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- Promoting inclusivity through skills, markets and business development
National Scheduled Caste-Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH)), scheduled caste/scheduled tribe By enabling enterprises to develop their capabilities and access wider market opportunities empowering inclusive entrepreneurship doing. This scheme finance, Technology, Training, Helps in overcoming major hurdles throughout the journey of the enterprise through various initiatives like guidance and market interaction. public procurement Its focus is on SC/ST Plays an important role in connecting owned SSEs with institutional buyers. Increasing reach of beneficiaries, NSSH through assistance in training and participation in public procurement More competitive and inclusive MSME to create an ecosystem Is contributing. |
Building an Inclusive Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)) This significantly paves the way for entrepreneurship, employment and creation of economic opportunities in urban and rural areas of India. Making these opportunities more inclusive requires entrepreneurs from historically underrepresented communities to be able to participate, compete, and grow. in this context, Scheduled Caste (SC)) and Scheduled Tribe (ST)) Promoting enterprise ownership among communities is an important priority. India's potential through better access to finance, skills, technology and markets MSME ecosystem This can help in widening the participation of these communities.
National SC-ST Hub: Enabling Enterprise Development
18 october 2016 was started on National SC-ST Hub Scheme (NSSH), provides targeted support to enterprises at various stages of their growth journey. National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC), This scheme, being implemented through, aims to remove the major obstacles faced by SC-ST owned enterprises and public procurement Helps in promoting their participation.
Enterprise development initiatives under NSSH include training, mentorship, business development, networking and knowledge support. All these steps together allow entrepreneurs to improve their business capabilities, access new opportunities, and more. to build competitive enterprises Provide assistance.
expand reach, strengthening inclusion
The impact of NSSH is not limited to the number of entrepreneurs supported, but is also reflected in their increased participation in the markets. to support entrepreneurship buying opportunities By linking with, this scheme SC/ST owned enterprises to improve their capabilities, expand their market presence and sustainable development Is helping in moving forward.
NSSH by from its beginning 31 July 2026 till 1,90,414 beneficiaries While Trained 54,499 candidates Have done. This SC/ST There has also been a significant expansion in public procurement from owned micro and small enterprises (MSEs). buy this From Rs 99.37 crore in 2015-16 About 39 times increase to Rs 4,013.42 crore in 2025-26 It became Rs. Under NSSH Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Assam Five major states have emerged.
2025-26 during the period of:
- 12,524 mse From 4,013.42 crores Public procurement recorded worth Rs.
- including 24 aspirational districts 47 institutions from 27 states Through Training to 10,717 candidates to be provided
- among trained candidates 55% women were
training programs public procurement and GeM opportunities tailored to, So that Market In their Relevance can be improved. in key areas Cafeteria Management and Food Production, welding, Computer-Aided Design (CAD)) / Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)), Laundry Services, Fashion designing and tailoring and bamboo-based work Stay involved.
Providing support to enterprises at every stage of their growth journey
NSSH brings together a variety of support initiatives to meet the various development needs of enterprises.
Special Credit-Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS)
SCLCSS through investment in new and existing plant, machinery and equipment SC/ST owned Micro and Small Units (MSEs)) Helps in strengthening its production and business capacity. the scheme On purchases financed through institutional loans 25% capital subsidy Provides, the maximum limit of which 25 Lakh Is Rs. The scheme covers enterprises in both manufacturing and service sectors and there is no product/sector specific restriction.
Establishment (2016) March to 2026 Progress till:
- 3,160 mse to total 356.10 crores Assistance amount up to Rs.
- 233 districts of 27 states and union territories The scheme was extended till
Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS)
SPRS NSIC registration in Helps MSEs to access government procurement opportunities. To registered MSE free tender document are provided and Earnest Money (EMD)) Other purchase related benefits including discount are available on payment of Rs.
public procurement policy Under, Central Ministries, Departments and CPSE of its annual purchases for 25% MSE From It is necessary to do. This includes total purchases 4% SC/ST owned MSEs Is scheduled for.
Special Marketing Assistance Scheme (SMAS)
Through SMAS exhibitions, trade fairs, vendor development programmes, workshops and awareness campaigns SC/ST Increase visibility and competitiveness of enterprises' products Helps in. Registered enterprises every financial year Maximum four domestic and two international events Can participate in.
for international exhibitions to micro enterprises up to Rs 3 lakh, for small enterprises Up to Rs 2.5 lakh and for medium enterprises Up to Rs 1.5 lakh Help Is provided. To take advantage of this assistance, the enterprises Udyam Registration Portal And MSME Data Bank It is necessary to be registered.
2025-26 progress during:
- 141 SC/ST MSE To 4 domestic exhibitions Provided facilities to participate in
- with CPSE 247 Special Vendor Development Program have been held
- 197 e-tender workshops were held
- Central Public Sector Undertakings (CPSEs) to spread awareness) and 230 workshops with government departments were held
Bank Loan Processing Fee Reimbursement Scheme
SC/ST MSE For reduce borrowing costs For the purpose of, this assistance scheme is exclusive of applicable taxes loan processing fee 80% amount or 1 Lakh Rs., whichever is less, reimburses. its benefits After the loan is disbursed can be taken and in a financial year more than once Claim can be made. Under this scheme scheduled commercial banks, NBFC and state finance corporations Includes loans taken from.
Bank Guarantee Fee Reimbursement Scheme
Tenders of Central or State Government and Public Sector Enterprises To reduce the cost of participating, SC/ST MSE Reimbursement of Performance Bank Guarantee Fee to Can get benefit. Excluding taxes applicable under this assistance of eligible fee 80% amount or 1 Lakh Rs., whichever is less, is reimbursed.
Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme
the scheme SC/ST MSE to product testing, licensing and Indian Standards Bureau Helps in reducing the costs associated with the certification provided by . Excluding the taxes applicable in a financial year under this of eligible testing fee 80% amount or 1 Lakh Rs., whichever is less, is reimbursed.
tests NABL/BIS Accredited, Laboratories of Government or Public Sector Undertakings It is necessary to get it done through.
Export Promotion Council Membership Fee Reimbursement Scheme
To facilitate access to export networks Export Promotion Councils (EPC) to SC/ST MSEs) membership of Assistance is provided for. Excluding taxes applicable per financial year under this scheme of eligible membership fees 80% amount or 20,000, Rs. whichever is less, is reimbursed. In this annual membership fee, One time membership fee and entry fee Are included. Valid with the applying enterprise Import-Export Code (IEC) And Registration-cum-Membership Certificate (RCMC) must have .
Capacity Building Management Fee Reimbursement Scheme
Managerial and Business Skills to strengthen nirf marked under top 50 management institutions Short term training facilities are provided. Under this scheme, SC/ST entrepreneurs and their dependents 1 From 30 days Can participate in training programs for the duration of Rs. 1000 per year maximum two courses Can get help for. participants per financial year, of course fee 90% amount or 1 Lakh Rs., whichever is less, is reimbursed.
Subscription fees of government promoted e-commerce portals
this component Government E-commerce portals promoted by Through SC/ST MSE Helps expand digital market reach. in these GEM, e-khadi, TRIFED, Tribes India and MSME Mart Are included . Per financial year under this scheme apply taxes Excluding membership fees 80% amount or 25,000 Rs., whichever is less, is reimbursed.
This integrated approach enables enterprises to Competitive participants in institutional and government markets from potential suppliers as well as helping to move forward.
From support to market success
NSSH Beyond financial and market support, Helps enterprises translate business support into better commercial results. Business Accelerator Program (BAP)) In areas such as business strategy, pricing, operational efficiency and market positioning through Structured guidance and industry information Is provided.
The program helps entrepreneurs adopt a structured and data-driven approach and adapt their businesses to market needs. With this their Competitive ability is strengthened and especially public procurement Their access to greater opportunities in the field increases.
success stories (BAP) |
Creating Relevance in Compliance-Based Markets – M/s Safety & Security Engineering, west bengal Mr. Debashish Mandal improved pricing, cost management and positioning in the market. with this help of their enterprise in government procurement competitiveness Got stronger. As a result, the enterprise by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited From Tenders worth Rs 8.48 lakh Received successfully. |
Expansion of Clean Energy- M/s Renergy Solution Pvt. Ltd., Assam Shri Bhargav Devori Strengthened the business processes, strategic direction and market positioning of its renewable energy enterprise. through the program Enterprise participation on procurement platforms And Preparation for government tenders There was improvement. This allows the enterprise Taking better advantage of public procurement opportunities And helped in expanding its presence in the renewable energy sector. |
Promoting mobility with accuracy- Savalaram Enterprises, Maharashtra Mr. Sunil Popatrao Jagtap strengthened his business strategy and understanding of government procurement processes. Putting these insights into practice, Savalaram Enterprises received a tender worth Rs 5.10 lakh from SAIL for hydraulic cylinders. This opportunity strengthened the business performance of the enterprise and increased its market presence. |
empowering entrepreneurship, advancing inclusion
The National SC/ST Hub (NSSH) is expanding opportunities for SC/ST entrepreneurs to participate more meaningfully in India's economic growth. Its various initiatives help enterprises develop skills and connect with wider markets. This progress is also enabling greater participation in public procurement and creating new opportunities for employment and enterprise development. As the reach of NSSH increases, it is a more inclusive, Diverse and competitive MSME ecosystem Contributing to the creation of.
Reference
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
https://www.scsthub.in/sites/default/files/NSSH-Annual-Report-2025-26-1.pdf
https://www.scsthub.in/membership-nsic-b2b-portal
https://www.scsthub.in/content/nssh-dashboard
https://msme1connect.up.gov.in/GovernmentScheme/GovernmentScheme638740909894501747.pdf
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2280604®=48&lang=1
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2290460®=48&lang=2
National Small Industries Corporation
https://www.nsic.co.in/Schemes/NSSH
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