Scheme for Hospitals / Nursing Homes (PIPDIC) offers financial support to entrepreneurs who want to set up small hospitals, nursing homes, or polyclinics within Puducherry. Eligible medical professionals can get funding to build facilities with 10 to 49 beds, which helps improve healthcare access for the public. Applications are accepted online through the PIPDIC portal, and applicants can track the progress of their request from the same dashboard.
Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation Limited (PIPDIC) runs this scheme under the Department of Industries and Commerce, Puducherry. The main aim is to help private healthcare grow in an organized way by making capital available for building, equipping, and running small hospitals and nursing homes.
Scheme for Hospitals - Nursing Homes PIPDIC - Highlights
This scheme is meant for people who want to build a medical facility or grow an existing one. It covers both new establishments and the expansion of registered nursing homes and hospitals in Puducherry.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Scheme for Hospitals / Nursing Homes (PIPDIC) |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual and business entity |
| Beneficiary State | Puducherry |
| Category | Banking, Financial Services and Insurance, Business and Entrepreneurship, Health and Wellness |
| Target Beneficiaries | Business entity |
| Benefit Type | Financial support (cash) |
| Nodal Department | Industries and Commerce Department, Puducherry |
Benefits
This scheme gives money help to set up or upgrade small hospitals, nursing homes, and polyclinics that have 10 to 49 beds. Term loans are offered for construction, equipment, and setup costs. Repayment can be spread over 7 to 10 years, and the support can be combined with other PIPDIC loan schemes for full financing.
| Maximum Project Cost | ₹5,00,00,000 |
| Staff Requirement | Post-graduate doctors must be associated with the facility |
The project cost must not go above ₹5,00,00,000, and at least one post-graduate doctor should be linked with the facility. These points decide whether a project qualifies for the loan.
Eligibility
To apply for this scheme, the following points should match the project:
- Applicant must be setting up a small hospital, nursing home, or polyclinic, or expanding an already registered medical facility.
- Facility must have between 10 and 49 beds.
- Total project cost must not be more than ₹5,00,00,000.
- Qualified post-graduate doctors should be associated with the medical practice or institution.
The facility must be registered or in the process of registration with health authorities. Applicants who already have a loan default with PIPDIC may not be allowed to apply.
Application Process
Apply for this financial support through the official PIPDIC website. Guides such as the User Manual, the How to Apply Guide, and the Application Portal explain the full process.
STEP 1 - Visit the PIPDIC website and click on "Login." Choose the new customer option to create an account using a unique email and password. After verifying the email with the OTP, log in and fill in profile details under the "Edit Profile" section.
STEP 2 - Open the "Applications" tab on the dashboard. Read the terms about interest rates and collateral carefully, accept them, and complete the digital application form. Upload all the KYC and project documents as asked on the screen.
STEP 3 - Pay the non-refundable application fee online. Keep and save the payment receipt for future tracking, because it helps when following up on the application.
Application fees depend on the loan amount:
| Loan Amount | Fee |
| Up to ₹25,00,000 | ₹100 |
| Above ₹25,00,000 | ₹200 |
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before starting the online application:
- Detailed project report and project scope write-up.
- Proof of site ownership (Sale Deed) and approved building plans, with 2 copies.
- Equipment documents, including comparative quotes, supplier lists, and justification statements.
- Entity registration papers, such as Partnership deed or Memorandum and Articles of Association.
- Identity and residence proof of all promoters, such as PAN, Voter ID, Ration Card, Aadhaar, and Bank Passbook.
- Financial statements for the last 3 years for existing units.
- Site and security papers such as Title Deeds, Encumbrance Certificates (30 years), Valuation Certificates, FMB copies, and Patta copies.
Having these papers ready before starting the form makes the process faster and reduces the chance of the application being sent back.
Help and Contact
For help or to file a complaint, contact the Managing Director at No.60, Romain Rolland Street, Puducherry 605001. Call 0413-2334361 or email info@pipdic.com. Applicants can also use the online Grievance Form.
References
Scheme Information | PIPDIC Brochure | Contact Us Page
FAQ's
How do I start my registration?
Visit the PIPDIC website, click on login, and choose the new customer option to create credentials using a unique email and password. After email verification, log in and update your profile.
What if I need help or want to file a grievance?
Contact the Managing Director at No.60, Romain Rolland Street, Puducherry 605001. You can also call 0413-2334361, email info@pipdic.com, or use the online Grievance Form on the PIPDIC website.
Can I track my application status?
Yes. Log in to your dashboard and go to 'View My Application' to check the status of your request at any time.