The Sarothi Start-Up fund is an initiative that the Indian government of Assam has launched (2016-17) to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in the state. Startups and entrep...
The government provides financial assistance for startups in the form of loans with interest subvention
The loan amount will be a maximum of Rs. 10.00 lakh.
Eligibility (who can apply)
**Eligibility**
All innovative startup industrial activities and the new individual applicant will be eligible to get the benefit under the Sarothi scheme.
New Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) units in Assam are eligible for these benefits.
Priority will be given to an applicant if he or she undergoes any skill development training.
If the applicant is a defaulter of any Bank or Financial Institution, he or she will not be eligible for benefits under the Sarothi scheme.
How to Apply
**Online**
**Application Procedure:**
The application must be downloaded from the following [link](https://industries.assam.gov.in/sites/default/files/Sarothi_1.pdf).1.
The applicant should fill out the application and send it along with the required supporting documents to the appropriate District Industries & Commerce Centre (DICC) General Manager.
Check the detail of the District Industries & Commerce Centre (DICC) General Manager with the following [link](https://industries.assam.gov.in/about-us/our-divisions-field-offices).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Sarothi Scheme / what is the eligibility?
**Eligibility**
1. All innovative startup industrial activities and the new individual applicant will be eligible to get the benefit under the Sarothi scheme.
1. New Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) units in Assam are eligible for these benefits.
1. Priority will be given to an...
What are the benefits of Sarothi Scheme?
**Financial Assistance**
1. The government provides financial assistance for startups in the form of loans with interest subvention
1. The loan amount will be a maximum of Rs. 10.00 lakh.
How to apply online for Sarothi Scheme?
**Online**
**Application Procedure:**
1. The application must be downloaded from the following [link](https://industries.assam.gov.in/sites/default/files/Sarothi_1.pdf).1. The applicant should fill out the application and send it along with the required supporting documents to the appropr...