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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 / departmentMinistry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
LevelCentral Government
Application modeOnline

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

  1. 1Visit the official National SC-ST Hub website (scsthub.in).
  2. 2Click on Sign‑up and provide full name, valid email ID, mobile number, and password to register.
  3. 3Log in to the portal using your credentials.
  4. 4Fill in the required information in the application form.
  5. 5Upload all required documents as listed in the Documents section.
  6. 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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