Bank Loan Processing Fee Reimbursement Scheme 2026 – Get up to 80% fee or ₹1,00,000 reimbursed
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Quick answer
The Bank Loan Processing Fee Reimbursement Scheme reimburses up to 80% of the loan processing fee or a maximum of ₹1,00,000 for SC/ST-owned micro and small enterprises. Eligible applicants can apply online through the National SC-ST Hub portal by submitting required documents such as Udyam registration, caste certificate, and loan sanction letter.
At a glance
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
Benefits
- Reimbursement of Bank Loan Processing Fee is limited to 80% of the fee or ₹1,00,000 (excluding GST and other applicable taxes).
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe category.
- Applicant must represent or own a micro or small enterprise (MSE).
- The MSE must have availed a loan from a Scheduled Commercial Bank, Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC), or State Finance Corporation.
Documents required
- Self-certified copy of Udyam Registration (UR) and GST certificate (if applicable).
- Self-certified copy of PAN Card (for proprietorship, PAN of SC/ST proprietor).
- Copy of Caste Certificate of proprietor/all partners/directors.
- Details of shareholding for partnership/Pvt. Ltd/LLP firms; Partnership Deed or Memorandum and Articles of Association as applicable.
- Bank-attested debit statement showing loan processing fee charges with loan number and MSE name, or valid payment receipt/original receipt/system generated GST invoice.
- Business loan availment/disbursement certificate or bank statement confirming loan availed.
- Bank-attested copy of loan sanction letter.
- Cancelled cheque of the enterprise's current account from which processing charges were debited.
- Proof of transferred reimbursement amount from NSSHO/NSIC via PFMS under the scheme, if any such assistance was availed earlier in the same financial year.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official National SC-ST Hub website (scsthub.in).
- 2Click on Sign‑up and provide full name, valid email ID, mobile number, and password to register.
- 3Log in to the portal using your credentials.
- 4Fill in the required information in the application form.
- 5Upload all required documents as listed in the Documents section.
- 6Submit the application and keep a copy of the acknowledgment for future reference.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Bank Loan Processing Fee Reimbursement Scheme?+
Applicants belonging to the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe who own or represent a micro or small enterprise that has availed a loan from a Scheduled Commercial Bank, NBFC, or State Finance Corporation are eligible.
What is the benefit amount under the scheme?+
The scheme reimburses 80% of the bank loan processing fee or a maximum of ₹1,00,000, whichever is less, excluding GST and other taxes.
How to apply for the scheme?+
Apply online via the National SC-ST Hub portal by registering, logging in, filling the application form, uploading the required documents, and submitting it.
Is there a limit on the number of times the benefit can be availed in a financial year?+
No, the benefit can be availed multiple times in a financial year, but the total reimbursement is capped at ₹1,00,000 per year.
What types of loans are eligible for reimbursement under the scheme?+
Loans availed from Scheduled Commercial Banks, Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs), and State Finance Corporations where a processing fee is charged are eligible.
Can the scheme benefit be combined with any other government or private scheme?+
No, clubbing this scheme with any other scheme is not permitted.
What documents are required to apply?+
Required documents include Udyam registration, GST certificate (if applicable), PAN card, caste certificate, shareholding details or partnership deed, bank-attested debit statement or receipt of processing fee, loan availment/disbursement proof, sanctioned loan letter, cancelled cheque, and proof of any earlier reimbursement under the scheme.
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