7 Latest government schemes to support women startups 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you know, starting and running a business is a big leap\u2014but here\u2019s the exciting part: you don\u2019t have to do it alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The government has rolled out some incredible new schemes in 2024 to support women-led startups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In fact, did you know that women entrepreneurs are growing at an impressive rate in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 2023 alone, there were over 15.7 million<\/strong> women-owned enterprises, contributing to almost 20% of all businesses in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But even though the numbers are growing, many women still face hurdles like access to finance, training, and market opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That\u2019s exactly where you can use these new government schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you\u2019re in tech, retail, agriculture, or any other sector, there\u2019s something in these schemes for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From the Fund of Funds for Startups<\/strong> that reserves funding for women-led businesses to the Mudra Yojana Scheme<\/strong> offering loans up to \u20b950 lakh, the government is committed to empowering women entrepreneurs with access to capital, training programs, and financial incentives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And let\u2019s face it\u2014we know that juggling everything can feel overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But with these schemes, you can now focus on your vision without the constant worry about how to finance it or where to find the right guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s time to leverage these opportunities, build on the foundation you\u2019ve already set, and take that bold step toward scaling your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You’ve already taken the first brave step by starting your business, now it\u2019s time to grow it to new heights!<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" 7 Latest government schemes to support women startups 2025 As you know, starting and running a business is a big leap\u2014but here\u2019s the exciting part: you don\u2019t have to do it alone. 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Scheme Name<\/td> What is the Scheme?<\/td> Fund Allocation<\/td> How to Apply?<\/td> Where to Apply?<\/td> Eligibility<\/td> How Will Funds Be Given?<\/td> Industry Focus<\/td><\/tr> 1<\/td> Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS)<\/td> Supports women-led startups by providing equity and debt financing options. 10% of the fund is reserved for women entrepreneurs.<\/td> The total fund is INR 10,000 crore. 10% of this is allocated to women-led startups.<\/td> You can apply via VC funds supported by the Fund of Funds.<\/td> Startup India Portal<\/a><\/td> Must be a women-led startup.<\/td> Indirect funding through Venture Capital (VC) firms backed by the Fund of Funds.<\/td> All industries where startups are involved.<\/td><\/tr> 2<\/td> Women Entrepreneurship Development Program (WEDP)<\/td> Aims to develop entrepreneurial skills among women, supporting the establishment of incubation centers specifically for women entrepreneurs.<\/td> Not specified.<\/td> Apply through recognized institutions offering the program.<\/td> National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC)<\/a><\/td> Women entrepreneurs looking to start a business.<\/td> Training and mentorship, access to incubation centers, and networking opportunities.<\/td> Startup incubators and entrepreneurial skills development centers.<\/td><\/tr> 3<\/td> Prime Minister\u2019s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)<\/td> Provides credit-linked subsidies to women entrepreneurs, offering a higher subsidy than general applicants, especially in rural areas.<\/td> Varies depending on the project size, offering up to 35% margin money subsidy in rural areas.<\/td> Apply through the official PMEGP portal or banks that offer the program.<\/td> PMEGP Portal<\/a><\/td> Women entrepreneurs, particularly in rural and urban areas, setting up micro-enterprises.<\/td> Subsidy of up to 35% (rural) and 25% (urban) of the project cost, based on eligibility.<\/td> Small-scale manufacturing, service, and trade industries.<\/td><\/tr> 4<\/td> Credit Guarantee Scheme for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGMSE)<\/td> Offers collateral-free loans with 85% guarantee coverage for loans to women entrepreneurs, improving access to finance for MSMEs.<\/td> Coverage of up to 85% of the loan amount.<\/td> Apply through any financial institution registered under CGMSE.<\/td> Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises<\/a><\/td> Micro and small enterprises led by women.<\/td> Provides collateral-free credit with 85% guarantee coverage.<\/td> Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).<\/td><\/tr> 5<\/td> ZED Certification for Women-Owned MSMEs<\/td> Encourages sustainable practices in manufacturing MSMEs by providing a 100% subsidy on ZED certification costs for women entrepreneurs.<\/td> Full subsidy (100%) on ZED certification costs for women-owned MSMEs.<\/td> Apply through the official ZED certification portal.<\/td> ZED Portal<\/a><\/td> Women-owned manufacturing MSMEs.<\/td> 100% reimbursement on ZED certification costs, promoting sustainable manufacturing.<\/td> Manufacturing MSMEs focused on sustainable and eco-friendly practices.<\/td><\/tr> 6<\/td> Yashasvini Campaigns<\/td> A series of mass campaigns aimed at promoting women entrepreneurs by providing handholding support for registration and access to various resources in 2024.<\/td> Not specified.<\/td> Specific information will be available during the campaigns.<\/td> Government campaigns; details will be provided locally and online.<\/td> Women entrepreneurs at any stage of business development.<\/td> Offers support for business registration, access to schemes, and networking opportunities.<\/td> Any industry sector, focusing on new women entrepreneurs.<\/td><\/tr> 7<\/td> Mukhyamantri Mahila Utkarsh Yojana<\/td> Provides interest-free loans of up to INR 1 lakh to women entrepreneurs at the state level, along with training programs to enhance their business skills.<\/td> Interest-free loans up to INR 1 lakh.<\/td> Apply through state government portals or registered banks.<\/td> State-specific portals, such as Gujarat State Finance Corporation, depending on the state.<\/td> Women entrepreneurs starting or expanding a business.<\/td> Provides interest-free loans and access to training programs.<\/td> State-specific industries, primarily in small-scale businesses.<\/td><\/tr> 8<\/td> Trade Related Entrepreneurship Assistance and Development (TREAD) Scheme<\/td> Aims to provide credit and training for women entrepreneurs, with a government grant covering up to 30% of the total project cost.<\/td> Government grants of up to 30% of the project cost.<\/td> Apply through institutions registered under the TREAD scheme.<\/td> MSME Ministry Website<\/a><\/td> Women entrepreneurs with viable projects.<\/td> Government provides 30% of the project cost as a grant, with the remaining 70% coming from financial institutions.<\/td> All industries, particularly trade-related enterprises.<\/td><\/tr> 9<\/td> Mudra Yojana Scheme<\/td> Offers loans to women entrepreneurs starting small enterprises, with loan amounts ranging from INR 50,000 to INR 50 lakh, depending on the project requirements.<\/td> Loan amounts vary between INR 50,000 to INR 50 lakh.<\/td> Apply through banks and financial institutions offering Mudra loans.<\/td> Mudra Yojana Portal<\/a><\/td> Women starting micro and small enterprises.<\/td> Loan amounts provided based on the project size, ranging from Shishu (up to INR 50,000), Kishor (INR 50,000 to INR 5 lakh), and Tarun (INR 5 lakh to INR 50 lakh).<\/td> Small businesses, micro-enterprises, and startups.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n