1. Project Finance Scheme:
Eligible borrowers:
New or existing SSI concerns. They should be at least private limited companies.
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Purpose:
(a) For setting up new SSI units Preference will be given to units with export orientation, import substitution, hi-tech and those promoted by entrepreneurs with a good track-rector.
(b) Modernization, technology up-gradation, diversification and expansion of existing well-run units in the SSI sector.
(c) For setting up of small hotels and other tourism related activities as well as hospitals and nursing homes.
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Norms: Project cost should not less than Rs. 225 lakhs and term loan must not less than Rs. 150 lakhs (except in J&K, HP, Bihar, MP, Orissa, West Bengal, U.P & North Eastern States).
2. Venture Capital Scheme:
Eligible borrowers:
New or existing SSI concerns set up as private or public limited companies.
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Purpose:
To provide assistance to entrepreneurs with ventures which have special characteristics to be innovative but at the same time may not quality for assistance will be decided on a case to case basis on detailed assessment of requirements.
The units should have a sound management team, long term competitive advantage and a potential for above average profitability leading to attractive returns on investment.