National SC/ST Hub Scheme 2026 - Check List of Sub Schemes at scsthub.in

National SC/ST Hub Scheme at scsthub.in: National SC/ST Hub has been set up to give professional support to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs so they can meet the requirements of the Central Government Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises Order 2012. This scheme helps SC/ST businesses adopt sound business practices and use the Stand-Up India scheme. This article explains the complete list of sub schemes under National SC/ST Hub Scheme.

National SC/ST Hub is being run by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India through National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), a public sector undertaking under this Ministry. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched National SC/ST Hub for the MSME sector on 18 October 2016 in Ludhiana. The scheme is still open and continues to support SC/ST entrepreneurs across the country.

What is National SC/ST Hub Scheme

National SC/ST Hub helps people from SC/ST categories start their own micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) units. The Hub works on strengthening market access and linkage, monitoring, training, use of financial support schemes and sharing of industry best practices for entrepreneurs from SC/ST categories. The Hub also helps central public sector enterprises meet the procurement target set by the government. Under the scheme, nationalized banks provide loans to SC/ST men and women entrepreneurs up to Rs. 1 crore to make them self dependent and employ the youth.

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises through NSIC, with a Special Cell at its Corporate Office in New Delhi and 15 NSSH Offices across the country. A dedicated website at scsthub.in gives all details about the activities of the Hub.

List of Sub Schemes in National SC/ST Hub Scheme

Here is the complete list of sub schemes under the flagship National SC/ST Hub Scheme:

Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme

A Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme has been introduced by the Ministry of MSME to help technology up-gradation in MSEs by giving an upfront capital subsidy of 15% (on institutional finance of up to Rs 1 crore) for induction of well-established and improved technology in the specified 51 sub-sectors/products approved. The main aim is to upgrade plant and machinery with modern technology, with or without expansion, and also for new MSEs that have set up their facilities with eligible and proven technology as per the scheme rules.

To further support these efforts, a Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS) has been introduced under National SC/ST Hub, wherein 25% capital subsidy with an overall investment ceiling of Rs. 1 crore without any restriction on sectors or machinery and technology for SC/ST enterprises is provided. The implementation mechanism of the scheme follows the rules of the existing Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (CLCSS).

For more details, click the link - Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme

Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS)

The Government is the single largest buyer of a variety of goods. To increase the share of purchases from the small-scale sector, the Government Stores Purchase Programme was launched in 1955-56. NSIC registers Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) under the Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) for participation in Government Purchases.

Benefits of Registration

The units registered under the Single Point Registration Scheme of NSIC are eligible to get the benefits under the Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) Order 2012 as notified by the Government of India, Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises, New Delhi vide Gazette Notification dated 23.03.2012 and amendment vide order no. S.O. 5670(E) dated 9th November 2018.

• Issue of the Tender Sets free of cost.
• Exemption from payment of Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).
• In tender participating MSEs quoting price within price band of L1+15 per cent shall also be allowed to supply a portion up to 25% of requirement by bringing down their price to L1 Price where L1 is non MSEs.
• Every Central Ministry/Department/PSU shall set an annual goal of minimum 25 per cent of the total annual purchases of the products or services produced or rendered by MSEs. Out of annual requirement of 25% procurement from MSEs, 4% is earmarked for units owned by Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes and 3% is earmarked for the units owned by Women entrepreneurs.
• In addition to the above, 358 items are also reserved for exclusive purchase from the SSI Sector.

Eligibility

All Micro and Small Enterprises having EM Part-II (Optional)/ Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) are eligible for registration with NSIC under its Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS). Micro and Small Enterprises that have already commenced their commercial production but not completed one year of existence can get a Provisional Registration Certificate under the scheme with a monetary limit of Rs. 5.00 lakh, which is valid for one year only from the date of issue after levying the registration fee and obtaining the required documents.

How to Apply

Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) shall have to apply online on the NSIC portal or on the prescribed application form in duplicate and submit it to the concerned Zonal/Branch Office of NSIC or NSSH Office located nearest to the unit. In case of any difficulty in filling the application form and completing the documents, consult any of the Zonal/Branch/NSSH offices of NSIC. The application form containing terms and conditions is available free from all offices of NSIC. The guidelines attached with the application form give a checklist for the documents that are required to be submitted along with the application.

Registration Fee

The registration fee for SPRS is based on the Net Sales Turnover as per the latest audited Balance Sheet of the Micro and Small Enterprise for Registration, Renewal and any other amendment. However, the Registration, Renewal and any other amendment in the SPRS for SC/ST owned MSEs is available at a token amount of Rs. 100/- plus GST only.

Registration Process

Micro and Small Enterprises shall have to apply either online on the NSIC website or on the prescribed application form (in duplicate) along with the required fee and documents to the Zonal/Branch/Sub Branch and Sub Office/Extension office of NSIC situated nearest to their location. The duplicate copy of the G.P. Registration Application Form submitted by the Micro and Small Enterprise will be forwarded to the concerned Inspecting agency along with copies of required documents and proof of inspection charges remitted in favor of the concerned Inspection Agency, requesting for carrying out the Technical Inspection of the Micro and Small Enterprise and forward their recommendations. After receiving the Inspection Report, NSIC will issue the SPRS Registration Certificate to the Micro and Small Enterprise for items/stores as recommended.

For more details, click the link - Single Point Registration Scheme

Special Marketing Assistance Scheme (SMAS)

Marketing support to SC/ST enterprises for improving the competitiveness and marketability of their products is provided through the following type of events:

• Organizing visits to International Exhibitions/Trade Fairs/Seminars abroad.
• Participation in International Exhibitions/Trade Fairs abroad.
• Organizing visits to Domestic Exhibitions/Trade Fairs.
• Participation in Domestic Exhibitions/Trade Fairs.
• Vendor Development Programmes.
• Organizing Workshops/Seminars/Awareness Campaigns.

Special Marketing Assistance Scheme Features

The main features of the Special Marketing Assistance Scheme are as follows:

• SC/ST units must be registered in the MSME Data Bank at the time of getting the benefit under the scheme.
• Maximum size of the booth/stall in the exhibition/trade fair should be 3mx3m.
• SC/ST entrepreneurs shall be allowed reimbursement under SMAS for a maximum of 2 (two) international events and 4 (four) domestic events in a financial year, irrespective of the number of units they own. Also, a person cannot represent more than one MSE in a financial year.
• Minimum participation of 5 SC/ST Enterprises for visit to International Exhibitions/Trade Fairs/Seminars abroad is essential. There is no minimum number of units prescribed for participation in international exhibitions/trade fairs abroad.
• In case of participation of 5 or more SC/ST enterprises in international events abroad, 1 representative from NSIC may accompany. However, in case of participation of more than 10 SC/ST enterprises, one more representative from NSIC/Ministry of MSME may be considered. The duty allowance for such officials shall be as per their entitlement.
• The SC/ST units may apply to NSSH through field offices of NSIC under SMAS at least a month in advance for domestic events and two months for international events.
• With regard to the Vendor Development Programme, targets should be fixed for each year and MSME may also be involved in achieving the targets.
• The proposals under SMAS shall be processed at NSSH and placed before the Screening Committee at NSIC for MAS and based upon its recommendation, the approval may be provided by CMD-NSIC. In exceptional cases of deviations, the proposals shall be sent for approval of the Administrative Ministry.
• All other terms and conditions, application forms, documents required and eligibility criteria laid down in the guidelines of the International Cooperation scheme of the Ministry of MSME, as amended from time to time, shall be applicable to SMAS.
• The Scheme of SMAS shall be monitored and funded by the Ministry of MSME under the National SC/ST Hub scheme.

For more details, click the link - Special Marketing Assistance Scheme

Bank Loan Processing Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 50% or Rs. 1,00,000/- (excluding GST and other applicable taxes), whichever is less, on Bank loan processing charges paid by SC/ST MSEs in getting business loans.

For more details, click the link - Bank Loan Processing Reimbursement Scheme

Bank Guarantee Charges Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 50% or Rs. 1,00,000/- (excluding GST and other applicable taxes), whichever is less, on Performance Bank guarantee charges paid by SC/ST MSEs for participation in tenders of Central/State Govt. and PSEs.

For more details, click the link - Bank Guarantee Charges Reimbursement Scheme

Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 50% or Rs 1,00,000/- (excluding GST and other applicable taxes), whichever is lower, charged as Testing fee, for getting testing services from NABL/BIS accredited Lab or Lab of any Central/State Department/Public Sector Undertaking and license or certification given by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), in a financial year.

For more details, click the link - Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme

Export Promotion Council Membership Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 50% or Rs 20,000/- (excluding GST and other applicable taxes), whichever is less, in a financial year to SC/ST MSEs on annual membership subscription fee / one time subscription charges / entry fee charged by various Export Promotion Councils (EPC).

For more details, click the link - Export Promotion Council Membership Reimbursement Scheme

Top 50 NIRF Rated Management Institution's Short Term Training Program Fee Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of course fees for SC/ST entrepreneurs and their ward, for attending short term (1-30 days duration) training programs from top 50 management institutes identified by the Ministry of Human Resource Development under the National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF).

For more details, click the link - Capacity Building Management Fee Reimbursement Scheme

Membership of NSIC's B2B Portal

Annual Membership fee of NSIC's B2B portal (www.msmemart.com) is 100% free for the first year and 80% subsidised for subsequent years under the National SC/ST Hub Scheme for SC/ST MSMEs.

For more details, click the link - Membership of NSIC B2B Portal

Business Accelerator Programme (BAP)

Business Accelerator Programme is a flagship initiative of National SC/ST Hub, Ministry of MSME, organized through IIM incubation foundations. It gives SC/ST entrepreneurs structured mentorship, industry insights and targeted business support to help them grow and scale their businesses. The programme helps entrepreneurs improve business strategy, pricing, operational efficiency and market access, and supports their participation in government procurement. Applications for the Business Accelerator Programme for FY 2026-27 are open on the official portal.

National SC/ST Hub further helps in increasing the contribution of the MSME sector to India's GDP, which is about 38% at present. The MSME sector employs about 11 crore people at present. The announcement of setting up National SC/ST Hub was made by Former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in his budget speech of 2016-17.

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. More information about National SC/ST Hub can be viewed on the official website at https://www.scsthub.in/