The Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana 2025 is a significant government initiative aimed at uplifting economically weaker families by helping them establish small-scale businesses. This program plays a crucial role in fostering self-reliance and reducing poverty across the state.
New Beneficiaries Announced for 2024-25
The State Monitoring Committee of Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana has declared that during the financial year 2024-25, an additional 50,000 beneficiaries will receive financial assistance under this scheme. This decision reflects the government’s commitment to expanding opportunities for self-employment and economic growth among underprivileged communities.
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Additionally, 9,901 applicants who were not selected in the previous financial year will be reconsidered, provided they meet the eligibility criteria. To ensure the scheme meets its target, a 20% waiting list will also be maintained.
Previous Year’s Selection Process
In the 2023-24 financial year, 40,099 applicants were chosen through a computerized selection process held on February 23, 2024. However, 19,901 applications were later disqualified due to incomplete documentation, highlighting the importance of accurate and complete submissions.
Financial Assistance Breakdown
Each selected beneficiary under this scheme receives financial support totaling Rs 2 lakh in three installments:
- First installment: Rs 50,000
- Second installment: Rs 1 lakh
- Third installment: Rs 50,000
To date, Rs 200.49 crore has already been disbursed for the first installment. Furthermore, selected candidates undergo a three-day training program at Upendra Maharathi Shilp Anusandhan Sansthan in Patna. From the previous batch, training for 33,350 candidates has already been completed.
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Eligibility Criteria for Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana 2025
Beneficiaries must fulfill all the following requirements to apply for the scheme.
- Must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- Monthly family income should not exceed Rs 6,000.
- Priority will be given to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Extremely Backward Classes (EBC), women, youth, and minority communities.
- No member of the beneficiary’s family should be employed in a government job or government post.
Required Documents for Application Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana 2025
Applicants need to submit the following documents:
- Permanent Residence Certificate
- Educational Certificates (10th and Intermediate)
- Caste Certificate
- Aadhaar and PAN Cards
- Income Certificate
- Recent Photograph, Signature Sample, and Bank Details
How to Apply
Interested candidates can visit the official website Udyami.bihar.gov.in for further details and application submission.
The Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana 2025 continues to be a beacon of hope for thousands of families, enabling them to break the cycle of poverty through self-employment and financial stability.