National SC-ST Hub Scheme

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The National SC-ST Hub Scheme has assisted 1,90,414 beneficiaries, and trained 54,499 candidates, as of 31st July 2026 since its inception. 

About National SC-ST Hub Scheme

• It was launched in October 2016.
• It is one of the flagship schemes of the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises.
• It is aimed at capacity enhancement of Schedule Caste – Schedule Tribe entrepreneurs and promoting “entrepreneurship culture” amongst the SC-ST population.
• Implementation: It is implemented by the National Small Industries Corporation Ltd. (NSIC).
• The NSSH scheme supports purchase of plant & machinery/equipment; capacity building & training, market linkage, facilitation for participation in exhibitions, credit, Udyam registration and GeM onboarding.
  • One of the major components of NSSH is the Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS).
  • Under the scheme, new and existing SC/ST-owned MSEs can receive a 25 per cent capital subsidy, capped at ₹25 lakh, for investment in plant, machinery and equipment financed through institutional credit.

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Functions of the scheme

• To encourage SC/ST owned units to be part of 4% of total procurement being made by Central/State Governments, CPSEs and other government agencies
• To prepare strategy for intervention through industry associations to sensitize, encourage and enable the SC/ST owned units for participation in Public Procurement Process
• Facilitating SC/ST Entrepreneurs to be part of vendor development programs and mentoring support by specific CPSE matching the products/services of such entrepreneurs
• Capacity building of existing and prospective SC/ST entrepreneurs through skill development programs
• Significance: These initiatives are fostering inclusive economic growth, promoting self-reliance and strengthening the MSME ecosystem by creating greater opportunities across India.

Source: PIB