New Swarnim Yojana (for women only) GNTDNT
The scheme aims to achieve economic upliftment by providing self-employment with dignity. Through this scheme, loans for self-employment at an annual interest rate are provided to women beneficiaries of nomadic and denotified castes living below the poverty line.
About This Scheme
The scheme “New Swarnim Yojana (For Women Only)” by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to empower women of nomadic and denotified castes living below the poverty line to achieve economic upliftment by getting self-employment with dignity. Under this scheme, women beneficiaries will be able to do business/occupation of their choice. The Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation implement the scheme.
Benefits
The maximum loan limit is up to ₹2,00,000/-.
The interest rate will be 5% per annum.
Under this scheme, 100% loan of the business/occupation amount is provided.
The loan amount will consist of 95% National Corporation contribution, 5% State Government contribution and zero beneficiary contribution.
Repayment: The loan amount, including interest, will have to be repaid in 60 equal monthly instalments.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a woman from a nomadic or denotified caste.
The applicant’s family annual income limit for income eligibility will be up to ₹3,00,000/- (with effect from 1/4/2018).
The applicant’s age should be at least 21 years and not more than 50 years as on the date of application.
The applicant must have experience in a technical and skilled trade/business.
Preference/Priority/Reservation/Relaxation:
At least 50% of the total loan amount will be allocated for families having an annual income of up to ₹1,50,000/-.
Application Process
Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Go to the
Official Website
Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation.
Scroll down on the homepage, find the “New Swarnim Yojana” and click on “Apply Now”.
You will be directed to the
application form
.
Step 2: Access and Fill Out the Application Form
Complete all sections under “Applicant information,” including full name, father/husband’s name, gender, complete address details, contact numbers, Aadhaar No., parents/husband/guardian occupation and income details. Also provide Date of Birth, Age, Caste, and Subspecies. Also, if you are disabled and provide a percentage.
For each applicable qualification (SSC, HSC, Diploma, Degree, Graduation), tick the checkbox and fill in the Degree, Board/University Name, Academic year, and Percentage obtained.
Fill in details about the college/institution admitted to, university affiliation, course name, enrollment number, organisation address, website, course duration (in years and semester), and date of admission.
Specify who accredited the course/institution, their name, and address. Proof of accreditation must be submitted.
Select “Yes” or “No” for “Have you obtained admission through government-mandated admission?”.
If staying in a hostel, provide the Hostel name, Hostel address, and Hostel contact number.
Fill in the requested loan amounts for Admission Fee, Tuition Fee, Examination Fee, Hostel Fee, Estimated cost of books/stationery, and Other fees.
List details of any physical assets owned (land, house, government property, NCC, LIC, KVP, etc.).
Indicate if anyone in the family works in a government/private sector job. If “Yes,” provide Name, Designation, Place, and Salary details.
Fill in the Bank Account Number, select the Bank Name from the dropdown, provide the Branch Name, Name as per Account, select Bank Account Type (Saving/Current), and enter the MICR Code and IFSC Code.
Step 3: Review and Final Submission
Carefully review each module. Use the preview option to examine the application before final submission. Fill out the provided “CAPTCHA” and Click on “Submit”.
Track and Review Status
Applicant will receive an Application ID/Reference Number. Save or print the acknowledgement for future tracking.
Go to the
Official Website
Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation.
Scroll down and locate the Know App Status. Click on “Know App Status”.
Select the Scheme name, Enter App No., and Birth Date. Fill out the Captcha and click on Submit.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
The maximum loan limit is up to ₹2,00,000/-.
The interest rate will be 5% per annum.
Under this scheme, 100% loan of the business/occupation amount is provided.
The loan amount will consist of 95% National Corporation contribution, 5% State Government contribution and zero beneficiary contribution.
Repayment: The loan amount, including interest, will have to be repaid in 60 equal monthly instalments.
Application Process
Apply Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Go to the Official Website
Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation.
Scroll down on the homepage, find the "New Swarnim Yojana" and click on "Apply Now".
You will be directed to the application form
.
Step 2: Access and Fill Out the Application Form
Complete all sections under "Applicant information," including full name, father/husband's name, gender, complete address details, contact numbers, Aadhaar No., parents/husband/guardian occupation and income details. Also provide Date of Birth, Age, Caste, and Subspecies. Also, if you are disabled and provide a percentage.
For each applicable qualification (SSC, HSC, Diploma, Degree, Graduation), tick the checkbox and fill in the Degree, Board/University Name, Academic year, and Percentage obtained.
Fill in details about the college/institution admitted to, university affiliation, course name, enrollment number, organisation address, website, course duration (in years and semester), and date of admission.
Specify who accredited the course/institution, their name, and address. Proof of accreditation must be submitted.
Select "Yes" or "No" for "Have you obtained admission through government-mandated admission?".
If staying in a hostel, provide the Hostel name, Hostel address, and Hostel contact number.
Fill in the requested loan amounts for Admission Fee, Tuition Fee, Examination Fee, Hostel Fee, Estimated cost of books/stationery, and Other fees.
List details of any physical assets owned (land, house, government property, NCC, LIC, KVP, etc.).
Indicate if anyone in the family works in a government/private sector job. If "Yes," provide Name, Designation, Place, and Salary details.
Fill in the Bank Account Number, select the Bank Name from the dropdown, provide the Branch Name, Name as per Account, select Bank Account Type (Saving/Current), and enter the MICR Code and IFSC Code.
Step 3: Review and Final Submission
Carefully review each module. Use the preview option to examine the application before final submission. Fill out the provided "CAPTCHA" and Click on “Submit”.
Track and Review Status
Applicant will receive an Application ID/Reference Number. Save or print the acknowledgement for future tracking.
Go to the Official Website
Gujarat Nomadic and Denotified Tribes Development Corporation.
Scroll down and locate the Know App Status. Click on "Know App Status".
Select the Scheme name, Enter App No., and Birth Date. Fill out the Captcha and click on Submit.
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | New Swarnim Yojana (for women only) GNTDNT |
| Short Title | NSYWGNTDNT |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship, Women and Child |
| States | Gujarat |
| Gender | Female |
| Age Range | 21 — 50 years |
| Caste/Category | BPL, PwD |
| Area | Both |
| Income Limit | ₹300,000/year |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 17 Jun 2026
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