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Venture Capital Fund for Scheduled Tribes (VCFST)
Provides concessional finance and incubation to ST entrepreneurs developing innovative, tech-oriented solutions, with a focus on financial inclusion and enterprise growth.
Maximum Grant Amount
50000000
🎯 Eligibility:
1. Tech-focused projects chosen by TBIs for up to ₹10L/year incubation support
2. 30% women beneficiary preference.
🌱 Nature of Support
Equity/Convertible Debentures/Preference Shares at 4% interest, 10-year tenure with 36-month moratorium
📝 Documents Required
Company registration, ST caste certificate (51% ownership), business plan, financial statements, networth details
Grant Type
Equity, Grant, Loan
Key details
Granting Agency
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Sector/Focus
Agnostic
Application Window
Rolling basis
Geographic Coverage
All
Contact
How to Apply
Online at vcfst.in
Last Verified
Nov 2025
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