Kerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC), Government of Kerala

KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women (General Scheme / National Corporation loans)

Women in Kerala aged 18–55/60 for self-employment; income limits by scheme (₹3 lakh typical; General Scheme up to ₹8 lakh). Also NORKA Vanitha Mithra (up to ₹30 lakh, 15% capital subsidy max ₹3 lakh + 3% interest subsidy) for returned emigrant women. Not for: Men; above income limits.

What you getUp to ₹30 L
Sectorany
WhereKerala
DeadlineApplications open

KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women (General Scheme / National Corporation loans) is a loan from Kerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC), Government of Kerala for women in Kerala aged 18–55/60 for self-employment. It provides Up to ₹30 L, for any. Applications are currently open.

Key facts

Amount / benefitUp to ₹30 L
ProviderKerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC), Government of Kerala
WhereKerala
StageEarly Revenue, Early Stage, Idea
Sectorany
DeadlineApplications open

What is KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women?

KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women (General Scheme / National Corporation loans) — KSWDC General Scheme ₹5 lakh @8%; NORKA Vanitha Mithra up to ₹30 lakh with capital subsidy up to 15% (max ₹3 lakh) and 3% interest subsidy — Women in Kerala aged 18–55/60 for self-employment; income limits by scheme (₹3 lakh typical; General Scheme up to ₹8 lakh). Also NORKA Vanitha Mithra (up to ₹30 lakh, 15% capital subsidy max ₹3 lakh + 3% interest subsidy) for returned emigrant women. It is run by Kerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC), Government of Kerala.

The support is delivered through the programme’s own structure, and the form it takes is set by the issuing authority. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.

It is aimed at businesses in any. Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.

Who is eligible for KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women?

Women in Kerala aged 18–55/60 for self-employment; income limits by scheme (₹3 lakh typical; General Scheme up to ₹8 lakh). Also NORKA Vanitha Mithra (up to ₹30 lakh, 15% capital subsidy max ₹3 lakh + 3% interest subsidy) for returned emigrant women. Not for: Men; above income limits.

How much does KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women give, and in what form?

Up to ₹30 L.

Frequently asked questions

Who runs this programme?

KSWDC Self-Employment Term Loans for Women (General Scheme / National Corporation loans) is offered by Kerala State Women's Development Corporation (KSWDC), Government of Kerala. Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.

Is there a deadline to apply?

Programmes like this can be rolling or time-bound. Confirm the current window on the official programme page before you apply.

How do I know if I’m eligible?

Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.

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Source and verification

No official page is linked for this programme yet. Verification date pending. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.

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