Objective National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH) scheme was formally launched in October 2016. NSSH is aimed at capacity enhancement of SC-ST entrepreneurs and promoting "entrepreneurship culture" amongst the SC-ST population. Key Benefits To achieve 4% Public Procurement target from SC-ST entrepreneurs Provides 25% subsidy to SC/ST MSEs on institutional finance up to Rs.1 crore (i.e. a subsidy cap of Rs. 25 lakh) for procurement of Plant & Machinery/equipment or for technology upgradation, to ease access to latest technology. Various entrepreneurship and skill development training programs to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST entrepreneurs. Special Marketing Assistance Scheme Collection, collation and dissemination of information regarding SC/ST enterprises and entrepreneurs Scheme applicable for Existing and Aspiring SC/ST Entrepreneurs In the case of proprietary MSE, the proprietor shall be SC/ST In the case of partnership MSE, the SC/ST partners shall be holding at least 51% shares in the unit In the case of private limited companies, at least 51% of shares shall be held by SC/ST promoters Detailed Information The National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) has been set up to provide professional support to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Entrepreneurs to fulfil the obligations under the Central Government Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises Order 2012, adopt applicable business practices and leverage the Stand-Up India initiative. The key action areas of NSSH include vendor development, participation in public procurement, building reliable database, mentoring and handholding support, policy advocacy with states, credit facilitation, capacity building, private affirmative action, technology upgradation, marketing support, and special subsidies under various schemes. The NSSH works on the mentioned priority areas through various sub-schemes which are as follows: Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy for technology enablement Capacity building of existing & aspiring SC/ST entrepreneurs Support for enhancing competitiveness through various reimbursement sub- schemes/ interventions Special Marketing Assistance Scheme (SMAS) for SC/ST entrepreneurs How to apply Click Here to apply.