Chanakya Swayam Upadhi Scheme (Transport Operator) 2026: Up to ₹2 Lakh Subsidy

At a glance

About the scheme

The Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (APBWC), in collaboration with the AP Brahmin Co-operative Credit Society Ltd., implements the Chanakya Swayam Upadhi Scheme for Micro Entrepreneurship - Transport Operator (CSUSME-TO). The initiative assists economically disadvantaged Brahmin youth in establishing their own transport business by purchasing a self-driven four-wheeler taxi. Financial support combines a backend capital subsidy, cooperative credit society loans, and a nominal beneficiary contribution, creating self-employment opportunities across all 26 districts of Andhra Pradesh.

Benefits

• Backend subsidy of 25% of the vehicle cost, capped at a maximum of ₹2,00,000.
• Option to buy a Swift Dezire Tour (Petrol) with an approximate cost of ₹7,25,000, funded via ₹72,500 beneficiary contribution and ₹6,25,500 initial society loan.
• Option to buy a Dezire Tour S(O) CNG BS-VI with an approximate cost of ₹8,25,000, funded via ₹82,500 beneficiary contribution and ₹7,42,500 initial society loan.
• Low upfront beneficiary margin money requirement of just 10% of the vehicle cost.
• Backend subsidy is released directly after clearing ₹4,52,500 (Petrol) or ₹5,42,500 (CNG) of the loan balance along with society interest.

Who can apply (eligibility)

• The applicant must belong to the Brahmin community and reside in Andhra Pradesh.
• The applicant must be an enrolled member of the AP Brahmin Welfare Cooperative Credit Society.
• The applicant must be aged between 21 and 50 years as of 01.04.2022.
• The applicant must have passed Class 10th examinations.
• Total annual family income from all sources must not exceed ₹1,00,000.
• The applicant must hold a valid permanent driving licence on the date of application.
• The applicant must possess a valid driver badge number or valid proof of identity as a driver.

Who cannot apply

• Applicants who already own any three-wheeler or four-wheeler in their name.
• Individuals who have received financial assistance under any other government scheme for the same purpose.
• Applicants or family members who have previously availed financial assistance under any Chanakya Swayam Upadhi Schemes from APBWC.

Documents required

• Aadhaar Card of the applicant
• Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority or Mee-Seva
• Residence Certificate issued by the competent authority or Mee-Seva
• Income Certificate issued by the competent authority or Mee-Seva
• Birth Certificate issued by the competent authority or Mee-Seva
• Highest educational qualification certificate (Class 10th pass mark sheet)
• Valid permanent driving licence and badge number or driver identity proof
• PAN Card of the applicant (if available)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Ration Card or Rice Card

How to apply

1. 1Visit the official Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation portal and select the Scheme section.
2. 2Click on Registration to open the online application form.
3. 3Fill in personal details, residential address, Aadhaar number, ration card number, and bank account particulars.
4. 4Upload scanned copies of required certificates, driving licence, photograph, and signature.
5. 5Submit the completed form and save the reference number to monitor application progress.

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