (direct bank transfer)No

Who can apply (quick check)

  • 👤All genders
  • 🏷️ST
  • 📝Online

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

What you receive

  • Monetary Benefit: Loan assistance between Rs. 50,000 and Rs. 5,00,000, depending on the chosen business activity.
  • Interest Rate: 4% per annum.
  • Coverage: Applicable for 85 different types of businesses as identified by the department.

Who qualifies

  • The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
  • The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.
  • The applicant must be unemployed at the time of applying.

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Registration walkthrough

Online

Registration Process

  • Visit the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation official website.
  • Click on the "APPLY FOR LOAN".
  • Select the scheme name "Foreign Study".
  • Fill the registration form: Full Name (as per Aadhaar Card), Gender, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, Uder name, Password for login, Confirm Password.
  • Click on the "Sign Up.
  • After successful registration, User ID and Password will be generated.

Application Process

  • Enter User ID, Password, and Captcha Code.
  • After login, schemes applicable to your caste will be displayed.
  • Click on the scheme you want to apply for.
  • Fill the "Application Form" and upload the required documents
  • Click Save Application. The system will generate an Application Number.
  • Click Print Application.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the Self Employment Scheme?

No, the application process is online.

What is the minimum and maximum loan amount?

Minimum Rs. 50,000 and maximum Rs. 5,00,000.

Is there an income limit to apply?

No, there is no income limit.

What types of businesses are covered under the scheme?

85 identified businesses approved by the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation.

What documents are required to apply?

Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Income Certificate, Quotations, Bank Details, among others.

Can applicants with any educational background apply?

Yes, there are no educational restrictions.

Can I apply offline?

No, the application process is online.

Where can applications be submitted?

On the Gujarat Tribal Development Corporation’s online portal.

Is there any application fee?

No, the application apply process is free of cost.

Can an applicant from another state apply?

No, the scheme is only applicable for Gujarat resident.

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